Testimonials
Real Stories From Real Clients
I love hearing how my services have positively impacted both dogs and their owners. Below, you’ll find honest feedback from clients who have seen real results with my in-home training, pet sitting, and enrichment services. If you’re ready to give your dog the same experience, don’t hesitate to reach out — I’d love to help!
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Dana B.
Cooki - Golden Doodle
Cooki is 1 yr and 6 months. Kourtenay has been privately training and boarding my dog since she was 8 weeks old. Cooki can sit, lay down, stay, crate trained, doesn’t whine. Potty trained and mostly obedient. My daughter is very sensitive and needed a comfort dog. Cooki is becoming a very good comfort dog for our family. Thanks to Kourtenay and Josh [My Husband - Cultivated Canine Stay & Play] for their care and consistency. The private lessons are totally worth it and I have a safe place for my dog to go when I travel.
Beth D.
Red - Labradoodle
For the last 3 years++ Kourt has helped us so much with training, boarding and beyond! She has tirelessly helped us with our pandemic puppy who lost socialization opportunities because of the pandemic. He was insecure and reactive once the pandemic was over and we began to go out in public. With compassion and understanding, Kourt was able to help Red (and me!) feel more comfortable in social situations. She truly loves Red so much that we have boarded him when there was a family issue that required me to be out of town unexpectedly for a long time! I cannot say enough good things about Kourt!
Brianna H.
Pulse, Ruger, Flambé, Strange, Rez
Kourtenay has house & dog sat for me many many times over the past 2 years. She’s been able to potty break & play with all 6 of my dogs to get their energy out when we do day trips to Austin or Dallas. She’s stayed over night as well. All the dogs do super well with her & I love the updates. She’s never been late, and her communication is great. I trust Kourtenay, fully!
Candice E.
Maximus - Great Pyrenees
My boy is the sweetest but he is reactive with dogs in public. 2 lessons with Kourtenay and I already feel like there is hope for him!! It helps that he loves her!!! If you’re on the fence about it I 100% recommend giving her a try!!
Grace Z.
Pi
I can’t recommend Kourtenay highly enough! She has been working with Pi since she was just 4 months old (now 3 years old), and the difference she has made is incredible. From the very beginning, her calm and patient demeanor stood out. She truly understands dogs and always takes the time to tailor her approach to what Pi needs most.
Beyond her skill as a trainer, she’s also been a trusted dog sitter for us. I never have to worry when Pi is in her care — I know she’s in the best hands. Kourtenay is not only knowledgeable and professional, but she’s also very communicative. I always feel informed and reassured, whether it’s about training progress or updates when she’s sitting.
If you're looking for someone who truly loves what they do and treats your dog like their own, look no further. We are forever grateful we found Kourtenay!
Angie A.
Gus - Chocolate Lab
Kourtenay with Hearth and Hounds is truly amazing—hands down the best trainer we’ve ever worked with. Our rescue pup, Gus, was dealing with high reactivity and anxiety, likely stemming from a combination of early life experiences. From the very beginning, Kourtenay listened with empathy and truly heard our concerns.
She came to meet Gus, carefully evaluated his behavior, and developed a thoughtful, actionable plan to help him work through his anxiety. What sets Kourtenay apart is not just her deep knowledge, but her patience and compassion. She didn’t just give us generic tips—she gave us tailored strategies and real, honest feedback that helped us understand Gus better and become better partners in his progress.
Gus absolutely adores her. During our weekly sessions, he would wait by the door looking out the window in anticipation of her arrival. It was clear he felt safe with her. Kourtenay’s dedication extended beyond training sessions—she sent us updates, photos, and videos, and treated Gus as if he were her own.
We’re so grateful for Kourtenay’s guidance and heart. She’s not just a trainer—she’s a partner in your pup’s journey.
