Beyond the Dog, LLC
Service area: Serves Kansas City and surrounding areas including Overland Park, Leawood, Olathe, Prairie Village, Mission Hills, Westwood, Lawrence, Leavenworth, Parkville, and Liberty.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Behavior Modification
- puppy
- Family Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Board and Train
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Training programs are fully customized and delivered in-home or virtually. Clients begin with a consultation to assess behavior goals, then receive a tailored plan using positive reinforcement. Options include one-on-one in-home sessions, intensive board-and-train retreats (up to 4 weeks), and structured virtual programs for puppies and adult dogs. Training focuses on real-world distractions and includes owner education to ensure long-term success. Programs address specific issues like reactivity, resource guarding, separation anxiety, and puppy manners.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing is customized based on program type and individual needs. They offer virtual training programs, in-home sessions, and board-and-train retreats with pricing structured around specific goals and duration. They work with Trupanion insurance for behavior coverage and provide detailed quotes upon consultation.
Testimonials
“I know this sounds dramatic, but Beyond the Dog has actually been life changing for me. I adopted two pitbull mix-breeds, but was really struggling to help them through reactivity and one of them guarding food. It was at the point where I was considering re-homing one of them just to keep them both safe. Beyond the Dog has been AMAZING. I worked with Erin and she came in with a plan that immediately addressed my safety concerns in the first week, and completely modified all the worrisome behaviors in approximately 6-7 weeks. She is so exceptionally good!!!! Now I can have people and dogs in front of my home with no barking from my girls. When guests come, my dogs wait patiently and have good manners (no jumping or barking!). When my food guarding dog is approached by my other dog, she now immediately sits and looks up, even if there’s a big bowl of food in front of her. When she’s asked to “leave it” she’s capable of walking right past a bowl of food or a treat. The transformation is like what you see on TV and wonder if it’s real or not. I’ve always been the type of dog owner who enrolls my dogs in training classes and works with trainers, but the quality of this program is *exceptional* and focused on the specific goals you need. I have Trupanion insurance with a behavior rider, and Beyond the Dog worked with me to get all the paperwork I needed for full and immediate coverage. I’m SO grateful for their help- they really know what they are doing and they do it SO well. I cannot recommend them enough.”
– Client
“We had Hannah for our 3 week training session and she was awesome! Great attention to detail and authority with our pup and he responded very well to that. Hannah worked on place, appropriate guest greeting, recall, play biting, etc. and he has improved so much. We have a pit bull mix and she was incredible with him. I cannot recommend Hannah or Beyond the Dog enough!”
– Client
“I sent my 6 month old collie puppy with Erin (one of the trainers) for a month long boot camp. He has grown so much and I am so happy to have him back! During his time with Erin he learned a lot. He LISTENS to me which is amazing and going on walks are now enjoyable. I am extremely impress with the results, training your pup doesn’t end but now I feel like I have a foundation to continue, thanks to Erin! Wilson says thank you as well!”
– Client
About the Trainer
Beyond the Dog, LLC is a science-based dog training company founded in Kansas City, offering customized, in-home training programs tailored to each dog’s unique behavior and the owner’s goals. Their team consists of trainers with bachelor’s or master’s degrees in animal-related fields, many with prior experience as marine mammal trainers, zookeepers, and behavioral scientists. All trainers are mentored by Dr. Kristyn Echterling-Savage and Sean Savage, who bring over 30 years of combined experience and doctoral-level education in animal behavior. They specialize in behavior modification for issues like reactivity, resource guarding, separation anxiety, fearfulness, and puppy-specific challenges. Training is delivered in the client’s home or environment where behaviors occur, ensuring real-life application. They also offer virtual training programs, board-and-train retreats, and cat training services. Their approach is exclusively positive reinforcement, with no use of e-collars, pinch collars, or corrections.
They serve clients across the Kansas City metro area including Overland Park, Leawood, Olathe, Prairie Village, and more. Beyond the Dog provides educational resources including blogs, videos, breed-specific guides, and a dog-friendly city guide. They work with pet insurance providers to help clients access coverage for behavior services and offer flexible scheduling including early mornings and weekends.
The business also offers cat training services, including obedience, potty training, and aggression management, making them a comprehensive pet behavior resource for households with multiple pets.
Accomplishments
Founded by Dr. Kristyn Echterling-Savage and Sean Savage, who have over 30 years of combined experience in animal behavior. All trainers hold bachelor’s or master’s degrees in animal-related fields and have backgrounds as marine mammal trainers, zookeepers, and behavioral scientists. Trainers receive advanced mentorship under Dr. Echterling-Savage’s doctoral-level expertise in applied animal behavior.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a free consultation to assess the dog’s behavior, owner goals, and lifestyle. After the consultation, a customized training plan is created and scheduled based on availability. Clients can choose between in-home sessions, virtual programs, or board-and-train retreats.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 7:30am-6pm
Tuesday: 7:30am-6pm
Wednesday: 7:30am-6pm
Thursday: 7:30am-6pm
Friday: 7:30am-6pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
Location
6520 W 110th St #201b, Overland Park, KS 66211Listing Tools for Trainers
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