About Thunderpawz
Hello! My name is Kenddall Rawson, and I'm the owner and trainer of Thunderpawz, a small but impactful service dog training program based in Muskogee, Oklahoma.
I started training pets at just 12 years old, and by 16 I was training service dogs. At 18, I was helping friends train their own service dogs while being mentored by experienced professionals who have since retired. Though I'm mostly self-taught, I've also learned a great deal from other trainers along the way. I was recently featured in my local newspaper on March 11.
As a balanced trainer, my mission is to help people gain independence through their service dogs, inspired by the incredible support my own service dog gave me. I'm currently working toward my CCDT-KA certification to further grow my skills and credibility.
I understand this work personally. I live with fibromyalgia, juvenile arthritis, heart issues, GI issues, EDS/hEDS, chronic migraines, chronic pain, CPTSD, anxiety, tremors, and more, and I'm a part-time wheelchair user. I currently have a service dog and a service dog in training.
I travel anywhere in the United States (and I'm still learning about training opportunities in Canada and beyond).
I'm 23 and happy to answer questions or offer advice however I can. If you'd like to learn more or join our community, message me or join our Facebook group. I look forward to connecting with you!
Board & Training
Minimum of 4 weeks of training dog must be 8 weeks or older and have shots
Small-medium $500 monthly payment
Large-Xlarge $700 monthly payment
Match Making
I find matches from my local shelters, rehoming, rescues or breeders based on your needs, budget and lifestyle.
Temperament testing $50 plus gas
Delivery/pickup fee varies depending on mileage, gas prices, hotel cost, and more.
In-Person & Virtual Sessions
Virtual training sessions $50 an hour
In-person training sessions $60 an hour plus gas
Program Dogs
Started service dogs (1-1.5 years): Includes basic/advanced obedience, socializing, exposure, potty/crate/leash training, manners, public access (pet-friendly & non-pet-friendly), and task foundations. Comes with lifetime support, training assistance, 1-2 weeks of handler training, and a take-home bag.
Fully trained service dogs (2-3 years): Covers all of the above, plus specific task training tailored to the handler, and lifetime support.
Discounts
20% off board and training & 10% off sessions for low-income individuals
25% off board and training & 15% off sessions for SSI, SDI, veterans, teachers, first responders, and EMTs.
We work with various budgets! I offer payment plans after deposit.
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“I’ve had 2 service dogs then washed out 3. I was very discouraged until I worked with Kenddall. She did temperament testing on a shelter dog in Muskogee then held him for a week for me so he could get neutered. We’ve had him now about a week and a half and he’s doing amazing. He walks well on leash, doesn’t bother my cats, asks to go out to potty, is learning to auto sit at doors and when I stop when walking. I have hope again and it’s all thanks to Kenddall, her insight, & her encouragement. I recommend her wholeheartedly!
PS. His name is Redford & he’s a Catahoula Leopard Dog."
"this lady is amazing to say the least. My girl freya who was/is my service dog has had to been pulled from public access due to a rising concern that Id never be able to get her over her excited reactiveness to other dogs. Well today was the first day of hopefully many that has truly given me hope to have my girl back at my side. Kendall has already helped me in one day more than anyone else in the last year and a half of training Freya. Today I was able to walk at a short distance by a dog and maintain control of my girl and not once did she become reactive. I know miracle dont happen with dog training but today was such a huge step, and I feel I owe it all to the guidance of Kenddall. She's helped me when nobody else would. I highly recommend her to anyone needing help."
Ashley Lynn Davis
“Kenddall, the trainer with ThunderPawz is helping me to train my 4 month old puppy into a service dog. She is very open with what's right and goes at the dogs and handlers pace. Very thankful I found this company!!”
Do you have inquiries or wish to schedule a training session for your service dog? Contact us today. We're here to support you and your dedicated service companion.