KC Dawgz Dog Training Academy
Service area: Serves the entire Kansas City Metro area and out-of-state clients, with locations in Overland Park, KS; Olathe, KS; and Gladstone, MO.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- Intensive Program
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Martingale Collars
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
KC Dawgz offers intensive board and train programs (2–4 weeks) with daily updates and owner training visits. Day training provides weekday training with weekend homework. Private training includes one-hour sessions at the facility, in-home, or virtually, customized to the dog’s needs. Group classes include Puppy 101/201, agility, and scent work. The raise & train program supports new puppy owners with structured guidance. All programs include follow-up tools and communication to ensure home success.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing is not publicly listed; however, they offer free evaluations to determine program suitability. Board and train programs range from 2 to 4 weeks with associated costs reflecting duration and intensity. Private and group sessions are scheduled based on individual needs, with packages available for ongoing training. Discounts and promotions are periodically offered.
Testimonials
“These trainers are amazing! We did the 2 week board and train and can’t believe the progress our dog made while there! He was a repeat visitor to the city pound before we rescued him. Very loving, but too clever for his own good and needed some help finding his motivations and direction. We waffled about the price quite a bit before signing him up but decided if you’d pay this $$ for a physical ailment to heel/help your dog then you should be willing to pay it for their mental health and wellness as well. It was definitely worth it! He’s a completely different dog and we (dog and humans) are all so much happier for it! I’d recommend this place to anyone looking to help their dog be a happier, more manageable part of their family.”
– John Doe
“My experience with KC Dawgs was fantastic. I would give them 11/10. They helped me achieve exactly what I was looking for. Me and my Australian Cattle Dog had one one one sessions with Allison. She gave me the life long tools to help guide Murphy to being a well mannered dog. All the staff interacted with were extremely professional and so nice. I am looking forward to group classes with their facilities and exploring their scent work classes. I highly recommend KC Dawgs for anyone looking to gain skills in training their canine companions.”
– ANNE AHONENA
“We just got our 90lb and 10-month old black lab, Goose, back from the 3-week board and train program with KC Dawgz and can not say enough good things about our experience. We got the opportunity to work with Regan and she did a wonderful job training him. Before training, Goose was a huge puppy, unaware of how big he was, with too much energy that he didn’t understand how to manage. Now, he knows his basic sit/stay commands, recall, has wonderful manners walking on a leash with a stroller, coming in and out of spaces without running us over, knowing his “place” command and maintaining it until told otherwise, and Regan even worked on useful commands to utilize when he will be duck hunting out in the field. He came back home well socialized in a variety of different situations and can sit well in the car without stepping all over the car seat in our back seat. He even has been calm when kenneled rather than the constant barking that occurred before.
Regan kept us well updated via text during his time at training. We were able to do a “learning visit” after two weeks of training and a go-home lesson at the end of training where my husband and I were also trained to use the commands and tools he had been learning with.
Now that Goose is home, we feel confidently equipped with the knowledge to maintain what he has learned and our home is much calmer and more enjoyable now that he understands what is being asked of him!”
– Anonymous
About the Trainer
KC Dawgz Dog Training Academy is a premier certified dog training center located in Overland Park, Kansas City, serving the entire KC Metro and out-of-state clients. They offer a full spectrum of dog training services including board and train, day training, puppy training, private training, group classes, and raise & train programs. Their training philosophy is balanced and fun for dogs, with an emphasis on involving owners in every step so skills transfer successfully to the home. Trainers are educated through nationally recognized programs including Michael Ellis, Karen Pryor, Starmark, and STSK9. They also provide specialized programs like agility, scent work, and behavior modification for issues like reactivity, fearfulness, and resource guarding.
Their board and train programs combine boarding, structured training, and socialization, while day training offers a daycare-style alternative for owners who prefer not to send their dog away. Private training is customized and available at their facility, in-home, or virtually. Group classes include Puppy 101/201, companionship agility, and scent work. All programs include follow-up guidance and homework to ensure long-term success.
KC Dawgz is known for high client satisfaction, with over 500 4.9-star Google reviews, and is a multi-year Best of KC finalist and Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave. They prioritize clear communication, professional expertise, and building strong owner-dog relationships through science-based, reward-based methods with balanced corrections when needed.
Accomplishments
4.9-star rating with 500+ Google reviews, multi-year Best of KC finalist, Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave, AKC certified evaluators, trainers educated through Michael Ellis Professional School, Karen Pryor, Starmark, and STSK9 University of Professional Dog Training.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a free evaluation to assess the dog’s needs and recommend the best training program. After the evaluation, clients can book their chosen service, whether board and train, private, group, or day training.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 7:30am-7:30pm
Tuesday: 7:30am-7:30pm
Wednesday: 7:30am-7:30pm
Thursday: 7:30am-7:30pm
Friday: 7:30am-7:30pm
Saturday: 7:30am-7:30pm
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- is owned by veterans
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
- Dog day care center
Location
10750 El Monte St #200, Overland Park, KS 66211Listing Tools for Trainers
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