The Urban Dog Trainer

Programs include private and group sessions scheduled weekly on the same day. Full obedience includes basic commands, leash training, and door manners. Targeted training addresses specific issues. Puppy training focuses on early socialization and housebreaking. Leash reactivity training reduces pulling and aggression. Advanced off-leash requires prior obedience training and e-collar ownership. Each program includes weekly homework and ongoing trainer support.

Pricing Summary

Training packages range from $275 to $465 for 3–6 sessions. Puppy, targeted, and leash reactivity training are $275–$365; full obedience is $465; advanced off-leash is $365. Boarding is available for existing clients only. Prices are for entire course, not per session.

Policies

Bookings require online registration and account creation. Sessions are scheduled weekly on the same day. Boarding is available only to existing clients. No cancellation or rescheduling policy is explicitly stated.

The Urban Dog Trainer is a professional dog training business based in Kansas City, MO, led by Micki, a certified trainer trained at Miles & Miles Dog Training. They offer personalized, science-based training using operant and classical conditioning with a balanced, reward-based approach. Services include private and group obedience training, puppy training, leash reactivity training, and advanced off-leash training using e-collars. Micki’s dog, Myles, serves as a living demonstration of training success. The business emphasizes building strong owner-dog bonds through consistency, structure, and ethical methods. They also offer dog boarding for existing clients and provide weekly homework to reinforce training. Their philosophy centers on “training dogs, one person at a time,” rejecting blame and focusing on clear communication and positive behavioral change.

They provide training in both urban and suburban environments, adapting to clients’ lifestyles. Their programs are designed for dogs of all ages and focus on real-world behavior improvement. Additional resources include free training tips and a community forum for ongoing support.

Boarding is available only to current clients, and e-collar use is required for the advanced off-leash program. All training is conducted in-person at the client’s location or a designated facility.

Accomplishments

Micki trained at Miles & Miles Dog Training and is inspired by industry leaders Michael Ellis, Ivan Balabanov, and Tylor Muto. Her dog Myles is a trained working partner used to demonstrate techniques. Training methods are grounded in operant and classical conditioning science.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins by visiting the Book Online page, selecting a course, and requesting to book. After selecting a first session time, remaining sessions are auto-scheduled. Registration requires creating an account on their platform prior to booking.