Kerri M.
Kerri M.
Olympia, WA
4 repeat clients
4 repeat clients
Dog Behavior Specialist
Kerri is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and Family Dog Mediator with advanced degrees in marriage & family therapy and art therapy. She combines her knowledge of human and dog behavior to create strong, lasting bonds, helping dogs and their people feel safe, secure, and confident while improving their quality of life together.
Behavior experience
Training skill set
What to expect
Consultation
Consultation Includes: A detailed discussion about your dog’s behavior, history, and training needs. Observation of your dog to assess temperament, triggers, and learning style. Personalized recommendations and a training plan tailored to your goals. Guidance on positive training techniques and behavior management. Time for questions to ensure you feel confident moving forward.
Sessions
Sessions are positive, practical, and customized for your dog. You’ll learn and practice techniques at home, and I’m always available for support between visits. Together, we’ll track progress and help your dog become calm, confident, and happy.
More info
Kerri Follows the guidelines of the least inhibited and functionally effective model,"LIFE". She will not use, body manipulation, yelling, stern corrections, prong collars, shock collars, vibration collars, bark collars, etc. She focuses on supporting the dog in front of her, allowing them to make choices, and reframing an internal dialogue of, "he never listens to me," to "how can I support him in a way that he understands?" Her approach is ethical and kind, going at the pace set forth by your dog.
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Services
Consultations
Sessions
Availability
I usually offer late afternoon and evening sessions, with occasional Saturday afternoons. I aim to accommodate client needs and make training sessions easy and convenient for you and your dog.
Days available to train
What to expect
Consultation
Consultation Includes: A detailed discussion about your dog’s behavior, history, and training needs. Observation of your dog to assess temperament, triggers, and learning style. Personalized recommendations and a training plan tailored to your goals. Guidance on positive training techniques and behavior management. Time for questions to ensure you feel confident moving forward.
Sessions
Sessions are positive, practical, and customized for your dog. You’ll learn and practice techniques at home, and I’m always available for support between visits. Together, we’ll track progress and help your dog become calm, confident, and happy.
More info
Kerri Follows the guidelines of the least inhibited and functionally effective model,"LIFE". She will not use, body manipulation, yelling, stern corrections, prong collars, shock collars, vibration collars, bark collars, etc. She focuses on supporting the dog in front of her, allowing them to make choices, and reframing an internal dialogue of, "he never listens to me," to "how can I support him in a way that he understands?" Her approach is ethical and kind, going at the pace set forth by your dog.
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Kerri M.
Kerri M.
Olympia, WA