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About
Certified in Canine Behavior Corrnell University 2002.
Veterinary Technician and Dog Trainer with over 20 years experience .
Rehabilitation
Fitness
We now offer grooming
Certified in Cold Laser Therapy Indiba , Companion
Gait Analysis
Positive motivation
Service Dog Training
Puppy
Adult
Clicker Training
Trick Training
Animal CPR certified
Agility
Herding
Nosework
Scent Detection
Online Zoom Conference meeting
AKC CGC evaluator
Member of APDT
Breeder of Best in Show Australian Shepherds
Best of Breed Westminster Kennel Club 2007
Veterinary Technician and Dog Training Animal Behaviour.
I love training dogs ! Problem solving,and really making clients with their dogs become successful .I enjoy challenging cases with behavior modification . Training dogs to become a well mannered happy pet, or a dog to preform tasks as a service dog. Evaluating dogs and their household to make training fun with providing the appropriate structured program.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 145 times
Background checked
1 employee
28 years in business
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2025
2024
2017
Services offered
Dog training package
Puppy training
Aggressive behavior modification
General obedience training
Therapy or service dog training
Dog size
Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)
Small (16 - 25 lbs)
Medium (26 - 40 lbs)
Large (41 - 70 lbs)
Dog training type
Private lessons
Board and train
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.
Excellent 4.9
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Sharon D.
Sep 14, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
The session was very helpful, we learned so much. Each of our dogs were evaluated from a health perspective on top of behavioral, interaction, age, breed. We highly recommend this trainer and business.
Details: 1 - 2 years old • Extra large (70+ lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Marissa B.
Sep 21, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kristin was so helpful and informative about training. She is so nice and is willing to answer any questions you might have and has made such a difference in the way i continue with my dog!
Details: 0 - 6 months old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • Therapy or service dog training • Leash pulling • House training • Barking • Biting • Chewing • Crate training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Pamela M.
Jun 30, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Was very helpful starting us training our over active puppy. We have started something recommended and it is helping. What I like is she is available to take a call or help with a problem. I would highly recommend.
Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Biting • Chewing • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Melanie H.
May 15, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kristin, was so fun to work with. My boy, Rufus, was super fond of her as well. She does positive training methods which I believe was very important to me as I want my Rufus to learn and grow in a positive environment. Rufus is only a puppy but has learned basic commands to help in his puppy phase at this time. Upon review of the training he recieved, Kristin gave me notes that were geared towards providing tips and tricks for Rufus that would help me on my own when training Rufus. She is super knowledgeable and experienced. She truly values our furry friends and their progress. Thank you Kristin! Will be returning for a few more sessions!
Details: 0 - 6 months old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Board and train at a facility • Puppy training • House training • Chewing • Destructive behavior • At the pro’s location
Dog Training
Danica C.
Jul 4, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kristen is amazing.
We were looking for a trainer who could help us with both training and therapy with a 3 year old samoyed who had suffered a carpal (wrist) injury. Kristen's experience as a breeder and trainer of working dogs combined with her experience as a vet tech made her the perfect choice and we're lucky we found her. Kristen primarily works with Australian Shepherds, breeding training and showing, but she is great with all breeds. Do you know she has shown dogs at Westminster?
Our Samoyed Lulu had an accident a year ago and her carpal joint had become inflamed. Lulu's stomach doesn't tolerate NSAIDS, and Lulu was in pain and picking up some bad habits.
Kristen took over and got everything on the right track right away.
First, Kristen helped us find a course of treatment that helped relieve Lulu's worst symptoms without harming her stomach, stabilizing her for the next step.
Then Kristen designed a course of training to simultaneously strengthen Lulu's muscles and joints. (Not just her wrist) to better support her weight, while also training Lulu for obedience. Kristen even managed conversations with a local vet to get the right combination of meds for Lulu including gabapenton.
Kristen went far beyond what we expected. I can't think of a better resource for training, working with physical challenges , coordinating treatment and doing it all seamlessly.
For any job, from basic puppy training to working dogtraining to complex cases like ours, you won't find anyone even close to Kristen.
Thanks Kristen!
The Blue Butterflydog Training LLC's reply
Thank you Danica , the long term relationship has been greatly appreciated!
Dog Training
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Kristin Michelle Jones Dunnemann
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Every client is based on their needs . Every case is individual .
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Free phone consultation first . Then a evaluation and the start training process right away .
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