Welcome!
My name is Kayla, I am so glad that you’re here! I proudly represent, Karen Pryor Academy as a Certified Training Partner. If you’re reading this, it’s probably because you’re looking for some help with your dog and hiring a qualified professional is important to you. Holding the KPA-CTP credential means I have been trained & qualified through one of the most rigorous internationally recognized schools for dog trainers. The KPA methodology is rooted in scientifically proven positive reinforcement based training and focuses on strengthening the connection between people & their dogs. Whether you’re looking for help with dog training or dog walking, I can assure you that you’re in the right place. Working with me will give you peace-of-mind, knowing that you & your pup are in the best hands!
My Mission
My top priority is to help keep dogs in their homes & out of shelters by improving communication & strengthening the relationship between people and their dogs. Thousands of dogs each year loose their homes due to undesirable behaviors that their guardians struggle to manage. Let’s be honest, most people don’t get a dog to become a dog trainer. They get a dog to enjoy life with! The reality is that many people end up with a dog that has developed some behaviors they never expected. You are not alone, I’ve been through it myself! A dogs behavior is an expression of how they are feeling it does not define who they are. My goal is to help you have a better understanding of the feelings behind your dogs behavior & to teach both of you the skills needed to enjoyably experience life together.
My Life:
I’ve been in the Pet Care industry for over a decade. As a kid, I knew I wanted to work with dogs. I’ve been a veterinary assistant, a doggy daycare & boarding facility manager, a dog walker(on & off leash), and eventually became a certified professional dog trainer. In 2017 my partner Michael & I decided to start our own dog walking & boarding business, and so Kayla’s Pet Services was born. In our free time we enjoy various forms of art, exploring with our personal dogs, eating great food, & traveling. Another passion of mine is shelter volunteer work which is why keeping dogs in their homes is important to me! I have volunteered at multiple local rescues over the years including East Bay SPCA, Paw Fund, & Rocket Dog Rescue.