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Karyn H.

Camp Taylor, KY

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Certified Professional Dog Trainer

Pet care experience

For the past 7 years I've thrown myself head first into the world of dogs through training, exercise, and mental enrichment. I got my start in the behavior department of a local animal shelter, working with at-risk dogs and teaching them how to the best versions of themselves so they too could find their forever homes. In spring of 2022 I graduated from The Karen Pryor Academy as a Certified Training Partner and focus on using positive reinforcement and relationship based training methods! My passion is helping dogs and their owners work through a multitude of issues to live peaceful lives together and to keep dogs out of shelters. I offer drop-ins for both cats and dogs as well as walks around the neighborhood and adenture hikes! I currently service the Louisville Metro area and surrounding counties as well as Southern Indiana. I have three dogs of my own who are all rescues from animal shelters and foster for The Australian Cattle Dog Rescue Association. My personal dogs are active in obedience and have been titled in Barn Hunt, AKC's Canine Good Citizen program, and AKC's Trick Dog program.

Reviews

Marilee S.
Jan 08, 2023

I am one of those pet parents that never really looked into pet walking/sitting because I was worried that my dogs were not mannered enough for someone to handle in all the situations that could arise (We are relatively lax in training, in all honesty) ....until Karyn that is....Karyn is absolutely be the best dog walker/drop in visitor for any dog. I worked at an animal shelter with Karyn for 2 years. Karyn is also a dog trainer with lots of certifications and hours to back it, too. As one could imagine, all sorts of dog personalities are in animal shelters. I have seen her handle more dogs with more respect and understanding than most. She is capable of accessing dogs and their range of emotions and working with them accordingly-Doesn't like or leary of strangers in new situations, cool. Over the top rowdy with little leash manners, cool. Anxiety over certain triggers such as other dogs, bikes, etc.... cool. Doesn't want to walk and rather lay around for belly rubs, cool. So if you are worried about how your dog may be but they really need the extra walking/playing/whatever- stop, and hire Karyn If you just want an amazing and trustworthy person to take out your perfect well behaved baby, she is absolutely that person too. I 1000% percent trust Karyn to properly, safely, and respectfully handle any dog or cat put in front of her. My animals all adore her and she caters to all of their individual personalities. ❤️ Simply put, the best.

About Karyn H.

Skills

7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When visiting clients' homes I take care to treat both the space and the pets with respect. I ensure that all pets are treated as my own. While in my home, dogs are crated when not being supervised and I have the ability to crate and rotate to ensure that all animals get one on one attention regardless on how they feel about other animals.

Information Karyn H. would like to know about your pet

I ask that owners are upfront about their dogs behavior. I am trained in defensive handling and am comfortable with dogs who are selective on their human friends but knowing past history helps me provide the best service to both you and your pet.

A typical day

I love to play training games with food and/or toys if your pet enjoys such activities! If they prefer solo play or a more laid-back kind of environment I am also well versed in enrichment activities. For dog walking I love to do leisurely strolls around the neighborhood or longer hikes away from the hustle and bustle of the city!

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Karyn can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I currently work full time as a Veterinary Assistant but make sure to ensure that all animals in my care receive the best that I can offer.

About Karyn H.

Skills

7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When visiting clients' homes I take care to treat both the space and the pets with respect. I ensure that all pets are treated as my own. While in my home, dogs are crated when not being supervised and I have the ability to crate and rotate to ensure that all animals get one on one attention regardless on how they feel about other animals.

Information Karyn H. would like to know about your pet

I ask that owners are upfront about their dogs behavior. I am trained in defensive handling and am comfortable with dogs who are selective on their human friends but knowing past history helps me provide the best service to both you and your pet.

A typical day

I love to play training games with food and/or toys if your pet enjoys such activities! If they prefer solo play or a more laid-back kind of environment I am also well versed in enrichment activities. For dog walking I love to do leisurely strolls around the neighborhood or longer hikes away from the hustle and bustle of the city!

Location

Lousville, KY

Karyn H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Karyn H.

Camp Taylor, KY

1 review