Proudly serving
Central Pennsylvania Customers since
2009
Meet Kristina & Astro
A dedicated dog trainer and her beloved companion, Astro, united by a lifelong love and deep understanding of dogs.
Kristina’s connection with animals began in childhood, rescuing strays and bringing them home. Her first dog, Charly, a Standard Poodle, taught her unconditional love and became her partner in training classes and at her first dog show.
After moving to the United States more than 20 years ago, Kristina discovered a natural talent and passion for working with dogs. She began her career at a local pet resort, running off-leash playgroups and assessing canine behavior.
A graduate of Animal Behavior College, Kristina regularly pursues continuing education by attending workshops, courses, and hands-on training to stay current with evidence-based practices. She has been training dogs professionally for more than 17 years.
With a degree in Business Administration and a background in private banking in Estonia, Kristina brings discipline, patience, responsibility, and attention to detail to every client. Her combination of formal training, extensive hands-on experience, and a deep understanding of animal behavior allows her to treat each dog as an individual.
For Kristina, training goes beyond commands. It’s about understanding behavior, building trust, and strengthening the bond between dogs and their owners through clear communication and mutual respect.
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My Training Philosophy
I believe every dog deserves a life built on trust, respect, and joy. My training approach is rooted in positive reinforcement and the principles of learning theory, using reward-based methods to encourage desired behaviors and build lasting confidence.
I focus on humane, science-informed socialization that considers each dog’s individual temperament, learning pace, and emotional needs. By understanding how dogs learn and communicate, we can create a stronger bond and make training both effective and enjoyable.
A well-trained dog is not simply a dog that follows commands — it is a dog that understands what is expected and feels confident in its relationship with its owner.
Dog training options
Find the Right Training for Your Dog
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What you can expect:
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Positive, reward-based training
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Basic obedience and manners
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Focus and impulse control
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Practice around other dogs
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Socialization and confidence building
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Guidance for owners
Group training provides a positive and structured environment where dogs can learn while practicing their skills around other dogs and people.
Classes focus on building reliable behaviors, improving focus and communication, and helping dogs become more confident in everyday situations. Group sessions also give owners the opportunity to learn how to support their dogs consistently outside of class.
Join our group classes to socialize your dog while learning essential commands. It's a fun way to train with other dog owners.
Group Classes Available
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Private Sessions
Our private sessions provide personalized attention, addressing specific behavioral issues and training goals for your dog.
Personalized training for you and your dog
Every dog is different, and private training can help with basic obedience, leash walking, manners, socialization, confidence building, and specific behavior challenges.
What you can expect:
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One-on-one attention
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Personalized training plan
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Positive reinforcement methods
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Practical guidance for everyday life
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Training tailored to your dog’s individual needs
Behavioral Support
We offer behavioral support to help manage anxiety, aggression, and other challenges. Our methods ensure a positive experience for you and your dog.
Behavioral support is designed for dogs struggling with specific behaviors that can make everyday life more difficult.
Training focuses on understanding the reasons behind the behavior and teaching your dog more appropriate, confident responses.
Support may include:
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Help with leash reactivity, jumping,
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Excessive barking,
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Fear, anxiety, impulse control, and other behavior challenges.
Each training approach is tailored to the individual dog, with an emphasis on positive reinforcement, clear communication, and practical strategies that owners can use in everyday life.
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What my Clients say
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