ABOUT EARL NEWLAND THE ORIGINAL KANSAS CITY DOG WHISPERER
Hello, my name is Earl Newland.
Dog behavior consultant & dog training coach
I SOLVE DOG PROBLEMS!
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HISTORY
Thank you for taking a few minutes to visit my website.
I grew up and went to school in Shawnee Kansas.
After a stint in he United States Navy I came back to Johnson county in 1977.
TRAINING UNDER FRANK CATANIA
After selling cars for awhile, I found myself with a wolfdog pup that I had acquired from Frank Catania at Midwest Security K9 Corps.
Half German Shepherd and half Alaskan Tundra wolf.
I had no idea how to handle or train him. I named him Deke.
MY DOG TRAINING ODYSSEY BEGAN IN THE FALL OF 1979
I enrolled ia Kansas state certified 16 week K9 Instructors school in 1981 operated by Mr. Frank M. Catania, a former United States Army K9 Instructor during the Viet Nam era.
He taught the same curriculum as he taught in the Army during the Viet Nam war.
Those were still the old 'crank and yank' dog training days.
My career in the dog training business had begun.
In the beginning I worked as kennel help. I wound up staying for 5 years eventually becoming kennel manager and certified K9 instructor.
During the day I cleaned kennels and fed about 50 of the meanest dogs in kansas city as well as fullblooded wolves and wolfdogs.
Most were rescue dogs.
My friends called me 'Scoop'.
But dog training was evolving.
In 1986 I hosted a dog training seminar on a new biting dog sport in America called French Ring Sport at Frank Catania's Midwest Security K9 Corps. I am a founding member of The American Ring Federation.
Frank had a great arena with lights, obstacle course and all.
The trainer that demonstrated bite work in a bite suit that day was a young trainer from Colorado.
His name was Stewart Hilliard. He went on to become Dr. Stewart Hilliard, the Chief of the military working dog course at Lackland Airforce base, Texas.
The first K9 training seminar I went to was in spring 1986. It was a police and ring sport training seminar In Newton , Ks. hosted by Vom Kaiserhofe's training center.
It was there I met Ed Frawley who now owns the largest most authoritative dog training website in the world. I have followed him for 40 years.
It was 2 months previous to that seminar that I took a weekend gig as a security guard and was ambushed in an armed robbery and shot in the face at point blank by a robber with a 12 ga. shotgun.
I was lucky to move fast enough that I didn't get any pellets in my face but my jaw was broken and I lost 10 teeth from the shell wadding.
I still have 50 birdshot in my left shoulder. I have been somewhat reclusive since then but I managed to have a respectable career in the dog training business. see my many 5 star reviews on the review page!
WORKING WITH RESCUE DOGS AND AGGRESSIVE DOGS
It was common knowledge around Kansas City in th days that if your German Shepherd or Doberman or any large breed became a liability, (bit someone) you gave it to Frank Catainia to rescue so it wouldn't be euthanized.
Then Frank would re-train these rescue dogs and use his students to do the handling. Most of these dogs were too touchy to go back to the general public and would be rented to salvage yards and car dealerships.
We would sometimes re-sell the more stable ones after teaching the potential buyer how to handle them.
At the same time, he would take in young wannabe dog trainers like myself and teach them how to handle and train these dangerous dogs.
It was on the job training like no other.
I know for a fact Frank took in and rehabilitated more rescue dogs than anyone in the mid-west for many years. We worked with some very scariest dogs.
The scariest dog I ever saw was a rescue dog. A big powerful St. Bernard. It lived out it's life at Franks kennel. No dog was turned away. Some Rescue dog rehabilitaion could not be accomplished on every dog.
We bred wolfdogs we called Tundra Shepherds because the wolves we cross bred with German Shepherd rescue dogs were Alaskan subspecies.
At some point I suggested putting 'American' in front of the name and the ATS dog was born but that is another story.
I have a lot of stories about working at MidWest Security K9 corps for Frank Catania.
He was my friend and I will always miss him.
MY INTRODUCTION TO THE PITBULL BREED
Frank Catania was a fierce advocate of the Pitbull Terrier Breed and fought breed specific legislation early on which he doesn't get credit for.
I remember taking Frank to The Overland Park city counsel meeting to testify against the outlawing of Pitbull dogs. They did it anyway but many years later the law was eventually changed.
Frank had a custom weight pull sled built for the local American Dog Breeders Asssociation Pitbull club to hold competitions.
I picked it up at the metal fabricating shop myself. It was super heavy duty welded angle iron with metal wheels on a metal track like a train or ore cart.
I have had the privilage of working with many pitbulls and fighting breeds of all shapes and sizes during my career with the public.
Franks memory and all the Pitbull dogs I have known inspired me to create my new Pitbull temperament certification app. at the top of this page.
Frank Catania taught me well and I never got bit. I worked there until 1987. Now I am a dog behavior consultant.
Frank Catania was a great teacher and taught us in the same manner as he did in the Army. He was hardcore old school. They don't make guys like that anymore.
The crazy thing was that Mr.Catania had been a quadraplegic since the 1970's. Yet he managed to run a guard dog kennel until 2010 although the guard dog rental days were long past.
Frank is buried at Fort Leavenworth Army Cemetary.
Below is an excerpt from his obituary.
Frank M. Catania was in the K-9 corp. during Vietnam and was awarded a Bronze Star for his work with dogs and authoring the U.S. Army manual FM 20-20 (Military Dog Training and Deployment} 117 pages.
After leaving the army in 1968 he started Mid-West K-9 Training Estates in Edwardsville KS where he spent his life developing a new breed of dog. He is recognized as the founder and developer of the American Tundra Shepherd.
Throughout the K-9 community Frank will always be remembered for his knowledge and being one of the great teachers of all time. He will be greatly missed and was loved by many including his dogs, pigeons and birds.
Military graveside services with full honors will be at Leavenworth Kansas National Cemetery in Leavenworth, KS.
A partial list of Frank's achievements include: Chief Army K-9 Instructor & Veterinary Technician; Awarded a Bronze Star by the US Army for his research & development of K-9 behavior evaluation and training methods.
VP & State Agent for the Humane Societies Inc.; Dir. of Edwardsville Animal Control; originator of Guard Dog Rental Services in KC; Court Pet Expert Witness.
Dir. for the First Canine Explorer Post in the USA: No. 2907 for the Boy Scouts of America; Boy Scout Counselor for Dog Training & Veterinary Technicians.
Advisor to the Kansas State Legislature for House Bill 2900, Vicious Dog Act
I am not just a dog trainer, I was taught as a K-9 Instructor, I am Known as The original Kansas City Dog Whisperer, I specialize in aggressive dog training, reactive dog training, puppy training, dog behavior coaching and rescue dog training in Kansas City.
I don't board and train or train your dog for you. I am a dog behavior consultant and training coach. I teach people to train their dogs. I do in-home coaching. I have aggression and reactivity expertise. I specialize in owner education and leadership also known as pack structure as well as rescue dog rehabilitation and dog behavior modification.
You are the trainer. Dogs do better with one trainer 'YOU'! This is a scientific fact.
DOG TRAINING THAT'S WITH YOU FOR THE LIFE OF YOUR DOG
Hiring a dog trainer shouldn't be about paying for a few lessons and hoping for the best.
It should be about having an experienced coach you can rely on whenever you need guidance.
That is exactly how I approach dog training.
With more than 45 years of professional experience and the 5 star reviews to back it up, I give you the knowledge and skills to become your dog's best trainer.
HERE IS HOW IT WORKS!
ONE FLAT FEE.
Instead of selling you endless packages or weekly classes. I charge a simple flat fee for your initial consultation and personalized training plan.
PERSONALIZED IN-HOME COACHING
Every dog and every family is different. I evaluate you dog's behavior, your goals, and your home environment. Then I create a customized training road map designed specifically for you.
UNLIMITED FOLLOW-UP AND SUPPORT
Our relationship doesn't end after the first visit.
If questions come up weeks, months, or even years later, I will be available for continued coaching, guidance, and support for the life of your dog.
YOU BECOME THE TRAINER
Dogs learn best from the person they live with everyday. My mission is to give you the knowledge, confidence, and modern training techniques needed so you'll never need another dog trainer.
Remember, Most Importantly,
DOGS LEARN THROUGH REPETITION! EVERY DAY IS TRAINING DAY!
MORE THAN OBEDIENCE
Whether you're raising a new puppy, rehabilitating a rescue dog, solving aggression or reactivity,improving obedience, or simply building a stronger relationship with your dog, I provide ongoing coaching-not just a one-time lesson.
PLEASE BE SELF MOTIVATED.
MY GOAL IS SIMPLE:
**Teach you how to effectively communicate with your dog, solve training and behavior problems, and enjoy a lifetime of success together.**
In conclusion a lot has changed in the dog training industry since I first went to Frank Catania's k9 Instructors school. I started out learning 'Old' school military 'crank & yank' dog training.
I had to learn modern dog training including MARKER TRAINING over the ensuing years.
I have always striven to keep up with the latest developments in dog training.
I attended many working dog and biting dog sports seminars and collected the latest high end training videos.
I didn't compete in dog sports competition unfortunately.
I was always struggling to make a living and acquiring other skills while protection training with my associates. RIP!
I TEACH YOU TO TRAIN YOUR DOG SO YOU NEVER HAVE TO HIRE A DOG TRAINER AGAIN!
I don't board and train or train your dog for you. I am a dog behavior consultant and training coach. I teach people to train their dogs. I do in-home coaching. I have aggression and reactivity expertise. I specialize in owner education and leadership also known as pack structure as well as rescue dog rehabilitation and dog behavior modification.
You are the trainer. Dogs do better with one trainer 'YOU'! This is a scientific fact.
DOG TRAINING THAT'S WITH YOU FOR THE LIFE OF YOUR DOG
Hiring a dog trainer shouldn't be about paying for a few lessons and hoping for the best.
It should be about having an experienced coach you can rely on whenever you need guidance.
That is exactly how I approach dog training.
With more than 45 years of professional experience and the 5 star reviews to back it up, I give you the knowledge and skills to become your dog's best trainer.
HERE IS HOW IT WORKS!
ONE FLAT FEE.
Instead of selling you endless packages or weekly classes. I charge a simple flat fee for your initial consultation and personalized training plan.
PERSONALIZED IN-HOME COACHING
Every dog and every family is different. I evaluate you dog's behavior, your goals, and your home environment. Then I create a customized training road map designed specifically for you.
UNLIMITED FOLLOW-UP AND SUPPORT
Our relationship doesn't end after the first visit.
If questions come up weeks, months, or even years later, I will be available for continued coaching, guidance, and support for the life of your dog.
YOU BECOME THE TRAINER
Dogs learn best from the person they live with everyday. My mission is to give you the knowledge, confidence, and modern training techniques needed so you'll never need another dog trainer.
Remember, Most Importantly,
DOGS LEARN THROUGH REPETITION! EVERY DAY IS TRAINING DAY!
MORE THAN OBEDIENCE
Whether you're raising a new puppy, rehabilitating a rescue dog, solving aggression or reactivity,improving obedience, or simply building a stronger relationship with your dog, I provide ongoing coaching-not just a one-time lesson.
PLEASE BE SELF MOTIVATED.
MY GOAL IS SIMPLE:
**Teach you how to effectively communicate with your dog, solve training and behavior problems, and enjoy a lifetime of success together.**
In conclusion a lot has changed in the dog training industry since I first went to Frank Catania's k9 Instructors school. I started out learning 'Old' school military 'crank & yank' dog training.
I had to learn modern dog training including MARKER TRAINING over the ensuing years.
I have always striven to keep up with the latest developments in dog training.
I attended many working dog and biting dog sports seminars and collected the latest high end training videos.
I didn't compete in dog sports competition unfortunately.
I was always struggling to make a living and acquiring other skills while protection training with my associates. RIP!
I TEACH YOU TO TRAIN YOUR DOG SO YOU NEVER HAVE TO HIRE A DOG TRAINER AGAIN!
