The Heart of the Business

Meet Tonya & Sprout

Rebuilding balance and clarity in households, one dog at a time.

Tonya with a happy dog
Tonya AndrewsFounder & Head Trainer
Our Training Philosophy

Building a Legacy of Well-Behaved Companions

Dog training is more than teaching a dog to sit or lay down; it's about helping them navigate our human world with confidence and peace. Our balanced training approach focuses on clear, structured communication. We teach dogs what is expected of them, reward their good choices, and gently hold them accountable to create a balanced state of mind.

Tonya specializes in the immersion **Board & Train** model because she believes it offers the most successful and stress-free foundation for behavior modification. Living inside a trainer's home allows your dog to build habits in a real environment with constant guidance.

Based in Eastern Iowa, Tonya is dedicated to educating owners so that the training is sustainable, healthy, and happy for the lifetime of your dog.

The Legacy Story

The Story Behind the Name

Every training business has a starting point, and ours is named in honor of Sprout. Sprout was a remarkable girl who taught us the true meaning of patience, resilience, and connection. Her legacy is the foundation of our training methods and our dedication to every dog that joins our family.

We build every program to honor that legacy, giving your dog the same patience, structured guidance, and loving attention that Sprout received.

Sprout the dog