Moving Forward

Canine

Empowering Dogs – Enriching Lives

Serving Rensselaer, Indiana

Reward-Based Dog Training for

Real Life Success

Helping dogs and their owners build confidence, connection, and everyday skills through positive, reward-based training.

Serving puppies, adolescent dogs, and adult dogs through private training, small group classes, confidence building, and hybrid learning programs.

Services Offered

New hybrid dog training programs and online educational resources are currently being added.

Private Training

Personalized one-on-one coaching tailored to your dog and goals.

Hybrid & Online Dog Training

Learn through in-person classes paired with videos, handouts, and online learning.

Group Classes

Small class sizes for individualized support and real-life skills.

Puppy Classes

Build confidence, focus, manners, and a strong foundation.

Fearful Dog Classes

Confidence-building support for shy, worried, or unsure dogs.

Therapy Dog Classes

Supportive training to help dogs and handlers prepare for future therapy dog work.

Training held at:
Rensselaer Pet Care Boarding, Grooming & Training.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Fill out a short questionnaire so we can find the right fit for you and your dog.

Meet Your Trainer

Milinda Riester — Owner, Moving Forward Canine

Hi, I'm Milinda.

If you're here, there's a good chance you want a better relationship with your dog. Maybe you have a brand-new puppy, a dog who lacks confidence, or one who's struggling with everyday challenges. Whatever brought you here, I'm glad you found us.

I believe every dog can learn, and every owner can become a confident trainer with the right guidance. Training doesn't have to feel overwhelming or frustrating. When we break learning into small, achievable steps, both you and your dog can build confidence together.

My goal isn't simply to teach dogs new behaviors. It's to help you understand how your dog learns, so you can enjoy the training process and continue growing together long after class is over.

Whether we're working on everyday manners, building confidence, or preparing for more advanced goals, I'll be there to encourage you every step of the way.

I teach owners how to teach, and dogs how to learn.

Now...let's keep moving forward!

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CCFC

AKC CGC Evaluator

APDT Member

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Contact Us

By appointment only — reach out to get started.

LOCATION

Rensselaer, Indiana

PHONE

574-952-8050

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