The Trainers

In 2013 Jeff Dentler graduated from Kutztown University’s Canine Training & Management program, where he learned his science-backed, force-free, positive reinforcement-based training techniques. The program, an intense 17 module, 120 hour curriculum instructed by world-renowned canine and feline ethologist, author, and trainer Susan Bulanda, prepared Jeff to embark on his professional dog training career.

In 2015 Jeff took his Certified Professional Dog Trainer exam and passed with a 91% efficiency rating.

In 2021 Jeff took his International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants Accredited Dog Trainer exam and passed with a score of 94%.

​Jeff's focus is on dogs that struggle with fear, anxiety, and reactivity.
Professional Credentials and Memberships
"Jeff is personable and knowledgeable in his trade. His attention to individual details has been beneficial, in that he does not train in a "one size fits all" mentality. Our girl (dog) is as individual as a person as far as experiences that have shaped her behavior, and Jeff took time to understand that before implementing exercises. Fun to watch the instant change once concepts are applied!"
Kim Dentler is our Puppy Specialist and will guide you through the peeing and pooping, and nipping and chewing stages of your puppy's development. Kim also teaches puppies and older dogs their basic manners.

Professional Memberships
"Kim was professional and excellent to work with, and she built an instant rapport with me and Harley."
Other members of our team: Chase, who has earned his Champion Trick Dog title. and Ash, who was a CCC certified therapy dog (09/26/08- 06/24/22).
"Our experience with Jeff has made our lives so much more relaxed. Our two dogs have become such a joy to handle. No more chasing and yelling. Our dogs even looked forward to Jeff coming on a regular basis. The training was very simple and easy to use. His knowledge of dog behavior and explaining that to us was a big help in the training process."
Continuing Education
​Jeff and Kim are required to maintain annual Continuing Education Units and work to a higher standard. They keep their knowledge in the field up to date by attending conferences, seminars, and workshops taught by the industry's leading dog trainers and animal behavior professionals.

View Jeff's CEUs

View Kim's CEUs
"It's just the most amazing thing to love a dog, isn't it? It makes our relationships with people seem as boring as a bowl of oatmeal."
- John Grogan, Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog
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