In-Person Training For Dogs Of All Ages And Breeds
Personalized Support for Behavior Challenges
What Kristen Can Help With:
I offer compassionate, hands-on training for dogs of all ages and breeds. Whether you have a puppy with tons of energy or a senior dog with new challenges, I provide the support you need. I specialize in working on:
Fear, Anxiety, and Aggression
Basic Manners
Behavior Challenges With Senior Dogs
Children and Dogs
Puppy Manners and Socialization
Reactivity and Leash Skills
In-person training is available in your home for clients in the following counties in Indiana: Marion, Hendricks, Hamilton, Boone, and Johnson
Additional sessions are available for purchase for any returning client after their initial consultation or package. If you are a returning client, please contact Kristen directly via email for package options.
We get to know each other! I explain my philosophy and methods. We discuss your dog’s history, personality, the issues you are experiencing, and what your training goals are.
Next, we come up with a game plan and implement some first steps of management and training.
All consultations come with a detailed summary with resources and a recommended plan.
We check in and assess how things are progressing.
We move to the next steps towards accomplishing your goals with your dog through hands-on training exercises.
All follow-up sessions come with an updated summary with resources and recommendations for moving forward.
My Training Philosophy
I believe in providing training with compassion and support. Positive reinforcement is the foundation of my approach, using all methods based in science and psychology. My goal is to create a comfortable environment where both you and your dog feel confident. I’ll be there to support you every step of the way, helping you build a stronger bond with your dog while addressing their behavior challenges.
Choose A Package To Get Started!
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Initial Consultation Session $200
Includes: 90-minute consultation session Detailed summary with recommended training and management plan 30 days of support
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Starter Package $315 (10% off!)
Includes: 90-minute consultation session One 60-minute follow-up session (within 30 days of initial consultation) Detailed summary with recommended training and management plan Support in between sessions
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Let's Dive In Package $550 (15% off!)
Includes: 90-minute consultation session Three 60-minute follow-up sessions (within 90 days of initial consultation) Detailed summary with recommended training and management plan Support in between sessions
What Our Clients Say
Kristen is a WONDERFUL trainer! We and our dog love her. She takes lots of time to gather information and get to know the dog and family, and any issues that are in play. She gave us really helpful and personalized strategies and tips, and emailed summaries after each session (SO helpful!). I also really appreciate Kristen’s background and education – she is the most educated trainer with the most expertise that I could find in our area and it shows in her work! Her fees are very reasonable and she is lovely to work with. We highly recommend her!!
Catherine SipeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kristen came to our home to address our new dog's behavioral quirks and while she was there, helped smooth out some pack dynamics overall. We have three dogs and three cats and Kristen's suggestions are clear, easy to follow, and are working! Kristen is a great person and easy to work with. I definitely recommend her services. Neely KingTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our dog has a history of redirected aggression and we didn’t know what to do, so we contacted Kristen for help. We have worked with 2 other dog trainers before this with little to no results. Our 2 sessions with Kristen have been amazing. Not only do we know why our dog does these things, she has provided us with the tools to help him. She was very thorough and provided detailed notes and links to videos after our session, as well as following up with us in email several times. We use the tips and tricks she showed us everyday with our dog and he is 100% different. We can actually go out in our backyard now without him pacing the fence and barking at everything, as well as what to do when he starts to get escalated at the doors and windows and other triggers. We would 100% recommend Kristen, she’s very thorough and knowledgeable and just very friendly. Give her a try if you’re looking for help. Thanks Kristen!! Amy CramerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We hired Kristen when our dog was having trouble acclimating to our new baby & it was the best decision we made! She was so kind & helpful! She was realistic & clearly had an understanding of the lack of time with having a new baby. She helped us implement simple strategies that improved comfort & safety without causing us more stress. With her help, our dog has acclimated well & we feel more confident in how to continue to help him in the future. Carly McLeodTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kristen was AMAZING! She helped us introduce our new dog to our cat and had so many good pointers and tricks to use. She eased our minds about training our new dog and we would recommend her to anyone! Karen RatliffTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve attended group dog training in the past with our other dogs. With our recent rescue, 2.5 yr old Lola, we knew she wasn’t ready for a group training environment. She came to us after her previous owner passed away and the family did not want her. She had a lot of anxiety and fear from being passed around and left alone for hours for several months. So we decided to have Perked Ears Behavior Consulting help us. Kristen was able to come to our home, assess the problems, create a training plan, and help us with addressing the problems in our environment. With this individualized approach, we saw so much growth in her confidence. We are still working on issues. There is no magic bullet. However, we have the tools to address the issues before or when they occur, which in turn, continues to reinforce and improve Lola’s confidence. Although there is a place for group training, the benefits we received from a more individualized approach was well worth the difference in cost. We highly recommend Kristen! Jaymee ReynoldsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are so incredibly grateful to have stumbled across Kristen in our desperate search to find a behavioral specialist! Our little guy, Chancho, was exhibiting some aggressive behaviors towards his sister and other dogs. After working with Kristen we were able to identify his triggers and work towards a more cohesive household and a happier relationship between our pups. You can tell by spending just a few minutes with Kristen that she truly cares about animals and wants to help you and teach you how to create a happy and healthy environment for them. We will definitely continue to work with Kristen and have already recommended her services to our friends and family! Becky PitzerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kristen listened and made some great suggestions in my virtual meeting with her. I liked that we focused on the specific issues I wanted to address with my pup. She gave practical advice that I was able to immediately start using, she was available for follow up, and we are now very pleased with our well behaved girl. Laura NoelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kristen is knowledgeable, kind and encouraging. The written summary after each meeting is most helpful. Kylie BarkleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My dog River and I learned so much from Kristen. He is improving every day and enjoys practicing what we have learned. Thanks so much! Kristina MichaelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kristen is a WONDERFUL trainer! We and our dog love her. She takes lots of time to gather information and get to know the dog and family, and any issues that are in play. She gave us really helpful and personalized strategies and tips, and emailed summaries after each session (SO helpful!). I also really appreciate Kristen’s background and education - she is the most educated trainer with the most expertise that I could find in our area and it shows in her work! Her fees are very reasonable and she is lovely to work with. We highly recommend her!!