

WELCOME
to a better relationship with your canine partner
A DECADE IN THE MAKING
MORE TO COME...
About
Hi, I'm Katie!
Growing up, my training journey began with horses, which instantly translated into how I interacted with our family dogs. This lifelong obsession with animal behavior and partnerships led me to choosing my college degree at Otterbein University in Equine Business Management.
During my junior year, a door opened into the world of service dog training. It was during my mentoring and training with Buckeye Service Dogs, that my professional canine career started and truly took off.
In 2016, I founded Katie’s Canine Connection. Over the last decade, my dedication to animals has taken me through a true Odyssey that has allowed me to refine my training knowledge and methodology.

Every single "side-quest" has brought me back to a training role. My life's calling is working with humans and helping them better understand the dogs in their lives, while having fun training dogs too.
Work History
Katie's Canine Connection - Owner
January 2016 to present
The Dog Wizard Cincinnati - Trainer
West Chester, OH | May 2024 to May 2026
The Dog Wizard Columbus - Head Trainer
Hilliard, OH | September 2023 to April 2024
Mann Vet Clinic - Veterinary Assistant
Galena, OH | December 2020 to July 2023
PetPeople - Part Time Key Holder
Westerville, OH | December 2019 to December 2020
Willow Wood Pet Resort & Training Center - Head Trainer
New Albany, OH | February 2016 - December 2016
Buckeye Service Dogs - Lead Trainer
Sunbury, OH | November 2013 - July 2022
Our Training Philosophy
Communication & Reward Based Training
Our training philosophy is built on fostering a genuine partnership between dogs and their humans through reward-based methods, clear communication, and setting clear and fair boundaries.
Our approach emphasizes the importance of effective communication, rewarding positive behaviors while establishing clear and fair boundaries that help dogs feel secure and confident. We understand that every dog is unique, and by tailoring our methods to each dog’s individual needs, we create a training plan that fosters trust, consistency, and understanding.
By providing guidance rooted in kindness and consistency, we help build a bond that goes beyond basic obedience, empowering owners to be kind but firm leaders creating a path for both dogs and their families to experience a harmonious, rewarding relationship.

Location & Service Area
Katie's Canine Connection is based in Lebanon, OH and has a general service area of 12 miles.
Extra charges apply to all services done outside of 12 miles.
Katie's Canine Connection will never charge hidden fees and all extra fees will be discussed prior to services rendered.

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