Puget Sound Puppers LLC

Puget Sound Puppers LLC, run by Wesley Hawkins, is a dog training business in Des Moines, Washington. Wesley holds the Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) credential from the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC).

At a glance

• Trainer: Wesley Hawkins
• Credentials: CDBC
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Location: Des Moines, Washington

What this means for a Frenchie

Frenchies can be loud and pushy around other dogs, and corrections usually make reactivity worse. 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. Our French Bulldog training guide explains why force-free methods work for this breed.

Sources: the IAABC certified consultant directory, checked October 2026. Check with the trainer before you book, since services and prices change.