Bark & Disco

Training begins with a free 10-minute consultation to assess needs and goals. Clients then choose from one-on-one sessions, in-home training, facility-based sessions at the Ridgewood location, or virtual sessions. Programs are customized and include follow-up reports and clear training plans after each session. Group classes like Sidewalk Psychos focus on socialization and reactivity. Helper dog sessions use trained dogs to safely expose reactive dogs to controlled social interactions. Training emphasizes long-term behavior change through consistent, positive reinforcement and owner education.

Pricing Summary

Offers discounted training packages for ongoing sessions, with lower-cost options available at the new Ridgewood facility due to no travel fees. Individual sessions and flexible payment options are available to accommodate financial situations. Free 10-minute consultation to determine fit and plan.

Bark & Disco is a dog training business led by Kate Senisi, CPDT-KA, offering personalized, relationship-centered dog training in Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan. Specializing in behavior modification for aggression, reactivity, anxiety, and fear-based issues, Kate uses science-based, positive reinforcement techniques to help dogs thrive in urban environments. She provides one-on-one training, virtual sessions, helper dog sessions, and group classes like Sidewalk Psychos, all tailored to the dog’s unique needs and the owner’s lifestyle. Kate emphasizes understanding dog body language, building trust, and creating safe, structured play to address underlying emotional causes of behavior. Her new training facility in Ridgewood, Queens, offers a neutral, controlled space for assessments and sessions, reducing travel fees and supporting dogs with visitor anxiety. She is known for her compassionate, non-judgmental approach that empowers owners without making them feel guilty about their dog’s behavior.

Kate also offers specialized programs for rescue dogs, senior dogs, and dogs with traumatic histories, helping them build confidence and learn new habits at any age. Her services include in-home training, facility-based training, and video consultations, ensuring accessibility for all clients. She integrates enrichment, exercise, and structured play—like controlled tug games—to channel natural instincts positively.

Bark & Disco is committed to making training affordable and flexible, offering individual sessions and packages to accommodate different financial situations, and prioritizing long-term progress over quick fixes.

Accomplishments

Kate Senisi has 15 years of experience working with complex behavioral cases, including aggression, reactivity, and anxiety. She holds CPDT-KA certification and has successfully helped dogs with traumatic histories, resource guarding, leash reactivity, and fear-based behaviors. Her new training facility in Ridgewood, Queens, is a recognized resource for urban dog training in NYC.

How to Get Started!

Start with a free 10-minute consultation to discuss your dog’s needs, ask questions, and determine if Bark & Disco is a good fit. After the consultation, clients can book individual sessions, packages, or group classes based on their goals and schedule.