Do More With Your Dog! grew out of founder Kyra Sundance's career as a stunt dog performer. According to their site, Sundance and her dog Chalcy appeared on television shows including Pet Star and The Tonight Show, and she went on to write a book on dog tricks that has been translated into 15 languages. What started as a trick-titling system in 2000 evolved into a formal training curriculum by 2005.
The organization now functions as a sanctioning body for dog trick titles, canine conditioning certifications, and animal actor credentials. They describe having awarded over 100,000 titles to dogs worldwide, with partnerships including the Canadian Kennel Club. Their programs run from novice trick dog levels through expert certifications, plus specialized tracks for canine fitness coaching and stunt dog judging.
Their stated philosophy centers on positive-reinforcement methods. According to their site, they explicitly prohibit force-based training and don't allow chain, prong, or electronic collars in their certified programs. The Lancaster, California-based organization primarily serves dog owners and trainers through virtual training options, along with professional certification courses for those wanting to become evaluators or instructors within their system.