Positive
Reinforcement
Dog Trainer...

...in the Kansas City area that
specializes in basic obedience
and puppy training

Voted Best Dog Trainer in Johnson County 2024!

From

2 legs to 4....

My name is Taryn Tyler and I am the owner and creator of Teacher Turned Trainer. I was an elementary education teacher by trade, but I have had a strong passion for dogs my entire life. I’ve had the privilege of owning 3 different dogs in my adult life, and my goal is to take the special knowledge I’ve learned from each of them and apply it to all my clients.

Lefty- This lovable boy was the first dog my husband and I owned together. And even though he passed away way too young, he showed me the type of big lug, dopey boy who just needs some basic direction and obedience.

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Services

Teacher Turned Trainer offers multiple package options that are guaranteed to fit your dog training needs.

01 Parent Teacher Conference

$30

30 minute consultation
In person, remote, or over the phone
Discussion about where you want your training journey to begin

02 Pre School

$200

Pre planning session to prepare for your new furry friend
Shopping trip for all your needs
Home visit to help set up 
Puppy tips and resources included

03 Valedictorian

$640

8 session program
Best suited for puppies, new dogs to the home, and reactivity
45 minute to 1 hour sessions
$80 per session

04 Honor Roll

$510

6 session program
Best suited for specific skill requests, leash walking, and obedience refresh
45 minute to 1 hour sessions
$85 per session

05 Straight A’s

$360

4 session program
Best suited for a refresh on skills or a
quick tune up
45 minute to 1 hour sessions
$90 per session

All sessions are private and take place in your home
Pricing details are based on 1 dog in training
$50 per extra dog
First Responders Discount (10% for 1 member, 15% for 2 or more members)

WhyChoose Positive Reinforcement Training?

Positive reinforcement is a very powerful tool to shape or change your dog’s behavior long term because they associate those behaviors with positivity. When you reward your dog for a desired behavior, they are more likely to repeat that behavior. A reward can be anything like a treat, toy, or even just some pets. Positive reinforcement is all about earning the good stuff and also teaches your dog to love training.

Want to see your pup in graduation attire?

Each Teacher Turned Trainer package comes with a complimentary graduation ceremony at the conclusion of the last session. Graduation includes professional grade photos and a personalized graduation certificate.

WhyChoose Positive Reinforcement Training?

Positive reinforcement is a very powerful tool to shape or change your dog’s behavior long term because they associate those behaviors with positivity. When you reward your dog for a desired behavior, they are more likely to repeat that behavior. A reward can be anything like a treat, toy, or even just some pets. Positive reinforcement is all about earning the good stuff and also teaches your dog to love training.

Want to see your pup in graduation attire?

Each Teacher Turned Trainer package comes with a complimentary graduation ceremony at the conclusion of the last session. Graduation includes professional grade photos and a personalized graduation certificate.