Brian Kilcommons
An unconditional love for animals & a deep-rooted sense of justice are the cornerstones of Brian's success as a companion animal trainer
An unconditional love for animals & a deep-rooted sense of justice are the cornerstones of Brian's success as a companion animal trainer. A multifaceted Author, video producer, educational consultant, investigative reporter, expert witness, pet industry spokesman, lecturer & master trainer, Brian Kilcommons is supremely qualified to assume the mantle of authority on a wide range of animal issues. In his multifaceted career spanning almost thirty years, Brian has witnessed & addressed a myriad of human/animal relationships - from the tragic to the sublime, from the dramatic to the frivolous. His knowledge, insight and, some say almost mystical empathy with animals, has enlightened pet owners & enthusiasts around the world. Brian Kilcommons has proven to be an articulate spokesman in the fields of animal behavior & training. His high profile, engaging on-stage presence, excellent communication skills & sheer exuberance about all things connected with pets and pet ownership are qualities eagerly sought by the corporate world in the marketing of their pet products and services. From mountain tops in Italy to yachts in Nassau, from rambling homes in Palm Beach to townhouses in the world's elite. Included in Brian Kilcommons' list of clients are such famous names as: Harrison Ford, Diana Ross, Ashley Judd, Geoffrey Beene, Morley Safer, Marvin Hamlisch, Linda Dano, Elsa Peretti, Ashley Judd, Diane Sawyer, Carly Simon, Mike Nichols, Scavullo, Candice Bergen, Ralph Lauren and Patrick Ewing. Television appearances include: 20/20, CBS This Morning pet expert, Good Morning America, QVC, HGTV, The Oprah Winfrey Show, A&E "Dogs,” The Today Show, ABC Weekend News, CNN(global), Prime Time Live, The Wall Street Journal Report, PBS Gentle Doctor: Veterinary Medicine and FNC Pet News Host. He has also done investigative reporting features for CBS Morning News and Eyewitness News, and hosted Fox News Channel Pet News. Regional TV and radio appearances include Cleveland, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, Seattle, Atlanta, Portland, Minneapolis, Chicago, New York, Toronto, Philadelphia, Boston, Vancouver. Brian has been interviewed in many major market publications, including: Time Magazine, New York Times, Redbook, Town & Country, Atlanta Constitution Journal, People, Miami Herald, Toronto Start, Boston Globe, USA Today, San Francisco Chronicle, Parade Magazine, Vancouver Sun, Philadelphia Inquirer, Newsday, St. Louis Post Dispatch, LA Times, Chicago Tribune, Glamour, Dogs In Canada, Mc Calls, Palm Beach Daily News, Dog World, Dog Fancy, Seventeen, In Style Magazine and Woman's Wear Daily. Professional positions include: Brian has co-authored some of the most popular books on animal behavior, including: Good Owners, Great Dogs Childproofing Your Dog Good Owners, Great Cats Mutts: Americas Dogs Tails From the Bark Side Paws to Consider: The Complete Guide to Selecting A Breed Metro Dogs: Raising a dog in the city My Smart Puppy Book and DVD Brian lives with his wife and partner, Sarah in Auburn NH with their three dogs, two horses, a pony and Ben the cat. |