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Our Story

Training, treats and tail wags

We started in 2018 as the first dog daycare in the area, providing a social and exercise outlet for dogs stuck at home all day. With over a decade of experience in pet training and a strong background in animal science, we pride ourselves on providing a safe, social, and fun environment for your dogs. As we continue to grow, we’re excited to announce our transition to an exclusive training-based daycare and boarding facility, ensuring that all new dogs are graduates of our training program. We treat every dog like family, and many of our beloved pups have been us for years. 

What to expect and how to get started

At Cooper Creek Kennels, we’re an exclusive training-based daycare focused on creating a comfortable, safe, and fun environment where your dog can thrive. We believe in building a strong pack, and we’d love for you and your pup to become a part of ours!

Step 1: Get in Touch!

Fill out the contact form at the bottom of the page. This is the first step to joining our pack! Please use the form instead of calling or messaging on social media so we can get to you easier. 

Step 2: Create Your Client Portal

Once we receive your form, we’ll send you a link to your very own client portal. Here, you can create your account and provide all the important information we need to care for your dog, including:

* Your contact and emergency information

* Your veterinarian’s details

* Your dog’s information

* Proof of vaccinations (Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, Bordetella) and a recent negative fecal test. You can upload these directly to the portal or email them to us beforehand!

Step 3: Free In-Person Evaluation

The final step is a complimentary in-person evaluation. This is our chance to meet you and your wonderful dog, discuss your goals, and create a customized plan for their time with us. Whether it's for extensive training or just to get them acquainted with our pack, we want to ensure a perfect fit.

We’re not your average daycare. We’re dedicated to making sure every dog in our care feels comfortable, happy, and secure. We want to be a regular, positive part of you and your dog's life, not a source of anxiety from a visit once every few years or a place to rehearse bad habits.

A friendly reminder:

To ensure the continued comfort and safety of our pack, all evaluations are valid for one year. 

We can’t wait to welcome you and your pup to the Cooper Creek Kennels Pack!

About Me

Hey! Im Josie,

I have over 15 years of experience training hundreds of dogs and owners. I grew up showing and training huskies, terriers and hounds. While I hold a bachelors degree in animal science and have plenty of hands-on experience working in vet clinics and boarding facilities, I am continuously expanding my education with online certifications and books, titling my own dogs in various sports, attending training workshops and trainer mentorship programs throughout the year. I am an AKC certified CGC, CGCU and STAR puppy tester and have a registered ATD therapy dog team with my husky. In my spare time I enjoy taking my dogs off-leash hiking and camping. 
Some of my wins and e
xperiences-

  • 2025

Micheal Bishop- Passion for Pressure Workshop Indianola
Yorkshire Training Academy 2025 Mentorship

Micheal Bishop- 3 month Egnition Program

  • 2024 

Barnhunt Columbia, Mo
AKC Trick Dog Titles TKI, TKN
CGC & CGCA Certification
Association of Therapy Dogs Certification

 

  • 2018-2023

CH point Siberian Husky Conformation
AKC Obedience Titles CD BN CGC, CGCA
AKC Rally RN RA 

 

  • 2017 AKC  National Owner Handled Series:Des Moines
    Puppy Class
    8-12 mo
    Amateur owner handler

  • 2017 AKC Obedience trials - beginner novice: 

Des Moines Obedience Training Club- Qualifying Score

  • 10 years showing obedience and handling through Appanoose Co. 4-H

 

  • 7 year continous Grand Champion Advanced Obedience dog and Handler Appanoose Co. Fair (multiple dogs)

 

  • 2015 Iowa State Fair Champion sporting dog Open class

 

  • 2015 Iowa state Fair Champion Best of Breed Open class

 

  • 2014 Iowa State Fair Champion and Reserve champion obedience 4-H

 

  • 2013 Iowa State Fair Champion novice obedience dog 4-H

 

  • Block and Bridle dog show Open class

Josie Sieren- Harvey
Owner/Trainer

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We’d love to help you on your dog's journey! Fill out a contact form and we'll be in touch

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We have utilized Cooper Creek for boarding purposes for years, and recently enrolled our 9 month old puppy in the 2-week board and train program. It was SO worth it, and Josie helped build confidence in myself as a dog owner as well as the puppy's skills with multiple things. Josie was very communicative throughout the board and train period, and the follow-up sessions were helpful as she would help correct any aspects of training that we were struggling with at home and set goals until the next session. Knowing that we have that support from Josie even after the program concluded is exceptional! We are so thankful to have Josie and Cooper Creek Kennels in the area!!

Lauren McCann & Roxy

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Cooper Creek Kennels L.L.C

Kennels (TEXT ONLY) 641-895-3797

20231 West Terra Vista 
Centerville, IA 52544

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