TRAINING · DAY CAMP · BOARDING · ST. LOUIS
A calmer dog starts with a calmer you.
Practical dog training, day camp, and boarding in St. Louis. We help your dog build better habits and give you the confidence to keep them going.
WHAT WE DO
Everything your dog needs, in one place.
Training
From puppy basics to leash manners and reactivity, we help dogs build better habits and owners build lasting confidence. Private lessons and board & train, plus free weekly Office Hours for the life of your dog.
Day camp
Supervised play in carefully matched groups, with practice on good manners along the way. Your dog comes home tired and happy, and you get photo updates during the day.
Boarding
Heading out of town? Leave your dog with people who already know their personality and routines. A familiar, attentive setting makes time apart easier for everyone.
SOUND FAMILIAR?
Loving your dog shouldn’t feel this hard.
The walk you dread
Pulling, barking, and lunging at every dog across the street. Some days the walk is the hardest part of your day.
Nowhere you trust to leave them
You want more than a place to drop off your dog. You want people who know them, care about them, and make them feel at home.
Advice that doesn’t stick
You’ve watched the videos and tried the tips. What works with a trainer doesn’t always hold up once you’re back home.
WHY “THE GOOD WOLF”
Feed the good wolf.
There’s an old parable about two wolves inside each of us, one driven by fear and frustration, the other by patience and calm. Which one grows stronger? The one you feed.
Life with a dog works the same way. Every walk, every greeting at the door, every small habit strengthens one wolf or the other.
That’s why we don’t just train dogs. We teach people how to communicate clearly, respond calmly, and build better habits together.
HOW IT WORKS
Three steps to a calmer dog.
1. Tell us about your dog
Share a little about your dog, your goals, and what’s been hard. Kendall will call you to talk it through.
2. Find the right fit
We’ll recommend training, day camp, boarding, or a mix that fits your dog and your schedule.
3. Enjoy your dog
Calmer walks, easier routines, and more confidence with your dog, at home and out in the world.
YOUR TRAINER
Meet Kendall
OWNER & LEAD TRAINER
Kendall believes good training starts with understanding both ends of the leash. She has spent years helping St. Louis dogs go from reactive and overwhelmed to calm and confident, and clients say she remembers every dog by name.
Your dog is a mirror. The calmer you get, the calmer they get. That’s where the real training happens.
Support that doesn’t end at graduation
Every current and past program client gets free weekly Office Hours for the lifetime of their dog, so you always have somewhere to turn when new questions come up.
REVIEWS
What St. Louis dog owners say.
★★★★★
“Absolutely amazing. I’ve done boarding and training and both were wonderful. Walking in, everyone knows Judy by name. She’s excited to go in the mornings and worn out when I pick her up.”
Erin K. · boarding & training
★★★★★
“We rescued our dog four months ago and she really lacked structure. Kendall completely improved the trust and relationship between us and our dog.”
David H. · training
★★★★★
“My dog Bart absolutely loves it here! Kendall is fantastic and I appreciate the update texts throughout the day. I can’t recommend them enough.”
Daniel C. · day camp
Let’s talk about your dog.
Tell us a little about your dog and what you’re looking for. Kendall will be in touch to answer questions and help you find the right next step.
Prefer to reach out directly? Call or text (618) 960-9395 or email kendall@goodwolfstl.com.