Cahoots Dog Training

“Explore Life Together”

Everything gets better when our dogs can join. Whether it’s sitting on a brewery patio, strolling through the city, going for a paddle, or taking off in the backcountry - we’ll get your pup ready to tagalong too!

Kate is a Training Without Conflict™ Certified Professional Trainer based in the Greater Grand Rapids, MI area.

The TWC methodology respects the dog as a sentient being and values their mindset above all else - cultivating happy, engaged dogs. It does this by practicing clear communication during training and rewarding the dog with play. TWC trainers believe that honoring and fulfilling the unique genetic needs of your dog is crucial to the success of any training program.

Using a balanced training approach, Kate understands the value of tools in their specific appropriate situations; such as prong collars for on-leash directional communication and e-collars for off-leash connection. These tools are fairly introduced and contextually used.

Kate takes her dog, Frankie, wherever she is legally allowed and has a passion to see more people do the same. As an avid outdoors-woman, she and Frankie have backpacked 500+ miles together, spent at least a month in the canoe, have driven across the country, and more. They’ve seen bear, moose, and even a wolf in the wild. From the everyday to the extraordinary, their experiences with one another are what inspire the heart and mission of Cahoots Dog Training:

To help you and your dog “Explore life together.”

About

Custom training programs that prioritize your needs.

Training Programs

Get two backpacks ready… Both you and your dog will be learning together during your individual sessions!
Tailored for your needs and designed to move at your pace, we create a training plan and overall itinerary, while you get to choose when you are ready for the next visit.
Practice makes perfect! In between visits, you and your dog tackle the recommended “homework,” as we provide the guidance and direction to support you through it.
You’re not in it alone. We welcome all communication from clients! Send us videos, calls, texts, emails! Our goal is to see you succeed!
Location: Sessions are typically held at your home or a nearby park. This is great for addressing behavioral issues specific to your lifestyle.
Duration: Scheduled in 1 hour increments.
Price: $100- /session. Minimum initial purchase of 3 sessions required. Once met, sessions may be purchased individually.*
*10% off for all military, fire, and police. Thank you for your service.
**Travel outside of a 30 mile radius may be subject to additional fees.
Prerequisites
All dogs must be free of contagious diseases and parasites, and up-to-date on the following:
-Rabies Vaccine
-Bordetella Vaccine
-Distemper Vaccine
-Flea and Tick Medications
This day training program is great if you live locally. Your dog will spend their days with us learning general obedience commands (sit, down, place/stay, out, come, loose-leash walking), but enjoy the comfort of their own home in the evenings.
May be scheduled as individual days -OR- as a ‘Monday through Friday’ (if doing a package), with morning drop off and evening pick up.
You will have access to video tutorials so you can practice at home to keep the progress going!
1 hour Owner “Catch Up” Lesson offered after every 5 days of training.
Package Options:
- 5 Days: $750-
- 10 Days: $1,250-
- 20 Days: $2,300-
*10% off for all military, fire, and police. Thank you for your service.
Prerequisites
Only available for dogs that are cat and dog friendly, no exceptions (client in-home sessions are open to all dogs).
All dogs must be crate-acclimated (enters willingly and isn’t destructive). Let us know if you need help with crate training, we’d be happy to schedule an in-home session!
All dogs must be free of contagious diseases and parasites, and up-to-date on the following:
-Rabies Vaccine
-Bordetella Vaccine
-Distemper Vaccine
-Flea and Tick Medications
This program is the one we are most excited to offer!
Focusing on adventure-specific training and prep, this option gives you the confidence to fully embrace your favorite outdoor recreation by including your best friend.
Have you always dreamed of paddle boarding with your pup? Do you want off-leash reliability for hiking or mountain biking? Does your dog need better boat manners so you both stay dry?
Just like your interests are unique to you, this training program is entirely customized to your specific activity needs and goals.
But to reach the peak of a mountain, you have to start at the bottom. All dogs MUST exhibit a reliable general obedience foundation (sit, down, place/stay, out, leave it, come, heel).
Duration: Scheduled as individual sessions OR can be designed into a program based on your needs.
Price: Consistent with our pricing structure. However, due to the custom nature of this program, please contact us for a quote.
*10% off for all military, fire, and police. Thank you for your service.
**Travel outside of a 30 mile radius may be subject to additional fees.
Prerequisites
General obedience foundation (sit, down, place/stay, out, leave it, come, heel).
All dogs must be free of contagious diseases and parasites, and up-to-date on the following:
-Rabies Vaccine
-Bordetella Vaccine
-Distemper Vaccine
-Flea and Tick Medications
*If staying with us* Crate-acclimated (enters willingly and isn’t destructive). Let us know if you need help with crate training, we’d be happy to schedule an in-home session!
We are not offering a Stay and Train program at this time. We highly recommend Grace at Red Sky Dog Training for this service option.