Dog Training with Crimson Hound

“Shout out to Crimson Hound Training for all your dog training needs! I am so thankful for Kerrie’s guidance over the last few years.”
Kelsey B. – Private In-Home Training client

The right fit for all of your training needs!

BEYOND Traditional Training

Training with Crimson Hound focuses on teaching practical life skills—not just obedience—through positive, relationship-based methods. Together, we’ll build clear communication, strengthen trust, and help your dog learn the tools they need to thrive in the real world.

Ethical, Low Stress Training

My training is rooted in ethical, rewards-based methods that never rely on pain, fear, or force. As a Fear Free Certified Professional, I prioritize your dog’s emotional well-being and will never use—or recommend—aversive tools like choke, prong, or shock collars. Training should build trust, not fear.

Success Beyond the Session

Training doesn’t stop when the session ends. You’ll receive a custom homework plan along with relevant handouts and videos to guide your practice. I offer ongoing support between sessions, and you’re always welcome to check in, ask questions, or share videos. My goal is to give you the tools and guidance needed for lasting success.

Qualified. Certified. Committed

The dog training industry is unregulated—anyone can call themselves a trainer. I’ve chosen a different path. As a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant and Professional Dog Trainer, I’ve invested in formal education and have demonstrated my knowledge through rigorous, science-based exams with international certification boards. You—and your dog—deserve nothing less.

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Platinum Award recipient for Best Pet Training by La Crosse CommunityVotes for 2024 & 2025.

Voted a Sniffspot Best Dog Trainer in Wisconsin since 2023.

Based in La Crosse, Wisconsin, Crimson Hound, LLC offers compassionate, expert-led training and support for dogs and their people. I am a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant and Certified Professional Dog Trainer, providing private in-home sessions throughout the Coulee Region, as well as virtual sessions, online courses, and pet loss grief support.

“Kerrie Hoar is a wonderful dog trainer, should you need one. I heartily recommend her.”
Kathy I – Private In-Home Training client

Why types of services does Crimson Hound Offer?

Everyone starts their training journey from a different place—whether it’s knowledge, experience, or time available. That’s why I offer flexible service options to meet you where you are,

Each option is designed to provide customized support for you and your dog in a way that works best for your lifestyle.

Which training service is right for you?

Training Service	Learning Style	Location	Support
Private In-Home	You and your dog learn together alongside a professional trainer.	Private sessions in your home.	Custom plan after every session includes homework, video tutorials, as well as full support between sessions.
Private Virtual	You and your dog learn together with virtual guidance from a professional.	Private sessions in your home via Zoom.	Custom plan after every session includes homework, video tutorials, as well as full support between sessions.
Online Courses	You and your dog learn together with the option of consulting a professional.	At home via self-paced, online learning modules.	Asynchronous online earning modules include video tutorials and activities. Group virtual Q&A and training sessions available.
Pawsitive Pathways Monthly Program	You and your dog learn alongside a community of fellow fosters and adopters.	Monthly online learning modules and virtual group sessions at home.	Includes Pawsitive Foundations course plus ongoing support through monthly activities, expert Q&A sessions, handouts and a supportive online community.
	You and your dog learn alongside a community of fellow fosters and adopters.

Still have questions about my services?

“Beneath every behavior there is a feeling. And beneath each feeling is a need. And when we meet that need rather than focus on the behavior, we begin to deal with the cause, not the symptom.”
~ Ashleigh Warner