A Matter of Manners Behavior and Training

Erica Beckwith runs A Matter of Manners Behavior and Training, a dog training business in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Erica holds the Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA) credential, the Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC) from the Academy for Dog Trainers and Fear Free certification. They belong to the Pet Professional Guild, whose members agree not to use shock, prong or choke collars. Listed services include private lessons, behavior consulting and reactivity and aggression.

At a glance

• Trainer: Erica Beckwith
• Credentials: CBCC-KA · CTC · Fear Free · PPG member
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Private lessons, behavior consulting, reactivity and aggression
• Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico

Why it matters for Frenchies

A Frenchie that barks and pushes at other dogs usually gets worse, not better, with corrections. The goal with a reward-based consultant is to change how your dog feels about triggers through gradual exposure, not only to stop the barking. Read our force-free French Bulldog training guide.

Sources: the Pet Professional Guild member directory, checked October 2026. Credentials are shown as the trainer lists them in the Pet Professional Guild directory. Prices and services change, so check with the trainer before you book.