Cruso Kennels
& Dog Training
The kennel is climate controlled inside with individual outdoor patios separated by a doggie door. Your dog gets to choose if they want to hang out in the AC or lay on a cot in the breeze and watch the wildlife.We have 20 acres with private walking trails for nature walks. We are a very small kennel so your dog gets lots of individual attention and basic manners tutoring as well as lots of enrichment activities. You will get an idea of easy things you can do at home to keep your pup entertained. We do not do playgroups with dogs from multiple families. Licensed and inspected by the state of North Carolina.You’ll get photo updates and peace of mind while you are out of town.$55 a night for the first dog, $30 for each additional dog
Private Training Lessons
We'll met your dog where they're at and work towards where you want to be. Most commonly, lessons happen at home because that’s where your dog is most comfortable and ready to learn. We can go anywhere your dog needs some help- the park, brewery patio or on a walk around the neighborhood.$60 an hour
About Me
My start in the dog world was working at Longmont Humane Society in Colorado. I saw many sad stories of dogs being surrendered or abandoned, sometimes for basic obedience issues. My own dog, Bodhi, was surrendered there by his family when he was 5 months old. He remained there for a few months before I took him home. He is dog reactive. I understand what it is like to have a dog that can be unpredictable and I can help if you also love a dog that can be scary.After the shelter, I went to school for Zoo Keeping in Colorado Springs where I learned about animal behavior and fell in love with training. While attending classes and doing internships, I worked at a couple dog daycare/boarding facilities. Day in and day out, I was handling stressed dogs and managing large groups of dogs together. This helped me learn to read dog body language. I am able to point out the subtle signs your dog is displaying so you can understand them better.After a brief stint as a keeper at Pueblo Zoo, I realized my passion was training and zoo keepers often don’t have the luxury of time to train. So, I began dog training professionally. I worked for a couple different training companies, watching different methods in action and developing my approach.I will help you communicate effectively and build a firm foundational relationship with your dog using positive reinforcement- just like with the exotics at the zoo. Training different species that you can't compel to do anything made me a particularly patient and still trainer. On the other hand, working and volunteering with shelter dogs taught me that sometimes there are behaviors that are just unacceptable. In dog trainer lingo, my method is "LIMA" (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive).
