Mariann is the owner and Dog Educator at We Are One K9 Training, where she takes a canine nervous system-informed, relationship-focused approach to behavior. From a young age, Mariann has had a deep connection with dogs and a fascination with their behavior and communication systems. This curiosity has grown into a lifelong passion for helping dogs and their families understand one another on a deeper level.

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Mariann’s approach goes beyond traditional obedience-based training. She focuses on connection, trust, and nervous system regulation, providing the foundation for lasting learning and meaningful behavior change. By prioritizing emotional balance, resilience, and co-regulation, Mariann helps dogs feel safe, confident, and capable of learning how to cope with stress and navigate challenging situations.

 

She works exclusively with family pets and reactive dogs, guiding owners hands-on to overcome challenges such as leash reactivity, fear-based behaviors, and general anxiety. Her work emphasizes owner education and dog coaching, empowering families to become partners in their dog’s growth rather than just enforcers of commands.

Mariann specializes in fostering strong human-canine partnerships rooted in connection, co-regulation, resiliency, and nervous system-informed education. Reliable off-leash obedience and e-collar work are the cherry on top.

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Always a student, Mariann continues to deepen her expertise through advanced education, mentorship, and integration of cutting-edge canine somatic and neuro-based methods. She is currently pursuing her Canine Somatic Coach License.

 

Recent accomplishments:

2025 - Dog Somatics 101: Foundation | Waldrup Somatic Method

2025 - Triple Helix by Dr. Melanie Uhde | Integration of neurobiology, genetics, and ethology into canine behavior modification

2023 - Method K9 | Train The Trainer Shadow Program in Post Falls, ID

2022 - Tyler Muto | One-on-One Coaching Program

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 Mariann is certified in Pet CPR and First Aid by Paws N Claws 911.

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