About us:




Wag is owned and operated by Ariel Klawitter,GDMI. She has lived much of her life in Austin surrounded by dogs, horses, cats, ferrets, hamsters and humans.

After training Guide Dogs for the Blind for six years she has returned to Austin to work with everyday folks and their dogs.

Ariel currently lives in central Austin with her very patient husband, Nate, and two pet dogs, Mr. Barr and Benson. Mr. Barr is a three year old German Shepherd adopted from Austin German Shepherd Rescue. He is a gentle and sensitive dog. Benson is a one year old Labradoodle with a heart of gold and a deep passion for tennis balls, frisbees and running!

Formal Education
Ariel is a certified Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI), a prestigious designation granted by the International Guide Dog Federation. She also holds a BA in Sociology from Colorado College, a premier liberal arts college in Colorado Springs, CO.
Testimonials - Austin Texas dog training

I could not have done it without Ariel! As a first time dog owner, I was completely overwhelmed with anxiety and excitement when I brought Nola home.  I must have called Ariel every day with questions about Nola’s behavior, temperament, adjustment and routine.  Ariel was so helpful and reassuring, teaching me how to communicate with Nola in a clear and simple way.  Nola and I wouldn’t have had such a smooth and happy adjustment without Ariel’s knowledge, experience, and patience.  - Marisa M
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