Brian and Harrison Ford
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.
 Brian and Linda Dano |
 Brian and Ashley Judd |
 Brian and Diane Sawyer |
 Brian with Roger Tory Peterson, & Roger Caras, Point Pelee |
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, USAToday, 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, DogWorld, Dog Fancy, Seventeen, In Style Magazine and Woman’s Wear Daily.
Professional positions include:
Training & Director, Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League West Palm Beach
Executive Director of the Walter Turken Training for Adoption Program
Editorial Advisor, and Host to Mag Rack’s Celebrating Dogs
Part-time Faculty, Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine
Consultant, Comcast Pets On Demand
Board Member Angels On a Leash
Director of Training, The Center for Animal Care & Control, NYC
Director of Training, Invisible Fence Co.
National Spokesman, Pets Are Wonderful Council (PAW)
Official Trainer, The Gentle Doctor: Veterinary Medicine PBS syndicated series 1989-1992
Behavior & Training Coordinator, ASPCA
Director of Training, Bide-A-Wee Home Association
Pet Parent Advisory, Board, Ralston Purina
Men’s Committee, New York Zoological Society
Vice Chairman, Holyland Conservation Fund, Reintroduction of the Asiatic Lion/Lion Of Judah to Israel
Editorial Board, CATNIP Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, Feline Newsletter
My Smart Puppy Book and DVD
2006 Kilcommons /Wilson – Warner Books
Metro Dogs: Raising a dog in the city
2001 Kilcommons/Wilson – Warner Books
Paws to Consider: The Complete Guide to Selecting A Breed
1999 Kilcommons/Wilson – Warner Books
Tails From the Bark Side
1997 Kilcommons/Wilson – Warner Books
Mutts: Americas Dogs
1996 Kilcommons/Capuzzo – Warner Books
Good Owners, Great Cats
1995 Kilcommons/Wilson – Warner Books
(translated into Japanese and German)
Childproofing Your Dog
1994 Kilcommons/Wilson – Warner Books
Good Owners, Great Dogs
1992 Kilcommons/Wilson – Warner Books
(Currently in it’s tenth printing, translated into Polish.)
Your Dog: An Owners Manual
1981 Kilcommons/Kay/Oliver-Patient Care Publications
“You are the most special person in your dog’s life; his world revolves around you. You will have, ready at all times, a playmate and companion, guardian and friend. Selecting, raising and training a wonderful dog will increase the quality of your life. It is not without cost, nothing worth anything is. You will invest yourself, your time, your energy and your heart, and your dog will reward you tenfold. May you find the love, joy and challenge we have with man’s best friend.”
- Brian Kilcommons