About Honest Dog Training Company

About Honest Dog Training Company

Honest Dog Training Company works in clients' homes and lists its area as "Serving Liberty, Gladstone, Parkville, Smithville and the greater Kansas City area". The about page says the business "is co-owned by John W. Moore and his wife, Kara", with John as head trainer. His background is given in detail: "A graduate of the University of Missouri–Kansas City with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, John has worked professionally with animals since 2014, including in veterinary medicine, preclinical research, and behavioral sciences, before dedicating his career fully to canine behavior." Kara is described as running marketing and operations, with a journalism degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Philosophy

The about page states the method as balanced and science-led: the foundation "begins with a scientific approach, and we believe balanced training provides the structure dogs need while keeping sessions engaging, rewarding, and tailored to each individual animal". The business also says it partners with Kansas City area shelters "to help increase the adoptability of rescue dogs".

How training runs

The approach is published in three stages: a free in-home consultation to design the plan; "Hands-on, science-based, and structured sessions" delivered at the owner's home; and continued support, with the business saying it aims to "be a resource you can call upon for the life of your pet".

Programs and published prices

The services page lists prices for each package: Behavior Assessment at $65, Puppy Foundations at $385, Puppy Performance at $425, Basic Obedience at $595, Canine Leadership at $725, Behavior Modification at $435, a Skills Refresher Class at $65, Puppies in the Park at $150 and a Doggy Chaperone service at $45. Two further services – Board and Train at $975 and In-Home Boarding at $95 – are both marked "TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE" and sold out on the page, so they should not be assumed bookable. The page also notes that in-home packages "may incur a small travel fee depending on location".

Credential note

The site footer describes the business as a "Proud Member of the American Kennel Club and Canine Good Citizen Program" – a membership claim rather than an individual trainer certification.