bare knuckle dog training

Suki is ‘Queen of the House’, so she thinks anyway, and really timid. I don’t have a lot of experience with dogs so that combination made it really difficult for me to get her to listen (adopted her at 4 so she had some set in her ways already). Kehli took the time to first get to know Suki. He let her know he’s not a bad guy and wasn’t there to hurt or shame her. It took a few weeks for her to really open up to him but she loved to see him and looked forward to some games. Kehli taught us both many things and what I liked most is the mini tests... ‘ok let’s see you do this now’. The final training test was a doozy and admittedly I was terrified as a few other dogs came out while Suki was off leash. Guess what? She listened and came back when called. Quite impressive if you knew her :) Loved the training, and actually miss it a bit and look forward to some sporadic training and refresher courses in the future. Kehli was a great teacher for both of us... Suki and I. Pictures of Suki off leash… still amazing. :)

I contacted Kehli after having limited success working with other “trainers” for my 2 year old Australian Shepherd, Nellie. We went with the two week basic obedience board and train program. Nellie went to training with limited basic obedience and moderate to severe reactivity to dogs and people from limited socialization during Covid. Although the two weeks felt like years, I couldn’t be happier with the dog that I picked up. I can now take Nellie out into social situations and we BOTH know what to do. I didn’t expect that the most valuable part of her training would be the lessons I received to maintain and build on everything she learned. I received frequent check-ins while she was away and several after training to make sure she is doing well. Kehli has taught me how to be a better owner with his enormous amount of knowledge that he is more than willing to share. Nellie went from being a parvo puppy who barely survived to a beach girl living her best life thanks to Kehli.

We looked for some time to find a trainer for our 4 year old Australian Cattle Dog, Stark, and were so happy to have happened upon Kehli! We sent Stark to train with Kehli for his 4 week behavior modification program as she was very reactive on leash and extremely overwhelmed when riding in the car or out in public. Kehli was able to teach Stark (and us) a lot of new skills to use as tools to curb her behavior! Stark is one of two ACD babies we have and became the problem child who always ended up having to be left at home. We felt terrible, but taking her anywhere was such a hassle and so stressful that we felt there was no other option until we found Kehli! I never thought we would be able to have another peaceful car ride again with our girl or be able to take her out to coffee with us, but Kehli's training has truly improved our lives and definitely Stark's! We are so impressed with Kehli we are sending our other 3 year old ACD to him for 2 weeks as well! He truly cares about every dog that he takes in to train and their quality of life, as well as the dogs' owners. He is extremely passionate about his job and is willing to take texts or calls with any questions following training and even the photos and videos I like to send of our happy Starky girl out and about :) We cannot thank him enough!

They did an amazing job with my two dogs. Had a lot of trouble training both my dogs together because of size difference. They keep your dogs in their own home and give them plenty of love and education. My dogs came back after the 2 week session with all the knowledge and ability I expected. They also dl a great job of training the owner on how to maintain, adapt, and continue to train your dog to whatever suits your needs. I reccomend this service to anyone who asks about our dogs or compliments their good behavior.

We sent our 2 year old Doxie to Kehli for the 2 week training and he has returned a changed dog. Kehli not only trains your dog, but educates the owner so that they are successful moving forward. He follows up through home visits and video chats and is always available to answer questions. With work on our part, we will eventually have the well behaved dog of our dreams!!

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Initially we signed our boy Marv up to go for a 4 week Behavior Modification with Kehli. After just 4 days and Marv not showing improvement with how nervous he was being away from us there was very careful consideration and knowledge from Kehli and he made the decision to send Marv back home and instead do in home sessions and virtual check-ins with us. We thought for sure we wouldn't be able to train Marv the way he would have, but Kehli is absolutely amazing. Every in home visit we had he guided us, helped us and trained with Marv. We still have a long ways to go and a heck of a lot more to learn, but we are so incredibly thankful for how much he has taught us, shown us and proven to us. Marv is a very special case and he has a lot going on we have had to work through, but we are so happy Kehli never thought twice to help. You're the "Dogfather" Kehli, just like the mug I made you says!! We look forward to working with you more in the near future. 🐾

Kehli works wonders! He gave us and our pug Frankie all of his attention, expertly focusing not only on what our dog needs to be the best version of herself, but also providing us with the tools we need to help her along the way. Everyone’s better off in our household thanks to Kehli! Recommend especially for any dog who needs desensitization training like our lil one did.

Exceptional Training for Deaf Dogs at Bare Knuckle Dog Training!

I cannot speak highly enough of the incredible experience our pit terrier mix, Bones, had at Bare Knuckle Dog Training. Bones is deaf, presenting unique challenges in training, but thanks to the exceptional skills and dedication of head trainer and owner, Kehli, our journey has been nothing short of remarkable.

Kehli's patience with Bones was truly commendable. He took the time to understand Bones' individual needs and crafted a personalized training plan that catered specifically to her deafness. This level of attentiveness set the tone for a positive and successful training experience.

The diligence demonstrated by Kehli throughout the training sessions was impressive. He consistently went above and beyond to ensure that Bones not only grasped the hand and collar commands but also understood them in various environments. The training wasn't just about commands; it was about creating a strong bond and understanding between Bones and his human counterparts.

What struck us the most was the genuine care Kehli showed for Bones. It was clear that he wasn't just doing a job; he was invested in the well-being and success of every dog he worked with. This level of passion is what makes Bare Knuckle Dog Training stand out in the world of canine education.

If you have a deaf dog or any dog in need of professional training, I wholeheartedly recommend Bare Knuckle Dog Training. Their commitment to excellence, combined with a genuine love for dogs, makes them the go-to choice for anyone looking to embark on a positive and transformative journey with their furry companions. Thank you, Bare Knuckle Dog Training, for making a lasting difference in Bones' life!