In-Home dog training since 1982. Puppy, Basic and Advanced obedience programs: Behavioral counseling for dogs (& cats also); Individual Instruction or Professional Training; Board/Train small dogs. Kat holds a BS degree in Sociology/Psychology from University of Houston, Veterinary Technician course completion through Houston Community College and prior management experience in Children's Services for the State of Texas.

 

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Job Title: Owner

 

Training Equipment: 6 ft. leashes, flat collars, martingale collars, properly fitted & instructed head collars or slip training collars, long lines or Flexi leads for distance obedience, tethers, healthy treats...

 

Training Philosophy: Positive training of dogs and education of their humans, with the goal of a mutually loving, mutually respectful, lifelong relationship, with the needs of both being satisfied.

 

Locations Served: Houston (Southwest, Central, West), Bellaire, Meyerland, Westbury, Galleria, River Oaks, Inner Loop, Memorial, West University, Southside Place, Sugar Land, Sienna Plantation, Missouri City. Please call KAT at 713-729-5481 to determine if you're in the K.A.T. service area.

 

Kat's Animal Training provides personalized training & behavior counseling services in the o also offers specialized training to meet your special needs. Choose from 3 modes of training: Individual Instruction- a series of weekly, bi-weekly, bi-monthly sessions with demonstration & feedback & practice between sessions. ( You learn how to train & establish leadership & communication with your dog) in the comfort, safety and convenience of YOUR HOME. Obedience training offered: Puppy, Basic , Advanced, AKC Novice obedience. Special training skills needed; Professional Training- Kat trains your dog(s)in sessions 2-3 times a week while you're busy, at work, out of town, then transfers the commands to 1-2 family members, with a follow-up session in 7-14 days. (Advantageous for those who are very busy, impatient, or physically unable to do the training); or Small Group- Perfect for families with multiple dogs or close neighbors or friends. Behavior Modification services include resolution or prevention of behavior issues including: Housebreaking training/retraining; Mouthing & Nipping; Aggression towards people or animals; Excessive/inappropriate barking; Jumping on people/furniture; Destructive chewing; Resource Guarding; Digging in carpets/flowerbeds; Jumping fences/digging under fences; Failure to come when free, distracted, or at a distance; Fearfulness/shyness; Fear of thunderstorms; Separation anxiety; Introduction to a new human or animal family member; etc. Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 10am-9pm. Available weekends for phone inquiries. Please call Kat at 713-729-5481 or email (include phone number) for fast response to your questions & training needs.