Katie Kelly, BA CBCC-KA CPDT-KA ABCDT FDM
Katie began her dog training career in 2009 becoming certified as a dog trainer through Animal Behavior College, and has continued to earn additional titles as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Certified Behavior Consultant through the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers, a certified Family Dog Mediator through Kim Brophy’s Family Dog Mediation Program, and completed the Master Aggression course by renowned trainer Michael Shikashio. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in education and communication through Winona State University. Katie is currently the only Certified Behavior Consultant for Canines in the Rochester area and is only 1 of 11 in the entire state of MN.
Katie has 15 years of experience in the field of dog behavior and training, addressing concerns such as fear, aggression, hyperarousal, and anxiety. In this time, she has worked with a variety of rescue/shelter dogs, worked under the direct supervision of three veterinary behaviorists and a resident of veterinary behavior, helped in the formation of the day-training camp at Paws Abilities, and has conducted a variety of training classes.
In addition to behavior consulting, Katie enjoys aiding in the search for new family companions who will fit the dynamic of the home/lifestyle, and has a passion for helping people and their puppies as they journey through the different developmental stages. Through these projects, Katie hopes to prevent problems before they manifest.
Katie currently lives with her American Pit Bull Terrier Jasmine, who’s her valued coworker in behavior consulting, puppy socialization, and public education. She also shares her home with a “big lug” of a Newfoundland puppy, Leo, who has been a fun adventure and continues to prove that there is always more to learn!
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To get started, fill out this questionnaire and purchase your package type below: tell us more about you and your dog! Katie will follow up with next steps to schedule your session!
Because training and behavior goals occur over time, we have discounted the rate for training packages!
Behavior Sessions (including fear, aggression, reactivity, anxiety, hyperarousal):
- $250 for individual sessions
- 10% off of training packages of 5 or more!
- 30% off of training packages of 10 or more!
Puppy Training:
- $150 for individual sessions
- 10% off of training packages of 5 or more!
- 30% off of training packages of 10 or more!
We are committed to helping people enjoy their dogs!
