Meet Molly Obert | Dog Trainer and Consultant

We had the good fortune of connecting with Molly Obert and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Molly, what do you attribute your success to?
There are many factors that have played a role in Underdog’s success, not the least of which has been hiring my badass head of management and development. If I had to choose what has been the *most* important, I would say, showing up. Showing up for my clients and business to the best of my ability, everyday. For clients, offering emotional support in addition to practical solutions, and keeping myself up to date on the latest in our field. For my business, timely and concise communication. We make sure that every person who contacts us gets a response of some kind, even if it is just a referral or a recommendation.

The growth of my business has been driven by word of mouth, which makes me incredibly proud and honored. At the end of the day, I know that I’ve done my best to serve my clients. I believe the success of my business is a testament to that.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I have spent my career working with dogs with behavior challenges. I feel incredibly lucky that the path I am on offers opportunities for gratitude each day. I am regularly encouraged by the strength, love and creativity of my human clients. I get to witness and take part in behavior change, which somehow always feels like a little miracle, even though I know it’s really just science.

It’s hard to talk about the dogs without sounding like a total sap. Truth is, working with dogs is incredible. Working with dogs with behaviors that humans find challenging is addictive. Each case is like a puzzle that I get to solve, and most of the time my efforts result in increasing joy and safety for that animal. Companion dogs in the U.S. live a life unlike any other creature on the planet. They have almost no autonomy. Their natural impulses and behavior often result in negative, sometimes painful or scary consequences for them. Finally, they are saddled with the burden of having to communicate with another species to get their needs met. I am humbled by their resilience, and proud to advocate for them. Working with dogs makes me a better human.


Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
We would definitely do the usual Colorado stuff. Paddle board on Horsetooth, hike a bit, grab bikes and tool around town. We’d head to Odell’s and check out the wine side. Maybe happy hour at Jax and then dinner at my favorite spot, Tasty Harmony.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Hailey Kohl, she is my Head of Management and Development. The care and compassion she puts into Underdog is a huge component to our success.

The Academy for Dog Trainers gave me so much more than an education in dog behavior. They truly set me up for success in business and in life!

Website: underdog.dog

Instagram: @coloradounderdog

Facebook: Underdog Behavior and Consulting