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Welcome to KV Dog Training
Located in Dutchess County, NY, KV Dog Training provides personalized, in-home dog training for puppies through adult dogs. I work with basic obedience, real world manners, and behavior challenges using clear communication, structure, and practical training methods tailored to each dog and household. My goal is not just to train your dog, but to teach you how to communicate effectively so training carries over into everyday life. Whether you’re starting with basics or working through more challenging behaviors, training is designed to build reliability, confidence, and a stronger relationship between you and your dog.
About Me
I am the owner and trainer behind KV Dog Training, based in Dutchess County, NY.I provide personalized, in-home dog training for puppies through adult dogs, working with everything from basic obedience and everyday manners to more complex behavior challenges. My approach is centered on clear communication, structure and understanding the individual dog in front of me. I do not believe in a one size fits all training method. Some dogs progress reliably with reinforcement based training alone, while others may need additional structure depending on their drive, environment, or safety needs. My goal is always to use the least amount of pressure necessary while helping dogs learn how to make good choices under distraction and stress. A large part of my work focuses on teaching owners how to become their dog’s handler not just someone giving commands. I help owners learn how to read their dog, recognize early signs of arousal, improve timing, and respond clearly so guidance happens before behaviors escalate. When owners understand how and when to intervene, training becomes more effective and less stressful both dog and handler. My goal is to help build a more fulfilling relationship through clarity, structure, and trust. When expectations are understood on both ends, dogs gain confidence and reliability, and owners gain the skills needed to maintain progress long after training sessions end.
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I have nothing but great things to say about Kim. She’s extremely knowledgeable about the behavior of dogs. Our dog is a rescue and is reactive. In just a few... read more sessions he was off leash! She is patient and really understands not only how to work with dogs but how to work with us as the trainers, setting us up for success. She’s also very responsive when we’ve had questions. Every session I feel like we’re working on something new or refining tools we’ve been taught. Kim genuinely cares about the relationship of the owner and dog and the outcome of the trainings.
Melissa Frederick
January 30, 2025KV Dog Training was a great fit for my Belgian Shepard. He loves to work and be challenged . This training was able to keep his stubborn self engaged.
Sarah Larkin
January 30, 2025Kim is a highly experienced trainer for dogs. My defiant lab has responded immediately to her guidelines for training. Please don't hesitate to use kv training for your puppy, or... read more adult dog. She is life changing!!!!
Kristen Pavone
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This is one of the best experiences I have had with dog obedience
Lenny Frank Ciaccio
December 6, 2024Kim is absolutely amazing! We saw so much progress after the very first training session that we had to continue on. After just 4 sessions we have seen a tremendous... read more improvement in Kona’s leash manners and reactivity. We’ve learned so much in our sessions and are so much better equipped to provide Kona with the necessary leadership and structure to succeed. Not to mention he LOVES the freedom he is gaining with his e-collar and off-leash training! Could not recommend Kim more!
Allia Ryley
December 6, 2024Thanks to Kim’s guidance, our two naughty dogs are much more civilized at home and when on their walks! She helped me discover the eager students hidden in their... read more shaggy coat…they have made tremendous improvements in two months. I look forward to continue working with Kim so we can keep up the good behavior and maybe even fine tune it some more. I couldn’t recommend her enough!
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Kim from KV Dog Training has been a pleasure to work with our puppy Atlas. She has not only trained my puppy the basics, but also taught me the skills... read more to apply for everyday use. She has helped us with potty training, nutrition, leash training, and obedience skills. Kim is very patient, knowledgeable, and I would recommend her training services to anyone in the area.
Crown Ross
November 6, 2024Kim is an excellent trainer. She is very patient , and gives instruction very clearly . She makes her clients and dogs feel very comfortable. I am so pleased how... read more quickly my standard poodle Jack improved. I must admit you have to practice with your dog to do well. I would highly recommend her. Lori
Lori Sherman
November 6, 2024Thank you Kim for your assistance with my lab. Sonny was pulling on our walks. The techniques you taught us have made a huge difference.
Cynthia Pavone
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Fellow trainer here; Kim and I learned from some of the same people, some of the best trainers in the industry without a doubt. She puts a lot emphasis... read more on good leadership and has the knowledge and experience to solve a problem with any dog that she comes across. There’s very few people I can trust in this industry but, she is definitely one that I can absolutely trust.
Kenneth Wallace
July 6, 2024Kim is extremely knowledgeable about dog training. She answered and addressed all my questions I had to help me correct my dog. I highly recommend her services.
Brandi Dostie
April 6, 2024Kim is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about dog training. We just had our initial consultation with Kim and cannot believe how much we have learned already! Kim is an amazing... read more trainer! she has years of experience. She helped me to lead me dogs with confidence and read their signals. we accomplished a lot in one session. I'm looking forward to the next. We will definitely be continuing our training session.
Nicole Davis
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KV dog training saved us!!! I have 2 puggle puppies and 1 1 year old husky. What was I thinking !!! Well we were at wits end. Kim at KV... read more helped us train them and trained us on how to train our dogs to get along and not have aggression towards each other or toys, food and treats. We are so grateful to Kim and KV dog training. Enough cannot be said …. Thank you
Christine Smith
March 6, 2024I recently adopted a rescue dog who is 3 years old and my other dog Sebastian that I had for 5 years was not very happy. Sebastian was very aggressive... read more towards our new addition Cash. Sebastian would go after Cash when it was feeding time, walking time and pretty much with anything. Finding Kim was a blessing. Just a few visits by Kim, my dogs are best friends now. So a big thank you to Kim. I would highly recommend her.
Laura Reilly
March 6, 2024Kim was recommended to me and I am so glad she was. She explains things to me about my dog and behaviors in a way I could understand. She... read more loves animals and truly cares about what she does.
Jackie Marinelli
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Kim is such an amazing person. She has a love for what she does and you can see it as she helps you train your dog. She explains why our... read more dog does certain things and shows you how to correct it. My biggest problem with my pup was I did not know to leash walk him. He is a big dog and drags me. I watch numerous of videos and tried it but did not succeed. On our first session with Kim she showed my husband and I the proper way to use the leash and collar (which I had no idea i needed it a certain collar for) and my pup got it instantly. I was amazed and happy. We had only 2 sessions with Kim and I am so happy we reached out to her. I 100% recommend anyone that is need of training. She is detailed and answers every concerns you may have. I am excited for our future sessions. Thank you Kim.
Johanna Reyes
February 6, 2024I've had a great experience working with Kim. She helped me with my dog pulling issues. And now we can enjoy out daily walks
Diana Travis
February 6, 2024When I needed help with my new puppy I was searching around for help from a trainer, Kim was very helpful and professional and answered all my questions and showed... read more me the proper way to correct him. I’m still using her services and we’ve come along way with my dog Bosco. if you need help with teaching your dog obedience I highly recommend her services
Cris
February 6, 2024
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