From Rescue to Recovery: How the K9 Kommittee is Changing Dog Training and Wellness

In this episode of Rooted Tails by Rooted Owl, host Jeffrey Mendelsohn and co-host Nikki Ferraro sit down with Allie Wilkinson and Jamal Henderson of the K9 Kommittee. They dive deep into how behavior-based dog training, proactive health care, and true rescue advocacy are transforming the lives of countless pets and their owners.

From building a business out of a shared passion for rescue dogs to creating a new online wellness and training platform, Allie and Jamal share real-world lessons, emotional rescue stories, and actionable insights every pet owner needs to hear.

Key Lessons Covered in This Episode:

• Building a Rescue-Driven Business: How a love for dogs and rescue work led Allie and Jamal to create the K9 Kommittee and expand their mission nationwide.
• The Power of Early Intervention and Natural Healing: How natural supplements, clean nutrition, and non-traditional treatments helped their senior pit bull Mia thrive against cancer diagnoses.
• The Critical Link Between Behavior and Health: Why addressing a dog’s health issues is just as important as training—and how understanding energy, environment, and physical wellbeing changes everything.
• Transformational Training Stories: Jamal shares powerful stories of challenging dogs, the importance of leadership energy, and how patience and honesty create lasting behavior change.
• Real Talk About Choosing the Right Dog: Why matching your lifestyle to your dog's energy level is crucial, and how unrealistic expectations can lead to failed adoptions if not addressed early.
• Launching Their New Online Platform: Allie and Jamal discuss their upcoming affordable online training and wellness subscription—designed to give every pet owner access to real-world, effective tools for raising healthier, happier dogs.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Health issues and environment play a major role in behavior problems.

✅ Honest, consistent leadership is essential for successful dog training.

✅ Early natural intervention can dramatically improve outcomes for sick pets.

✅ Training doesn’t stop with the dog—it’s just as much about educating the owner.

✅ Choosing a dog that fits your lifestyle leads to a happier, lasting relationship.

Listen Now:

If you want to truly understand how behavior, health, and rescue work come together to give dogs their best lives, this episode is a must-listen. Allie Wilkinson and Jamal Henderson’s real-world experience and expert advice will inspire and empower you to better support your furry friends.

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Connect with Allie Wilkinson and Jamal Henderson:

Learn more about their training philosophy, upcoming online platform, and holistic pet wellness resources by following them on Instagram at @k9kommittee (with a K).

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