Kristen Healy, CPDT-KA
Affirming and Serving All Guardians and Breeds
TrainSmaR+ is a Veteran, Woman-Owned Business
Credentials & Affiliations
Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
Graduate, Aggression in Dogs Master Course + Annual Conference Attendee
Professional Premium Member, Association for Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
Fear-Free Certified Professional - Animal Trainer Certification Program, Fear-Free Pets
Member, International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
Member, Canine Training Professional, Pet Professional Guild (PPG) Association for Force-Free Pet Professionals
Tier 1 Professional Dog Trainer (PCCT1), School for the Dogs (SFTD)
Former Trainer, Wholistic Hound Academy
Training Partner, Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA)
Graduate, Peaceable Paws Shaping Workshop by Pat Miller
DACVB, CAAB, & Veterinarian Endorsed
I help dogs and their humans by applying science-based behavior modification and training techniques.
Services & Specialties
Private Training (Online & In-Person*)
Behavior Consultations & Referrals (Online & In-Person*)
Breed & Household Compatibility Assessments
Disability-Accessible Training Plans & Techniques
Collaborative Training Plans (CAAB, DACVB, ACAAB, DVM/VMD)
Deaf & Blind Dogs (Congenital & Progressive)
Reactivity , Resource, & Aggression Issues
Basic Skills (e.g., Leash Walking, Recall, Simple Cues)
Environmental Management for All Stages / Ages
Minimal Restraint Handling & Fear-Free Confinement / Separation
Cooperative Husbandry & Veterinary Care
Safety Strategies for Homes & Families Inclusive of Children, Disabilities, Seniors, Multiple Dogs, & Other Species Combinations