Why choose FK9 Training?
Brick and Mortar training companies hire contractors who's experience levels can vary greatly. I have worked HUNDREDS of dogs over the course of my K9 career in areas to include explosive detection, obedience, scent imprinting, tracking, and bite work.
My training approach is to work with your dogs natural instincts and prey drive, through motivation and reward based methods. Discover your dogs learning style, and how to fairly hold them accountable for unwanted behavior.
SERVICES
I am proud to offer a 15% discount to all Teachers, 1st Responders, Military & LEO. Discount applied to Board and Train programs only
Board and Train
Think of an In-Home Board and Train as a one stop shop solution. I do the hard work for you by getting in the tedious repetitions that will create a solid foundation, AND you will receive weekly zoom calls and practice sessions in your home!
2,3 & 4 Week Programs
Board and Train takes place in my home
*Vax records UTD for Rabies, Bordetella, Canine Influenza, & Fecal within 1 year.
See Plans and Pricing for program details.
Boarding
Heading out of town? Don't leave your dog in a noisy kennel with staff that are probably making Tik Toks. Boarding stays include daily walks (or runs), outdoor play on 1.50 acre property, and enrichment toys from Bark Box, Super Chewer.
If you are a previous client, daily training refreshers are included in their stay!
$60 per day
Pickup & Drop Off: 7-9 am
Email for appointment
*Vax records UTD for Rabies, Bordetella, Canine Influenza, & Fecal within 1 year.
In-Home Lessons
In-Home Lessons take place in YOUR home and include one, 60 minute lesson per week. Lessons cover obedience while leaving room for customization. Behaviors like bolting out the front door, jumping on house guests, or barking at the doorbell can be mastered so you can have the cohesive home environment you always wanted!
4 Week Minimum
$560
About Me.
When you hire me, you are hiring a balanced, proactive trainer who seeks out continued education, and gives back to the K9 community.
Most Board and Train companies will never tell you exactly how much experience their "professional" trainers have, but I will. Below you can explore my certifications, continued education and volunteer support.
Education
2010
USAF Military Working Dog Handlers Course. 11 Weeks.
After exiting the military I have provided guidance regarding canine procurement, bite work conditioning, scent imprinting and K9 explosive detection/protection (single and dual purpose) services for companies such as:
Amazon, CNN, Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, International Monetary Fund, Washington Nationals, Lady GaGa, Sheldon Adelson, Jet Aviation.
2011-2023
NAPWDA- Multiple canines certified
Police K9 Conference - 2017- 16 Hours
DHS Bomb Threat Management Planning (MGT-451) 2017
Police K9 Conference - 2019 - 16 Hours
TSA-3PK9 Certified- 2019 - 2 Weeks
Military Working Dog Convention - 2021 - 16 Hours
Warrior East - 2021
Police K9 Behavior & Decoy Techniques instructed by Franco Angelini - 2021 - 32 Hours
K9 Social Summit - 2022
Law and Order - 2022 - 2023 - 24 Hours
Volunteer Support
K9 Law and Order hosted by Throw Away Dogs - Volunteer Decoy
K9 Law and Order is a program created by Throw Away Dogs Project, a nonprofit that grants specialized K9 training to Law Enforcement Officers at no cost.