Kim Steffes, owner and expert trainer

Kim owns Kim’s K-9 Training Center with her husband, Brian.  Kim completed her Master Training Course in 1987 and has been actively training companion obedience in Grand Rapids, Michigan ever since.  Kim specializes in opening the lines of communication between dogs and their owners with basic obedience training, which is necessary for the dog to live in harmony in the household. Kim and Brian have two dogs of their own, a beagle named Mindi and a cattle dog mix names Oliver.

Brian Steffes, owner and operations manager

Brian is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day business of Kim’s K-9.  He enjoys spending time with the dogs each day, but especially prides himself on the many relationships made with clients and their pets throughout the years.

Laura Geegh, pet care specialist/bather

Laura has over 2 years of experience and is the main pet care specialist at Kim’s K-9.  She is responsible for the bathing and daily care of each dog.  Safety and playtime are her specialties, whether it’s rumble-and-tumble with the big dogs, encouraging the shy dogs, or tug-and-play with the small dogs.  The dogs are always after Laura’s attention.  She makes sure they are having fun and playing safe.

Matt Locklin, pet care assistant

Matt has been working part-time at Kim’s K-9 for over two years as he studies firefighting at Kalamazoo College.  He assists Kim’s K-9 staff with the daily care of each dog and facility maintenance.  Matt has a wonderful Labrador named Annabelle.

Jennifer Steffes, pet care assistant

Jen has been working at Kim’s K-9 since it opened.  She helps with all aspects of the business, but particularly enjoys playing with the small dogs and puppies.  She is often found cuddling and playing with the pups whenever she has an extra moment.

Philip Steffes, pet care assistant

Phillip quickly becomes a favorite of all the dogs because he is a playtime-pro.  He loves interacting with the dogs and throwing their tennis balls.  His high energy and enthusiasm are always a delight.  Philip also assists Kim with training by posing as the   “distraction” to test a dog’s focus.