Dog Training with Crimson Hound

The right fit for all of your training needs!

BEYOND Traditional Training

My training philosophy focuses less on traditional obedience and more on teaching practical life skills to dogs. We will work together to develop better communication between you and your dog, build a bond based in trust and understanding and overcome behavior issues by helping your pup to learn the skills he needs to succeed.

Ethical and Force Free Methods

My training philosophy relies on the use of ethical, rewards-based techniques that do not rely on pain or force. As a Fear Free Certified Professional, I will not purposely cause stress, pain or anxiety to realize goals and will not recommend choke collars, prong collars or shock collars as a means to address a problem behavior.

Ongoing Communication

Communication is vital to success. All clients receive a custom homework plan after each session, along with relevant handouts and video tutorials. I provide full coaching support between sessions. You are encouraged to check in, ask questions, submit videos for review. My goal is to set you and your pup up for success.

Modern, Science-Informed Training

The training industry is unregulated, meaning that anyone can call themselves a dog trainer. As a certified dog behavior consultant and professional dog trainer, I have chosen to educate myself on the science behind learning theory and canine behavior and I have demonstrated my mastery of the topics through international certification board exams.

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

Voted a 2023 Sniffspot Best Dog Trainer in Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Crimson Hound, LLC is based in La Crosse, Wisconsin. I offer in-home training sessions and day training throughout the Coulee Region, as well as virtual sessions, online courses and a select number of small group classes.

“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?

Crimson Hound offers a variety of dog training services to suit every need.

Private In-Home Training

Private Virtual Training

Safe at Home Day Training

Online Courses

Rescue Ready Lifeline
Monthly Program

Canine-Assisted Skill Building

Everyone is in a different place with regard to knowledge, training experience and time to train. For this reason, I offer three different training services: private in-home training, private virtual training and in-home day training.

The same services are also available as packages specifically designed for puppies that are four months old and younger. During your puppy sessions, I will help you through potty training and sleepless nights and set you up for success as you enter the teething and adolescent stages of puppy growth.

Take the first step by choosing the package that is right for you, filling out the behavior history form and scheduling your first session!

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.
Safe At Home Day Training	Your dog learns from a professional trainer. You attend weekly update sessions.	Private in-home sessions. I train your dog three times a week and meet with you weekly.	Video updates after every session, weekly skills transfers sessions and 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.
Rescue Ready Lifeline 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 Rescue Ready course plus ongoing support through monthly activities, expert Q&A sessions, handouts and a supportive online community.

How many sessions should I book?

Best For:	3 sessions Private/Virtual Training	5 sessions Private/Virtual Training	2 weeks Safe at Home Day Training	4 weeks Safe at Home Day Training
Basic Skills Sit, Down, Wait, Drop, Leave It, Polite Greetings, New Puppy Skills, Counter Surfing,	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Advanced Skills Stay, Place, Leash Manners, Recalls, Door Manners	Yes – IF dog has strong Basic Skills	Yes	Yes – IF dog has strong Basic Skills	Yes
Behavior Modification Fear/Anxiety, Leash Reactivity, Aggressive Behavior, Resource Guarding, Handling Issues	Depends on severity of issue	Yes – IF dog has strong Basic Skills	Depends on severity of issue	Yes – IF dog has strong Basic Skills

These are only estimates. All dogs are unique individuals and actual training times will vary. Depending on the skill level of owner and dog, and the severity of behavior issues, client may need to purchase additional sessions. Contact me if you have questions about service type or number of sessions.

Still have questions about my services.

Adolescent Behaviors

Private Virtual Classes for Reactive Dogs

Rewards-Based Methods

Fearful dogs

Leash Manners

How to Meet Dogs/People

Aggressive Behaviors

Basic Skills

Countersurfing

Separation-Related Behaviors

Being Safe with Kids and Dogs

New Puppy Skills

Enrichment

Multi-Dog Households

Virtual Courses

“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

Crimson Hound