How Can I Help You & Your Pup?


​Private Training
One-on-one training gives us the opportunity to focus on your dog, your goals and the challenges you're experiencing.
From basic manners to more complicated behavior concerns, we'll create a training plan that works for you and your pup.

​In-Home Training
Sometimes the best place to work on a behavior is right where it's happening.
I'll come to your home and help you work through everyday challenges in your dog's own environment. It's convenient, personal and especially helpful for dogs who aren't comfortable in busy public settings.
​Puppy Training
Puppies are adorable.
They're also exhausting. 😂
Let's work on the skills your puppy needs to become a great family companion—including manners, leash walking, socialization, settling, recall and more.
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​Reactive, Fearful & Aggressive Dogs
Does your dog bark, lunge, hide, panic or become overwhelmed around certain people, dogs or situations?
I've been there.
We'll work at your dog's pace using positive, force-free methods designed to build confidence, improve communication and help you better understand what your dog is telling you.

Hi, I'm Kim
I became the dog trainer I couldn't find when I needed one.

My journey into dog training started with my own reactive rescue dog, Joy.

Joy had two modes: "I'm fine" and "I'm going to take your leg off."

Walks were overwhelming. She reacted to neighbors, people and dogs, and there were times I wondered what I'd gotten myself into.

I started reading everything I could find about dog behavior and looked for a trainer who could help us. But the training methods available to me relied on tools and techniques I wasn't comfortable using.

So I decided to learn how to help Joy myself.

That journey eventually led me to become a certified dog trainer and open People & Pups.

Today, I get to be the trainer I was looking for back then—helping people understand their dogs and showing them that there's always a better way.

Training Without Fear

At People & Pups, we use positive reinforcement and force-free training methods.
That means teaching your dog what you'd like them to do and rewarding good choices rather than relying on pain, fear or intimidation.

No shock collars.
No prong collars.
No fear-based training.

Training isn't just about getting a dog to obey.
It's about communication, trust and helping you and your dog learn how to live successfully together.
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There's always a better way.

Real People. Real Pups. Real Progress
"We hired a dog trainer, but we received a miracle worker.  At our consultation, we were a stressed and exhausted couple at the end of our rope feeling completely hopeless with our nervous and unmanageable giant puppy.  Now a few short months later, we have a happy, healthy, confident, NON-REACTIVE dog.  I almost still can't believe it.  Our trainer didn't just help us with training - she brought peace to our chaotic household and gave hope to the hearts that had lost it.  She gave us the tools we needed to succeed with our pup, and in turn, gave our girl a second chance at life."
​-Sandra S.


​People & Pups was such a great experience.  Kim is so patient and encouraging and made me feel better about everything that was making me anxious, no matter how many times I asked the same questions.  She understands how dogs think & behave and really focusses on creating a good life experience for both the pup and its person.
​-Michelle H.


This is just such a wonderful experience for our dog and for our family. It is not only about training us and training her; it is also adding purpose and fun to our everyday interactions with puppy field trips, puppy family games, and puppy training homework.
- Kelli B.

Dog Training That Fits Real Life

You shouldn't have to choose between getting help for your dog and paying an enormous training bill.
I started People & Pups because I wanted families to have access to effective, positive dog training at a reasonable price.
Whether we're working together in your home, privately, or in a group class, my goal isn't simply to train your dog for you.
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My goal is to teach you how to communicate with your dog so you can continue succeeding together.

Project Trade

Earn a discount by getting rid of harmful tools
​Through Project Trade, clients can exchange prong collars, shock collars and other aversive equipment for dog-training discounts.

Ready for a Better Life With Your Pup?

You don't need a perfect dog.
You need the tools to understand the dog you have.
Let's talk about what's happening, what you'd like to change, and how People & Pups can help.

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