Kimberly A. Rinzel has over 30 years of experience working with animals. She was the Director of Training at the Milwaukee Dog Club and the Training Manager for the Behavior Department at the Wisconsin Humane Society. She also worked for several years with the Wauwatosa Veterinary Clinic as the Animal Behavior Specialist.
Training Philosophy
Kimberly believes in working in partnership with pet guardians to help establish positive behaviors in dogs and cats and to help overcome negative ones. She emphasizes effective communication with pets, setting them up for success, and taking advantage of their natural instincts and personality traits.
Services
Kimberly offers private training sessions that are customized, convenient, efficient and effective. Each session covers assessment, practice, practical training strategies, and total remedy depending on the problem. Some of the common problems addressed include:
- House Soiling / Litter Box Issues / Submissive Urination
- Chewing
- Excessive Vocalizing (barking /meowing)
- Socialization Skills / Introducing New Animals to the Home
- Aggression Toward People or Other Animals
- Jumping up
- Separation anxiety
- Adolescent Behaviors (dog/cat)
- Fearful/Reactive Behaviors (dog/cat)
- Basic Manners for Dogs
Pricing:
$100 for the initial consult at your location and plan prep (roughly 1+ hour)
$85 for a single 1-hour session (after initial consult)
$250 for a 3-pack of sessions (after initial consult)
Certifications
Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Specializations
Animal Behavior Specialist
