Desirable Dog Training

Programs include Puppy Palooza (6-week group class for puppies 16 weeks–1 year), Greatest Family Dog (progressive obedience to advanced family skills), Trick Dog, Agility, and Rally. All programs use positive reinforcement and game-based learning. AKC titles are earned through structured classes and evaluations. Private lessons available for customized training. FIT Dog program encourages walking for health and community impact.

Pricing Summary

Puppy Palooza: $375 for six 1-hour group classes. AKC Evaluations: Novice Trick Dog $20, Intermediate $23, Advanced $30, Performer $40, Elite price varies, FIT Dog $10 per walk/run, CGC $25, Virtual Home Manners $10. Private lessons available by arrangement. All FIT Dog proceeds donated to local animal shelter.

Policies

Group classes have no standard make-up days except for weather-related cancellations, which are made up as private lessons scheduled before the next group class. All other cancellations or rescheduling must be arranged directly with Kristin via email or phone.

Desirable Dog Training is a positive reinforcement, game-based dog training business located in Lyman, south of Rexburg, Idaho. Led by Kristin Jensen, the business focuses on training from the dog’s perspective, emphasizing fun, safety, and long-term joint health. The facility features a 110x100ft fully fenced agility field with artificial turf and rubber infill to cushion dogs’ joints, and all agility equipment is competition-grade from Clean Run, including cushioned A-frames, dog walks, seesaws, and safety jumps designed to reduce impact and injury. The flagship program is the “Greatest Family Dog” course, which progresses from basic obedience to advanced skills, complemented by specialized classes in Puppy Palooza, Trick Training, Agility, and Rally. Kristin is an approved AKC evaluator for CGC, Trick Dog, and FIT Dog titles, and offers AKC evaluations and title certification. All training uses rewards, play, and clear communication to build confidence and strengthen the human-dog bond.

The business also offers private lessons, group classes, and AKC FIT Dog walk evaluations where proceeds support a local animal shelter. Training is tailored to puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs, with special accommodations for older or special-needs dogs. Kristin has trained under leading positive reinforcement experts including Susan Garrett, Jessica Ajoux, Tuulia Liuhto, and Timo Liuhto, and her methods prioritize joy, safety, and measurable progress.

Additional services include ring rental for private practice and AKC evaluations for Trick Dog, Canine Good Citizen, and FIT Dog titles. The facility is designed for safety and convenience, with parking, a designated potty area, and weather-protected equipment.

All training is delivered at the facility, with no in-home, boarding, or day training services offered. Clients receive personalized attention, clear guidance, and structured progress tracking.

Kristin’s passion for dog training began at age 7 with her first dog, Ghost, and has evolved through decades of hands-on experience, formal coaching, and continuous education in positive reinforcement and agility handling.

The business is committed to ethical, science-based training that prioritizes the dog’s physical and emotional well-being.

Puppy Palooza is a 6-week group class for puppies 16 weeks to 1 year old, covering AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, CGC, Trick Dog, and Intro to Agility skills. Classes are held weekly for one hour, with make-up sessions offered only for weather-related cancellations.

The “Greatest Family Dog” course is the most popular program, designed to build foundational obedience and elevate the dog into a well-mannered, joyful family companion.

All training uses positive reinforcement exclusively, with no corrections, pinch collars, or e-collars. Equipment includes clickers, food rewards, harnesses, and competition-grade agility obstacles.

Kristin is a certified AKC evaluator and FIT Dog instructor, and her training philosophy is rooted in continuous learning from top positive reinforcement coaches.

The facility is open for classes and evaluations, with scheduling available via email or online form.

Clients report significant improvements in recall, leash walking, reactivity, and overall dog behavior, with many noting Kristin’s patience, clarity, and ability to explain the dog’s perspective.

The business supports community wellness through FIT Dog, encouraging dog owners to walk for health while raising funds for local shelters.

All programs are designed to be fun, effective, and accessible to owners of all experience levels.

Kristin’s training has helped dogs earn multiple AKC titles, including Trick Dog, CGC, and FIT Dog, with clients consistently praising her ability to make training enjoyable and successful.

The business does not offer grooming, boarding, daycare, or pet supply sales.

All training is conducted at the Lyman facility, with no mobile or virtual services offered.

Kristin’s approach is grounded in positive reinforcement, behavioral science, and hands-on experience with top trainers in the field.

Accomplishments

Kristin Jensen is an approved AKC evaluator for CGC, Trick Dog, and FIT Dog. She has trained under leading positive reinforcement experts including Susan Garrett, Jessica Ajoux, Tuulia Liuhto, Timo Liuhto, Perry DeWitt, and Emily Klarman. Her dog Zeus has been central to her training evolution. She has competed in Rally and Agility and has earned Grand Champion status in 4H obedience with her first dog, Ghost.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can sign up for the Greatest Family Dog course or Puppy Palooza via the online form on the website. AKC evaluations can be scheduled by emailing desirabledogtraining@gmail.com. Private lessons are arranged by contacting Kristin directly.