Kat the Dog Lady

Training programs are structured around in-home sessions tailored to the dog and owner’s needs. The New Pup Setup includes two 1-hour lessons for puppies 8 weeks to 7 months old. The Home Schooled Package offers 45-minute daily training sessions (4 days/week) for two weeks minimum, plus weekly human training lessons. The Mind your Manners Package includes five weekly 1-hour sessions in home and public settings. The Loose Leash Lessons package provides two 1-hour lessons focused on leash reactivity. All programs include tools, training packets, lifetime support, and access to monthly pack walks. Clients can extend programs as needed.

Pricing Summary

Initial in-home evaluation costs $150, which can be applied as a deposit if a training package is signed up for within 48 hours. Programs include Loose Leash Lessons ($200 for two sessions), New Pup Setup ($300), Home Schooled Package ($1,200 for two weeks), and Mind your Manners Package ($1,250 for five sessions). Dog walking is $30 for 30 minutes or $55 for 60 minutes. Pet sitting is $125 for 12 hours or $240 for 24 hours. Pet taxi service is $15 for 10 miles or less, $30 for 10–25 miles. Lifetime support and access to pack walks are included in most packages.

Policies

Payment for the $150 in-home evaluation may be applied as a deposit toward a training package if signed up for within 48 hours. No other cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated in the content.

Kat the Dog Lady is a personalized dog training business founded in 2023 by Katelyn (Kat) DeBusk, a certified dog trainer with 10 years of experience in animal rescue, rehabilitation, and behavior modification. Kat specializes in balanced training methods that combine positive reinforcement with corrections and redirection to teach dogs appropriate behaviors while helping owners learn how to communicate effectively with their dogs. Services include in-home private lessons, puppy training, loose leash walking, behavior modification for reactivity and aggression, and customized programs like the Home Schooled Package for dogs whose owners are away during the day. Kat also offers lifetime support, monthly pack walks, and tools like slip collars, drag leashes, and longlines. Additional services include dog walking, pet sitting, and pet taxi transport for clients. Kat emphasizes building a strong human-dog bond and tailoring training to each dog’s unique temperament and the owner’s lifestyle.

Kat works with dogs of all ages and breeds, including mixed breeds, and has successfully helped dogs with bite histories, fear-based reactivity, resource guarding, and leash aggression. Her training philosophy centers on the equation: “Don’t do that + Do this instead = Good Boy/Good Girl.” She uses tools such as slip leashes, head halters, prong collars, and e-collars when necessary, always prioritizing safety and effectiveness. Kat’s approach is hands-on and owner-focused, ensuring clients can continue training successfully after sessions end.

She also provides a free phone consultation and offers a discounted evaluation for rescued or adopted dogs within 30 days of adoption. Her canine coach, Grayson, a mixed-breed dog with a history of behavioral challenges, exemplifies the effectiveness of her balanced training method.

Accomplishments

Katelyn (Kat) DeBusk is a certified dog trainer through the Animal Behavior College. She has over 10 years of hands-on experience working with rescued and shelter dogs at V Animal Sanctuary, Nevada Humane Society, SPCA Reno, and a local Las Vegas training facility. She founded Kat the Dog Lady in August 2023 after years of rehabilitation and behavior modification work. Her training approach has successfully transformed dogs with severe reactivity and bite histories, earning high praise from clients.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin with a free phone consultation to discuss their dog’s needs and receive personalized advice. Kat recommends an in-home evaluation ($150) as the first step to assess the dog, identify behavior issues, and recommend a tailored training program. Clients who book a training package within 48 hours of the evaluation can apply the evaluation fee toward their total balance.