Indianapolis, IN
Allie Kirby
History
Allie is an Honors graduate of The Academy for Dog Trainers (CTC), a two-year, evidence-based pet dog training program, considered the "Harvard of Dog Training". Allie is also a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT), Certified Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultant (CSAP-BC), and a Fear Free Certified Professional (FFCP- Trainer). Along with training-specific certifications, Allie also holds a BS with Honors in Psychology.
Training Philosophy
Allie firmly believes that training should be fun for both you and your dog! Her training and behavior modification services follow modern, science-based approaches, focused on the use of positive reinforcement. Humane training is effective, efficient, and lots of fun!
Services
Allie offers a wide variety of training services, from basic manners to behavior modification support for fear and aggression. Her training methods are always humane, reward-based, and tailored to your dog's individual needs for efficient, effective training.
Services:
- Behavior Modification: Kind, effective training for dogs who bark, lunge, and bite, or who are fearful in a variety of situations. Includes fear of new people, other dogs, vet and grooming procedures, and more!
- Basic Manners: For dogs new to training and those with a limitless supply of enthusiasm. Learn how to work with your wild child and turn them into a more refined citizen, while preserving every bit of their joy.
- Separation Anxiety: For dogs who need support feeling safe while home alone. Don't settle for bandaid strategies; take back your life while knowing your dog is safe and comfortable at home. You both deserve it!
- Day Training: For those who want all of the results without all of the process. Let a dog trainer do the heavy lifting, then take over to maintain your dog's new skills! Suitable for basic manners and select behavior modification.
- Puppy Training: Safe, fun socialization and basic training for puppies under 20 weeks of age. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to support your puppy's growth into a perfect companion!
- Ask A Trainer: Find answers to your nagging questions about training, enrichment, and management! Focused on making your life with your dog easier, and/or supporting your next steps for training.
- Group Classes:
- Puppy Adventures: This socialization-focused class will help your puppy grow into a confident, well-rounded dog. Expect your puppy to learn that new people, dogs, and opportunities to explore are fun, not scary! We will also begin basic manners training, focusing on cues that will make living with your puppy easier, and discuss the prevention of common behavior problems.
- Wild Child: This class is for dogs who could be described as having a certain zest for life. Class will focus on teaching your jumping, pulling, mouthing, barking wild child some helpful manners and impulse control. We will also help you learn to channel your dog's energy into appropriate outlets.
- Dogs Thriving in the City @ Fountain Square Brewing: This class is for dogs who love coming to the brewery and going on other public outings, but sometimes have a hard time controlling their excitement. Do they want to say hi to everyone they see? Do they have a hard time settling down for you to enjoy your beer?
Prices:
- Initial Consultation: $100
- 4 Sessions: $390
- 6 Sessions: $580
- 8 Sessions: $770
- 10 Sessions: $960
- Single Session: $100
- Puppy Adventures: $200
- Wild Child: $200
- Dogs Thriving in the City @ Fountain Square Brewing: $200
- Separation Anxiety Consultation: $100
- Separation Anxiety "Mini" Package: $300/month
- Separation Anxiety Full Package: $600/1 month package
Certifications
Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT), Certified Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultant (CSAP-BC), Fear Free Certified Professional (FFCP- Trainer)
Specializations
Separation Anxiety, Behavior Modification, Basic Manners, Puppy Training, Day Training
Training Methods
Positive reinforcement, reward-based, force-free, humane, science-based
Customer Reviews
Tina's People: She is amazing with my big pittie breed dog who had quite the trauma when she was abandoned. ... Allie is highly organized, sends detailed homework, is smart and I feel like she really embodies what it is to be “fear free” as my anxious girls felt comfortable.
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We've got the answers for your questions
Seriously, if you have any questions about training your dog, we have the answers.
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All trainers listed here are certified professionals with extensive knowledge of positive reinforcement techniques.
Positive reinforcement centers on rewarding preferred behaviors, ensuring a pleasant learning journey for your dog. This humane approach is scientifically proven to be the most effective long-term training method, strengthening the bond between you and your pet. By consistently rewarding good behavior, your dog learns to associate actions with positive outcomes, leading to lasting improvements and a happier companion.
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Group sessions offer a communal setting where your dog learns general obedience alongside other dogs. In contrast, private sessions grant focused attention, making them perfect for targeted behavior modifications or individualized training agendas.
All our trainers are committed to positive reinforcement techniques and steer clear of any harsh or punitive methods. Their primary goal is to make training a joyous journey for you and your dog.
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