Kansas City Dog Training Built on Connection, Not Compliance
Positive reinforcement, force-free dog training for puppies, everyday behavior challenges, reactivity, and aggression in the Kansas City area.
No shock collars. No prong collars. No intimidation. Just practical training built around you and your dog.
You don't need a perfectly obedient dog. You need a dog you can enjoy living with.
Maybe your puppy is biting everything. Your dog pulls you down the street. Guests coming over is chaos. Or your dog is barking, lunging, growling, or has even bitten someone.
Whatever brought you here, we'll start by understanding why the behavior is happening — then build practical skills that make everyday life easier.
Connection over compliance.
Dog Running & Enrichment
One-on-one dog running and enrichment in Kansas City built around your dog's needs. Run, walk, sniff and explore with a professional dog trainer.
Training should feel good for both ends of the leash.
Force-Free Training
We don't use fear, pain, shock, or intimidation to change behavior.
Understand the Individual
We consider your dog's needs, experiences, and environment to understand what's driving their behavior.
Skills for Everyday Life
We focus on practical skills that help you and your dog navigate everyday situations together.
Hi, I'm Nate.
I'm the trainer behind Connected Dog Training. My approach to dog training changed after seeing firsthand what can happen when obedience is prioritized over a dog's emotional wellbeing.
Today, I use positive reinforcement, choice, enrichment, management, and behavior science to provide connection-focused training that helps dogs and their people better understand each other.
My professional education includes completing Kim Brophey's L.E.G.S. Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediation Professional Course, along with Michael Shikashio's Master Course in Aggression in Dogs. As a certified Family Dog Mediator, I focus on understanding behavior through each dog's individual needs, environment, and experiences.
Client Reviews
“Nate is fantastic at training dogs (and humans 🤣). His instructions are logical and helped us connect with Bishop. After just a few sessions, we have the tools to help Bishop make smart decisions.
I've gone from questioning why we had a dog to truly enjoying having Bishop in our home. We can't recommend Nate enough!!”
— Chloe LangrNate has been working with my new girl for awhile now. I am a very experienced Weimaraner owner, but he has helped out tremendously with potty training and, especially, leaving the cat alone.
— Jen CooperGetting Started is Easy
Book a Free Evaluation
Tell me what's going on and what you'd like life with your dog to look like.
Build a Training Plan
We'll create a plan around your dog, your goals, and your everyday life.
Start Training
Learn practical skills while building better communication and connection.