The Mannerly Dog

The Mannerly Dog offers personalized virtual training programs tailored to each dog and owner’s needs. The flagship Beyond Basic Manners course is a 6-week online program covering obedience, leash skills, greeting etiquette, and real-world challenges. Dog Reading is a self-paced online course focused on interpreting canine body language. Additional programs include separation anxiety support, service dog training, and behavior modification for reactivity, jumping, barking, and resource guarding. All programs include video feedback, written resources, and individual coaching calls. Training is delivered via Zoom with homework assignments to reinforce learning.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed; services are offered as individualized 1-on-1 virtual sessions and structured 6-week online courses. Clients are encouraged to contact Nancy directly for customized pricing based on goals and needs. No fixed packages are advertised, but coaching calls and follow-up support are included in program offerings.

Policies

Training is offered by appointment only. Cancellation and rescheduling policies are not explicitly stated on the website, but clients are expected to communicate directly with Nancy to arrange changes. Sessions are conducted virtually and require a stable internet connection and a quiet space for training.

Nancy Kelly, owner of The Mannerly Dog, is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed® (CPDT-KA) with over 25 years of experience in positive, science-based dog training. She helps dog owners build strong, joyful relationships with their pets through force-free methods grounded in operant conditioning and behavior science. Nancy offers personalized 1-on-1 virtual training sessions that focus on teaching foundational manners, behavior modification, and advanced skills like service dog training, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, and dog body language interpretation. Her approach emphasizes understanding why dogs behave the way they do and equipping owners with practical, consistent tools to create lasting change. She provides comprehensive online courses, training videos, and downloadable resources to support learning at home. Nancy’s clients include families with puppies, multi-dog households, rescue owners, and those training service or therapy dogs. She does not offer in-person, boarding, grooming, or facility-based services—training is exclusively delivered via video calls.

Nancy’s philosophy centers on mutual respect, clear communication, and rewarding desired behaviors without fear, pain, or intimidation. She avoids all aversive tools such as prong collars, e-collars, or leash pops. Her clients praise her ability to break down complex behaviors into manageable steps, her encouragement, and the depth of her scientific knowledge. She also supports dog owners with behavioral challenges stemming from trauma, fear, or past neglect.

The Mannerly Dog provides educational content through blogs, newsletters, and free resources on topics like resource guarding, housetraining, and foundation skills. Nancy is pursuing a master’s degree in behavioral psychology and has studied under renowned behavior scientist Dr. Robert Bailey for over 20 years. She is not a breeder, groomer, or boarding facility—her focus is exclusively on training and behavior education.

Accomplishments

Nancy Kelly is a CPDT-KA certified trainer with over 25 years of hands-on experience training dogs and other animals. She studied for over 20 years with renowned behavior scientist Dr. Robert Bailey and has five years of experience as a veterinary technician. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in behavioral psychology. Her clients have successfully trained service dogs, earned AKC Star Puppy awards, and resolved severe behavioral issues including fear-based aggression and separation anxiety. She is recognized by peers as a trainer’s trainer and is frequently cited for her clear, science-based teaching style.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin by contacting Nancy via the website’s contact form or email to schedule a free initial consultation. During this call, Nancy assesses the dog’s behavior, discusses the owner’s goals, and recommends a customized training plan. Clients then enroll in a virtual program with scheduled coaching sessions, video feedback, and access to training resources.