Who we are
At Sammye’s Dogs LLC, we are a team of certified professional trainers committed to helping dogs and their families build clear communication, confidence, and real-world reliability.
Our work is rooted in modern behavioral science, positive reinforcement, and a deep respect for the emotional and developmental needs of the dogs in our care. We believe training should feel collaborative, empowering, and sustainable—not intimidating or force-driven.
Our Mission
Our mission is to create practical, lasting behavior change while supporting the humans on the other end of the leash just as much as the dogs.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all programs. Every dog enters training with a unique temperament, learning history, environment, and set of challenges. Our role is to assess the whole picture and design a training pathway that is both realistic and effective.
Our Approach
We focus on teaching dogs what we want them to do rather than punishing them for what not to do.
Our methods prioritize:
• Positive reinforcement
• Clear communication systems
• Environmental management
• Emotional regulation
• Confidence building
• Real-world skill generalization
By rewarding desired behaviors and preventing rehearsal of unwanted ones, we help dogs develop clarity and trust in the learning process.
Meet the Founder
Sammye Darling is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer who has spent over 15 years working with dogs and their families, with a specialization in service dog development and foundational behavior training.
Through Sammye’s Dogs LLC, she has built a training environment that supports both working dogs and family companions using humane, evidence-based methods.
A Team-Based Training Model
While Sammye leads program design, case assessment, and client strategy, our team of trainers supports implementation through private coaching, day training, and hands-on skill development.
This collaborative structure allows us to provide consistent support while maintaining individualized attention for each dog.
We maintain intentionally limited program capacity so every client receives focused care, structured progress tracking, and ongoing communication.
What Sets Us Apart
•Certified Dog Trainers by the only standardized testing and credentialing body for dog trainers, the CCPDT.
• Science-based, humane training methods
• Real-world lifestyle integration
• Puppy and service dog development experience
• Structured yet compassionate approach
• Owner education at the core of every program
Our goal is not simply obedience, but confident dogs with emotional resilience and capable owners who can navigate life together successfully.
