Sarah Wilson (dog trainer) facts for kids

Sarah Wilson, born in 1960, is an American author and a skilled dog trainer. She is also a popular speaker around the world. Sarah has written many books, mostly about how to care for pets.

Early Life and Education

Sarah Wilson was born in 1960 in Wellesley, Massachusetts. She grew up in the areas west of Boston. Sarah went to Amherst College and earned a degree in liberal arts. Later, she studied at Lesley University. There, she earned a master's degree. Her studies focused on the special connection between humans and animals. As of 2013, Sarah lives in St. Louis, Missouri.

Helping Dogs and Owners

Sarah Wilson started her career as a dog trainer in New York City. She taught dog training classes in Prospect Park. For over 20 years, she trained all kinds of dogs. This included pets of famous people, tracking dogs, and even service animals. Service animals help people with disabilities.

Since 1995, Sarah has worked with Guiding Eyes for the Blind. This organization trains guide dogs for people who are blind. She also speaks at events about dog training. Her talks cover dog behavior and the bond between people and their pets. Sarah has managed dog kennels and helped veterinarians. She has also assisted groomers and worked with animal shelters. She even trains dogs for different dog sports.

Awards and Recognition

Sarah Wilson and her former husband, Brian Kilcommons, have received special awards. They were honored for their work in helping pets and their owners. They also received nominations for the Humane Society of the United States Genesis Award. This was for articles they wrote for Parade Magazine.

On Television

Sarah Wilson has appeared on television shows to share her knowledge about animals.

• Nature: "Why We Love Cats and Dogs"
• CBS News: "New breed of grandparents fawn over grandpuppies"

Books by Sarah Wilson

Sarah Wilson has written several helpful books about pets. Many of these books were written with Brian Kilcommons.

• Kilcommons, Brian; and Sarah Wilson (1994). Childproofing Your Dog: A Complete Guide to Preparing Your Dog for the Children in Your Life
• Kilcommons, Brian; and Sarah Wilson (1995). Good Owners, Great Cats
• Kilcommons, Brian; and Sarah Wilson (1997). Tails From the Bark Side
• Kilcommons, Brian; and Sarah Wilson (1999). Good Owners, Great Dogs
• Kilcommons, Brian; and Sarah Wilson (1999). Paws to Consider: Choosing the Right Dog for You and Your Family
• Kilcommons, Brian; and Sarah Wilson (2001). Metrodog: The Essential Guide to Raising Your Dog in the City
• Kilcommons, Brian; and Sarah Wilson (2006). My Smart Puppy: Fun, Effective, and Easy Puppy Training
• Croke, Vicki; and Sarah Wilson (2008). Dogology: What Your Relationship with Your Dog Reveals about You
• Wilson, Sarah (2014). "My Smart Puppy Guide: How to Train Your Dog to Come"