ABOUT US
A three-fold proprietary process and coaching approach for harmonious companionship between dog and human
We exist to recreate and restore the sacred bond between human and canine.
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Mind
We evolve and expand a human’s way of relating into a dog’s way of thinking through a distinct and ancient understanding of the hard-wired psychology innate in every canine.
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Body
We elevate the physical canine with comprehensive, naturally-sustainable care in everything from their environment to nutrition, vaccinations to education.
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Spirit
We revere and nourish the individual spirit of every dog and honor them by embodying the energetics of the Alpha in our modern pack dynamic so they feel safe, supported and successful.
OUR FOUNDER
SASHA ARMSTRONG
Our founder, world-renowned canine behaviorist and Dog Shaman, Sasha Armstrong is an industry leader and innovator who optimizes the human-to-canine relationship through her proprietary process, The Inner Alpha Method™. Serving as an experienced educator, she guides us into a more intimate, holistic and natural relationship with our canines by helping us embody the essence of an Alpha.
Through observing wolves and researching the ancestry of the domesticated dog, Sasha discovered her innate ability to both understand their language and create deep connection. Mastering her craft for more than twenty years, Sasha has helped thousands of humans meet the needs of their dogs by bridging the communication gap, restoring healthy modern pack dynamics and uncovering details about both dog and human energies.
She helps all ages of two and four legged friends by opening the door to deeper connection between human and animal and has been featured in Reader’s Digest, USA Today and as an expert on top podcasts and television shows. Sasha lives on a 60-acre farm in Northwest Illinois with her family of a pack of six dogs and six horses.
This is a paradigm shift that will change your relationship with your canine, your loved ones, and yourself.
WE ARE
Our Inner Alpha Method™ realigns us in a holistic education of our canines rooted in an in-depth understanding of their ancient nature, real language and natural needs. It’s respectful and relational to its core and calls upon the human to take the lead so our canines are consistently confident that they are always protected, nurtured, and seen for who they really are.
WE ARE NOT
At Canine State of Mind, we intentionally and whole-heartedly rebuke the humanized modern and mainstream training based in control, manipulation, force, programming and positive/negative reinforcement. These tactics reinforce an external and shallow path that introduces a world of dysfunction, disruption and blocks in our canines, ultimately leading to a dynamic and environment they cannot be successful in.