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Capacity-First Business Mentoring for Reward-Based Dog Trainers & Pet Professionals

For dog trainers who are good at what they do… but struggling to hold everything together behind the scenes and want a more sustainable way to grow.

At some point, running your business started to feel harder than it should.
 

Not because you’re doing anything wrong but because you’re trying to hold too much, without the right structure or support in place.
 

You’re juggling clients, messages, decisions, and everything else that comes with running a business…
and somewhere along the way, things have become:

 

  • inconsistent

  • overwhelming

  • or just harder to manage than they used to be
     

You might feel stuck, unsure what to focus on next, or like you’re constantly playing catch-up.
 

And most of the time, it’s not about needing more ideas or working harder.
 

It’s about having:
 

  • clearer structure

  • better boundaries

  • and the right kind of support to help you move forward     

 

That’s where my work comes in.

Not to teach you how to train dogs, but to help you create the structure, boundaries, and support your business has been missing.

How I Can Support You

Whether you’re looking for ongoing support or help with something specific, there are a couple of ways we can work together depending on what you need right now.

     How I work

No matter what stage your Dog Training business is at, my approach stays the same.
 

Grounded. Client-centered. Built around you.
 

Because there isn’t one “right” way to run a Dog Training business - only what works for you, your clients, and the life you want to build.

My work blends coaching, business mentoring, and an understanding of how people learn, think, and take action.

So you’re not left on your own with a list of things to do…

You leave with a clearer way forward — and the support to put it into action, one step at a time. 

I work with a small number of clients at a time, allowing for a more focused, personalised approach and long-term support where needed.
 

Sessions are delivered virtually, so you can access support wherever you’re based in the UK.

Meet Sasha

Life Coach & Business Mentor

I work with dog trainers and pet professionals who are good at what they do…


but are tired of holding everything together behind the scenes.

The ones who care deeply about their clients and their work but are feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or heading towards burning out.
 

My work brings together the practical side of running a business…with the human side that often gets overlooked.

So you can build something that not only works
but actually feels sustainable to hold.

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"Your current capacity does not equal                         your future capability"

Coaching by Sasha is an invaluable part of my business that I wouldn't be without. Her ability to form a space of trust, openness and support is something I value highly and get so much benefit from.

- Anna

Dog Trainer

Sasha is such an amazing, compassionate, professional and coach free of any judgement!

I've worked with her for a good 3ish years now and I could never be without having her to help and guide me through my business ups and downs! 

- Sarah 

Dog Trainer

Being accountable to someone as non judgemental, skilful and lovely as Sasha means I am even beginning to enjoy some of the tasks that I had previously dreaded. 
I would have no hesitation recommending her services to anyone in a similar position.

- Helen

Dog Trainer

Coaching by Sasha 

For Dog Trainers & Behavioural Practitioners

Supporting you to build a sustainable, fulfilling business — without losing yourself in the process. Capacity first, always.

© 2026 by Sasha Louise Smith.

All rights reserved.

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