No Leash Needed Kirkwood

12/02/2025

Happy 1st BIRTHDAY to Little Bear! He is such a happy and sweet addition to NLN Kirkwood. We absolutely love having him here! Have an amazing day, buddy!! ❤️

12/02/2025

Shout out to the Coleman family for treating our team to Fairytale Brownies! We are feeling (and tasting) the holiday spirit! Thank you! 🥰🐶🐾

12/02/2025

Training Tip Tuesday!! 🐾🐶

A dog’s behavior is influenced by genetics just as surely as their eye color or coat pattern. The instincts and temperament written into their DNA create a natural baseline: herders tend to herd, terriers tend to dig, guardians tend to guard. These inherited traits can be shaped, managed, elevated, or softened through training and environment, but never fully erased or replaced.

Effective training works with a dog’s genetic tendencies, not against them. By understanding the instincts they were born with, you can set fair expectations, encourage their strengths, and guide less-desirable behaviors with patience and clarity. Genetics may set the foundation, but thoughtful training helps bring out your dog’s best self.

12/02/2025

✨ Congratulations to our December Member of the Month, Tua! ✨
For almost 2 wonderful years, Tua has been a familiar fluffy face at NLL Kirkwood, visiting us 2–3 times a week and bringing nothing but joy with him. His energetic zoomies, sweet personality, and HAPPY wiggles brighten every room he walks into.

Tua, thank you for being such a special part of our family. We adore you, we love your fluffy self, and we’re so excited to celebrate you all month long! ❤️🐾

12/01/2025

Congratulations to our December member of the month:
TUA!!🐾🥳

Tua began his No Leash Needed journey as an itty bitty puppy in our puppy training course back in September of 2023. He has been a regular in day camp since then! He loves playing with his friends in camp and even likes to sneak in a little afternoon nap most days. He is as sweet as he is fluffy and we are lucky to have him here! 🥰

12/01/2025

Big shoutout to our Employee of the Month, Alyssa! She only works weekends, so many of you may not get to see her amazing, upbeat energy—but we’d be lost without her. She’s reliable, hardworking, and truly loved by all the pups (and us!). Keep up the great work, Alyssa!💞🎉🎊

11/29/2025

The pups gave our Thanksgiving Dinner four paws up and gobbled it all! 🐾🦃

11/25/2025

The holidays are here, and we’re celebrating all month long at NLN Kirkwood! 🎄🐶
Take a look at our December lineup filled with themed activities, treats, photo ops, and festive add-ons. There’s no better way to let your pup enjoy the season!
Book your favorites and let the fun begin! 🎅❄️

11/25/2025

Training Tip Tuesday! 🐾

While foundational manners are important, adding in fun tricks like roll over, paw, or speak can bring fresh energy to your sessions. These playful skills keep both you and your dog motivated, build confidence, and strengthen your bond. When training feels enjoyable rather than strictly structured, dogs engage more willingly and owners find it easier to stay consistent. Fun creates progress!

11/24/2025

It’s BIRTHDAY time!! 🐶🎂 🎉

Gus “The Bus” 🚌 is rolling into his fourth year! This sweet boy and his sister Maggie have a blast at camp. And Gus’s free birthday pup cup? The perfect treat!🍦

11/21/2025

🐾 Treadmill Training Enrichment $15 SPECIAL Is here at No Leash Needed Kirkwood!

Looking for a fun way to help your pup burn some extra energy? Our trainer Schaely offers a one-on-one treadmill training session where your dog learns how to safely and confidently use the treadmill — perfect for mental and physical enrichment!

This add-on is only $15 normally $25 and great for both day camp and boarding pups. 🐶💪
Give your furry friend a focused, personalized workout they’ll love! 🧡

No Leash Needed provides world-class training, boarding, expert grooming and loving daycare at four convenient St. Louis, MO locations.