Kimberly Denee Geisert began her dog training career in 2016, after walking and sitting dogs for 15 years, by working for two pet stores, then at a local training facility. She was certified by the American Kennel Club as a CGC Evaluator/Instructor in 2019, and as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed, by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers in 2020. In early 2020 she founded Benevolent Sun Dogs, LLC, to take what she had learned and bring that knowledge to clients in their homes and environments, where they need it most!
Training Philosophy
Kimberly Denee Geisert is passionate about helping people connect with their canines on a deeper level, beyond the same old-same old “obedience” classes. She believes that the most important component in living harmoniously with a dog is building a strong relationship, which is an ongoing and lifelong process. She uses modern, evidence-based, fear-free reinforcement methods and is continually updating her techniques with the latest research and education in the field.
Services
Kimberly Denee Geisert offers a variety of services, including:
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Service Dog Training:
She helps clients train their dogs to assist with a medically confirmed psychological or physical condition. This includes tasks such as alerting to low/high blood sugar, mobility issues, guiding for balance support, alerting to noises, interrupting PTSD episodes, retrieving dropped items, going for help if the handler is unconscious, performing Deep Pressure Therapy, alerting for cardiac and epileptic events, and alerting parents/teachers to episodes with children on the spectrum.
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Behavioral Modification:
She offers several different behavioral modification protocols designed to educate clients about the most effective modern techniques. She works with clients to practice these techniques in a real-world setting and provides homework and coaching.
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Basic Manners and Puppy Training:
She offers training for basic manners, puppy foundational skills, and the AKC-Canine Good Citizen program.
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Rescue Dog Training:
She specializes in working with rescue dogs, helping them build confidence and adjust to their new homes.
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Multi-Dog Household Training:
She helps families with multiple dogs learn how to manage their dogs’ interactions and create a harmonious environment.
Packages and Pricing:
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Single Session (Ala Carte) Rates:
- $175: 90 minute in-home Consultation/ Evaluation
- $150: 1+ hour regular sessions
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Consult + 2 sessions:
$425 (Save $50)
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Consult + 4 sessions:
$700
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Consult + 7 sessions:
$1100
Certifications
Kimberly Denee Geisert is certified by the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers as a knowledge-assessed (KA) professional dog trainer. She is also a certified instructor/evaluator for the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen program, and is a diamond member of the Grisha Stewart Academy of Dog Training and Behavior. She is currently completing her requirements for certification by The International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (CDBC).
Specializations
Kimberly Denee Geisert specializes in aggression, fear/reactivity, rescue dogs, confidence building, Service/Therapy, and multi-dog households.
Training Methods
Kimberly Denee Geisert uses modern, evidence-based, fear-free reinforcement methods.
