Welcome to Top Notch Dog Training

Say goodbye to frustration and hello to real solutions!

What’s the difference between a trained dog and an untrained dog?
Consistency and applying the right training plan. Dog training isn’t
rocket science and is something that can be done affordably, on your
schedule and tailored to your life style. With the right training plan,
your struggles can be over. With over 25 years of experience, our
individualized training packages and the results we have achieved, speak for themselves.

Kathy Donaldson

Kathy Donaldson is a lifelong resident of Kansas City, and has serviced
the metropolitan area for over 25 years. She offers private and in-home
consultations for home manners, life skills and basic obedience
commands. She has consulted with and helped numerous teams achieve
titles in Obedience, Agility, and Tracking. She is also an AKC
Temperament Test, Canine Good Citizen and Trick Dog Evaluator

She began her dog training journey in 1999 with her first dog, Maximus,
a nationally ranked German Shepherd Dog, through the German
Shepherd Dog Club of America. Her passion for training and competing
has only grown through the years. She has trained, coached and worked
with hundreds of dogs. Her current dog Nico is Kathy’s seventh
competition dog and they are working on another Versatile Companion Dog title.

She uses her vast experience to not only correct any behavioral issues
but to reinforce good habits. As a LIMA-certified member of the
Association of Professional Dog Trainers. Kathy helps the dog and owner
reach their full potential through tried-and-true techniques that lead to happier dogs and grateful owners.