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The Dogs' Spot - Dog Training Center and Boutique

North Kansas City, Missouri

4.6/5· 154 Google reviews

About The Dogs' Spot - Dog Training Center and Boutique

Our mission is to provide the premiere spot for Kansas City’s community of dog lovers who want to employ the art and science of positive reinforcement, find that unique connection with their dog, and make new friends along the way. We now have a Boutique that supports our training mission by offering a curated selection of items that will enrich your dog's life.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Canine Good Citizen preparation
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
  • Recall training Customer-reported

Behavior support

  • Fear and confidence
  • Reactivity training

How training happens

  • Group classes
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Adolescent dogs
  • Puppies
    Program details

    Start your pup out on the right paw by safely exposing him or her to the challenges of living in a messy human world. In weekly themed activities, our innovative curriculum integrates obedience such as sit, down and coming when called into real-life situations like dinnertime, going to the vet, etc. · Listed price: $229.00

Training level

  • Advanced obedience
  • Beginner training

Class options

  • Drop-in classes

Support between sessions

  • Refresher training

Assistance and working dogs

  • Detection dog training
  • Therapy dog training

Dog sports

  • Agility
  • Flyball
  • Scent work

Your dog’s background

  • Deaf or blind dogs Customer-reported

Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement

Other listed services

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  • 6-Week Class
  • Canine Conditioning
  • Dog Evaluation
  • Dog Handling
  • Dog Tricks
  • Private Consultations
  • Specialty Classes
  • Teaching Classes
  • Tricks Class
  • Facility Rental
  • Surviving Adolescence
    Program details

    Are you wondering where your sweet doting puppy has gone? Are you worried you, or your puppy, may not survive adolescence? We hear you! And we can help! Join us as we negotiate the challenges of puppies becoming dogs. Learn how behaviors taught in a controlled environment are our saving grace. · Listed price: $229.00

  • Animal Behavior
  • Canine Behavior
  • Canine Conditioning Classes
  • Canine Fitness Classes
  • Canine Therapy
  • Dog Activities
  • Dog Anxiety
  • Dog Program
  • Dog Sports
  • Dog Treat
  • Dog's Behavior
  • Manners Classes
  • Off Leash
  • Problem Behaviors
  • Virtual Coaching
  • Room Rental

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Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

Do you train deaf dogs, blind dogs or blind and deaf dogs?

Yes, our staff has extensive experience training deaf dogs, blind dogs, and blind and deaf dogs. We often have deaf dogs in many of our group classes including our puppy socialization class we call Puppy Prep and our Surviving Adolescence class. You will also find deaf dogs in our Agiity, NoseWork, Tricks, and other specialty classes. Blind and blind and deaf dogs can be found Puppy Prep, Surviving Adolescence, NoseWork and Tricks classes. And of course, we are happy to work with families privately, as well.

Community answer · The Dogs' Spot - Dog Training Center and Boutique · 2025-09-21

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What kind of experience do your trainers have? Are they certified?

Just like other professions, dog trainers specialize in different areas of training: i.e., Puppy Socialization, Canine Good Citizen, Therapy Dogs, Agility, K9 Nose Work®, K9 Fitness, Reactive Dog, and others. When you train with us, you’ll receive instruction from some of the best educated and highest credentialed trainers in their areas of specialty. Providing the most up-to-date, effective, and fun training is our top priority. For this reason, all instructors are committed to continuing their education in canine cognition, training, and behavior. And to top it off, by training with us you’ll also have more class options than any other training facility in the greater KC area. You can see the individual certifications for each of our trainers on our website, at: https://www.thedogsspot.com/trainers/kansascity

Community answer · The Dogs' Spot - Dog Training Center and Boutique · 2024-09-21

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What types of classes are available for my dog at The Dog's Spot?

At The Dogs’ Spot, we will show you how to help your dogs make good choices by showing you how to focus on reinforcing desirable behaviors, rather than inadvertently reinforcing undesirable ones. Small classes and private consultations are offered in Puppy Socialization, Family Manners, Canine Good Citizen® training and evaluations, Dog Agility, K9 Nose Work®, Therapy Dog preparation, Flyball, and Reactive Dog classes.

Community answer · The Dogs' Spot - Dog Training Center and Boutique · 2024-09-21

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Is there an orientation class in person? We were wanting to see the facility before we commit to classes.

All of our orientation classes are currently being held remotely. However, we'd be happy to have you drop by our facility anytime we're open to give you a tour and answer any questions you have. Just let us know when you'd like to come by so we can have someone available to speak with you. Please let me know if you have any additional questions. Thank you! Laura

Community answer · The Dogs' Spot - Dog Training Center and Boutique · 2021-09-21

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Can this place help you find out if your dog is dog aggressive or not? I want to get another dog but dont want anyone getting hurt.

Yes they can

Community answer · Bobby Weis · 2020-09-21

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How lo g is the agility training and what is the cost

Agility Fundamentals is the first class in the Agility series. This six-week class is geared toward the dog/handler team whose long-term goal is to compete, learn a new sport, or just have fun. This course covers equipment and team communication skills. As the handler's and dog's skills progress, they will be introduced to sequencing, polishing obstacle performance, building the dog's confidence and enthusiasm, and introducing the handler to basic course analysis skills. This is a foundation course and will require homework to ensure the dog's long-term success. The cost of this six-week class is: $249. The second class in the series is Agility Fundamentals II. This six-week class is geared to the dog/handler team that is continuing on from the Fundamentals level. This class costs: $249. You can also purchase the bundle for both classes at: $459.

Community answer · The Dogs' Spot - Dog Training Center and Boutique · 2024-09-21

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What the cost

Generally classes start at about $30 an hour. But, you can buy packages and save money. The first two sets of puppy classes are purchased for each entire course. After that you get punch cards and can enroll in one week at a time. So, for example as we moved from the second course Surviving Adolescents to the more advanced classes, we only spent a week in each of the intermediate classes before we were able to start the canine good citizen classes. Since I didn't have spend weeks in classes my dog didn't need, I feel like we saved money. If all goes well we will complete the good citizen classes in 4 or 5 sessions. Thus saving time and money. I have been VERY happy with the training methods that are used and drive from east of Raytown. I am currently training my new pup with Laura and she trained my 13 year old pup when he was a baby and I have a lot of respect for her and her methods

Community answer · Robert Tom McKaig · 2019-09-21

The prices vary depending on the class. I believe all the prices are listed on the website

Community answer · Slepr · 2019-09-21

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.6
out of 5154 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Knowledgeable trainers 13
  • Agility classes 11
  • Puppy class 11
  • Positive reinforcement 8
  • Reactive dog class 8
  • Nosework training 5
All 10 topics
  • Personable staff 5
  • Personalized training 4
  • Welcoming atmosphere 4
  • Clear instruction 3

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100 collected reviews

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Samantha Runyon
5/5
Hazel Fay and I just finished the Tranquil Treks class at The Dogs’ Spot, and it was wonderful. KJ is an outstanding instructor—patient, insightful, and great at helping both dogs and humans feel confident. We learned fun, simple games that completely transformed our walks. The g…Read full reviewClose full review

Hazel Fay and I just finished the Tranquil Treks class at The Dogs’ Spot, and it was wonderful. KJ is an outstanding instructor—patient, insightful, and great at helping both dogs and humans feel confident. We learned fun, simple games that completely transformed our walks. The game “123” felt truly magical. I’m now walking my Chihuahua on a 20-foot leash, and it somehow feels like she’s both on leash and totally free. Her confidence has soared—oh, the places we will go! If you want calmer, happier walks and a stronger bond with your dog, Tranquil Treks with KJ is a gem. Highly recommended! 🌟🐾 Additional my cat has learned the 123 game just from me practicing it with Hazel Fay at home!

Lynn Lanning
5/5

Had two great classes for my one year old rescue dog. Natalie was awesome in adult manners and KJ was a huge help with Tranquil Treks class. I appreciate the gentle, positive method of training. My dog loves everyone there as well, you can tell the instructors are all huge dog lovers and have the well-being of your dog as their priority.

Maya
5/5
The Dogs' Spot is, without a doubt, the best dog training facility in the larger Kansas City metro. All of their employees are kind, knowledgeable, caring, genuine people and their collective training expertise is vast. From just basic household manners to high level competition …Read full reviewClose full review

The Dogs' Spot is, without a doubt, the best dog training facility in the larger Kansas City metro. All of their employees are kind, knowledgeable, caring, genuine people and their collective training expertise is vast. From just basic household manners to high level competition agility, they have someone on staff with the skills to train you and your dog. Classes include tangible techniques and games as well as the science and canine psychology behind why they work. In addition, there are very few places that both understand reactive dogs AND work hard to assess them and ensure they can participate in a safe way. I have taken classes with KJ and Grace, both of whom are incredibly genuine, helpful, smart, and experienced. They don't just teach dog training, they teach humans to better understand their dogs. I am beyond grateful to have found The Dogs' Spot and to have the opportunity to learn from KJ, Grace, Natalie, Angelo, and Leanne. If you're looking for a dog training facility, especially if you have a reactive dog, look no further!

Jo T
5/5
I cannot say enough good things about The Dog Spot! I sought them out because they are one of the few listed as *deaf-dog friendly & I couldn't be more pleased! The owner has deaf dogs, there are deaf dogs in their classes and the trainers are more than willing to guide you and y…Read full reviewClose full review

I cannot say enough good things about The Dog Spot! I sought them out because they are one of the few listed as *deaf-dog friendly & I couldn't be more pleased! The owner has deaf dogs, there are deaf dogs in their classes and the trainers are more than willing to guide you and your dog (deaf or not) in positive reinforcement with great results. They have been such a blessing to Miss Maple & I in our communication journey! We are having a BLAST in our agility courses! I love seeing my dog LOVE learning and figuring out new things! Deaf dogs can do it too!

Emily Ward
5/5

The trainers at The Dog’s Spot are absolutely amazing! They’re so knowledgeable and caring, and they treat every dog like family. My pup has grown so much thanks to their guidance. If you’re looking for training that truly makes a difference, you’ll love it

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