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Scott and Miko Ross adopted Gus, a bold and powerful German Shepherd Lab mix, in 2011.  Gus’s boisterous disposition and knack for stirring up trouble eventually lead to extreme behavior issues like leash reactivity and aggression. If there was a training class, redirection method, training collar that seemed promising…they tried it! But nothing helped Gus just “chill out.”

In their quest to help Gus, Scott and Miko discovered a methodology that advocated for consequences for poor choices and a more structured lifestyle. These missing components in Gus’s life made all the difference in shaping a well-mannered, chilled out dog.

Friends and family were awestruck with Gus’s transformation! They began asking Scott for help with their own dogs. While Gus’s behavioral challenges were more extreme than most, the training principals and protocols were universal. In 2016, Chill Out Dog Training (CODT) was born with the mission to help teach struggling dog owners and their dogs.

Chill Out Dog Training relocated to Denver, Colorado in 2018 and has added new trainers to their staff to meet the demand of the Metro Denver Area.

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Gus, the original Chill Out Dog.

our trainers

Scott Ross

Owner & Lead Trainer

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Scott Ross is the owner and head trainer of Chill Out Dog Training. With over 5 years of hands-on training experience, he has worked with owners and their dogs to address an array of behavior challenges.

Scott’s journey into the world of dog behavior therapy began with his own German Shepherd mix, Gus, who had uncontrollable, severe aggression towards dogs. Scott had to find a solution or totally change his expectations of having an includable social dog. Faced with a stark decision, Scott decided to try a new mode of training that included three key elements: walk before you run, high behavior expectations, valuable consequences for all types of choices.

Fascinated by the results achieved, Scott took opportunities to work with friends and family dogs and saw that the methodology applied was universal. Scott began to conceive of a new type of training company that could help serious behavior cases quickly though direct coaching, his three element method, and owner empowerment.

Outside of work Scott can be found mastering the art of the grill, battle royaling with buddies on Xbox, up on the slopes practicing moguls, or he might be at home reading the latest Brandon Sanderson novel.

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Josh Linam

Trainer

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Josh Linam is a professional dog trainer committed to helping owners and their canine companions have an enjoyable, relaxed life together. He finds it immensely rewarding to witness the profound changes in a dog’s behavior and the subsequent growth in the relationship between owners and their companions.

Josh’s journey to dog training started just over 6 years ago with his rescue dog, Ajax. This powerful Rottweiler/GSD mix— who was 60 lbs by 6 months— quickly became a nightmare to walk due to his extreme leash reactivity. The experience was anxiety-provoking for everyone involved. Committed to providing the best life possible for Ajax, Josh started to explore behavior principles and training philosophies. The journey was truly an evolution for Josh as an individual and a dog owner. At 100 lbs, Ajax is now one of the easiest dogs to walk alongside his two-year-old son.

When Josh is not dog training, you can find him hiking, mountain biking, and skiing. He loves to travel with his wife, Hattie, and son, Jonas, and he is always looking for new adventures. In addition to their dog, Ajax, they also have two feline friends, Jiminy and Gepetto. Josh is originally from Arizona but recently lived in Bend, OR before returning to Tucson where he began professional dog training. Josh and the entire Linam family are excited to live in Denver, the Mile High City, where they can explore the amazing city and nearby mountains.

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Cameron Nuechterlein

Trainer

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Colorado native and all-around animal lover, Cameron Nuechterlein, is excited to share strategies he developed during his own personal journey with dog training. He apprenticed as an associate trainer with Chill Out Dog Training for over a year, and he specializes in aggression and leash reactivity. He finds it rewarding to visibly witness transformative results that are possible with the Chill Out Dog Training approach. 

Cameron has always loved working with animals and even worked at an exotic animal store. However, his journey into dog training began when he adopted his dog, Bourbon. Bourbon demonstrated extreme food reactivity after he joined Cameron’s family. In fact, this was discovered when Bourbon bit his owner while attempting to take away his bone. Of course, this experience was frightening to both dog and owner. Cameron wanted everyone to feel safe around Bourbon as well as alleviate Bourbon’s anxiety surrounding food. After narrowing down the root cause of Bourbon’s aggression, Cameron was able to utilize various training techniques to build trust and alleviate anxiety. Through this difficult experience, Cameron learned the skills to help Bourbon build trust and “chill out.” Cameron trained with the owner of Chill Out Dog Training, Scott Ross, and developed effective and transformative skills that provide visible results. Now Bourbon is thriving alongside his owner and is a very trustworthy companion. 

When Cameron is not dog training he enjoys the beautiful outdoors of Colorado. Much of Cameron’s time is spent hiking, camping, and soaking up nature. Not only is Cameron an outdoorsman, but Cameron can also be found crafting delicious cuisine. Cameron has an affinity for the culinary arts and the Denver team of dog trainers has enjoyed his delicious delicacies.

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Scott is a great trainer! He helped so much with the tricky issue of my dog's separation anxiety, which is a really tough behavior to tackle. I like that Scott tackles issues from a behaviorist's standpoint and really wants you to understand why a dog exhibits a certain behavior instead of just trying to correct it without thinking about the triggers and the psychology. Scott also came to my workplace for a fabulous dog training presentation with live demonstrations--could not recommend him enough!
- Mara D. via Google
Josh and the rest of the team at Chill Out are awesome! In just the first session, they helped give us the tools and education to correct the worst part of our Pittie boy Chance's leash reactivity. Normally, we'd have to give other dogs a wide berth (like 10 yards+) just to make sure our boy didn't get too anxious. Literally after an hour of working with them and utilizing the e-collar, Chance is able to pass other dogs on the path with no reactivity. It's helped with the little bit of leash-pulling behavior he had as well. Can't recommend these guys highly enough!
- Connor C. via Google
Chill Out dog training is the best! When Josh started to help us out, our dog was at his most reactive point. He would lunge at other dogs, bark and growl, and it seemed as if there was nothing we could do to make him calm down. After a single session with Josh and some new tools, our dog was a changed boy. If you are willing to put in the time and effort, the people at Chill Out will explain in detail how you can make your pup the best versions of themselves. And it WORKS! The team is knowledgeable, understanding and does not judge whatsoever - no matter the situation. I would highly recommend Chill Out to anyone interested in training their pup.
- Brenna M. via Google
Josh was amazing!! My pup Brady tends to pull excessively, and as he is 75 pounds, it can become a bit out of my control. He also tends to get distracted, overly excited and jumps on people. With only one session, Josh was able to provide me with some new tools to use with Brady that he now feels like a completely different dog. Walking at my side! I can't explain how much of a relief it is to feel and be in control. Thank you again!
- Kelly J. via Google
I had the pleasure of working with Cameron from Chill Out Dog Training. I was looking for a trainer for my 5 year old Border Collie Mix Lily who overall is a great dog but dealt with some anxiety in public situations, some territory issues, and a little aggressiveness. Cameron and Chill Out Dog where overall great to help with these issues. I met Cameron at the dog park, he immediately began working with Lily, and myself as well. I really enjoyed how descriptive he was in what he was doing and why he was doing it. I found that incredibly helpful for myself to take home and work on as well. By the end of the session Lily already showed signs of improvement and as the days have gone by she has continued to make strides with the expertise that Cameron passed along. If needed I will definitely schedule a follow up session. If you're looking for dog training, Chill Out Dog is a great choice.
- Matt F. via Google
Scott and Cam were super helpful when it came to training our dog! The main problems we were having included barking and lunging on walks and each problem was addressed during our session with them. They gave us a lot of information and even showed us how to correct certain problems that we didn't know how to correct in the past. I've already seen so much improvement in my dog's behavior and it's only been a couple of days. I highly recommend working with them for any dog training needs you have!
- Renee Y. via Google
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