Tuesday, 04 August 2026 10:12 AM
Company Update
HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / August 4, 2026 / Marquis Who's Who is proud to interview and honor Hayley Kenner for her distinguished contributions to professional dog training, canine behavior, business development and entrepreneurship. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility and prominence in a field are considered during the selection process. In Ms. Kenner's case, that recognition reflects more than a decade of hands-on training experience, rapid business growth and a commitment to raising professional standards within the dog training industry.
Ms. Kenner is the founder and business owner of Revival Dog Training, which she established with business partner Yennifer Mejia in 2021. The company has since expanded to four locations, including three facilities in Houston and one in New York City. Revival Dog Training employs 18 team members and generates more than $2 million in annual revenue. The company specializes in working with fearful, reactive and rescue dogs, including animals whose behavioral challenges may cause others to view them as beyond help. Ms. Kenner and her team focus on giving these dogs another opportunity to learn, build confidence and participate more successfully in everyday life.
She states in her Marquis Who's Who interview that Revival Dog Training's primary services include day training and board-and-train programs. Dogs are assigned to experienced trainers who work with them throughout the day, document training exercises and provide owners with videos showing the methods being used. The team also brings dogs into public, dog-friendly environments so they can practice skills beyond the facility and learn to navigate real-world situations. Training remains at the center of the company's broader service model. Dogs that complete an initial program may be invited into alumni daycare or boarding programs designed to reinforce their progress. This structure allows Revival Dog Training to provide continuity rather than treating training as a single, isolated event.
Ms. Kenner considers the company's expansion into New York City one of her greatest professional achievements. After learning that a respected East Village training business was closing, she reached out to explore whether its legacy could continue under Revival Dog Training. The resulting acquisition required the company to navigate a four-month transition, reestablish client relationships and adapt its programs to the demands of an expensive and highly competitive market. She states in her interview, "What we do is specialize in city dogs-urban living dogs that struggle walking because they are fearful." She recognized that the need for specialized behavioral training in New York was similar to the demand she had observed in Houston, particularly among owners of dogs who experience fear or reactivity during walks.
Revival Dog Training distinguishes itself through the professional experience of its team. In her interview, she notes, "Across our team, we have over 100 years of experience in dog training." Ms. Kenner wants the company to demonstrate that dog training can provide a serious, sustainable career, including meaningful compensation and opportunities for advancement.
Her own career began at age 18. After developing an interest in training her family's dog, she found a mentor who allowed her to observe and learn. She later worked for several leading training facilities and startups throughout Houston, gaining practical knowledge of canine behavior while also studying the operational and financial sides of the industry. Those early experiences introduced Ms. Kenner to Ms. Mejia and strengthened their shared goal of opening a company. Their first location became possible when a veterinary client preparing to retire offered them the opportunity to assume operations at a 12,000-square-foot property. From that beginning, the company continued to grow through reinvestment, team development and carefully selected expansion opportunities.
Ms. Kenner is certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers and maintains professional affiliations with the organization and the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. She encourages aspiring trainers to study established learning theory, read scientific literature, attend conferences and seek guidance from experts with both academic knowledge and extensive field experience. She remarks in her interview, "Definitely read a book. Don't watch a video, but actually read the literature, because there's a lot of books written on philosophy that are backed by scientific studies."
She is also concerned about misinformation shared through social media in an industry without a single regulatory standard. She states in her interview, "Social media destroying the industry is probably a big one. I think there's just a lot of false information. Just because it isn't regulated, there's not one specific standard that people look to." Ms. Kenner believes dog owners should evaluate advice carefully and look for trainers whose claims are supported by science, professional education and experience working with a wide variety of behavioral cases.
Her achievements have been recognized through a feature in Modern Luxury's Dynamic Women issue. She also maintains ties with dog rescue organizations and remains committed to improving outcomes for animals that need specialized support. Looking ahead, Ms. Kenner plans to expand Revival Dog Training's presence in Houston and New York before pursuing broader national growth. She also intends to diversify the company's services while preserving its training-centered philosophy and specialized focus on fearful and reactive dogs.
"Hayley Kenner exemplifies the caliber of entrepreneur and canine behavior professional Marquis Who's Who is proud to chronicle," the editorial team stated. "Her work through Revival Dog Training reflects a career defined by practical expertise, thoughtful leadership and a commitment to creating better futures for dogs, owners and professional trainers." Through its interview and recognition of Ms. Kenner, Marquis Who's Who celebrates a business leader whose company is helping establish new possibilities within the dog training industry.
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