Dogru Dog Training

Training is structured in four stages for service dogs: 1) Socialization and basic skills, 2) Emotional regulation and distraction proofing, 3) Refinement of disability-specific tasks, and 4) Public access and generalization. For general pets, training addresses home behavior issues including leash walking, jumping, counter surfing, reactivity, anxiety, separation stress, and housebreaking. Programs are customized per dog and owner, with options for in-home, facility-based, or virtual sessions. Board-and-train options available for intensive skill development.

Pricing Summary

Basic pet training: $95 per session; Service dog training: $120 per session. Additional travel fee of $0.70 per mile beyond 10 miles. Virtual training available at same rates. Service dog training typically spans 1–2 years, with total costs ranging from $3,000 to $30,000 depending on scope and frequency of lessons.

Policies

Not currently accepting new clients. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated, but clients are encouraged to contact for inquiries. Training is customized and flexible based on client schedule and dog’s progress.

Dogru Dog Training is a professional dog training business led by Kaitlyn Charney, a certified trainer with 14 years of experience specializing in positive reinforcement methods. They offer personalized training for puppies, basic obedience, advanced skills, and service dog training tailored to assist individuals with disabilities such as epilepsy, diabetes, anxiety, PTSD, and mobility impairments. Training is available in-home, at their facility, in public locations, or via video calls. They also provide boarding and training at their home facility, allowing dogs to learn skills in a controlled environment. Their approach emphasizes building a strong handler-dog partnership through curiosity, experimentation, and reinforcement, with no use of discomfort-based tools. They are known for their adaptability, deep understanding of animal behavior, and commitment to helping clients achieve long-term success with their dogs.

Dogru does not currently accept new clients but welcomes inquiries for future availability. Their services are grounded in science and ADA compliance, with extensive experience helping clients train service dogs to Assistance Dogs International (ADI) standards. They provide ongoing support, including virtual follow-ups and skill testing during travel, ensuring continuity of training regardless of location.

Clients appreciate Kaitlyn’s patience, creativity, and ability to tailor training to complex family dynamics and individual needs, often describing her as compassionate, knowledgeable, and transformative in their dog training journey.

Accomplishments

Kaitlyn Charney holds certifications from the Karen Pryor Academy for Clicker Training (KPA-CTP), Debby Kay for blood glucose detection for Diabetes Alert Dogs, and the Council of Professional Dog Trainers. She is a certified trainer with Atlas Assistance Dogs. She graduated from Delaware Valley University with a Bachelor’s in Conservation and Wildlife Management. She has trained over 50 service dogs to ADI-level standards and has 14 years of professional training experience.

How to Get Started!

Although not accepting new clients at this time, prospective clients are encouraged to contact via email or phone to inquire about future availability. Service dog applicants may fill out a service dog training form on their website to express interest.