Brooklyn, NY
Elizabeth H. "Kizz" Robinson has been helping families and their dogs slow down and figure each other out since 2014. She grew up with cats and always thought her life and schedule were too busy for a dog. In the mid-90s she adopted a German Shepherd mix, Emily, by accident. She had no idea at the time what kind of support and training could have helped her. Emily died in 2009. Almost a year after Emily's passing she adopted Eddie, a chihuahua mix. It soon became clear that Eddie wasn't going to thrive with a person who wasn't interested in understanding dog behavior. For over a decade she has been learning to help Eddie feel safe in his world and have fun. One of Eddie's trainers, Rikke Brogaard, said to her one day, "You're good at this. You should become a trainer." Soon after that she was sitting in a class taught by Rikke, Jenny Chun-Ossowski, and Viviane Arzoumanian, starting the journey toward 2B Dog Training and becoming a certified dog trainer.
Training Philosophy
Elizabeth H. "Kizz" Robinson focuses on discovering the causes of behavior and working to change our dogs' associations with the things that trigger their reactions. She is committed to using evidence-based, force-free techniques.
Services
Elizabeth H. "Kizz" Robinson offers a variety of services, including:
- Puppy Pandemonium!
- Adult Dog Essentials
- Baffling Behaviors
- Group Classes
- FREE! Ask the Trainer
Puppy Pandemonium!
This package is for families welcoming home a new puppy. In these sessions we will cover the essentials for raising a puppy like:
- House training
- Crate training
- Basic manners
- Socialization
- Enrichment
Adult Dog Essentials
These packages are for families working on basic manners training and setting up your home and schedule so that human and canine family members are succeeding. If your dog has any reactivity, aggressive behaviors, or fear-based behaviors please check out the Baffling Behaviors offerings.
Baffling Behaviors
Is your dog barking at every little sound from the hallway? Lunging at other dogs? Refusing to leave your apartment? Growling when you walk by their food bowl? These behaviors and others like them can be confusing and sometimes frightening. Elizabeth H. "Kizz" Robinson can help you get into sync with your dog. She has education and experience targeted toward the modification of challenging and complex behaviors.
Group Classes
Elizabeth H. "Kizz" Robinson teaches classes with PumpkinPups Dog Training. Not all classes listed are taught by her.
FREE! Ask the Trainer
Every Saturday at 11am EST for our Ask the Trainer Zoom Session. It's FREE!
Certifications
Elizabeth H. "Kizz" Robinson is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA). She is also a Family Dog Mediator.
Specializations
Elizabeth H. "Kizz" Robinson specializes in:
- Puppy training
- Adult dog training
- Behavior modification for fear, anxiety, and overstimulation
- Introducing children to dogs (and dogs to children!)
Training Methods
Elizabeth H. "Kizz" Robinson uses evidence-based, force-free training methods. She emphasizes dog body language in her training sessions. She uses treats to reinforce desired behaviors and provides detailed homework emails after sessions and email support between sessions.
Customer Reviews
Catherine: Fafner is a high spirited 16-month-old standard poodle. Kizz Robinson - 2B Dog Training - has been working with Fafner since the day he came home. She was at our house with a clicker and pocket full of treats, helping us make his crate a wonderful haven. His crate is still his favorite spot - this alone is worth gold.
As experienced dog owners, we realized training an urban puppy posed real challenges, and this time around we wanted HELP. Kizz Robinson cheerfully helps us recognize both good and undesirable dog behaviors and teaches us ways to effectively communicate with this smart, stubborn hairball.
Fafner likes to romp, jump like a randy goat, and enjoys long walks on the beach. He especially loves a mud bath with that special someone - and as an added bonus, 2b Dog Training even accompanied us to the 'Wash Your Own Dog' feature at our local groomer the first time he transformed into a hippo.
While Fafner is certainly still a work in progress, he's survived his terrible teens and is showing us moments of the affectionate, charming, mostly obedient guy he's becoming. Kizz Robinson at 2B Dog Training can take a lot of credit for this. She has been a HUGE help in providing and interpreting the operating manual for this nut.
I would recommend her to anyone wanting answers to the weird questions our dogs pose.
Mollie: I connected with Kizz when my year-old terrier rescue, Maggie, starting having problems with anxiety and fear-based aggression, and she's been an absolutely invaluable part of Maggie's training and evolution. Kizz is a terrific listener and is incredibly compassionate with both me and Maggie.
She helped me work through Maggie's issues, and was both creative and flexible in coming up with solutions.
Kizz is smart, resourceful, and also organized -- her training emails are incredibly thorough (and she will definitely make sure you do your homework!).
She trained me as much as she trained Maggie, and both of us are better off for it.
Jennifer and Peter: Prairie was like a fan of anxiety that unfolded in the first months we had her. Now I feel like we are doing EVERYTHING we can and her progress is better with all the pieces in place.
Kizz coaches you on how to be a good trainer for your own individual dog, she pivots her focus as things arise, and, she has the focus, experience and skill to stick long term with high needs dogs.
Lalta and Marilyn: We loved working with Kizz, who helped us turn our lil pup into a lovebug!
We get many compliments whenever we take her out as she is great with leash walking and very gentle.
Sasha: Kizz was so lovely, friendly, and made the techniques very accessible. She didn't make us feel judged if we messed up!
We had a sweet dog beforehand who had some challenging behaviors who became a dog we knew how to handle well and who behaved like a dream afterwards.
Hands down, hire Kizz!
Jennie: If your goal is to build a strong relationship with your dog and make changes that will last - this is for you.
Before we met Kizz it was very difficult to live with Fleet. It was a full time job trying to take care of him. Now we have a dog who is easier to live with and likes to have fun hiking and camping
LIzzy: We brought home a reactive rescue dog that didn't trust us and was a source of fear. After working with Kizz our dog has completely changed. She is a happy pup with so much love to give and rarely shows signs of fear and aggression towards us like she did before. We are very happy and grateful to have our dog today!
I recommend Kizz to people all the time! Especially if I see their pup is struggling. I say, 'The best thing we did for our dog was work with a behavior consultant to help her feel more confident and less reactive. It's so worth it to build trust with your dog and understand their behavior so they can feel safer and live a happier life! Our dog has come so far and I would definitely recommend working with someone if you are able to!'
Anonymous: I feel like our dog appreciates us more and is willing to listen more. Our quality of life together is so much better now!
I have tried to follow general advice on the internet and to do my own research. Having a set plan and how to deal with certain scenarios is more helpful, and I feel more confident knowing that a trainer is helping/guiding us along the way.
Life with our dog was stressful before, and it felt like things were hopeless and stuck the way they were. Now I feel so much more confident in figuring out what our dog needs/wants, and how to train him to provide the most happiness and comfort for him.
I trust Kizz a lot! While she is very knowledgeable about the methodical ways to train dogs in general, she also listens to the specific problems and situations of the dog and formats a plan based on that.
The detailed recap of the training sessions is a great resource to check whenever I need a reminder!
Media Appearances
"PUSHING ALL MY BUTTONS: DOGS USING COMMUNICATION BUTTONS"
-Written by Elizabeth H. "Kizz" Robinson, CDBC, CPDT-KA for IAABC Journal, Sept. 2021
"USING DOG TRAINING TOOLS FOR MYSELF DURING A PANDEMIC"
-Written by Elizabeth H. "Kizz" Robinson, CDBC, CPDT-KA for IAABC Journal, May 2020
We've got the answers for your questions
Seriously, if you have any questions about training your dog, we have the answers.
We have created a directory of licensed dog trainers specializing in positive reinforcement methods. These trainers are not affiliated with Dogo, and all information is gathered from publicly available sources. Each profile provides a brief overview of the trainer's experience and expertise.
Start by evaluating your dog's needs and identifying your training objectives. Each trainer's profile provides insights into their areas of expertise. Match these with your dog's character and your goals to find the ideal fit.
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.
Yes, they are. Our trainers are adept in basic obedience or intricate behavioral challenges. Browse their profiles to identify a trainer who specializes in the particular issues you wish to address.
Simply click on the preferred trainer's profile to access their contact details. From there, you can get in touch to discuss your requirements and set up training appointments.
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.
Results depend on factors like your dog's nature, the specific behaviors in question, and your training consistency. While many clients observe improvements in just a few sessions, it's crucial to be patient and persistent.
Reach out to the trainer you're interested in to discuss possibly attending a session. It's a great way to get a feel for their approach and see if it aligns with your expectations.
