My Mission and Methods
I am there for you and your dog. It is my goal as a dog trainer to help show you how to train your dog, navigate and solve behavior problems, and help you understand your dog better so that you can succeed in your goals and live the best life you can with your dog.
We achieve this by using a training method called positive reinforcement (also known as force-free or reward-based), which stems from the science-based learning processes of classical conditioning and operant conditioning. These methods are proven to work with any type of dog to teach them valuable skills that last a lifetime and build a strong bond with you at the same time.
Meet Kaylei VSA-CDT-Online, FFCP Trainer
I started my journey by getting a B.S. in Zoology at the University of Maine with the idea of becoming a wildlife biologist. Unfortunately I found out it wasn’t for me, but I still wanted to work with animals. So, I became a vet assistant and did this for 4 years before deciding to change careers to become a dog trainer. I love being a vet assistant, but after adopting and training my dog, Kangaroo, I found a new passion and way I'd like to help people and their dogs. So many dogs struggle in trying to learn how our world works and what's expected of them, and it can be hard for people to learn how dogs work as well. That's where I come in and why I'm here.
My biggest passion is being able to help pets and their owners have less stressful vet and grooming visits, and for at-home care to be easier.
I am a graduate of the Victoria Stilwell Academy's Online Dog Trainer Course, and have completed the Fear Free Trainer course.
I do private in-person dog training lessons in Asheville, NC and surrounding areas.
Meet Kangaroo (AKA Roo)!
Kangaroo is the inspiration for There For You Dog Training LLC and a precious member of the family. She is an American Staffordshire Terrier mix that we adopted when she turned 2 years old in February of 2022. She’s from Arkansas and besides knowing she was once hit by a car and had hip surgery, her history is unknown to us.
Her hobbies include hiking, destroying toys, cuddling, sun bathing, looking for wildlife, and training.
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What areas do you service?I mostly serve Buncombe county, but may come to your town as well depending how far it is from me. Feel free to contact me to find out if I am able to come to your home!
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How do I get started?I'm excited you want to work together! You can either email directly at thereforyoudogtraining@gmail.com, or fill out the form found on my "Contact" page.
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Where do the training sessions take place?Training takes place in your home, or sometimes we will meet at local locations for more advanced training. The only exception to this will be if we are working on Vet/Groomer Anxiety, "Happy Visit" sessions will take place at your veterinarian's clinic or grooming salon.
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What training methods do you use?There For You Dog Training uses positive reinforcement methods. You may also hear it referred to as force-free or reward-based training, they are all the same thing! This means we do not use aversives to train your dog their skills or to change behavioral problems as we do not believe in using fear, intimidation, pain, or discomfort to help your dog be the best they can be.
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Are you insured?Yes, we are!