DogSpeak Dog Training, Behavior & Pet Sitting

I’m so glad we did training with Kathy at Dogspeak training! Kathy came up with a clear plan for helping our crazy barker who is triggered by people at the door and kids anywhere along our paths. Having her help us with a variety of exercises in our home and out on walks was super helpful. Each week she had a training plan with specific exercises and tips for us to work on. Our goal was to be able to take Phoebe on her first plane trip and to be ok - not barking like crazy in the airports and then out in public. The training did help us have a wonderful trip but also helped improve Phoebes confidence out in the world. Now at home we continue to practice with the door and kids along our walks, but with the tactics Kathy taught us, Phoebe is getting so much better and not barking like crazy and being a calm pup out in public! I also love how Kathy is calm and supportive and also creative in suggesting new things. Can’t recommend highly enough!!

Kathy has done such an amazing job with our GSD puppy Millie! We’ve been struggling with leash reactivity and Kathy made a huge difference. We’ve are excited for her to continue working with Millie!

Cooper is a happier dog because of Kathy! She has really made a big difference and he is not the same anxious dog he once was. Thank you Kathy! Cooper loves you!

Where do I begin on how wonderful Kathy and her company are? There are not enough amazing adjectives to describe how wonderful she is personally and how amazing (and professional) DogSpeak Dog Training is.She is very knowledgeable about behaviors and how to encourage or fix them. She knows what to look for to help your pup and what to avoid. She is beyond thorough and meticulous in communication, setting up appointments, and following through on what you’ve learned. Not only is her way of training effective and amazing, her dog walking service is over the top. Every visit I get a detailed report WITH multiple pictures (not just one pic here and there). Every visit is well thought out, very personalized, and confirmed the day before. Another great thing about Kathy, she is very reliable and trustworthy. I never have to worry about her showing up or being in our home. Kathy is so incredibly patient (because we are learning too). I don’t care how many times I reached out to ask a question, or I had to repeat something NOTHING seemed to bother or annoy her.Paying her is easy too..it’s done right on the app. Perfect combination of professional and personal! You can tell she has poured her heart and soul into her business, and every training/walking that she does.From the moment we met I knew we made the right choice (I was debating between 2 companies)! I am soooo glad we went with Kathy and DogSpeak. Nobody deserves more success than Kathy. 5 ⭐️ aren’t enough!

Kathy was so wonderful with teaching me how to train my dog. She is kind and patient. I definitely would recommend her for your fur baby needs!

Kathy was wonderful with our middle aged German Shepherd/ Belgian Malionis mix. She knew so much about dog behavior; it was very educational. We cannot thank Kathy enough for helping us have a better understanding of our dog’s behaviors and how to help our dog cope with certain situations.

HIGHLY recommend Kathy and DogSpeak training. Kathy helped our 8 month old pup who wouldn’t even come near you, let alone sit happy in Petco as shown in this photo. She also helped our 4 year old lab who has a lot of anxiety as well. Kathy is patient and explains everything in a way to help you as a dog owner understand your dog and meet their needs better. I would rate 6 stars, but there’s only 5!!!

Kathy was an answer to prayer. We have 3 little kids and getting a puppy was a little more than i thought it would be. She helped me with the tools i needed and a training plan to help us succeed. Definitely recommend!

We can’t recommend DogSpeak Training with Kathy Longwell enough! As first-time puppy parents, we had no idea where to begin—especially with a tiny tornado of shark teeth who seemed to think our hands were chew toys. Kathy’s modern, science-based training methods completely transformed our experience.She focuses on positive reinforcement and building a strong, trusting relationship with your dog, which made all the difference for us. Thanks to her guidance, our puppy now has manners, walks beautifully on a leash, and listens to us because she wants to—not out of fear. We feel so much more confident in understanding and communicating with our pup, and she’s thriving because of it.If you want a trainer who is patient, knowledgeable, and truly passionate about helping dogs and their people, look no further than DogSpeak Training. Kathy is the best!

Kathy is exceptional! She’s the most professional, kind and compassionate animal caregiver I’ve ever known and worked with. She takes the time to not only take pups on adventures, but the time she spends with your pups provides so much enrichment. She taught my little handsome man, Cash many new tricks! My favorite part of her service is the custom curated videos and daily photos. Thank you Kathy for taking such great care of my boy ❤️

Kathy has taken care of my boy, Howard for over 10 years. I cannot imagine having done it without her. Kathy is beyond reliable making herself available for last-minute pet visits on short notice and I have never trusted anyone in my home and with my dog as much as I do her. Kathy’s new clients in Florida are going to love and appreciate her as much as I do. She will be sorely missed.