Demo
Mitchell shows the skill, what to reward, and what to skip.
Belleville Park
Small Group Classes
Practical park classes for leash walking, focus, recall, and safe social practice.
How class works
Practice, reset, repeat.
Class is one hour, but dogs are not asked to grind nonstop. We use short coached rounds, quick resets, and clear homework so the work stays useful after class.
Practice
Each team gets coached reps with their own dog.
Reset
Dogs get water, sniffing, and a mental break.
Repeat at home
You leave with a simple drill to keep the progress going.
Class breakdown
What each class covers.
Pick the skill that matches the problem you see on walks, at the park, or when your dog gets distracted.
Leash
Loose Leash Walking
Calmer walks without constant pulling.
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Leash
Loose Leash Walking
Calmer walks without constant pulling.
Learn moreShow lessLearn how to reward the moments your dog checks in, reset before pulling turns into a fight, and make walks feel more predictable.
Good for
Dogs who drag, zig-zag, stop-and-go, or get distracted on neighborhood walks.
Leave with
A simple leash routine you can use before every walk.
Reward timingDirection changesCheck-ins around distractions
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Focus
Focus and Engagement
Better attention when the world gets busy.
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Focus
Focus and Engagement
Better attention when the world gets busy.
Learn moreShow lessBuild engagement, clean resets, and starter heeling patterns so your dog can come back to you mentally instead of scanning everything else.
Good for
Dogs who lose focus around people, dogs, smells, cars, or park activity.
Leave with
A focus game and heel-start pattern for harder environments.
Name responseEngagement gamesHeeling foundations
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Recall
Recall
A stronger response when you call.
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Recall
Recall
A stronger response when you call.
Learn moreShow lessPractice recall as a repeatable game, not a one-time command, with rewards and movement that make coming back worth it.
Good for
Dogs who hesitate, sniff first, play keep-away, or need a safer recall foundation.
Leave with
A recall game plan for parks, yards, and long-line practice.
Come-when-called gamesReward placementDistraction practice
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Free social
Free Park Social Training
No-cost structured training around safe distractions.
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Free social
Free Park Social Training
No-cost structured training around safe distractions.
Learn moreShow lessCome to the park for guided socializing and training in a safe environment. Dogs stay handled and working; this is not off-leash free play.
Good for
Past students, people who want to meet other training-minded owners, or anyone curious about practicing around real park distractions.
Leave with
A better feel for training calmly around people, dogs, smells, and everyday park activity.
Calm social exposureHandler focusSafe park practice
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Pick your next training date.
Add one class or multiple dates. Your selections stay in the registration list while you compare times and locations.
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Learn more about the trainer
Mitchell Kilkenny brings Search and Rescue K9 handling into everyday dog training.
Classes are shaped by real-world handling: reading the dog in front of us, building clearer communication, and practicing around distractions that actually show up in daily life.
Small groups, practical reps, and patient coaching from someone training dogs where the skills have to hold up.
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Ready?
Start with one good class.
Simple, real-world training you can keep using at home.
Beginner Basics
Small Group Class
Beginner Basics is designed as a three-class series. You can still sign up for just one class, but all three together give your dog the cleanest progression.
Loose Leash Walking
Learn how to reward the moments your dog checks in, reset before pulling turns into a fight, and make walks feel more predictable.
Focus and Engagement
Build engagement, clean resets, and starter heeling patterns so your dog can come back to you mentally instead of scanning everything else.
Recall
Practice recall as a repeatable game, not a one-time command, with rewards and movement that make coming back worth it.
Private Training
Custom 1:1 coaching
Send a private lesson request, and Mitchell will call within 24 hours to schedule.
A plan for your dog, your goals, your neighborhood, and the situations that keep repeating.
Hands-on coaching for timing, leash handling, rewards, body language, and repeatable practice.
Missed private lessons require at least 24 hours advance cancellation.
Private puppy coaching
Raise your puppy right from the beginning.
Limited availabilityIn-person coaching
Puppy Foundations Program
An 8-week private coaching program with a clear roadmap from puppy chaos to a well-mannered companion.
The package
Everything you need to build the right habits early.
Every lesson builds on the previous one, so you always know what to practice and how to keep progressing.
16
private sessions
8
structured weeks
Unlimited
text support
Included
future group classes
Personalized homework and coaching
Real-world training exercises
What You'll Learn
Potty training
Crate training
Leash walking
Socialization & exposure
Puppy biting
Recall & coming when called
Focus around distractions
Place command
Public training
Problem solving & troubleshooting
Week-by-Week Curriculum
Weeks 1-2
Home habits: potty training, crate training, puppy biting, and your daily routine.
Weeks 3-4
Communication: leash skills, focus, place command, and calm behavior.
Weeks 5-6
Confidence: socialization, exposure, recall, and working around distractions.
Weeks 7-8
Real life: public practice, troubleshooting, and a plan for continued progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an online course?
No. Puppy Foundations is an in-person private coaching program.
How often do we meet?
You will meet twice per week for eight weeks, for a total of 16 private sessions.
Can I ask questions between sessions?
Yes. Text support is included so you can get help while you practice at home.
Is This Program Right For My Puppy?
This program is ideal for first-time puppy owners or anyone who wants a structured plan and professional guidance during their puppy's most important developmental months. It is designed for puppies and young dogs who need strong foundations at home and in the real world.
Limited availability
Puppy Foundations Program
Instead of booking random private sessions, follow a proven step-by-step roadmap.
Send a registration request today. Mitchell will call first to answer questions and make sure the program is a good fit for your puppy.
Investment
$1,199