Raise Your Pet the Right Way

Certified Pet Trainer at Your Service

From preventing problems to helping solve them, Kristi Jones provides inclusive pet training services to help your animal become attentive, respectful, and well-mannered.

Kristi Jones, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA

Kristi Jones is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and Certified Behavior Consultant-Canine (CBCC-KA). She is also a certified fear-free trainer who has achieved the Silver level of Low Stress Handling certification in the Sophia Yin program. She is a member of The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), and the Professional Pet Guild (PPG). Moreover, she is an AKC evaluator for Canine Good Citizen and Trick Dog Titles. Kristi continues to enhance her education by attending seminars on training and behavior modification.

How It All Began

When a puppy named Jack entered her life, Kristi’s curiosity in dog training was piqued and eventually developed into a passion. Always one to enjoy a challenge, she has an avid interest in dogs with behavior quirks. She loves teaching dogs and their owners the lessons and skills they need to succeed in today’s world. Knowing the importance of early socialization for puppies and effective communication between dogs and their families, Kristi likes to share her experiences with others. She helps people get started down the correct path to a great life.

Kristi and Jack earned a CGC title, an AKC Community Canine title, and an APDT Rally Level 1 title. They participate in activities such as canicross, weight pulling, tracking, and nose work.

Work Experience

Kristi has worked with rescue groups and shelters in Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri for over 15 years in all capacities. She specializes in taking in hospice dogs and dogs that are older and difficult to rehome. Kristi has volunteered with a shelter, rescuing stray, feral, and former fighting dogs off the street; working with these dogs to prepare them for life as loving family members, therapy dogs, and service dogs.

She enjoys rescuing cats with special needs as well. Additionally, Kristi teaches group classes at BonaFide Dog Academy. Her own rescue family includes pugs, a black and tan coonhound, a Boston Terrier, several cats, and an African Grey parrot.

Specialization and Focus

Kristi stresses the importance of fear-free and pain-free training. She uses up-to-date and scientifically proven methods for changing behaviors without the use of choke chains, pinch collars, or any type of e-collar, such as vibration collars or shock collars.

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Testimonials From Pet Owners

Our cats Zach and Spencer had been very close and when we lost Spencer we noticed changes in Zach’s personality. After months of Zach’s behavior continuing to deteriorate, it was time to talk to a professional and see what could be done to help Zach get back to his laid-back nature. Kristi gave us an awareness of what may be going on in Zach’s mind and she showed us many new ideas that we are now implementing. Kristi provided us with a training plan that we could refer to when needed.

We are very grateful for all that Kristi has done to help us help our cat, Zach. We are delighted to recommend Kristi for any of your cat or dog training needs.

Michaela & Larry F.

If you are looking for help with training your pet, I highly recommend Kristi Jones. Jagger, our Miniature Schnauzer, was 14 months old when he joined our family. He was a sweet, lovable little guy but extremely timid and easily frightened. Kristi, with patience, love & wonderful professional skills has helped Jagger blossom.

I can’t adequately explain how much her work has helped him expand his world. He is so well behaved and his beautiful, fun personality is magnetic. Thank you, Kristi!

Lynn M.

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Learn how to deal with your pet’s behavior issues and effectively communicate with him or her. Contact Mind Your Manners Pet Training to book our lessons today! You may also get in touch with us for more information about our dog training and cat training services.