Due to popular demand, we are now offering group classes! Classes take place at Southpaws Playschool at 2324 B South Lamar. Our group classes are nothing like the chaotic, impersonal classes one finds at big box pet stores. We keep the sizes small to ensure that everyone gets the attention they need!

Adult Obedience I: You and your dog will learn skills that will make everyday life easier and more enjoyable. Topics include manners, sit, down, stay, walking on a loose leash, coming when called and "drop it." At the end of this session, your dog will be able to perform these tasks without any special collars or bribes. This class is a great foundation for owners who would like to pursue more advanced work such as agility or off-leash obedience Cost: $200 per six-week session..

Next sessions open to the public:
Tuesdays at 7 pm from July 15 - August 19
Sundays at 1 pm from July 27 - August 31

Recall Intensive: This four-week class could save your dog's life! Learn how to make your dog come to you every time you call. We will be working with a number of distractions to make your dog reliable off-leash. Cost: $100 per four-week session.

Next session begins Thursday July 24.

Private lessons are the best way to establish a good foundation in obedience skills or to address behavior issues such as destructiveness, separation anxiety, biting or fighting. You will receive as much personal guidance and attention as you need. Because dogs learn best in familiar settings, our initial lesson will take place in your home. As your dog becomes more adept at handling distractions, we may meet at other locations. Each lesson lasts approximately one hour.

Cost: $250 for four lessons; $65 per each additional lesson

Get a jump start on your dog's training. Kim has designed the most flexible, intensive program in Austin. Over two weeks, your dog will receive ten private one-hour training sessions with Kim, and you will receive four private lessons. Unlike a traditional in-kennel board and train program, your dog will stay at home the whole time he's learning, so you'll get to see him improve day by day! Kim will come to your house for each training session and train your dog in area parks, cafes and around your neighborhood - exactly the kind of real-world environments you'd like to share with your dog!

Cost: $800 (two weeks training and four lessons)

A tired dog is a well-behaved, happy dog! We will pick up your dog and take him or her with us on a nature hike. Day Trips are ideal for:

- Agility dogs who need long conditioning hikes to stay in shape and prevent injury
- Busy professionals who don't have time during the week to exercise their dogs
- Chubby dogs who need to drop a few pounds
- Dogs who love to swim
- Adolescent dogs with endless reserves of energy

Your dog will come home towelled off, happy and ready for a long nap after burning more energy than most dogs do all day at a traditional doggy daycare. Most Doggy Day Trip clients find that two outings per week are enough to keep their intelligent, high-energy dogs happy. Because of the small size of each day-trip group, dogs quickly get to know each other and form strong bonds that last for years.

Cost: $20 per outing

We will come to your house and take your dog on a walk around the neighborhood. Walkies are ideal for less-active dogs and dogs with health issues.

We are happy to work with your vet to formulate a sensible weight-loss and maintenance program for your severely overweight dog.

Cost: $20 per one-hour walk

Are you interested in adding a new puppy or dog to your family? We will be happy to help you find the perfect companion. Whether you're just starting out and want to know what kind of dog will be the best match for you, or need an expert opinion on a dog you're thinking about adopting, we can help. We have a close relationship with several area rescue groups and an encyclopedic knowledge of dog breeds.

Cost: Free!

Kim has cared for and trained hundreds of dogs of all breeds, temperaments and sizes. Her approach to training is simple, compassionate and effective. She learned her craft through close study with some of the world's preeminent trainers and behaviorists. She continues to keep abreast of new developments in her field by attending seminars and conferences whenever her schedule permits.

In her spare time, Kim competes in agility, rally and obedience with her two rescue dogs, Darren CGC, PDI, NAC, NGC, NJC and Calvin CGC.

Contact Kim
(512) 796-5783
kimthedogtrainer@gmail.com