Omaha, NE
Kristi Jones, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA
Kristi Jones has been working with rescue groups and shelters in Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri for over 15 years. She specializes in taking in hospice dogs, older dogs, and those that are difficult to rehome, as well as special needs cats. She has volunteered with a shelter, rescuing stray, feral, and former fighting dogs off the street; working with these dogs to prepare them for life as loving family members, therapy dogs, and service dogs. She has fostered dogs and cats of all ages, sizes, and breeds.
Kristi began training her own dog, who at the age of four months was labeled naughty, stubborn, dangerous, dominant, etc. She knew there was a good dog inside there, she just didn't know how to reach it and bring it out.
Training Philosophy
Kristi Jones believes in fear-free and pain-free training, using only up-to-date and scientifically proven methods for changing behaviors without the use of aversives such as: choke chains, pinch collars, or any type of e-collar, such as vibration collars or shock collars. She values keeping up to date with the latest proven techniques and methods as she continues to enhance her education by attending seminars on training and behavior modification, pursuing additional certifications, and participating on panels relating to both dog and cat behavior.
Services
Kristi Jones offers a variety of services, including:
- Online Classes: A variety of online classes covering a wide variety of training & behaviors, from general manners to specialized classes.
- Personalized Training Plans: Custom designed training plans for you and your pet.
- Behavior Modification Plans: Help for stressed pets and stressed families.
- Day Training: Kristi works with your dog while you go about your life, focusing on specific aspects of their behavior that are important to you. The lessons are videotaped, and uploaded to a private YouTube channel so only you can access them. Sessions throughout the package include you to ensure the learning is transferring and all your questions or concerns are being addressed. You receive an additional 2 weeks of follow up email/text support after the package has concluded. Available in 8 or 12 visit packages.
- Private Coaching with Dogs: Kristi works with you and your pet on the specific struggles you are facing with a training plan customized for you and your dog. Lessons are meaningful, fast, fun, and easy to implement! Sessions can be in person or via Zoom. You receive an additional 2 weeks of follow up email/text support after the package has concluded.
- New Home Setup: A one-time 90-minute session covering basics such as litter box and scratching post arrangement, play time, feeding, treats, training, grooming basics, and more. Email recap of information is provided.
- Puppy Social Sessions: Held at American Animal Hospital. 30-minute sessions discussing basic grooming and health care procedures, litter box issues, appropriate play, and more.
- Initial Behavior Consultation: A complete history of your pet and the issues you are encountering, a preliminary training plan and management interventions developed and implemented. Performed via Zoom or in person. Email recap for in-person session or link to private Zoom session is provided. Report sent to your veterinarian upon request. Follow up sessions are available. 45-minute sessions with email recap provided. 2 weeks additional email/text support included.
Certifications
Kristi Jones is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), Certified Behavior Consultant-Canine (CBCC-KA), Certified Enrichment Technician (CET), Family Dog Mediator (FDM), and a Certified Fear-Free Professional. She has achieved the Silver level of Low Stress Handling certification in the Sophia Yin program. She is a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), and the Pet Professional Guild (PPG). Moreover, she is an AKC evaluator for Canine Good Citizen, Fit Dog, and Trick Dog Titles.
Specializations
Kristi Jones specializes in fear-free and pain-free training for dogs and cats of all ages, breeds, and sizes. She has experience working with rescue dogs, hospice dogs, older dogs, and those that are difficult to rehome, as well as special needs cats. She also specializes in puppy training, kitten training, behavior modification, and basic manners.
Training Methods
Kristi Jones uses positive reinforcement training methods, which focus on rewarding desired behaviors. She does not use aversive methods such as choke chains, pinch collars, or e-collars. She believes in building a strong relationship between the owner and their pet through positive reinforcement and clear communication.
Customer Reviews
Jeannie R.: “Mind Your Manners is a terrific resource. Kristi is amazing. She is patient, warm, nurturing, and treats your pet like they're family. My sweet little rescue has made a ton of progress within and since the time Kristi started coming to our home. You can tell he really likes her too. I think pets can sense when a person really cares, and Kristi really does. I can tell she really loves her job. I highly recommend her to anyone and everyone.”
Bev E.: “I've taken several classes with Kristi. I have a mini Bernadoodle named Rusty. He did very well in the puppy class and a couple of other classes too. My Yorkipoo, Roxie, loved the class on outdoor manners and fun games. Kristi is very patient and knowledgeable about any type of behavior my dogs have…….every question answered with new insight and fun games to engage my dogs to enjoy training and treats.”
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