HAPPY DOG OWNERS
The dogs we've
worked with.
Every dog has a story. Here are the people and pups we've helped find their footing — from puppy basics to service dog work.
FEATURED STORY
"I would not be the person I am today without the compassion and care Kirsty has shown through her training, and will recommend her to the end of time."
Hannah & Fig · Behavior Modification + Service Dog
Emmy Egbert
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Video testimonials
BASIC OBEDIENCE
Layla & Ollie
Gabrielle Peguero
BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION
Oso
Rubi
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
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BASIC OBEDIENCE
Hannah & Fig
SERVICE DOG
Emmy Egbert
Kirsty has been such a lifesaver for both of my dogs. When I first started my training journey with my first dog, Hannah, I got stuck with some bad advice. Finding Koda's Classroom was truly a breath of fresh air. Kirsty never once judged me for what I didn't know and instead showed so much love not only for my dogs but for me.
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Both of my dogs adore training with her, and even my reactive one looks forward to being around her. She knows it's a safe place. I always put Kirsty in my dogs' top three favorite things.
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Her incredible service and demo dog, Higgs, is one of the few dogs Hannah enjoys being around. From going on public access outings with both of my dogs, including my current service dog Figment, to pack walks and hikes — she's a dog I can trust around my dogs and help them learn to be confident and do big things!
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I would not be the person I am today without the compassion and care Kirsty has shown through her training, and I will recommend her for the rest of my time.
INTERMEDIATE OBEDIENCE
Elizabeth
Jen Price
I've been working with Kirsty and Koda's Classroom for two years, since my dog was a puppy, and I appreciate how much care and attention she puts in.
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My dog Elizabeth loves every session, especially when her BFF Higgs comes along and they get to train and play together.
Kirsty and Higgs have enabled Elizabeth to grow her confidence, learn new skills, and become such a well-behaved (energetic) girl. I trust Kirsty and know that she will always create a safe environment for Elizabeth. I feel 100% confident in the care Elizabeth receives any time Kirsty is around, and she's one of the few people I trust to board my girl when I have to go out of town.
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The daily videos of Elizabeth's morning play time and afternoon walks with Higgs are always a highlight!
SERVICE DOG
Ford
Erica Bourgeous
My service dog in training and I have been working with Kirsty since 2021. Wow! We have become such an amazing team because of the training and education Kirsty has offered us. We've been able to accomplish public access with so much confidence.
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I would absolutely recommend Koda's Classroom for anyone needing help with service dog training. She is an amazing teacher and an amazing person!
BASIC OBEDIENCE
Nora
Stacy Nish
Kirsty is so good with my dogs! I have loved watching her turn my mischievous "poky" little puppy into a sweet, cuddly, obedient young lady.
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Kirsty has a special talent for getting dogs to listen, understand, and respect her while respecting them in return. I completely trust Kirsty with my two pit bulls, and would trust her with any of my dogs in the future.
PUPPY CONFIDENCE
Kai
Brian Cruz
We absolutely loved Kirsty and Emily for our big fraidy pup. By the end of the first session, our pup was more confident, and we were off to a great start. With each session, our pup was gaining more and more confidence.
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Kirsty listened and helped with all of our concerns, and tailored each training session to meet our pup's needs. Every session was fun and exciting.
BASIC OBEDIENCE
Beesley & Scarlett
Miscia Starrs
We absolutely loved Kirsty and Emily for our big fraidy pup. By the end of the first session, our pup was more confident, and we were off to a great start. With each session, our pup was gaining more and more confidence.
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Kirsty listened and helped with all of our concerns, and tailored each training session to meet our pup's needs. Every session was fun and exciting.
BASIC OBEDIENCE
REACTIVITY
INTERMEDIATE OBEDIENCE
Blue
Lex Travis
Kirsty has been an amazing trainer. She's helped me understand my dog better than I ever could have on my own.
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She's kind and speaks dog! Not kidding — Blue listens better to Kirsty sometimes than she does for me, but they've always so much excitement in my pup's eyes when she's working with Kirsty.
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She advocates for dogs in all situations and is constantly learning new techniques to bring into her training programs. I would 100% recommend Kirsty as a trainer!
REACTIVITY
Bucky
Jen Miller
At just 5 months old, my pandemic puppy was having some major reactive episodes with strangers. Bucky would bark for 20 to 30 minutes when anyone came to the house, and I could hardly take him on walks because as soon as he saw a stranger, he would flip and we'd have to go home.
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Between 6 and 7 months, we started Koda's Classroom with Kirsty. She helped teach me the communication cues I had been missing, and how to communicate and encourage him in a positive way that builds our relationship daily. She never judged me for what I didn't know, and instead empowered me to take control and help Bucky feel secure and confident!
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Bucky now brings strangers his favorite ball, asks kids for pets, and has manners out in public! We love Koda's Classroom!
BASIC OBEDIENCE
Bean
Holly Arnold
I absolutely love Kirsty! She is so knowledgeable.
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After considering many trainers, she is the only one I will ever go to for my Bean. She knows what she is doing and helps build the trust between you and your dog to become the best duo you can be.
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Thank you so much for helping me practice and teach me to be the best dog owner, and my boy to be the best he can be.
REACTIVITY
Willow
Amy Bohrer
I absolutely love Kirsty! She is so knowledgeable.
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After considering many trainers, she is the only one I will ever go to for my Bean. She knows what she is doing and helps build the trust between you and your dog to become the best duo you can be.
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Thank you so much for helping me practice and teach me to be the best dog owner, and my boy to be the best he can be.