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
Humane Dog Training & Walking Miami | Dances With Dogs
At Dances With Dogs, every decision we make comes back to one question: what does this feel like for the dog? Sometimes that question comes up with a curious new client, sometimes with a skeptic who has heard that "you need to be the alpha" or that "some dogs just...
How to Socialize Your Puppy Without Overwhelming Them
Recently, I worked with a client who has a young puppy and, like many well-meaning owners, they were determined to do everything right. They had heard how important puppy socialization is, so they went all in. Their puppy was going everywhere. Meeting everyone....
Dog Walking Apps vs Professional Dog Walkers in Miami
When Miami pet parents need help during the workday, it can be tempting to open an app, tap a few buttons, and book the first available dog walker. On the surface, dog walking apps promise convenience. Fast booking, flashy notifications, and a marketplace full of...
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