Who Are We?
Dog lovers, just like you guys! Where did this huge adoration for these four legged poop eating love bugs come from? For some, loving dogs comes as naturally as breathing—an easy connection formed through joy, comfort, and unconditional acceptance.
In my case, it was something I had to nurture over time. My first experience with dogs’ wasn’t a good one; I was bitten when I was around two years old, and it planted a deep rooted fear of dogs within me for years to come. Through consistent exposure of these wonderful creatures, I came to the conclusion that dogs act from a place of instinct, not malice.
Dogs can be mischievous and downright knuckle heads some days or most...and it’ll feel overwhelming and frustrating to be in the same room with them those days. However, labeling dogs as “bad” or “terrible listeners” isn’t addressing the problem at hand; it is simply projecting our inner frustrations and misunderstandings onto them. That isn’t fair to them nor you.
To be better with our dogs, we ourselves need to be better. What do I mean by that? Developing a deeper understanding of our dog’s psychology and finding ways to effectively communicate with them is the key. They are dependent on us, they have evolved to be man’s best friend. We need to step up our game and meet them in the middle. Let’s create a world where this finally happens. There is no such thing as a bad dog, just a misunderstood one.
-Kerian Yi
Meet the Team!
Founder & Trainer: Kerian Yi
Kerian uses positive reinforcement and relationship-based training methods that are science-backed, humane, and tailored to each dog’s individual needs. She believes that training is not just about teaching commands—it is about building trust, improving communication, and helping both dogs and their people feel more confident together.
Before moving to Oregon, Kerian rescued, fostered, and rehabilitated dogs in Philadelphia, including dogs struggling with anxiety, reactivity, destructive behaviors, and difficult pasts. That experience shaped her patient, understanding approach and her belief that every dog deserves to be seen as an individual—not defined by their behavior.
Today, Kerian is the founder of Kiwi’s Dog Training and volunteers with Crux Pet Adoptions, supporting rescue dogs through care, socialization, handling, and behavior observation. Her goal is to create a safe, supportive space where dogs can learn at their own pace and owners can feel empowered to better understand and support their best friend.
