Calm. Confident. Consistent Training.
401.864.8196
Wesley@nextstepdogtraining.com
Meet Wesley
I am an enthusiastic, patient, and organized trainer with a true interest in helping you and your dog succeed!
401.864.8196
Wesley@nextstepdogtraining.com
Narragansett Run Club Event, having FUN!
About Wesley and Next Step Dog Training
My name is Wesley Echols and I am a big fan of all kinds of dogs. I owned an Australian Cattle Dog (Toby), a mixed breed rescue (Daisy), and currently, a rescue German Short-Haired Pointer named Emma who is featured below. While training my own dogs, I realized I needed more help so I sought out reputable dog trainers who were immensely helpful. I have completed the 25-hour Shelter Dog Course by Robert Cabral and watched countless hours of videos from many reputable dog trainers. I have applied what I have learned to the many dogs I have trained including mix breeds, Akitas, pitbull mixes, Great Pyrenees, Golden Retrievers, German Shepards, Catahoula Leopard Dogs and many more. I approach training dogs with the same enthusiasm, passion, and openness that made me successful in my professional and personal career. I look forward to helping you and your dog while learning as much as possible through our shared experiences.
Next Step Dog Training is about creating a positive relationship between you and your dog, providing structure, and realizing that you do not have to tolerate or make excuses for inappropriate behavior from your dog. Dogs follow your lead. I use a step-by-step approach building on a foundation that leads to the goals you have set for you, your family and your dog.
Previously I worked for decades in pharmaceutical sales and am an eight-year Navy veteran. I am very active, competing in road races, surf ski racing, cycling, and indoor rowing. Over the years I have given many surf ski lessons to paddlers and am known worldwide for my expertise in surf skis. See my site SurfskiRacing.com.
Emma my German Short Hair Pointer gets me out every day for walks, runs, and biking. I am a patient and organized teacher with a true interest in helping others succeed. I have live in Portsmouth, Rhode Island.
-
Calm.
Dogs pick up on our emotions and energy levels. Most dogs are excitable enough without our help so training with a calm demeanor improves the relationship and enhances training.
-
Confidence
Training involves teaching you and your dog to have confidence in various situations. Leadership is key.
-
Consistency.
Training requires consistency and a step-by-step approach that builds on itself. The more consistent training is the more success you will have with your dog and other family members. Repetition is a building block to success.
