Kynagon Dog Trainers Academy NL

About Kynagon Dog Trainers Academy NL

Kynagon Dog Trainers Academy NL is a dog training and education centre in Amstelveen. It offers a dog trainer course and individual dog training, including puppy training, basic obedience and help with behavioural problems.

Training approach

Training follows the Kynagon method: positive, force-free and based on scientifically supported methods. The approach focuses on cooperation and trust between dog and owner.

Dog trainer course

The course covers learning theory, behaviour and body language, cue and clicker training, and resolving behavioural problems. Participants practise with dogs of different temperaments, breeds and ages.

• Learning theory and behaviour analysis
• Understanding dog behaviour and body language
• Cue training and clicker training
• Behavioural problems such as stress, phobias and aggression
• Client management and practical exercises

Individual dog training

There are lesson packages for puppies, basic obedience and behavioural problems. For behavioural problems, training starts with an assessment, after which a plan is made.

• Individual puppy training: 5 private lessons of 1 hour
• Individual basic obedience training: 7 private lessons of 1.5 hours
• Individual training for behavioural problems: usually 8 to 10 lessons

About the owner

Patricia Walker-Koopman opened her own Kynagon Dog Trainers Academy in Amstelveen in 2022. She trained at the Karen Pryor Academy in America and specialised in Operant Conditioning.

Practical information

The training location is on Amsteldijk Zuid in Amstelveen. Free parking is available at the location.

• Amsteldijk Zuid 79C, 1184 VE Amstelveen
• Free parking at the location