Dog Training with Rhonda York

12/01/2025

Check these dog scarves out! They are double-sided. I'm attaching pictures and contact info of the young lady who makes them. We're saving the Royals side for baseball season😁

10/01/2025

This is Pepper. She is a multi-generational goldendoodle. Her parents and grandparents were all goldendoodles. Her owners have had health issues crop up and they aren't able to manage her and themselves. They love her but they need to rehome her. She is 9 months old and will be spayed in March. She is up to date on all vaccinations and has been well cared for. She has gone through training but would still need work on walking well on leash. She has stayed at our home before and does great with other dogs. They got her from a family in Centralia so they have seen the place where she came from and it is a good place. They are wanting $1,500 for her, which is quite a bit less than what she would have originally gone for as a designer dog. If you are interested in Pepper, contact Sharon Stevens at [email protected]
You will need to provide two references, one being a veterinarian.

10/01/2025

10/01/2025

Claire thinks it's cold out so she likes to cuddle with blankets.

06/01/2025

Last call for January classes!
Beginner on Saturdays, 9:30-10:30 am, starts Jan. 11
Tricks on Saturdays, 1:00-2:00 pm, starts Jan. 11

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30/12/2024

Some of you might remember the lab mix Jupiter who went through several of my classes the year the family lived in Leavenworth. Dad's goal was to have him be a search and rescue dog and they have achieved that!

30/12/2024

A friend of mine has rescued a dog who's family got evicted and couldn't take the dog with them. She is looking for a home for the dog, Gucci:.

"A friend of mine is needing to rehome their one year old mixed terrier. Please help this sweet boy find his furever home. He’s very friendly, loyal, and protective of his owners. He loves to follow his people around he loves to be near his family. I bet he’d be a great addition to your home. He’s great with other dogs once he gets to know them. He’s caught up on all his vaccinations and we can give you a copy of his medical records. We would love to make sure he’s going to a good home that will treat him well."

Rhonda: I've met the dog. He was very friendly to me and wanted to sit on my lap and enjoyed being pet. He is not neutered. Size--medium, maybe around 40-45 lbs.

27/12/2024

Update on January class openings:
Puppy, 1 slot left; Jan 7 start at TSC, 5:30 pm
Beginner, 2 slots left; Jan 11 start at Khaki Hound, 9:30 am
AKC Novice Tricks, 3 slots left; Jan 11 start at FUMC, 1:00 pm
Call or email. 913-702-7284 or [email protected]

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26/12/2024

For unto us a child is born, a son is given. --Isaiah
Hope everyone had a blessed Christmas.

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.