My name is Alessandro Ferri, owner of State of Mind Canine. I’m a Florida native and own 4 dogs. Echo is my 9 year old Belgian Malinois, Zoey is my 11 year old pit mix, Colby is my 10 year old lab mix, and Tony is my 7 year old pit mix.

 I specialize in on & off leash obedience as well as a wide range of behavioral challenges from anxiety to aggression to fear and beyond. My training philosophy is to identify the root cause of each problem, approaching every dog on a case by case basis. I don’t believe in a one size fits all approach. When I work with families and their dogs, I want to make sure you have the right tools, techniques, and information to be successful. My goal is to make things as simple and easy for you as possible because the easier the training is for you, the more consistent you’ll be, the more consistent you’ll be the more success you’ll have, and the more success you have the better of a life you and your dog will have. Ultimately that’s what I strive for with everyone I work with, is that you and your dog live the best life possible.

I’ve spent the last decade plus dedicated to dogs, starting off volunteering at a shelter, then moving to fostering for rescues before embarking on my training journey. I invested a significant amount of time into my education and growth as a trainer, traveling across the USA to learn under some of the best names in the industry. Whether I’m attending seminars, shadowing, or apprenticing, I’m continuously working towards expanding my knowledge and experience with dogs. In the world of training, too much information and too many nuances can lead to confusion, causing families to work in circles or give up entirely. I aim to make effective dog training accessible to everyone, developing a custom-tailored program that’s clear, fair, and results-oriented. Regardless of your goals, I’m here to guide you through the process, providing you with everything needed to establish a positive relationship with your dog and achieve long-term success.