My Mission and Methods
I'm there for you and your dog: It is my goal as a dog trainer to help teach you how to train your dog, navigate and solve behavior problems, and understand your dog better so that you can succeed in your goals and live the best life you can with your dog.
We will achieve this by using the dog approved training method of positive reinforcement (also known as force-free or reward-based), which stems from the science-based learning processes of classical conditioning and operant conditioning. These methods are proven to work with any type of dog to teach them valuable skills and build a strong bond with you at the same time.
Meet Kaylei VSA-CDT-Online
I started my journey by getting a B.S. in Zoology at the University of Maine with the idea of becoming a wildlife biologist. Unfortunately I found out it wasn’t for me, but I still wanted to work with animals. So, I became a vet assistant and did this for 4 years before deciding to change careers to become a dog trainer. I love being a vet assistant, but after adopting and training my dog, Kangaroo, I found a new passion and way I'd like to help people and their dogs. So many dogs struggle in trying to learn how our world works and what's expected of them, and it can be hard for people to learn how dogs work as well. That's where I come in and why I'm here.
I am a graduate of the Victoria Stilwell Academy's Online Dog Trainer Course, and I will forever continue to expand my knowledge and keep up with the latest in dog training techniques.
I do private in-person dog training lessons in Asheville, NC and surrounding areas, but I also offer online lessons to anyone in the US.
Meet Kangaroo (AKA Roo)!
Kangaroo is the inspiration for There For You Dog Training LLC and a precious member of the family. She is an American Staffordshire Terrier mix that we adopted when she turned 2 years old in February of 2022. She’s from Arkansas and besides knowing she was once hit by a car and had hip surgery, her history is unknown to us. This smart girl is my assistant as she participates in online lessons to help me show owners how to train their dogs.
Her hobbies include hiking, destroying toys, cuddling, sun bathing, looking for wildlife, and training.
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What areas do you service?These are most of the cities/towns that I will drive to. If you do not see your city here, but you are close to Asheville, feel free to contact me to check if I service your area as well! For any areas I do not drive to, I also offer online lessons to anyone in North Carolina or anywhere in the US! Buncombe County: Arden, Asheville, Avery Creek, Barnardsville, Bent Creek, Biltmore Forest, Black Mountain, Candler, Fairview, Flat Creek, Jupiter, Ridgecrest, Royal Pines. Swannanoa, Weaverville, Woodfin. Henderson County: Balfour, Fletcher, Gerton, Mountain Home Haywood County: Canton, Clyde, West Canton Madison County: Marshall, Mars Hill, Petersburg
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How do I get started?I'm excited you want to work together! I now work with Canine Cohesion Behavior and Enrichment Center, so please go to https://canine-cohesion.com/ to learn more and to contact us to get things started!
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Where do the training sessions take place?Training can be either private one-on-one sessions that take place in your home via live video chat, or at our facility in Fairview, NC. The only exception to this will be if we are working on Vet/Groomer Anxiety, these sessions will take place at your veterinarian's clinic or grooming salon.
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What training methods do you use?There For You Dog Training uses positive reinforcement methods. You may also hear it referred to as force-free or reward-based training, they are all the same thing! This means we do not use aversives to train your dog their skills or to change behavioral problems as we do not believe in using fear, intimidation, pain, or discomfort to help your dog be the best they can be.
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Are you insured?Yes, we are insured through Kennel Pro!
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What are your hours?I do appointments Monday & Tuesday from 8:30am-11:30am & 1:30pm until 5pm, and Thursday & Friday from 9:30am-12:30pm & 2:30pm until 6pm. I am currently closed Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.