I have been so impressed with the entire team at K-9 Kudos so far. Doreen and Rachel were patient and understanding with both my puppy and I even though he’s easily distracted during class, they made me feel comfortable. My Sheldon loves going to puppy socialization days and I feel safe leaving him in their care. I’m looking forward to continuing our training in the coming months.

K-9 Kudos-Permanently Closed
Derby, Kansas
About K-9 Kudos-Permanently Closed
Dog Training: Group & Private Sessions, Puppy Socialization, Therapy Dog Training & Testing, Service Dog Coaching, CPR/First Aid for Dogs & more. Force free/positive reinforcement only. Freedom No-Pull Harness Distributor (not sold in stores). Smallest class size in Kansas - Only 4 pups max in class! You also have direct contact with the owner if you need help between classes or after!
Training & services
Training goals
- Obedience training Customer-reported
- Puppy training
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Barking
- Fear and confidence
How training happens
- Group classes
- Owner coaching
- Private training
Dog age
- Adult dogs
- Puppies
Class options
- Small classes Customer-reported
Assistance and working dogs
- Service dog training
- Therapy dog training
Training approach
- Force-free training
- Positive reinforcement
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Customer reviews
Google listingMentioned in reviews
- Therapy dog training 11
- Positive reinforcement 10
- Fun classes 9
- Individual attention 6
- Clear instructions 4
- Fearful dog training 4
All 10 topics
- Understanding dogs 4
- Knowledgeable instructor 3
- Puppy play 3
- Small class sizes 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
Before we got our baby we knew we were going to need a trainer. We spent considerable time researching trainers and training facilities in the Wichita and surrounding area and always found ourselves drawn to K-9 Kudos (even AFTER getting referrals to other facilities). We start…Read full reviewClose full review
Before we got our baby we knew we were going to need a trainer. We spent considerable time researching trainers and training facilities in the Wichita and surrounding area and always found ourselves drawn to K-9 Kudos (even AFTER getting referrals to other facilities). We started our baby in Puppy Life Skills 1 at 9 weeks old and we are so pleased with the training and education we have received. The classes provided great direction, demonstrations, and individual attention. We were also provided with a very detailed booklet that contained all the information covered in classes and much more! The facilities were clean, well maintained and very dog friendly. Doreen and her team know Dogs and how to train and understand Dogs (and their people). Our baby has learned very quickly with the skills she learned from K-9 Kudos and is now enrolled in “Well Mannered Pooch II” and we are excited about getting started! If you are looking for a place you can feel comfortable to learn and become educated with your Dog, K-9 Kudos is the home for you!
I would highly recommend K-9 Kudos to anyone who is nervous about picking a place to train you and your pup! The atmosphere at K-9 Kudos put me at ease about the care and attention of my dog. Friendly, happy and fun. The classes were well organized, with clear, easy to understa…Read full reviewClose full review
I would highly recommend K-9 Kudos to anyone who is nervous about picking a place to train you and your pup! The atmosphere at K-9 Kudos put me at ease about the care and attention of my dog. Friendly, happy and fun. The classes were well organized, with clear, easy to understand instructions and then plenty of time to practice the commands with my dog. I especially love “puppy playtime” on Fridays. I think my dog really looks forward to going and comes home happy and satisfied. I’m so glad I picked K-9 Kudos for my “doggie education.”
Doreen and her staff truly care about each individual dog and their humans. They adapt things to make it work for each family and show a lot of compassion and knowledge!
Doreen and her staff were very knowledgeable and professional! My puppy and I were in the Obedience Training class. It really helped my chocolate lab and myself on our communication skills! I would recommend K-9 Kudos to anyone who is a puppy owner!
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