Dog Training with Rhonda York

23/12/2024

We also had a new guest for just a couple of days. Her name is Kansas, and she's an English cream golden retriever. Her parents are actually from France so they named her Kansas to remind them of where they got her.

23/12/2024

Bert and Ernie have been back with us for a few days.

19/12/2024

The Joy Dogs Bring

Obviously, I am a dog person. The great thing about being a dog trainer is that I get to enjoy all kinds of dogs besides my own. I truly love all dogs from those that are 5 lbs to those that are 150 lbs. And why is that? I believe that when I “was knit together in my mother’s womb” (Psalm 139:13), that knitting together included my love of dogs and my amazement at creation. Combine that with growing up on a farm in Western Kansas, and you have Rhonda York the dog trainer. My husband, Pastor Dave York, recently wrote an article for the paper about joy. Joy is beyond the emotion of happiness. Joy is a visceral response to something or someone. When I see dogs out on a walk while I’m driving, I always have to look at the dog. Every time I come home, I am enthusiastically greeted by my three biggest hairy fans. As I do my work with dogs and their people or relax in the evening with a dog on my lap, my heart is full. I laugh out loud at the antics of dogs. I am blessed to be able to make a living doing something that brings me such joy. During this Christmas season, I hope that you are able to experience some joy, whatever the source of that is.

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17/12/2024

This is houseguest Bert. For a long dog, he sure can curl up!

16/12/2024

Update on January group class openings:

Puppy Class has 3 slots left, starts Jan. 7, 5:30 pm at TSC.

Beginner Class on Tuesdays has 1 slot left, starts Jan. 7, 6:45 pm at TSC.

Beginner Class on Saturdays has 3 slots left, starts Jan. 11, 9:30 am at Khaki Hound.

Tricks Class has 3 slots left, starts Jan. 11, 1:00 pm at Leavenworth UMC.

Call or email to register. 913-702-7284 or [email protected]

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13/12/2024

This is chocolate lab Phin, getting his Canine Good Citizen. Congratulations!

09/12/2024

This is a dog training alumnus, Charlotte. She has recently become a therapy dog. This is her first visit. I think she likes it!

07/12/2024

And the class pictures.

07/12/2024

Here's my last Beginner class of 2024:
Bear, Bear, and Bear--Toy Aussie. Need I say more?
Chance, mix
Raven, Boston Terrier mix
Sisi, American Cocker Spaniel
Willie, Pit/lab mix

07/12/2024

Update for January class openings:

Puppy Class: 5:30 pm at TSC starts Jan. 7 (4 slots)
Beginner: 6:45 pm at TSC starts Jan. 7 (3 slots)
Beginner: 9:30 am at Khaki Hound starts Jan. 11 (3 slots)
Tricks (Novice AKC): 1:00 pm at Leavenworth Methodist Church starts Jan. 11 (3 slots)

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05/12/2024

Here are some group pictures from the beginner class.

05/12/2024

Here is the final beginner class from TSC.
Colby, Plot hound mix
Raia, Chow/lab mix
Salvy, mini bernedoodle
Ruby Jo, mini golden doodle
Cayenne, Great Pyrenees!

05/12/2024

Puppy group pictures!

05/12/2024

Here is the final puppy class of the year.
Jolene, French bulldog
Annie, golden
Bijou, Chow Chow
Ramo, mix

24/11/2024

Congratulations to our newest Canine Good Citizens!

Maggie, Wire-Haired Griffin
Fern, Golden
Rosie, Golden
Augustus, mini bernedoodle

23/11/2024

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We need a little extra comfort, sometimes, don’t we? I find myself in that situation now, and am especially grateful not just for Jim, but also for Maggie and Skip. They are both super cuddly dogs, and moment by moment, I take comfort from the touch of their fur, the rhythm of their beating hearts...

20/11/2024

These 4 dogs are now living at the Federal Penitentiary in Leavenworth. I am training the inmates to train them in standard obedience cues and to be Canine Good Citizen ready. They will finish the program and be available for adoption in January from the Leavenworth County Humane Society. They are all young dogs and like other dogs. If you want a well-trained dog, one of these dogs may be just what you want!

Ludo, male
MJ, female
Nolan, male
Sorry, female

19/11/2024

This little one is Noelle, a Westie. She is so loved!