ABOUT YOUR MIAMI DOG TRAINER
Meet Katie Casell, owner of Dances With Dogs
About Dances With Dogs
Dances With Dogs has been providing professional pet services in your neighborhood since 2002.
Our outstanding standards of service and devotion to humane, force-free care has earned us an excellent reputation with our clients in the Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, Cutler Bay, South Miami and Kendall, Florida area.
Our Mission
At Dances With Dogs, our mission is to cultivate harmonious relationships between pets and their owners through compassionate, force-free methods.
We are dedicated to ensuring that every interaction is built on trust, mutual respect, and a profound understanding of each pet’s individual needs.
From dog walking to training, we ensure that the well-being and happiness of the pets in our care are always at the forefront.
Meet Dances With Dogs founder Katie Casell
Katie Casell is a double-certified dog trainer, having graduated with distinction from:
Katie believes that dog training should be engaging, motivating, and fun for both you and your dog. That’s why all of her services utilize positive reinforcement. Training methods and equipment should never hurt or scare your dog.
Katie founded Dances with Dogs in 2002. Through the years, she has grown her team of dog trainers, dog walkers, and pet sitters, ensuring consistently reliable, detail-oriented service by conducting extensive background checks and training them to provide positive, fear-free care practices.
Katie’s Credentials
- Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training & Behavior (KPA CTP).
- CATCH Canine Trainers Academy (CCDTK).
- Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT).
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA).
- Fear Free Certified Professional Trainer and Pet Sitter (FFCP).
- Family Dog Mediator (FDM).
- Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS).
Check Out some of Katie’s Recent Posts
What Makes a Great Dog Walk? It’s Not What You Think
Rethinking the “Perfect” Dog Walk When most people picture a “great dog walk,” they imagine power walking around the neighborhood, logging as many steps as possible, or making sure their pup is “tired out” before returning home. But here’s the truth: what makes a dog...
Think Your Dog Is Stubborn? Here’s What’s Really Going On
The “Stubborn Dog” Myth Many dog owners describe their pets as stubborn when they don’t respond, ignore cues, or seem to do the opposite of what’s asked. But here’s the truth: dogs aren’t being stubborn. They’re communicating through their behavior, and what may look...
Miami Invasive Species & Pet Safety: 2025 Guide
Miami’s Most Troublesome Invasive Species—and How They Affect Our Pets Miami’s subtropical vibe is paradise for people and for invaders that hitchhike in through trade, travel, and the pet trade. From toxic cane toads prowling lawns after summer rains to iguanas...
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