A few of our 100+ online dog classes

For dog professionals and the public.
Always FREE for Diamond Members!

Keep reading to get to some free stuff.

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Canine education for a better world.

Here at the Grisha Stewart Academy, we care about people and dogs as individuals. We are in this for good, doing our part to co-create communities in which we all can thrive. We believe that love is love, no human is illegal, Black lives matter, your life matters, science is important, women’s rights are human rights, animals are individuals with an emotional experience, kindness is everything, and peace deserves a chance.

We value and celebrate diversity and believe that education should be accessible to all. If you truly can't afford the $39.99/month membership (which gives you access to the full course library & I think is the best deal in the industry), we still have you covered. We have member scholarships for individuals as well as a scholarship bundle for animal shelters and rescues.

We continue to learn how to better live our values, which are reflected in our work in our local and international communities. We love to find and share new practical ways to improve quality of life for dogs AND their people. You won't just learn how to relate to dogs in a way that meets their needs, you'll learn how to apply an empowerment approach to yourself by training the "border collie in your head."

Because how you do one thing is how you do everything. ❤️

  • With well over 100 inspiring, relationship-boosting online dog classes available on demand, and live sessions each month, as well as a nourishing, inclusive online community for peer support, we've definitely got something to make your life with dogs more joyful.

  • Efficient, modern, relationship-oriented, attachment- and trauma-informed humane dog training that you can trust.

  • If you're a professional dog trainer or behaviorist, dog walker, shelter staffer, groomer, or veterinarian, we have continuing education to evolve your practice. Proud to be an Approved Education Provider for the CCPDT. IAABC CEUs also often available.

  • If you're not a professional, don't worry! Most of this information will be helpful for you and your own dog, too. The Dog Training Foundations category is a great place to start. That's also excellent if you want to become a professional dog trainer.

  • More than just dog training, you'll get skills to help your dog(s) thrive in your family. If you care about kindness, you belong here!

  • World-class live courses with dog trainers and animal behavior experts, including Michael Shikashio, Susan Friedman, Chirag Patel, Kathy Sdao, Diane Garrod, Sarah Fisher, Leslie McDevitt, and so many more!

  • Learn BAT for dog aggression, frustration, and fear (Behavior Adjustment Training) from the source. And lots more than BAT, too, from common behavior problems in the home to cooperative care to predation.

  • The Grisha Stewart Academy is part of Empowered Animals LLC, a company I formed in 2013 as the professional education branch of my work. I've been training families and dogs full-time since 2003.

  • Register for individual courses or get a $39.99/month Diamond All Access Pass to save money - save even more with an annual membership. Diamonds get access to every class and exclusive perks, too!

  • We also have a Library Pass which for $29.99/month lets you stream pre recorded content. Find out more on the Library Pass Page.

The FREE STUFF!

Thanks for your interest in the Grisha Stewart Academy. Please make time to take advantage of this education. It matters. :)

  • Free Handouts on BAT for Reactivity and also Consent

    These printable, sharable handouts are available for your own use, and also to share with clients, helper teams for set-ups, and others who want to learn about changing dog behavior with empowerment.

    Includes translations to many languages!

    Click here to get your free handouts.

  • (Free) Stop Pulling! Dog Training Mini-Course for Loose Leash Walking

    I love to help dogs and people enjoy their walks, so I developed a technique called Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) to help people manage walks while promoting safety and freedom.

    I let dogs wander, when possible, and I also train dogs to focus on their humans for when that's needed. This class is an introduction to a blend of those techniques.

    Click here to get your free mini-course.

  • Learn about Secure Attachment Family Education

    We ‘dog people’ love our dogs, in ways that people who aren’t bonded to dogs just don’t understand. We have formed a special kind of connection, what scientists call an attachment relationship.

    By looking at you relationship, you can resolve a lot of the problems you're having with dogs.

    Here's a free article on SAFE.

The Grisha Stewart Academy is a nurturing, innovative, global online educational community that inspires sustainable behavior change.

We aim to help our students feel empowered, prepared, and curious for more, resulting in happy dogs, happy families, and a legacy of empathy, kindness, and collaboration in the canine education field.


We are unique because we care and are always learning, just like you.

 Whether you’re an animal professional or are here to help your own dog, if you care about kindness, you have a home here.

We are not just a school, we are a movement - and we would love for you to join us! 


  • $19.99 / month

    $19.99 / monthGSA Library Pass

    A great value option for dog lovers who want to watch webinars on demand, but don't need the full benefits and community of a Diamond Membership.

    Access pre recorded content and Grisha's eBooks for one low price per month. [Learn more].
    Go Library

  • $39.99 / month

    $39.99 / monthDiamond Membership All Access Pass

    The best value option for dog professionals and dog people who want access to ALL live and on-demand streaming content on the site, including this webinar.

    Diamonds are also part of a thriving, supportive community that loves to dig into every aspect of dog behavior. You'll get help from a growing library of emotionally intelligent dog training and animal behavior classes, taught by my favorite experts from around the world. Diamonds also get special events, student coupons, and other perks. [Learn more].
    Go Diamond

When you start a membership - either a Diamond or a Library Pass - it will go for a month and then renew automatically each month after that. You can easily cancel renewal at any time and your access to the content will just expire on your renewal date.