What truly sets Hidden Fence apart isn’t just the equipment we install, it’s how we train your dog. We prioritize training before technology. GentleSteps™ is a modern, humane training method that teaches dogs to confidently understand their boundaries, creating dependable behavior with far less stress.
Lester Pullen presenting the GentleSteps™ Training Method at the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP).
Developed by Professional Trainers
GentleSteps™ was developed through a collaboration between Lester Pullen of Hidden Fence and the late Rich Weinssen of New Jersey.
In 2001, Lester introduced the GentleSteps™ Training Method to professional dog trainers at the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP), where it demonstrated a more effective, lower-stress approach to hidden fence training.
While many companies now advertise “gentle” training, true low-stress training requires precise, real-time control, not some preset level based on breed, size, or temperament.
GentleSteps™ gives us thousands of fine adjustments, allowing us to customize the training to each dog’s unique personality, tolerance level, sensitivity, and learning style.
Work With the Source
Train directly with the team that helped develop and introduce the GentleSteps™ Training Method to the professional dog training industry.
Many companies now use similar language, but Hidden Fence is where GentleSteps™ was developed, refined, and first presented to professional trainers. When you choose Hidden Fence, you’re working with the people behind the method, not someone who later adopted it.
Training That Lets Dogs Think
Dogs learn best when they understand what they’re being asked to do. GentleSteps™ teaches your dog to make good decisions instead of simply reacting to corrections.
- ✔ Faster learning with less stress
- ✔ Clear understanding of the boundary
- ✔ Reliable behavior around distractions
- ✔ Greater confidence and less anxiety
A Smarter, More Humane Approach
GentleSteps™ focuses on communication, timing, and understanding rather than relying heavily on correction. The result is a happier dog, more confident owners, and dependable long-term success.
Ready to Give Your Dog the Best Start?
Schedule your free consultation and learn how the GentleSteps™ Training Method can help your dog safely enjoy the freedom of your yard.