A Calmer Dog.
A Stronger Bond.
A Better Life.
Professional dog training across Southern Indiana and Louisville — specializing in obedience, behaviour modification, off-leash reliability, and more. Real-world results, built on trust.
- Certified Dog Trainer
- Real-World Training
- Behaviour Specialist
- Trusted by Hundreds of Owners
Featured Across Louisville & Southern Indiana Broadcasts
Hunter Twist is a trusted guest expert on regional television, sharing real-world training demonstrations, shelter advocacy, and canine behavior insights.
Canine Behavior & Training on Live Television
Hunter Twist live in studio discussing balanced dog training, shelter support, and helping pet owners build reliable communication and real-world manners.
Real Training.
Real Dogs.
Real Results.
$99 Dog Evaluation
A focused, one-on-one evaluation designed to understand your dog's behaviour, goals, challenges, and training needs — so we can build the clearest path forward, together.
- Behaviour assessment
- Personalised recommendations
- Training plan tailored to your goals
- Answers to your questions
Recognized. Certified. Trusted.
Over a decade of professional dog training — backed by certifications, shelter partnerships, and a reputation built on real results across Southern Indiana and Louisville.
12+ Years Experience
Over a decade of hands-on, real-world dog training.
Certified Dog Trainer
Professional certification with ongoing education.
Behaviour Specialist
Reactivity, anxiety & complex behaviour cases.
Shelter & Rescue Partnerships
Working alongside local rescues and shelters.
Service & Therapy Dog Training
Specialized programs for working dogs.
Public Demonstrations
Community events, clinics & TV appearances.
Recognized Credentials. Real Community Impact.
Hunter Twist holds verified credentials with leading national organizations and proudly partners with regional rescues and municipal organizations.
AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
Authorized AKC CGC Evaluator testing and certifying canine obedience & good manners.
American Red Cross
Pet First Aid and CPR certified — ensuring safety and wellbeing during every session.
Shamrock Pet Foundation
Dedicated shelter and rescue partner helping rehabilitate and rehome companion animals.
City of Jeffersonville
Trusted municipal and community partner serving Southern Indiana dog owners and parks.
More Than a Trainer.
A Partner in Your Dog's Journey.
For over a decade, Hunter Twist has helped dogs and their owners across Southern Indiana and Louisville build calmer, more confident relationships. His approach is built on real-world experience — not theory — shaped by thousands of hours working with every breed and temperament, from anxious rescues to high-drive working dogs.
Hunter reads each dog as an individual and coaches each owner to become the leader their dog is looking for. Clear, kind, consistent, and effective — that's the standard he's held since day one, and the reason clients keep sending their friends his way.
- Certified Dog Trainer
- Behaviour Specialist
- Service Dog Training
- Real-World Training
- Community Focused
Training With Purpose.
Training for Real Life.
Every dog is different. Every owner is different. So every plan is different. Hunter's approach is built on a handful of simple, proven principles — combined into a method that works in the real world, not just in a training ring.
- Clear Communication
A shared language between you and your dog — so cues, timing, and expectations finally click.
- Balanced Training
Structure and fairness, without rigidity — the right mix of guidance and freedom for every dog.
- Consistency
Repeatable habits that hold at home, on the trail, and in the distractions of everyday life.
- Confidence
A calmer, more settled dog — and an owner who trusts the process and the outcome.
- Positive Reinforcement
Reward what works. Motivate without manipulation, and build a dog that wants to engage with you.
- Real-World Reliability
Skills that survive the world outside — other dogs, strangers, and the unexpected.
- Tailored to You
Every plan is shaped around your dog's temperament and your lifestyle, not a generic template.
Real Training for Real Life
Our programs are designed for real-world results, from basic manners to advanced obedience and behaviour modification.
A clear path to the dog you've always wanted.
Book Your $99 Evaluation
A 90-minute deep-dive into your dog, your goals, and the path forward.
Custom Training Plan
A tailored roadmap built around your dog's temperament and your lifestyle.
Hands-On Coaching
One-on-one sessions with expert coaching for both dog and owner.
Lasting Results
Clear benchmarks, follow-up support, and a relationship that lasts.
Real owners. Real transformations.
Calmer dogs, stronger bonds, and results that hold up long after the last session. Here's what owners across Southern Indiana and Louisville say about working with Hunter.
across Google & referrals
“Our reactive rescue went from lunging on every walk to walking calmly past other dogs in six weeks. Hunter changed our lives.”
“We tried three trainers before this. The difference is night and day — clear, kind, and genuinely effective. Worth every penny.”
“The $99 evaluation alone was worth it. We finally understood our dog and got a real plan, not platitudes.”
Community demonstrations & events
Hunter regularly hosts public training demonstrations, shelter workshops, and community clinics throughout Southern Indiana and Louisville — follow along and see the work in person.
Ready for a Calmer Dog and a Stronger Bond?
Take the first step toward better communication, better behaviour, and a better life with your dog.