Find the Right Training for Your Dog
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Evaluation
Our Evaluation is the first and most important step in your dog’s training journey at SPK-9. In this thorough, one-on-one session, we’ll start by talking in detail about your goals as an owner — what you want to achieve and any challenges you’re facing. Then we’ll get to know your dog’s unique personality, behavior patterns, daily routine, and environment.
This gives me a clear understanding of what your dog needs to succeed and what training approach will work best.
By the end of the session, you’ll have a clear, honest assessment of where your dog is now and what’s possible moving forward. I’ll recommend a customized training plan tailored to your dog’s temperament and your goals — whether that’s basic obedience, behavior modification, advanced skills, or a Board and Train program.
My goal is for you to leave the Evaluation feeling confident, informed, and ready to take the next steps toward a calmer, happier life with your dog.
Private Sessions
Our Private Sessions are designed to give you and your dog the personalized attention and customized training you deserve.
These one-on-one lessons are tailored to your dog’s unique needs, your goals, and your lifestyle — whether you’re working on basic manners, advanced obedience, or specific behavior challenges like reactivity, fear, or aggression.
In each session, I’ll work directly with you and your dog to teach clear communication, build trust, and create structure at a pace that sets you both up for success. You’ll learn how to read your dog’s body language, respond calmly and consistently, and handle real-life situations with confidence.
Private Sessions can take place at your home or in public spaces — wherever your dog needs to learn best. You’ll get practical homework and guidance after each session, so you feel supported every step of the way.
My goal is to give you the tools and knowledge to create lasting results and a calm, balanced relationship with your dog, long after our sessions are done.
Puppy Education
Give your puppy the best start possible with our Puppy Education program — designed to build a confident, social, and well-mannered dog right from the beginning.
We combine early training with safe, positive exposure to new people, places, and everyday situations. This socialization lays a solid foundation for healthy confidence and helps prevent future behavior problems before they start.
You’ll learn how to guide your pup through potty training, obedience, and real-world skills while setting clear boundaries and building trust along the way.
Whether you have a brand-new 8-week-old or a growing youngster with typical puppy challenges like biting, chewing, or jumping, we’re here to give you the tools and support you need to raise a balanced, happy companion.
With our practical, science-based approach, you’ll create a strong bond and set your puppy up for success in the real world.
Board & Train
Our Board & Train program is ideal for busy owners who want to give their dog a solid head start with focused, daily training in a safe, structured environment — perfect for building new skills and better habits with consistent, hands-on guidance.
When it’s time for your dog to come home, we provide clear handover lesson and follow-up support, so you know exactly how to maintain their progress long-term.
Board & Train is not a quick fix — it’s a supportive head start that gives you and your dog the skills and confidence to succeed together.
VIP Boarding
Our VIP Boarding is a safe, home-like stay for dogs we already know — perfect for dogs who need extra care, closer supervision, or just a calm, trusted place while you’re away.
Your dog will enjoy a familiar routine, daily enrichment, and ongoing obedience practice to keep good habits on track.
Spots are limited to ensure your dog gets personalized attention and a cozy, stress-free space — so you can relax knowing they’re comfortable, secure, and treated like family.
Agression Management
Our Aggression Management Program is designed to help dogs showing challenging and unsafe behaviors. We know how stressful and isolating it can feel to have a dog who struggles with aggression — that’s why we approach every case with patience, proven methods, and zero judgment.
The program starts with a thorough evaluation to identify the root causes of your dog’s behavior and to understand their triggers, thresholds, and overall temperament. From there, we’ll build a personalized plan that focuses on safety, clear communication, and real-world solutions you can trust.
In each session, you’ll learn how to read your dog’s body language, interrupt negative patterns, and set firm but fair boundaries. Our goal is not only to stop unwanted behavior, but also to build trust — so your dog feels secure and you feel in control, even in challenging situations.
Aggression is complex, but with the right guidance and consistent work, positive change is possible. I’m here to help you every step of the way, so you can enjoy a calmer, safer life with your dog — and regain peace of mind for your family.
Working Dog Program
Our Working Dog Program is designed for dogs with the drive, focus, and temperament to excel in specialized roles like protection, scent detection, and other purpose-driven tasks. Whether you want a reliable personal protection dog, a detection dog for professional work, or to unlock your dog’s working potential, this program is built to set you both up for success.
Each training plan is customized to match your dog’s natural instincts and your specific needs. We focus on clear communication, obedience, and real-life scenario skills and other key areas to help your dog thrive in the real world — while staying balanced, confident, and safe.
Through this program, your dog will learn advanced skills, build reliability under distraction, and develop the discipline needed for working environments. You’ll learn how to handle, reinforce, and maintain these skills at home or on the job, so your dog stays sharp and responsive.
Our goal is to bring out the best in your working dog by combining expert guidance, structured routines, and balanced methods — building a reliable partner you can trust in any situation.
Perfect Match Program
Our Perfect Match Program is designed to help you find the dog that truly fits your lifestyle and goals — setting you and your future companion up for success from day one.
Choosing the right dog is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make as an owner. With so many breeds, personalities, and energy levels to consider, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed — or to accidentally pick a dog that isn’t the best match for your family.
With the Perfect Match Program, I personally guide you through the entire process: from discussing your daily routine and expectations, to evaluating breed options, to connecting you with reputable breeders, rescues, shelters. I’ll help you understand what to look for in temperament, drive, and behavior so you can feel confident bringing the right dog home.
Once you’ve found your perfect match, I provide guidance on how to welcome your new dog and start off on the right foot — helping you establish healthy routines and set the foundation for a strong, lasting bond.
The goal? A happy dog, a happy family, and a lifelong partnership that works — because you started off on the right paw.
Pet Taxi
Our Pet Taxi service is exclusively available to existing customers and is designed to make life easier for busy dog owners who want the best for their pets but don’t always have the time or transportation to get them where they need to go. Whether it’s a ride to and from training sessions, vet appointments, grooming, or daycare, SPK-9 has you covered.
Your dog will travel safely and comfortably in a clean, secure vehicle, handled by someone they know and trust.
We take extra care to make sure every trip is stress-free, punctual, and as pleasant as possible for your furry family member.
With Pet Taxi, you can focus on your day knowing your dog is in good hands — getting where they need to be, when they need to be there.
Group Classes
Our Group Classes are the perfect way to build your dog's skills in a real-world setting while strengthening your bond and boosting confidence - for both of you! These small-group sessions are designed for dogs and owners who want to practice obedience, manners, and social skills around everyday distractions.
In a supportive, structured environment, you'll work alongside other dedicated dog owners as I guide you through practical exercises, clear commands, and real-life scenarios. Your dog will learn to focus and respond reliably - even with other dogs, people, and new sights and sounds around.
Group Classes are a great option for reinforcing what you learn in private training or for starting fresh with basic obedience and socialization. Each class helps you build clear communication, set boundaries, and create a calm, responsive dog who can handle the world with confidence.
My goal is to make every class engaging, positive, and productive
— so you walk away with skills you can use every day, and a dog you're proud to take anywhere.
