Quality Canines By Kim - Crystal Lake, Illinois

Michele K.

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.

Mary P. (. F. T. I. O.

I cannot recommend Kim highly enough! From the moment we started working together, her knowledge, patience, and genuine love for dogs were evident. She is especially excellent at making corrections without using any force or excessive punishment. My dog, Whiskey, was struggling with leash pulling, excessive barking, and reactivity, and by the end of our sessions, we saw incredible progress.

Kim tailored the training to mine and Whiskey's specific needs and made the entire process enjoyable for both of us. She explained techniques clearly and provided helpful training plans we could practice at home. It was amazing to see

Kelly B.

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.

Amanda M.

Kim is unbelievable. I have never met such a dedicated professional. She has so much experience and we have seen incredible progress with our pup in a short amount of time. The information she is teaching us is invaluable and will serve to improve the quality of our dog’s life. Kim leads with her heart and we feel SO lucky that we found her.

Sue S.

We adopted Tori in August 2024. She is a 4.5 year old Corgi that was rescued from a puppy mill situation and basically didn't know how to be a dog. When we brought Tori home she was scared of EVERYTHING! Every single noise small or loud, any type of movement, people and dogs. She refused to eat for 3-4 days and hid under our coffee table. She growled at our adult kids when they came home and snapped when someone would try to pet her. We have had other dogs but this little girl had soooo many layers we knew we needed help. I googled dog trainers and by chance found Kim's website and read through all the glowing reviews. The first time we met with her she sat on the floor explaining what she was doing and the psychology of it all in her approach to Tori and within a half hour she had Tori interested enough to come near her and take a treat. We knew at that moment we had found the right person!

Kim's passion for dogs is evident the first time you meet her! She listens, explains everything she is doing, why she is doing it, and the psychology behind it. She asks what you want your dog to learn, then tailors the lessons to teach it. I think she taught my husband and I just as much as she taught Tori. We learned how to be good "alphas" and she learned how to be a great dog! Kim's lessons and excursions to parks, Home Depot, walks in downtown Crystal Lake and her "dog parties" have all helped Tori and us to gain the confidence she needed to come out of her shell. In just 3 months' time Tori has learned sit, stay, come, heel, sit for the street, go to your place and walk down our stairs. She loves going for walks (both short and long leash ones) and car rides. Tori is also accepting pets from anyone who wants to come into our home.

We cannot thank her enough for all that she has done for Tori and us. I'm thrilled to have the lifetime guarantee that she offers in case we ever need help. Kim's reputation truly lives up to the hype. She is a "dog whisperer" in every sense of the word!

Holly F.

We are so grateful for Kim! In December we adopted a Boston Terrier who was approaching a year old. She had not been socialized or had any structure to her day to day. Kim came in and became part of our family. In a matter of weeks, our pup can heel consistently, automatically sits at street crossings, is getting really good at her off leash training, will "go to your place" when people come to the door, does sit/stay/down like a champ. We are so impressed! Kim makes all her clients feel a part of her family and community, regularly offering puppy parties, group walks, etc... to continue to help your pup interact with her other client's dogs to continue reinforcing commands. We love those sessions and having Kim available for ongoing support and love for our pup. Highly recommend her for any training needs you have!

Lenny P.

When you read the reviews for Kim, you think, how can someone get so many great reviews. Then you meet Kim and watch your dog respond to her training. We have had two Border Collies prior to this one. Her name is Skye and she is our 1st female (very stubborn one year old). We knew we needed help. We thought we were very knowledgeable about dogs after decades with our last two. She had Skye behaving within minutes and gave us an incredible amount of knowledge so that we can continue her training . Very rarely do you meet someone who is truly a master at their profession.

Mallory M.

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!