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Certified dog trainer
Kristal Couch
Kristal Couch

Vinita, OK

Kristal Couch

Kristal got her start in dogs from her mother-in-law Judy. She started out raising and showing dachshunds, quickly becoming in love with the sport of showing dogs.
In 2007 she added whippets and began competing in performance events including; CGC, obedience, rally, therapy work, lure coursing and racing.
Afer almost 10 years she decided to open her own business in Vinita to offer daycare, boarding and training.
Prior to getting her start in dogs she showed horses for 15 years. She has also been a vet tech.

Certifications

CPDT-KA Training Certificate

Services

  • Basic obedience classes, puppy kindergarten classes and private classes
  • Basic Obedience - group classes, one hour a day one day a week for 8 weeks
    This class will cover basic dog manners: sit, down, stay, leave it, recall, sit for exam, and walk on loose leash.
  • Puppy Kindergarten - group classes, 45 min a day one day a week for 6 weeks
    This class will cover social skills all puppies need, sit, sit for exam, down and walking on a leash.

Customer Reviews

Latisha Henderson
While on vacation I left my babies with Kristal Couch at County Pets Bed & Breakfast!!! It was an absolute wonderful experience. My babies were very well cared for and she even gave one of my girls needed meds twice a day. She sent me pics and videos to help me with my separation anxiety!!! When I came to get my girls they were bathed and groomed. So if you are looking for a place that is like a home away from home for you pets this is definitely the place!!! Thanks Kristal for all that you did for me and my furbabies!!!

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