Sharp Dogs Seattle LLC

Based in Seattle, Washington, Sharp Dogs Seattle LLC is a dog training business run by Julie Sharp. Julie holds the Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA) credential, the Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) credential and Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) certification. They’re a Pet Professional Guild member, which means no shock, prong or choke collars in training. Their listed services include puppy training, private lessons, group classes, behavior consulting, reactivity and aggression and fear and anxiety.

At a glance

• Trainer: Julie Sharp
• Credentials: CBCC-KA · CPDT-KA · KPA CTP · PPG member
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Puppy training, private lessons, group classes, behavior consulting, reactivity and aggression, fear and anxiety
• Location: Seattle, Washington

Why it matters for French Bulldogs

French Bulldogs can be vocal and pushy with other dogs, and corrections tend to make reactivity worse, not better. 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. For more, see our guide to force-free French Bulldog training.

Sources: the Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner directory and the Pet Professional Guild member directory, checked October 2026. Check with the trainer before you book, since services and prices change.