Kristen’s journey in animal training began with a Bachelors of Science in Biology and a minor in Psychology, fueling her passion to educate the public on animal behavior. She has developed expertise in animal behavior and psychology through training dolphins, sea lions, penguins, birds, manatees, and other species. Having transitioned from working as a Dolphin Trainer to the dog training industry, Kristen uses reward-based training methods, scientifically proven to improve animal behavior, to enhance communication and strengthen bond between pet and owner.
Kristen deeply committed to educating owners on the benefits of positive-based training.
Services
Crown Dog Training offers a variety of services, including:
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Private In-Home Dog Training:
Customized training packages with discounts for 5, 10, and 15 sessions.
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Group Classes:
Various levels of obedience, agility, Canine Good Citizen prep, Stay and Recall, and Trick Training.
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Virtual Dog Training:
Live video sessions for puppy training, housebreaking, obedience, leash skills, and more.
Group Class Prices:
- Level 1 – Basic Obedience & Building Focus: $160 for 4 classes
- Level 2 – Intermediate Obedience & Leash Skills: $160 for 4 classes
- Level 3 – Advanced Leash Skills: $160 for 4 classes
- Tricks!: $80 for 2 classes
- Canine Good Citizen Class: $200 for 4 classes
- Stay and Recall Class: $160 for 4 classes
Virtual Dog Training Prices:
- 1 hour: $95
- 3 (1 hour) Sessions: 10% off
- 6 (1 hour) Sessions: 15% off
Certifications
Kristen is a certified dog trainer. Crown Dog trainers are certified Evaluators of AKC Canine Good Citizen and Puppy STAR program! They are also a proud member of APDT (Association of Professional Dog Trainers).
Specializations
Puppy training, housebreaking, obedience, leash skills, behavior modification, tricks, and enrichment.
Training Methods
Positive reinforcement training methods, reward-based training, force-free training.
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