Kyra D.
Kyra D.
Hilliard, OH
13 repeat clients
13 repeat clients
Like a therapist for your dog!
My Fear Free approach with an emphasis on choice and capturing good behavior sets me apart as a compassionate trainer. Think of me like your dog's therapist! I help us to understand your dog's emotions, address big feelings, and promote positive behaviors. My goal is to help your dog feel safe and reward them for making good choices. I focus on behavior modification for anxiety, fear, separation-related behaviors, reactivity, and aggression. I use systematic desensitization and counterconditioning to help your dog feel safe, which helps them to remain calm and confident in new settings.
Behavior experience
Training skill set
What to expect
Consultation
During consultations, I hold an open discussion with pet parents to understand what behaviors your dog is displaying, why they display these behaviors, and what your goals are. We'll develop a training plan during the session which will be sent to you afterwards, regardless of whether you choose to keep working with me or not. I take detailed notes in assessing your pet's behavior to help you interpret these behaviors with a scientific basis. Training plans are typically intended for 6-8 weeks, meeting weekly, but can be extended when necessary or terminated by either party if appropriate.
Sessions
During our sessions, we'll review your pet's behavior since the last session. I'll introduce the week's plan to you, and we'll start with a brief demonstration of each skill, exercise, or behavior. Then, I'll hand you the leash and guide you to practice the skills with your dog. I prioritize you working with your own pet so that you both have the necessary skills to succeed! We'll debrief at the end and discuss your "homework" for the week (don't worry, not for a grade!). I like to end sessions with a short play session with your pet to reinforce that training is fun and a good experience!
More info
I am a force-free, positive reinforcement dog trainer, focusing on private sessions to help you live a better life with your dog. I'm a Fear Free Certified Professional, hold the Fear Free Shelters Certification, and continue my education through seminars and coursework, as well as working towards credentialing through IAABC. I have experience in reactivity, anxiety/fear, dog-to-dog/dog-to-cat interactions, and more! I focus on addressing the emotional state of the dog in order to promote appropriate behaviors. My methods are Fear Free, force-free and positive reinforcement (rewards-based).
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Services
Consultations
Sessions
Availability
I am a veterinary student, so my availability varies, although I am most available on weekends and weekday evenings. Please feel free to reach out regarding dates and times! I offer my services in Columbus, Ohio and virtually, focusing on behavior modification for behaviors such as reactivity, anxiety/fear, and jumping/mouthing, as well as training for leash manners, basic manners inside and outside the home, and trick training.
Days available to train
What to expect
Consultation
During consultations, I hold an open discussion with pet parents to understand what behaviors your dog is displaying, why they display these behaviors, and what your goals are. We'll develop a training plan during the session which will be sent to you afterwards, regardless of whether you choose to keep working with me or not. I take detailed notes in assessing your pet's behavior to help you interpret these behaviors with a scientific basis. Training plans are typically intended for 6-8 weeks, meeting weekly, but can be extended when necessary or terminated by either party if appropriate.
Sessions
During our sessions, we'll review your pet's behavior since the last session. I'll introduce the week's plan to you, and we'll start with a brief demonstration of each skill, exercise, or behavior. Then, I'll hand you the leash and guide you to practice the skills with your dog. I prioritize you working with your own pet so that you both have the necessary skills to succeed! We'll debrief at the end and discuss your "homework" for the week (don't worry, not for a grade!). I like to end sessions with a short play session with your pet to reinforce that training is fun and a good experience!
More info
I am a force-free, positive reinforcement dog trainer, focusing on private sessions to help you live a better life with your dog. I'm a Fear Free Certified Professional, hold the Fear Free Shelters Certification, and continue my education through seminars and coursework, as well as working towards credentialing through IAABC. I have experience in reactivity, anxiety/fear, dog-to-dog/dog-to-cat interactions, and more! I focus on addressing the emotional state of the dog in order to promote appropriate behaviors. My methods are Fear Free, force-free and positive reinforcement (rewards-based).
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Kyra D.
Kyra D.
Hilliard, OH