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Quality Canines By Kim

Crystal Lake, Illinois

4.9/5· 171 Google reviews

About Quality Canines By Kim

Quality Canines by Kim specializes in professional, in-home, one on one training for all breeds, ages, and temperaments of dogs. Each member of the family will receive hands on, personalized training. Our training methods are based on praise and motivation. There won't be any hitting, yelling, or hanging your dog. A lot of kisses and hugs go into our training to keep up your dog's confidence and self-esteem. All training packages come with a guarantee. We will be there to help you whenever you have a question or problem. You no longer have to worry about your puppy going through all of his adolescent stages of life alone. We will be there every step of the way. Give us a call and we will be happy to send you a list of packages and prices.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Crate training
  • House training
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
  • Recall training

How training happens

  • Group classes
  • In-home training
  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Training level

  • Advanced obedience
  • Beginner training Customer-reported

Assistance and working dogs

  • Police K9 training

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Other listed services

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  • Dog training
    Program details

    Quality Canines by Kim is owned and operated by Kim Ryan-Mueller. Kim is a certified trainer and professional dog behaviorist. Her certifications include:basic/advanced obedience, police K-9, and support dog training for the disabled.Kim provides Professional in-home dog training for all ages,breeds

  • Animal Rescue
  • Boundary Training
  • Commands
    Program details

    I like to start with 21 commands and will add on more as we go through the training. We will cover different obedience, behavioral, social, domestication, and safety commands. All command words can be changed and adjusted for each dog. Your dog will learn different commands for each environment he is in. He will need to know what is expected of him at all times, so there isn’t any miscommunication. He will have different and additional commands at the park, veterinarian, riding in the car, Petco, Petsmart, when company comes to the door, greeting a strange dog, etc. We will take it one command at a time until your dog understands what you want him to do in various situations and locations.

  • Dog Behaviorist
  • Dog Jumping
  • Dog Parties
    Program details

    Dog Parties are an amazing way for me to socialize your dog as well as keep in touch with you during, and after our initial training. The dog parties help me teach the dogs how to play nicely with each other as well as with the adults and kids that are there. I only allow dogs I have trained to attend the dog parties. This way we can ensure that all the dogs attending will listen and behave with one another. Most people keep in touch with me through the dog parties. This way you can ask questions, keep your dog socialized throughout his life, not to mention give him a workout playing with all the pups.

  • Personal Dog Trainer
  • Personalized Training
  • Private Trainer
  • Quality Canines by Kim is owned and operated by Kim Ryan-Mueller
    Program details

    Quality Canines by Kim is owned and operated by Kim Ryan-Mueller. Kim is a certified trainer and professional dog behaviorist. Her certifications include: basic/advanced obedience, police K-9, and support dog training for the disabled. Kim provides Professional in-home dog training for all ages, breeds and problems. All packages guaranteed. Certified Trainer/Professional Behaviorist.

  • Socialization
    Program details

    Don't think that you will be missing out on socialization if you go with in home training. Socialization is a huge part of our training. Your dog will feel confident and will respond in all types of situations once the training is completed.

  • Support Dog Training
  • Training Process
    Program details

    We will start by scheduling two times a week for me to meet with you at your home or other place of choice to begin training. We begin with three weeks for on-leash training and six weeks for on and off leash training. The first lesson will last 2 hours, some longer depending on the severity of the problems. The lessons thereafter will last approximately an hour. Each time I come out I will begin teaching your dog the new commands as well as the hand signals. You are watching and listening during this time so that you understand the training methods. Once I see that he/she is catching on I will begin working with you (with your dog) to make sure he/she will listen to you. I will continue to help until you feel comfortable with the new commands. Each week you and your dog will learn more commands. We will cover the obedience commands with our voice and hand signals, as well as without our voice.

  • Training Programs
  • Training Training
  • Walk in the Park
    Program details

    In the park we want your dog to be able to run, sniff and play. We have an additional set of commands your dog will learn at the park to make sure he doesn’t run off, chase joggers, or run up to other dogs.

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.9
out of 5171 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Socialization 32
  • Knowledgeable trainer 26
  • Dog parties 21
  • Dog whisperer 17
  • Knowledge of dog behavior 11
  • Personalized training 7
All 10 topics
  • Confident dog 6
  • Lifetime guarantee 6
  • Boundary training 3
  • Stubborn dog training 2

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100 collected reviews

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Michele Kulwin
5/5
Kim is an exceptional dog trainer who has truly transformed my relationship with my girl. Magnolia loved Kim from the first minute they met. Kim has a magical way of connecting with dogs. Kim’s unique ability to read a dog's body language and breathing patterns allows her to ant…Read full reviewClose full review

Kim is an exceptional dog trainer who has truly transformed my relationship with my girl. Magnolia loved Kim from the first minute they met. Kim has a magical way of connecting with dogs. Kim’s unique ability to read a dog's body language and breathing patterns allows her to anticipate their reactions with remarkable accuracy. This skill has proven invaluable in our training sessions, as Kim can quickly adjust her approach based on my dog's subtle cues. One of the most impressive aspects of Kim's training style is her focus on educating the owner. While she certainly helped my dog learn new behaviors, I found that I gained even more knowledge about canine communication and psychology. Kim's patient explanations and demonstrations have given me a deeper understanding of my dog's needs and motivations, allowing me to be a better pet parent long after our sessions end. Kim's dedication to her clients is evident in her round-the-clock availability. She is flexible and can accommodate training questions at all hours, which is particularly helpful for busy pet owners. What sets Kim apart from other trainers is her holistic approach to dog education. Not only does she conduct in-home training sessions, which allow her to address specific household challenges, but she also takes dogs on field trips to various environments.These outings provide invaluable real-world experience, helping dogs learn to navigate different situations with confidence and composure. Perhaps the most reassuring aspect of working with Kim is the lifetime guarantee I purchased. Knowing that I can rely on her expertise for years to come gives me peace of mind and ensures that my dog and I will always have access to top-notch training and support. The bond between my dog and me has deepened significantly thanks to her guidance, and I wholeheartedly recommend her services to any dog owner looking to build a stronger, more harmonious relationship with their fur baby.

Mallory McMunigal
5/5
Kim is the best at what she does. My dog loves her like family. She truly understands everything about dogs and is willing to help you work through anything. She taught my dog tons and me even more. She gave me the knowledge and confidence to continue to train my dog upon graduat…Read full reviewClose full review

Kim is the best at what she does. My dog loves her like family. She truly understands everything about dogs and is willing to help you work through anything. She taught my dog tons and me even more. She gave me the knowledge and confidence to continue to train my dog upon graduation. She took us on lots of fun field trips to help my dog behave in public settings. She is filled with enthusiasm, positivity, a genuine desire to help everyone to see all the potential their dogs truly have. We knew our dog was great, but Kim made her fantastic. Don’t hesitate, hire her to train your dog!

Kelly Bucheger
5/5
I don't even know where to start with how much Kim has been a blessing to our family. We were told that we should give our newly adopted dog back to the shelter because he was "aggressive." I reached out to Kim, feeling desperate for someone to help us, because we saw the poten…Read full reviewClose full review

I don't even know where to start with how much Kim has been a blessing to our family. We were told that we should give our newly adopted dog back to the shelter because he was "aggressive." I reached out to Kim, feeling desperate for someone to help us, because we saw the potential in our big guy (Mojo) and wanted someone else to see that potential, too. She responded the same day and gave us so much hope. Upon meeting Kim the first time, we knew we found an angel who would be able to help us! She even signed a contract that stated she would not leave us, we needed that reassurance! She also told us that Mojo wasn't aggressive, he just needed to learn some manners. He was, as she lovingly put it, a "creepy dog." She spent so much time, coming to our house, training us on how to be the best owners to Mojo. She was available by text at all hours. We would go on field trips to different places to make sure Mojo was polite in public and not just in the home. She also set up dog parties in which we would be able to take Mojo and meet other dogs that Kim had trained to socialize him. The thing that sets Kim apart from other trainers is that she understands dog behavior and psychology. Kim knows how they're going to react by watching their body language/breathing, and explains how we, as owners, can correct or encourage it. Her passion for dog training is evident in everything she does, every story she tells, and every part of her life. I don't say it lightly when I say she is a dog whisperer. We often talk about how we would have missed out on the world's best dog if we would have listened to those who said to return him. Mojo has grown and learned so much and he would not be where he is now without Kim. She is the greatest at what she does.

Debbie Ehardt
5/5
We were referred to Kim by a friend, and we couldn’t be more grateful for her expertise in dog training. Kim is not only highly professional and knowledgeable, but her deep understanding of canine behavior and her ability to tailor each session to our German Shepherd puppy's uniq…Read full reviewClose full review

We were referred to Kim by a friend, and we couldn’t be more grateful for her expertise in dog training. Kim is not only highly professional and knowledgeable, but her deep understanding of canine behavior and her ability to tailor each session to our German Shepherd puppy's unique needs were exceptional. Her one-on-one training techniques were incredibly calming, helping our puppy feel confident, attentive, and responsive to commands. If I could give her 10 stars, I would! Kim is an amazing trainer and a wonderful person—our puppy absolutely adores her, and so do we.

Jaymee O'Grady
5/5
Kim is wonderful, I worked with her to train our puppy offleash. I was honestly a little hesitant that she would learn everything so quickly but it was like magic. Our papillon learned everything then some. You can tell Kim is genuinely invested in the dogs she trains, she's alwa…Read full reviewClose full review

Kim is wonderful, I worked with her to train our puppy offleash. I was honestly a little hesitant that she would learn everything so quickly but it was like magic. Our papillon learned everything then some. You can tell Kim is genuinely invested in the dogs she trains, she's always available for support and even creates a safe space for socialization with her dog parties. I cannot say enough good things about our experience.

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