Austin's Most Trusted Team for Dog Training and Behavior Solutions
We transform challenges into triumphs by providing owners and their dogs customized training and behavior solutions.
Austin's Most Trusted Team for Dog Training and Behavior Solutions
We transform challenges into triumphs by providing owners and their dogs customized training and behavior solutions.
You Can Have:
A dog you can safely and happily take with you anywhere you go.
A dog you can trust to behave well around everyone they meet.
A dog who is focused, and wants to work with you as a team.
We solve problems like these, every single day...
Our team has been providing professional training and care services to dogs and their owners in Austin and the surrounding area since 2007.
Our methods are built upon extensive knowledge and hands on experience solving complex behavior and training challenges for thousands of dogs and dog owners.
We are one of the only facilities in the area that will provides specialized therapeutic boarding and daycare for dogs with serious behavioral concerns.
"I have a pup with too much energy but can't tire them out because they will run off and not come back if I let them off leash."
"I am scared that my dog is going to hurt me because of their constant pulling, now we don't even go on a walk around our neighborhood."
"I want my dog to be able to socialize and have fun, but can't take them anywhere because they bark and lunge at other dogs and people."
"My dog is uncontrollable and jumps on every guest, I am so embarrassed that I stopped inviting visitors over altogether."
"My dog is aggressive and has been kicked out of every daycare and boarding facility we've tried, I am upset that I can't even leave town for the day."
"My dog bit the neighbor and I am worried I am going to be sued or that the city will take my dog from me."
"I have always wanted to try dog sports, but my dog is so reactive that we can't safely be anywhere near another dog or person."
We Believe You Deserve And Can Have...
A dog you can trust and the power to explore this world together.
The Ability To Communicate With Your Dog In A Way You Both Can Easily Understand
Advanced Obedience Skills You Can Rely On Your Dog Performing In Any Situation
An Experienced Trainer Who Is Truly Invested In Your Success
A Dog Who Is Motivated To Work With You
A Team of Experts You Can Trust To Provide The Highest Standard Of Care To Your Dog
A Safe, Fun, And Effective Way To Physically And Mentally Exercise Your Dog
Fast, Effective, Lifelong Results
We Love To Solve Problems Like These Every Single Day
"I have a pup with too much energy but can't tire them out because they will run off and not come back if I let them off leash."
"I am scared that my dog is going to hurt me because of their constant pulling, now we don't even go on a walk around our neighborhood."
"I want my dog to be able to socialize and have fun, but can't take them anywhere because they bark and lunge at other dogs and people."
"My dog is uncontrollable and jumps on every guest, I am so embarrassed that I stopped inviting visitors over altogether."
"My dog is aggressive and has been kicked out of every daycare and boarding facility we've tried, I am upset that I can't even leave town for the day."
"My dog bit the neighbor and I am worried I am going to be sued or that the city will take my dog from me."
"I have always wanted to try dog sports, but my dog is so reactive that we can't safely be anywhere near another dog or person."
Ritzy's Story
“My dog Ritzy is the sweetest rescue, but a harsh past left her with some baggage. She had leash aggression and due to not having been socialized as a pup, nearly everything excited her to the point of anxiety. I was dedicated to helping her learn to be a normal dog and fit in in our world, but as a new dog owner I was overwhelmed.
Thankfully Kelly was there to help. In our first session she showed me how quickly Ritzy could learn. She taught me to recognize when Ritzy was reaching her anxiety threshold, how to keep her below it, and how to raise what she could handle. Ritzy used to tug at her leash constantly, she even gnawed on it; now, she'll walk right by my side and I trust her to stay by me on off-leash trails. The mere sight of another dog used to push her over the edge; now she's actually manageable. Instead of reacting to everything, she's learning to think and put her amazing brain to use. We're even at the point where we're starting to wean her off her anti-anxiety medication, something I never thought possible before working with Kelly.
The difference is immense, friends and family comment on it often. The sessions with Kelly are always enjoyable, she’s always enthusiastic and gives great advice. I'd definitely recommend Kelly and am excited to continue Ritzy’s training!”
Emily K. & Ritzy
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At Austin Agility, you and your dog are truly in the best hands possible.
We have been providing professional training and care services to dogs and their owners in Austin and the surrounding area since 2007. Our methods are built upon extensive knowledge and hands on experience solving complex behavior and training challenges for thousands of dogs and dog owners. We are one of the only facilities in the area that provides specialized therapeutic boarding and daycare for dogs with serious behavioral concerns. Here, every dog is welcome, and no dog is turned away.
We take the stress, frustration, and guess work out of
dog training
for owners and their dogs!
Hi! I'm Kelly Springer.
In 2005 I found a litter of feral puppies in Volente, TX. One of those puppies, named Tucker, was particularly shy and fearful. Worried for Tucker's future, I searched for a trainer experienced enough to help, and after a year of trial and error, I finally found the perfect behavior specialist to help.
I was so inspired by Tucker's training and rehabilitation journey, that I began an apprenticeship with that same behavior specialist. At her facility I began to teach group classes, help with behavior cases, and manage the boarding and daycare program full time. It was around this same time that I began learning about the sport, dog agility.
In 2008 I found and adopted another feral puppy named Indi. Like Tucker, Indi was also very anxious and reactive. Though Indi was reactive, she thrived learning and playing the sport of agility and by two years old was able to compete at large agility competitions, earning agility titles in multiple different venues. Indi's amazing transformation was my inspiration in combining the sport of dog agility with behavior modification, creating a one of a kind training and behavior modification approach that could work for any dog.
In 2011, after years of teaching classes and working behavior cases, I became a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed through the Certification Council For Professional Dog Trainers.
I opened Austin Agility Dog Training in 2014, and since then have remained deeply entrenched in the world of rescue and rehabilitation, behavior therapy, and competition sports dog training.
I look forward to working with you and your dog!
Certifications and Associations
Just Three Simple Steps To Get The Dog Training Help You Need
Click Any Button On This Page!
The button will take you to our quick information request form, where you can tell us all about your dog, the behaviors you are seeing, or inquire about any of our training, boarding, and daycare services.
We Will Contact You Back!
You will receive a call, email, or text from us regarding setting up your free consultation, where we will talk more about you dog, the behaviors you are seeing, and what training program will be best to start with.
Then We Train Together!
Once we have completed our call we will schedule a start date for the training and behavior plan we discussed, where you and your dog will begin your journey along the path to success!
Our Promise to You
At Austin Agility Dog Training and Behavior Academy, both you and your dog will receive personalized attention, respect, and compassionate care tailored to your unique needs.
Compassionate And Clear Feedback From Your Trainer
A Strong Relationship With Your Trainer Built Upon Trust And Understanding
Respect For You And Your Dogs Individual Needs
A Support System You Can Count On
A Safe And Fun Space For You and Your Dog To Learn
Individual and Focused Attention
Tucker and Sawyer's Story
“Let me tell you, Kelly has been beyond amazing. She came the day after I brought my puppy home and guided me through introducing the dogs, providing a detailed plan for the weeks ahead. She was so great, I even enrolled the puppy in her puppy classes on Sundays!
She did a second training with us to see if we could get them off leash and playing, and it was amazing. My older dog, who is very weary of wrestling or dogs getting in his face, was running and playing full force with the puppy. I never thought I would see the day that he would be so relaxed and playing so well with a hyper puppy.
Since our second lesson, both my dogs are playing in the house together and my older dog is so happy and relaxed. I couldn't have asked for a better experience, and I am so grateful for Kelly's guidance throughout it. It was worth every penny to have both the puppy and my older dog comfortable and happy throughout the entire transition - and to see them as bonded as they are now, makes me so proud and happy!”
Kimberly S.
What Every Austin Agility Clients Receives...
Customized Training Plans that are tailored to you and your dogs individual and unique needs.
The knowledge and skills necessary to build the strongest communication system possible between you and your dog.
Lifelong results utilizing our proprietary rewards based training and behavior change techniques.
Learn how to use methods that build a strong foundation based on trust and understanding, fostering long term growth and harmony.
A trainer who truly values seeing you and your dog succeed, providing you with ongoing support and open communication every step of the way.
Access to training and behavior change methods built upon the use of positive reinforcement based training protocols.
The ability to enroll your dog in our VIP therapeutic daycare or boarding services, ensuring your dog always has a place to stay where their continued training and safety is of utmost importance.
Every Austin Agility Client Receives:
Customized Training Plans that are tailored to you and your dogs individual and unique needs.
The knowledge and skills necessary to build the strongest communication system possible between you and your dog.
Lifelong results utilizing our proprietary rewards based training and behavior change techniques.
Learn how to use methods that build a strong foundation based on trust and understanding, fostering long term growth and harmony.
A trainer who truly values seeing you and your dog succeed, providing you with ongoing support and open communication every step of the way.
Access to training and behavior change methods built upon the use of positive reinforcement based training protocols.
The ability to enroll your dog in our VIP therapeutic daycare or boarding services, ensuring your dog always has a place to stay where their continued training and safety is of utmost importance.
Ways To Train With Us:
Private Training and Behavior Modification Sessions
One-on-One training or behavior modification sessions custom tailored to you and your dogs individual needs. Sessions can be done at your home, at our facility, or a public location to work on "real world" training.
Boarding and Training and Daycare and Training
These two programs offer you the ability to sit back and relax while we put in the hands on training hours. Owners will be provided consistent updates as to what their dogs are learning, ensuring that they are set up for success when their dog returns home.
Classes and Workshops
Puppy Training, Obedience, Canine Good Citizen, Reactive Dog Socials, Agility Classes, and Group Hikes taught in a group format. Classes range from one hour workshops to ongoing weekly and biweekly group classes where you continue to advance your skills amongst a community of other dog owners and enthusiasts.
Poe's Story
“I don't even know where to begin. Our first session with Kelly left both me and my girlfriend elated, feeling so much more confident and prepared than we had been. Kelly immediately jumped in and started working with Poe, and we could instantly see that Kelly's method of training is incredibly effective. Kelly spent well over an hour with us, handling and working with Poe, fielding our endless barrage of questions, and providing us with fantastic advice and some structured homework. Just being around her and watching her interact with Poe was incredibly edifying. As a bonus, she's also unbelievably sweet, and very communicative as well. We're so excited to continue working with Kelly. Definitely recommend, without reservations.” - Ben & Poe
We are SO excited to guide you and your dog along this training journey!
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