Professional Background

Kathi O’Malley is a Certified Canine Behavior Consultant and Trainer based in Middle Tennessee. She provides her services to a wide range of communities including Spring Hill, Franklin, Brentwood, Columbia, and the surrounding areas. Kathi is recognized as an Associate and Founding Member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. She is also a Member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.

Areas of Expertise

Kathi specializes in addressing and resolving specific behavioral issues and conflicts that arise between people and their canine companions. Her work encompasses both common problems—such as dogs jumping up on people—as well as more complex challenges, including those related to fear and anxiety.

Training Philosophy

Kathi advocates for an approach to dog training that resembles raising a youngster within a family or social group. She emphasizes the importance of understanding dogs by learning their language, rather than simply expecting them to comprehend human behaviors and expectations. According to Kathi, the fast-paced nature of modern life exposes dogs to significant stimulation, often without equipping them with the skills needed to cope effectively.

Commitment to Continuing Education

Throughout her professional career, Kathi O’Malley has demonstrated a strong commitment to staying current with the latest developments in canine behavior and training. She has attended numerous conferences and seminars over the years, and in more recent times, she has also participated in webinars to further her knowledge. This ongoing dedication to education ensures that Kathi consistently applies the most up-to-date, force-free, and science-based training methods. Her goal is to continually enhance the relationship between human guardians and their canine companions by utilizing approaches that prioritize the well-being and understanding of both dogs and their people.

Her training methods focus on creating an educational process that is both fun and rewarding for owners and their pets. Kathi highlights the transformative power of viewing the relationship between people and their dogs as a team effort. She encourages owners to strive for a cooperative partnership, wherein both parties work toward shared goals.

Building a Cooperative Partnership

Kathi believes that the best path to achieving a successful relationship with your dog is to teach owners how to accurately read and understand canine body language. This skill serves as the foundation for communicating more clearly and effectively with their dogs, ultimately leading to positive changes in canine behavior.