Kai B.
Illinois
Certified Dog Trainer
Trainer Bio
My name is Kai and most of my experience is in basic obedience and dog reactivity. With primarily working with shelter dogs, I'm well versed in dogs of all sizes and temperaments. Being fear-free certified gives me a better insight into dog's triggers and how to…
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Alisa H.
Illinois
Certified Dog Trainer
Trainer Bio
I'm a certified, professional dog trainer with over a decade of hands-on experience helping dogs and their people live happier, more harmonious lives together. In 2021, I started Dog Forward Training to help dedicated owners lead fulfilling lives with their pups. Life with a dog can…
Katherine H.
Illinois
Certified Dog Trainer
Trainer Bio
Hello my is Katherine and my passion is training dogs! My beagle, Buddy is the reason I became interested in dog behavior. I still remember teaching him paw and sit and how excited I was when he learned! I have been working with dogs for over…
Kayla P.
Illinois
Certified Dog Trainer
Trainer Bio
Hello, I'm Kayla. I'm a positive reinforcement dog trainer with over 2 years of experience. I have had the privilege of training a wide variety of breeds and temperaments. I have 4 dogs of my own; each with completely different personality traits, 3 cats who I…
Carmen R.
Illinois
Certified Dog Trainer
Trainer Bio
I'm Carmen Rea-Kodatt, VSA-CDT, graduate of the prestigious Victoria Stilwell Academy. I've always been an avid animal lover and knew I wanted a career involving animals early on. I received my bachelors in Biology from Edgewood College. I enjoy furthering my knowledge and staying current with…
Ian T.
Illinois
Certified Dog Trainer
Trainer Bio
Hello, I am Ian!I grew up in a rural town and have interacted with animals my entire life. Throughout my life I have had mutliple pets, including snakes, turles, and raccoons. But I have had family dogs my entire life as well as my own animals…
Isabel F.
Illinois
Certified Dog Trainer
Trainer Bio
Hi there! My name is Isabel and I am so excited to meet you and your pup! I am currently working to earn my KPA Certified Training Partner certificate and am hoping to grow my expertise even more in the coming years. I believe that training…
Todd W.
Illinois
Certified Dog Trainer
Trainer Bio
Hi. I have been a professionally licensed dog trainer since 2020. My training methods adhere to the LIMA (Least intrusive, minimally aversive), positive reinforcement philosophy. I understand that each dog is unique in personality and behavior and training should be adapted specifically to them and their…
Austin T.
Illinois
Certified Dog Trainer
Trainer Bio
Hello, my name is Austin Todd and I am an animal behavior specialist! My passion is helping you with anything that you might be struggling with in regards to the behaviors of your dog. I am more than happy working with dogs of all ages! There…
Jovon S.
Illinois
Certified Dog Trainer
Trainer Bio
Hello! My name is Jovon Snoke and I'm a professional dog trainer. As a dog trainer I specialize in positive reinforcement and permission based training. Meaning, we're not telling the dog what to do, but offering it a behavior and if it does the wanted behavior…