About Our Philosophy
Why audacious?
At Audacious Dog Training, audacious means being bold, daring, and unafraid.
For dogs, that means feeling safe, loved, and understood, and setting them up for success with the confidence to learn and grow.
For humans, it means feeling empowered to forge a fearless bond with your dog, and to embrace their (and your!) unique individual personality to face the world together.
Are you ready to shamelessly love your dog?
Charles Kay Starr
VSA-Certified Dog Trainer
My name’s Charles Kay Starr, but most just call me Kay. I am a proud graduate of the Victoria Stillwell Academy (VSA-CDT) as well as a Fear Free certified trainer, a student of the Grisha Stewart Academy, and supporting member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants.
My mission is to help people strengthen the loving bonds in their lives through positive communication and understanding. I use fun and games (literally!) to teach you and your dog how to speak each other’s language, setting you up for lasting success and a lifetime of happy memories together.
Every dog and person is unique and deserving of a specialized approach to help them succeed and be happy in life! I am committed to using positive reinforcement methods that help minimize fear, anxiety, and stress (for both you and your dog), even in the most unfair of situations.
Some of my most cherished relationships have been with dogs, including my current three: Ozzy, Adaora, and Lola. I also volunteer with a number of local Colorado shelters and rescues and love watching dogs find their forever homes.
I cannot imagine my life without dogs, and I want to help make the world a better place for our pups and their parents, by informing the public and helping parents navigate the sea of misinformation, removing potential barriers that may hinder their loving relationships, give them the tools that they need and deserve, and earn the title of Audacious!
If you’ve read this far, I hope you’re ready to be audacious too! I offer private lessons in the comfort of your own home, and will create a custom plan to fit your goals. Get in touch with me to get started on this journey with your beloved friends!