Meet the Founder

Hounds With Halos was founded by Sonya Weatherall, a professional dog trainer specializing in structured obedience, therapy foundations, and calm leadership development.

Her approach is rooted in clarity, timing, and consistency - building reliable behavior through strong foundations rather than quick fixes.

Training support is provided by experienced handlers who align with Hounds With Halos philosophy of structure, fairness, and long-term stability.

We work with families from any walks of life - from busy professionals to hands-on owners committed to doing the work correctly.

The standard remains the same for everyone.

Why Our Training Works

• Short, focused 10-15 minute sessions
• Clear verbal markers and structured communication
• Calm leadership development
• Foundation before advancement

Because when the handler grows, the dog follows.

Whether you're raising a family companion, preparing for certification, or pursuing service work, our structure is designed to create confident dogs and capable handlers.

Professional Standards

At Hounds With Halos, client privacy is respected without exception.

We do not publicize personal circumstances, disabilities, or private training journeys without explicit consent. Some clients choose to share their progress publicly - and when they do, it is always done thoughtfully and with full approval.

Our priority is dignity, safety, and trust.

Progress is measured by results - not by social media engagement.

Discretion and professionalism are foundational to our work.