This is a list of the top dog trainers in Kansas, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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 ...
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...
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, ...
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...
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.
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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:
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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/. Similarly, Karen DiCostanzo and Kelli Bausch have unique motivations, withMany 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.
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.
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.
Does your dog ever growl when you walk by their food dish? Maybe they get possessive of treats, carrying them far away and giving you side-eye when you start to approach — or snarling at your other pets or children if they get too close.
As almost every dog owner is aware, the nose of a dog is an amazing thing. Just as they can pick up sounds we can’t hear, their sense of smell and ability to pick up scents is well beyond ours. In fact, dogs have 40 times the number of olfactory receptors as humans.
More than 80 million Americans rely on their service dogs to help them navigate the world. Task-trained assistance animals perform a huge range of life-changing—in many cases, life-saving—services: These dogs act as eyes for visually impaired handlers, provide mobility support, alert to seizures and blood sugar crashes, interrupt anxiety attacks, remind their people to take medications, and so much more.
You thought your dog was house trained. Your home was clean from puddles of pee, those dreaded middle-of-the-night bathroom breaks were behind you, and you loved every minute of dog ownership… until your four-legged best friend started using the bathroom inside again. What’s going on?
Ah, poop. We humans think it’s disgusting… but many of our dogs seem to love the stuff. If you’re wondering why your canine companion tries to eat feces (either their own or that of other animals) you’re not alone!
Do you have a water-loving dog looking to burn some energy? There are countless dog parks to visit throughout our country — but some of them become far too hot in the midday sun to be safe for your pets to play. That’s why we’ve put together a list of some of the best dog water parks throughout the United States! At these locations, your pup can frolic, splash, and swim to their heart’s content.
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Does your dog destroy every toy you give them? Is your house littered with remnants of fabric and stuffing of all different sizes? Are you tired of investing in “indestructible” toys only for your pup to still dismantle—or worse, get bored of—them in just a few days?
You’ve been told your dog needs regular exercise. There’s a reason “walking the dog” is a classic daily activity: Frequent excursions give your pup a chance to experience the world, maintain a healthy weight, and — most importantly — spend time with you! Consistent physical activity can also improve their strength, muscle tone, coordination, and mental ability over time.
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Many dogs have gotten a bad reputation over the years for being "dangerous breeds." Rottweilers are among them. Like pit bulls and other large, blocky-headed types of dogs, these powerful and beautiful animals are often assumed to be aggressive.
Your dog is reactive. They’ll see another dog, person, or other stimulus in the environment (like a car or bike) while out on a walk and suddenly go crazy at the end of their leash. The barking, lunging, and growling feels embarrassing for you — and it’s clear that your pup isn’t having a great time either.
Does your dog display reactivity to other pets or people? Maybe they’re a new rescue pup and are still settling into your home. Or they were sick growing up, so you missed their critical socialization period. Possibly they’ve had a bad experience after being raised as a normal puppy.
Do you have a reactive dog or suspect you may have one? You’re not alone!
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From 2009 to 2020, there was a 40 percent increase in the development of public dog parks. Designated spots for canine exercise have become commonplace in every major city in North America — many pet owners won’t even consider renting an apartment that doesn’t have its own fenced-in pet area for their canine companions.
Thousand Oaks, California has been a safe haven for Sniffspot host, Jen, since childhood. Having grown up in busy Santa Barbara, Jen, an introvert from an early age, would seek out solitude and serenity away from tourists attractions and droves of people visiting from elsewhere. “My grandparents own 60 acres about a 30 minute drive from here, and I grew up spending every summer and every holiday visiting them on the ranch,” Jen explained. “In Santa Barbara, we wouldn't go to the beach on the weekend because that's where everybody was, so you'd find places off the beaten path where the tourists weren't. For me, the ranch was just my happy place.”
Ellen is the host of Country Pasture Getaway, one of Sniffspot's most popular sniff spots. She has taken the time to write up the lessons she has learned about how to be a great sniff spot host.
Just 20 minutes outside of the busy city of Portland, Oregon, and settled right on the banks of the Columbia River, you’ll find what countless visitors have flocked to the area in search of – mountain views, crisp, clean air, and running water for miles. What you might not expect to find, however, is a hidden oasis designed just for dogs and their people, owned and operated by a farming couple and enjoyed by visitors on two legs, and four.
Fran is the host of Ranch Setting, one of Sniffspot's most popular spots. She has taken the time to write up the lessons she has learned about how to be a great Sniffspot host.
Looking for a space to play with your dog no matter what the weather’s like outside? Look no further than our list of the best indoor dog parks in the United States! These climate-controlled spaces are growing in popularity as pet ownership increases throughout the country. As a bonus, many of them also offer dog training, boarding, grooming, or daycare services on the premises.
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog? We’ve got you covered! It’s hard to narrow down, but we’ve put together some of the best off-leash dog parks throughout the country so you can plan your next adventure — along with a checklist of what to bring, what to know beforehand, and some frequently asked questions.
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog in Las Vegas? We’ve got you covered! Take a look at the best local dog parks to plan for your next adventure in Sin City.
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog? We’ve got you covered!
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog in Portland? We’ve got you covered! Take a look at the best local dog parks and plan for your next adventure in the City of Roses.
Discover the German Shepherd Dog, a breed celebrated for its intelligence, loyalty, and versatility. Known for its impressive size and smooth, graceful movements, German Shepherds excel in various roles, including as guide, therapy, bomb detection, and police dogs, while being a devoted family companion.
Discover the Labrador Retriever, a breed celebrated for its playful nature, affectionate temperament, and trainability. Labradors are known for their friendly demeanor and adaptability, making them perfect family companions and versatile working dogs. As one of the most popular types of retrievers, Labs are ideal companions for various lifestyles and are recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) as an excellent breed for families.
Discover the Golden Retriever, a popular breed celebrated for its affectionate, playful, and trainable nature. Considered a large dog, Golden Retrievers were originally bred in Scotland for hunting and retrieving game beginning in the 1860s. Today, they're recognized by the Kennel Club and the American Kennel Club (AKC) as one of the most beloved companion dog breeds.
Discover the American Staffordshire Terrier, a distinct breed celebrated for its playful, friendly, and loyal nature. Often confused with the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, a separate breed of British origin, the American Staffordshire Terrier (AmStaff) is considered a medium-sized dog. While both breeds share some similarities, the AmStaff is generally larger and has been developed as a distinct breed in the United States.
Discover the Australian Shepherd, an AKC breed celebrated for its trainable, playful, and affectionate nature. Despite its name, the Australian Shepherd is actually a native breed to the United States, originally developed to breed on farms and ranches. Considered a medium dog, Australian Shepherds were bred for herding beginning in the 1950s. As one of the high-energy breeds, Aussies are known for their boundless energy and need for regular exercise, including aerobic exercise.