Our Mission
The Devoted Dog is dedicated to helping improve the lives of dogs and other domestic pets through training, rehabilitation, and education. We seek to strengthen the human-animal bond using current, scientifically proven, purpose driven enrichment and training.
The Devoted Dog, LLC
Founded April 2021 - Located in Columbia, MO
The Devoted Dog is a growing dog training business seeking to expand services not just for dogs and dog owners, but for animals of all kinds in Columbia, MO and the surrounding mid-Missouri area. Whether you need help training a puppy, are considering a service dog candidate, want to train your cat or other small animal to do tricks, or have a dog struggling with anxiety, aggression, or reactivity. We are here to help! And with our partnership with Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue, we seek to help dogs in need of rehabilitation find placement in homes that are prepared to meet their training needs.
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In 2025, we started expanding beyond a "one-person" training business. Taking on employees, interns, and developing new programs and training services. In addition to our in-home, private training, we offer group classes covering everything from basic skills to agility work, scent training, and more!
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Over the summer, we'll be offering exclusive training "camps" - an entire week (or two) dedicated to your dog's care and training. We are also adding on an online training program, virtual behavior consultations, educational workshops, and a "train the trainer" program for youth and adults interested in improving their own training skills and learning how to delve into the world of animal training.
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Our vision is big!
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All training with The Devoted Dog will remain focused on positive reinforcement and proven force free techniques that will allow you to train your dog (or other animals) in a way that will be fun, enriching, and engaging for all involved. If you've used aversive tools in the past (prong collars, shock collars, choke chains, leash corrections, etc) and have thought "there must be a better way", you've come to the right place.
Interested in Joining Our Team?
The Devoted Dog is not currently taking on new employees, but if you are interested in becoming a Devoted Dog trainer, we are open to communication and working out when you can get started! Send your resume to: kaimurphey@thedevoteddog.org
OR, we also work with volunteers interested in dog training through our partnership with Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue. You can apply to volunteer with UMDR and specify that you'd like to help with training if you want to work with us!
