Kindred

Entry-level private training for puppies and dogs starting from scratch. One-on-one sessions focused on building the right foundation before problems have a chance to form. Single-session and bundled formats available.
The behaviors you ignore early become the problems you pay to fix later. Kindred is about getting ahead of it — establishing structure, communication, and clear expectations from the start so the dog never has to unlearn what you let go too long.
New puppy owners who want to start right. Dogs with no formal training who need foundational work before advancing to a more advanced program. Owners who want direct coaching without a full multi-week commitment.
Dogs with established behavioral issues requiring intensive intervention. Kindred is a starting point, not a correction program. If the problems are already in place, Kamp or Kontrol is the right entry.
A dog with a clear behavioral foundation and an owner who knows how to maintain it — with session notes, home guidance, and a clear path forward if continued training is needed.

Starting at $249

Eight weeks is the earliest. Foundational work — socialization, basic obedience, impulse control — can begin as soon as a puppy is cleared by a vet. The earlier the structure goes in, the less remediation is needed later.
Yes. Kindred is for dogs starting from scratch regardless of age. The approach adjusts based on the dog's history and temperament. If the Clarity Check reveals existing behavioral issues that go beyond foundational work, a more structured program may be recommended instead.
That depends on what you're starting with and what you want to achieve. The Clarity Check intake clarifies that. Some owners do a handful of sessions to establish a foundation and maintain it independently. Others use Kindred as a bridge into a full program.

Core obedience — sit, down, stay, come, leash manners, and impulse control basics. The emphasis is on building a dog that understands structure and an owner who understands how to communicate clearly. It's a foundation, not a finished product.
Yes, and it's a natural progression for some dogs. Kindred establishes the baseline. If the goal requires more than foundational work — or if behavioral issues emerge during the process — transitioning into a full program is straightforward.
Flag it during intake. Fear periods are normal and require a specific approach — pushing too hard at the wrong time can make things worse. Early reactivity signals are worth addressing immediately rather than waiting to see if the dog grows out of it. Kindred can be structured around what the dog needs in that window.