Hi, I’m Katelyn.
I’m the owner and trainer behind Inclusion K9 Training in Sedalia, Missouri. I help dogs and their people build clearer communication, confidence, and the skills to enjoy more of life together.
My path into dog training started with a dog I loved and a life together that looked very different from what I’d imagined. I know how frustrating and isolating behavior struggles can feel, because I’ve been there myself. That experience is at the heart of why I do this work.
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I’m the owner and trainer behind Inclusion K9 Training in Sedalia, Missouri. I help dogs and their people build clearer communication, confidence, and the skills to enjoy more of life together.
My path into dog training started with a dog I loved and a life together that looked very different from what I’d imagined. I know how frustrating and isolating behavior struggles can feel, because I’ve been there myself. That experience is at the heart of why I do this work.
Hi, I’m Katelyn.
I’ve been where you are.
When I brought home my American Bulldog, I imagined taking him everywhere with me. Trips to the park, coffee shops, visits with friends and their dogs, and dinners on outdoor patios. I wanted him to be part of my life.
I enrolled him in puppy class, then moved on to group training. As he reached adolescence, he became reactive. Eventually, my inability to manage his behavior got us permanently dismissed from the group class.
At home, he began showing aggression toward me around his food. I spent almost a year working with several private trainers, trying to find help. During that time, he severely bit a family friend he knew well.
After spending thousands of dollars, I still had a 100-pound dog who pulled on leash, reacted to his surroundings, and guarded his food. He could perform obedience beautifully without distractions, but we were still struggling in everyday life.
I loved my dog, but the life I’d pictured with him felt out of reach.
When I brought home my American Bulldog, I imagined taking him everywhere with me. Trips to the park, coffee shops, visits with friends and their dogs, and dinners on outdoor patios. I wanted him to be part of my life.
I enrolled him in puppy class, then moved on to group training. As he reached adolescence, he became reactive. Eventually, my inability to manage his behavior got us permanently dismissed from the group class.
At home, he began showing aggression toward me around his food. I spent almost a year working with several private trainers, trying to find help. During that time, he severely bit a family friend he knew well.
After spending thousands of dollars, I still had a 100-pound dog who pulled on leash, reacted to his surroundings, and guarded his food. He could perform obedience beautifully without distractions, but we were still struggling in everyday life.
I loved my dog, but the life I’d pictured with him felt out of reach.
How my experience became my purpose.
Eventually, I found a trainer who helped us make meaningful progress and taught me how to communicate more clearly with my dog. After so much frustration, we were finally moving forward.
Friends and family noticed the changes and began asking for help with their own dogs. Then friends of friends started reaching out. Through helping them, I discovered how much I loved working with dogs and supporting the people who loved them.
I spent several years learning under a mentor before branching out and creating Inclusion K9 Training. My own experience shaped the purpose behind the name: helping people include their dogs in their lives.
I know what it feels like to love your dog deeply while struggling with their behavior. That’s why I want owners to feel heard, supported, and equipped to move forward with their dogs.
A collage of Moose living his best life. He really did become my everywhere dog.
Always learning. Always growing.
I’m committed to continuing my education through seminars, workshops, and hands-on training with other professionals. Learning from different trainers and approaches helps me expand my knowledge and adapt my work to the individual dogs and people I serve.
Let’s find your way forward.
If you’re struggling with your dog’s behavior or wondering what’s possible, I’d love to hear your story. Let’s talk about your dog, your goals, and how I can help you enjoy more of life together.