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The Best Dog Trainers in Kansas of 2024

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July 10, 2024

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This is a list of the top dog trainers in Kansas, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.

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    Dani LaFredo

    Victoria Stilwell Academy for Training & Behavior Graduate of Michael Shikasho Aggression in Dogs Mastercourse

    Service dog training, Puppy training

    Lenexa, KS Overland Park, KS Shawnee, KS Mission, KS Spring Hill, KS Olathe, KS Gardner, KS

    I got into dog training to help show people that their dogs can be taught to be well-mannered, confident members of their household in a way that is calm and considerate of the dog's needs. I focus on what the dog needs and how the dog is feeling and then shape that into the perfect, individualized training and enrichment plan for that specific dog. My goal is a happy, confident, well-adjusted ...


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    Karen DiCostanzo

    CPDT-KA, KPA CTP, AKC CGC Evaluator

    Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, In home training, Puppy training

    Kansas: Johnson County, Wyandotte County, Miami County, Douglas County, Franklin County, Leavenworth CountyMissouri: Jackson County, Clay County, Platte County

    I'm Karen DiCostanzo, KPA CTP, CPDT-KA, certified professional dog trainer and behavior consultant. I want to help you live your best life with your dog! Learning the art and science of training animals has forever changed my life in an extremely positive way. I'd like to show you how to enrich your relationship with your canine companion while achieving your dog training goals!All great relati...


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    Kelli Bausch

    CPDT-KA- Owner/Head Training Instructor

    Puppy training

    Topeka, KS

    My whole life I have loved dogs. Growing up as a third generation dog trainer you might say I had little choice in the matter. It is in my blood.
    As a little girl I had a white Barbie convertible but it wasn't for Ken to pick Barbie up for a date. No, it was for my grandma's Lhasa Apso puppies to cruise around in! I spent most of my adolescence immersed in the world of dogs.

    My gr...


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    Lindsay Bench

    In home training, Puppy training

    Every dog business needs a people person. We are lucky to have Vancouver native Lindsay as ours. She also represents the Average Dog Owner in business meetings.

    Responsible for both business development and administration, Lindsay handles networking partnerships, spearheads marketing efforts, and stays on top of client inquiries and scheduling to ensure our service is responsive and fr...


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    Kathrine Christ

    In home training, Puppy training

    Kathrine founded Hands Full Dog Training in 2015 and has nurtured its growth to be one of the top dog training schools in Wichita. Despite a move to Texas in 2020, Kathrine remains actively involved.

    As a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the IAABC, she continues to oversee all curricula and behavior programs and serve as a mentor for her Kansas trainers. Through Hands Full, K...


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    Alyssa Dietz

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Alyssa is a Class Assistant at FDTC who is passionate about helping dogs and their owners build stronger bonds through positive reinforcement training. Alyssa was first introduced to FDTC in Fall 2021 when her German Shepherd, Andromeda (aka Drama‚ she's earned that nickname), started showing signs of reactivity. Through the course of the Reactive Dog class, Alyssa was amazed by the transformat...


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    Lydia Gilmore

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

    My name is Lydia Gilmore I am a puppy day school assistant where we train the puppies basic manners. I am also a class assistant and hep out with the Friday night classes. I love working with the dogs and learning more about how their minds work. I have learned a lot from the other experienced staff at FDTC


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    Doreen Hardiman

    Deaf dog training, In home training

    Doreen Hardiman, utilizes positive reinforcement, fear and intimidation free science-based training techniques for both dogs and people! Doreen is certified by the Animal Behavior College earning High Honors, is a licensed Family Paws Parent Educator, a Certified Trick Dog trainer through Do More with Your Dog, a Certified Service Dog Coach through Cooperative Paws, a Tester/Observer for Allia...


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    Karla Hartlep

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Karla Hartlep CPDT-KA has been focused on training dogs for over 20 years. She has a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with children and families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder. Karla is also a CPDT-KA with the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, a professional member of the Association of Profession...


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    Rusty Haughawout

    In home training, Puppy training

    Rusty has a constellation of professional experience with dogs that has inspired his current work. After three years teaching group and private manners classes, Rusty dove into specialized education in canine aggression and now focuses on dogs who need help coping with trauma, fear and anxiety. He particularly enjoys watching his human clients become confident and empowered to guide their dogs ...


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    Lori Hayes

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Lori is a retired Kindergarten teacher, Mom of 10 and Grandmother of one. She has been training and showing dogs for 40 years. Now that she and her husband are retired, they are enjoying traveling to as many dog events as they want! They participate in a variety of dog performance sports including conformation, obedience, rally, scentwork, trick dog, farm dog, agility, drafting and dock divin...


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    Paula Kim

    Deaf dog training, In home training

    Paula Kim has been an assistant Dog trainer with K-9 Kudos for over four years. Paula's certified therapy dog and Canine Good Citizen title holder, Ruby, is not just a furry companion but a shining example of obedience and charm. As a Tester/Observer for the Alliance of Therapy dogs, Paula ensures that therapy dog teams meet the highest standards of excellence. Her commitment to the well-being ...


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    Kinsey Klein

    Deaf dog training, In home training

    Certified by the Animal Behavior College, Kinsey excels in the latest dog training techniques, prioritizing force-free, positive reinforcement methods. Beyond basic commands, she educates owners on understanding their pups deeply, fostering lasting connections. By emphasizing positive reinforcement techniques, she ensures a training experience that is not only effective but also enjoyable for b...


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    Brianna McComber

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Bri is a huge animal lover. Having grown up in a family that always had dogs, she always had an interest in how their minds worked. Being familiar with guardian breeds, she rescued her first Cane Corso in 2018 named Moose. Moose and her began attending Family Dog Training Center in early 2020 with Moose later on receiving his CGC & Therapy Dog Certification. She first met Kelly in a CGC class, ...


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    Allison McKinney

    In home training, Puppy training

    Since a young age, Allison's passion for dogs has driven her to help dogs live their best lives. After two years as an assistant trainer, Allison fell in love with helping her spectacular training clientele and has now moved to full time behavior work, leaving behind her job as a doggy daycare manager.Diesel and Kaylee, her own two dogs, help her practice all of her skills as a trainer in order...


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    Janice Ronald

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Janice Ronald is the founder of Family Dog Training & Behavioral Center. She was a veterinary technician for 24 years and has been training dogs since 1978. Janice is our USD 259 contact for certifying Professional Therapy Dogs, and works with service dogs and their partners. She is also a certified evaluator for Therapy Dogs International.


  • Megan Spencer Photo

    Megan Spencer

    Kelly Spencer CPDT-KA is Owner of Family Dog Training & Behavioral Center. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed through the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers, an IAABC Supporting member, a certified Evaluator for Therapy Dogs International (TDI) and AKC's Canine Good Citizen Test (CGC) and a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT...


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    Ashley Suttles

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Ashley started training dogs with the Kansas Humane Society in 2010, starting her first classes in 2011. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer- Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator (CGC), and a certified Evaluator for Therapy Dogs International (TDI). Ashley has several dogs of her own, all Australian Shepherds. She has competed in Agility, Rally, Scent Work,...


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    Janae Tillman

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Janae is a new class assistant & a helper in puppy day school. She has been a veterinary technician for the past 7 years & currently is working at Urgent Pet Care learning more in-depth emergency skills to better her experience for veterinary school. Janae started out as a client here with us at FDTC, 3 years ago with her sweet shadow dog, Kova. She loved the environment so much that she wanted...


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    Megan Whiteside

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Megan Cox-Whiteside CPDT-KA is one of our Lead Trainers. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed through Certification of Professional Dog Trainers, and a certified Evaluator for AKC's Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and Temperament Test (ATT). In 2012 she started volunteering with us since her littlefrom Big Brothers and Big Sisters wanted to work with dogs. When her little...


The Best Wichita, KS Dog Trainers In 2024

  • Lindsay Bench Photo

    Lindsay Bench

    Every dog business needs a people person. We are lucky to have Vancouver native Lindsay as ours. She also represents the Average Dog Owner in business meetings.

    Responsible for both business development and administration, Lindsay handles networking partnerships, spearheads marketing efforts, and stays on top of client inquiries and scheduling to ensure our service is responsive and fr...

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  • Kathrine Christ Photo

    Kathrine Christ

    Kathrine founded Hands Full Dog Training in 2015 and has nurtured its growth to be one of the top dog training schools in Wichita. Despite a move to Texas in 2020, Kathrine remains actively involved.

    As a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the IAABC, she continues to oversee all curricula and behavior programs and serve as a mentor for her Kansas trainers. Through Hands Full, K...

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  • Alyssa Dietz Photo

    Alyssa Dietz

    Alyssa is a Class Assistant at FDTC who is passionate about helping dogs and their owners build stronger bonds through positive reinforcement training. Alyssa was first introduced to FDTC in Fall 2021 when her German Shepherd, Andromeda (aka Drama‚ she's earned that nickname), started showing signs of reactivity. Through the course of the Reactive Dog class, Alyssa was amazed by the transformat...

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Welcome to Kansas’s list of top dog trainers. The Kansas list is based on 34 votes from the Sniffspot community. Only the Kansas dog trainers with the top number of votes made this list. Trainers are ordered by number of votes, with Dani LaFredo at the top of this list with 23 votes.

Our rankings include trainers certified by CPDT-KA and AKC CGC Evaluator. They also specialize in Puppy training, In home training amongst other training programs.

Kansas dog trainer services include:

  • Puppy training
  • In home training
  • Reactive dog training
  • Aggressive dog training
  • Agility training
  • Service dog training
  • Deaf dog training

Dog trainers in Kansas selflessly set pets up for success. Dani LaFredo shares why they chose this path: . All 20 trainers on this Kansas list are committed to positive reinforcement. Trusted Kansas trainer, Karen DiCostanzo, uses the following methods: We use a positive reinforcement training approach to help solve or avoid undesirable behaviors while teaching life skills and manners. We start with an initial consultation in which we discuss the effective use of management techniques and veterinary intervention, if appropriate, along with hands-on training to teach your dog desirable behaviors. Based on our initial consultation, we will coach you through easy-to-follow training instructions designed to meet your dog training goals. After each training session, you'll receive a short summary, including resources and next steps to practice with your pup..

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FAQ: Meet the Top Puppy dog training Dog Trainers in Kansas

Who are the top Puppy dog training dog trainers in Kansas?

Our top-rated trainer, Dani LaFredo, has earned 23 votes for their outstanding work in Aggressive dog training. Alongside them, Karen DiCostanzo and Kelli Bausch have also made a significant impact amongst Kansas pets.

What motivates Kansas dog trainers?

Dani LaFredo became a dog trainer because /. Similarly, Karen DiCostanzo and Kelli Bausch have unique motivations, with Many years ago, I became intensely interested in dog training and behavior modification after adopting a rescue dog my first dog ever. It was a baptism by fire: I soon learned that in addition to serious health issues, he suffered from a panic disorder called separation distress.Later, I adopted a large dog who drove me nuts with nuisance barking, lunging and pulling like crazy on leash, jumping all over people, chasing small animals, reacting to people and dogs, and more, so I definitely feel my clients' pain!In 2022, I adopted a large dog who exhibits hyper, impulsive behavior on an all-too-frequent basis. Helping him has allowed me to empathize with my clients whose dogs have these same behavior issues.I learned to speak dog to address my own dogs' issues, and today, I share my insights with those who want to work toward their dog training goals while deepening the bonds of love, trust, and understanding they share with their pets. driving their passion.

What is Dani LaFredo biggest tip?

For Dani LaFredo, the best tip is to: .

What do Kansas trainers love most about their work?

Dani LaFredo finds the greatest joy in Helping people understand the needs of their dogs, while Karen DiCostanzo cherish Learning the art and science of training animals has forever changed my life in an extremely positive way. I love sharing what I've learned to help my clients and their dogs live their best lives together! I greatly enjoy helping my clients enrich their relationships with their canine companions while achieving their dog training goals. All great relationships are based on effective two-way communication. For this reason, I teach my clients how to understand their dog's communication signals and, in turn, communicate clearly with their dogs with kindness and compassion., respectively.

How do you become a certified trainer in Kansas?

All the top trainers in Kansas have earned certifications like Victoria Stilwell Academy for Training & Behavior Graduate of Michael Shikasho Aggression in Dogs Mastercourse, demonstrating their expertise in Puppy dog training, 1977, Reactive dog training, 1240, In home dog training, 1152, Aggressive dog training, 836, Service dog training, 256, Deaf dog training, 255, Board and train dog training, 185 and beyond.

Why are these certifications crucial in Kansas?

Qualifications like CPDT-KA ensure that each trainer is equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to address a wide range of behavioral issues, from Aggressive dog training to Aggressive dog training.

How do their methods differ?

Kansas’s Dani LaFredo describes their method as: . Meanwhile, Karen DiCostanzo says: We use a positive reinforcement training approach to help solve or avoid undesirable behaviors while teaching life skills and manners. We start with an initial consultation in which we discuss the effective use of management techniques and veterinary intervention, if appropriate, along with hands-on training to teach your dog desirable behaviors. Based on our initial consultation, we will coach you through easy-to-follow training instructions designed to meet your dog training goals. After each training session, you'll receive a short summary, including resources and next steps to practice with your pup.. As you can see, there are diverse approaches to Aggressive dog training in Kansas.

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