About Us

Ryan Hammontree is a professional dog trainer with over 20 years of experience focused on developing clear communication and reliable obedience at a very high proficiency level. Based in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Ryan works with dogs of all breeds and sizes, emphasizing structured training that produces happy, confident, well-mannered dogs owners can take anywhere and handle with clarity and confidence. His approach prioritizes consistency, fairness, and real-world application, ensuring obedience holds up beyond the training environment.

While Ryan regularly works with complex behavior modification cases, his primary focus is building strong foundational obedience and effective handler-dog communication. With multiple professional certifications, including advanced training through NePoPo®, along with a background in law enforcement and competitive dog sports at the national level, Ryan brings a disciplined, no-nonsense training philosophy centered on long-term success, reliability, and trust between dog and handler.