About KW Happy Dogs
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Monday: 8AM - 4PM
Tuesday: 8AM - 4PM
Wednesday: 8AM - 4PM
Thursday: 8AM - 4PM
Friday: 9AM - 3PM
Saturday: ClosedSunday: 9AM - 6PM
KW Happy Dogs is a dog behavior consulting business that specializes in positive reinforcement techniques. They provide a variety of services, including training, agility classes, scenting classes, and exploration classes for dogs. The owner is an IAABC Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with a strong focus on addressing aggression and reactivity in dogs. Clients commend the owner for her patience, kindness, and dedication to improving dogs' well-being. Testimonials from clients highlight the owner's ability to identify potential health issues in dogs and offer effective solutions for behavioral problems, such as anxiety and reactivity. Many clients feel more confident and empowered to manage their dogs' behavior thanks to the tools and techniques learned at KW Happy Dogs. They appreciate the tailored training strategies that cater to their dogs' individual needs, whether it's for a fearful rescue or an elder dog with cognitive issues. The business also includes a program for dog enthusiasts and professionals called Canine Behavior Education. Overall, clients have found that the owner’s insightful approach and consistent support have made a significant difference in their dogs' lives.
Kirsten is the best! She helped us to understand our dog’s developmental stage and needs, and showed us how to deal with his wild behaviors that were driving us crazy. Body slams in the house, painful play biting, barking, chewing things up, etc. Kirsten is very chill and keeps things so upbeat and positive. It was fun to watch her interact so intuitively with our dog. She has a nice manner that is effective without being harsh, punitive, or controlling. Instead, it’s more about understanding the animal, communicating sensitively with them, and controlling the environment. Kirsten gave us confidence as first time dog owners, and some much-needed perspective...read full review
We came to Kirsten looking for help with our fearful rescue dog (age 6). After having Maisy for 10 months she was still too scared to let us put a harness on her and had never been on a walk. We were desperate to change that. Our family is so appreciative of what we were able to accomplish with Kirsten's guidance. She gave us the confidence and techniques to push Maisy (and us) a little bit, step-by-step so she could get to a much fuller life. Beginning with successfully getting Maisy into a harness during Kirsten's first visit, she gave us specific achievable exercises to work on to build her trust, and within a few weeks Maisy was starting to move down the sidewalk....read full review
Kirsten helped me with my pups immensely. She was knowledgeable about everything - mobility, health, behavior, training, you name it. Most importantly, she was so kind with me and helped ease my anxiety with in turn helped my boys. I could not recommend her enough.