Quad Cities Canine, LLC

Training programs include group classes (6-week sessions for obedience, puppy training, public readiness, and trick dog levels), private lessons, day training, and workshops. Trick dog training is structured in Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert levels with title evaluations via live or video submission. Service dog training includes Task Training 1 and 2, with prerequisites from prior classes. Pet CPR & First Aid classes are 1-day workshops. Workshops address specific issues like greetings, equipment trials, and service dog basics. Self-study courses are available for members. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement and progressive skill-building.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed on the website. Clients are encouraged to contact directly for class fees, private lesson rates, and package options. Workshops and group classes are offered on a session basis, with multi-week programs available for obedience, trick dog, and service dog training.

Policies

No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated on the website. Clients are advised to contact directly for policy details.

Quad Cities Canine, LLC is a dog training business based in the Quad Cities area of Arizona, serving Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Dewey, and surrounding communities. Founded by Karen Yeager, a certified and award-winning dog trainer, the business offers comprehensive obedience, puppy, trick dog, and service dog training using positive reinforcement methods. Karen specializes in AKC CGC and S.T.A.R. Puppy evaluations, Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI) programs, and Animal Actor training with specialty titles like Photoshoot, Film, and Calendar Shoot. She also provides Pet CPR & First Aid certification through Pet Tech®, and offers private lessons, group classes, workshops, day training, and practice groups. Her programs are designed to build strong bonds between dogs and owners while promoting safe, fun, and effective training. Karen’s background includes teaching service dog classes at Yavapai College and receiving the Most Outstanding Student award in the Canine Program. She emphasizes clear boundaries, reward-based techniques, and individualized pacing for all dogs and owners.

The business supports families with multi-person classes, helps dogs overcome behavioral issues like reactivity and separation anxiety, and prepares dogs for public access and service roles. Trick dog classes are structured in Novice to Expert levels with title evaluations, and specialty challenges like Alphabet Challenge and Beat the Clock are available. Animal actor training includes certification levels from Photo Shoot to Leading Role, ideal for dogs interested in film and media work.

Karen’s approach is balanced but primarily positive, avoiding force or fear, and she accommodates senior, disabled, and service dogs with adjusted criteria. Her programs are tailored for casual pet owners and aspiring trainers alike, with options for self-study courses and hands-on workshops.

Additional services include pet first aid education, public readiness training, and task training for service dogs, all delivered in a supportive, engaging environment.

Accomplishments

Karen Yeager is a Certified AKC CGC Evaluator, Certified AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Instructor, Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI), Certified Animal Actor Evaluator, and Certified Pet CPR & First Aid Instructor. She received the Most Outstanding Student award in the Yavapai College Canine Program (2019-2020) and was hand-picked to teach service dog classes at the college from mid-2021 through 2022. She holds three certificates from Yavapai College’s Canine Program in Therapy and Service Dog Team Skills, Canine Care & Handling, and Service Dog.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can review class schedules on the website and sign up for group classes or workshops. Private lessons and specialized training (e.g., service dog or animal actor) require direct contact via phone or email to discuss goals and availability. An initial consultation is not offered for free, but Karen provides personalized guidance during the first session.