Teacher Turned Trainer

Teacher Turned Trainer offers a range of private, in-home training programs designed to meet various needs. The “Parent Teacher Conference” is a free 30-minute consultation, available in-person, remotely, or over the phone, to discuss training goals.

The “Pre School” program, priced at $200, is a pre-planning session for new furry friends, including a shopping trip, home setup assistance, and puppy tips. The “Valedictorian” program, an 8-session package for $800, is best suited for puppies, new dogs to the home, and reactivity issues.

The “Honor Roll” program, a 6-session package for $630, is ideal for specific skill requests, leash walking, and obedience refresh. The “Straight A’s” program, a 4-session package for $440, is designed for a quick tune-up or skill refresh. All packages conclude with a complimentary graduation ceremony, professional photos, and a personalized certificate.

Pricing Summary

Teacher Turned Trainer offers several package options with varying session counts and prices. The “Pre School” package is $200, “Straight A’s” is $440 for 4 sessions ($110/session), “Honor Roll” is $630 for 6 sessions ($105/session), and “Valedictorian” is $800 for 8 sessions ($100/session).

All pricing is based on training one dog, with an additional charge of $50 per extra dog. Sessions are 45 minutes to 1 hour in length.

Policies

Pricing is based on one dog in training, with an additional charge of $50 for each extra dog. Teacher Turned Trainer offers a First Responders Discount: 10% for one member and 15% for two or more members.

Taryn Tyler is the owner and creator of Teacher Turned Trainer, a positive reinforcement dog training business in the Kansas City area. She was an elementary education teacher and has a lifelong passion for dogs, applying knowledge gained from her own dogs to her clients.

Teacher Turned Trainer specializes in basic obedience and puppy training, offering multiple in-home, private package options tailored to fit various dog training needs. A unique advantage is the complimentary graduation ceremony included with each package, featuring professional-grade photos and a personalized certificate.

The business was voted Best Dog Trainer in Johnson County in 2024. They also offer discounts for First Responders.

Accomplishments

Teacher Turned Trainer was voted Best Dog Trainer in Johnson County in 2024. The owner, Taryn Tyler, was an elementary education teacher by trade.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients can schedule a free “Parent Teacher Conference,” a 30-minute consultation available in person, remotely, or over the phone, to discuss their training journey.