Dog Training Services
Strengthen your bond with your dog through expert training
There are two ways to work with us:
"Riaan understands that training is not just about making a dog do tricks, but it's about enjoying your dog and your dog enjoying you."
- Patricia Nel
Eliminate problem behaviors + build trust with your pup
Our approach to marker-based positive reinforcement
Through our customized training courses, we can nip problem behaviors in the bud, including inter-dog aggression, separation anxiety and attachment disorders, and destructive and unruly behaviors–even in those distracting environments (hello, squirrels)!
All of our courses use effective force-free training, built around your pup’s specific needs. Our goal is to build a community of positive reinforcement dog owners who see the shared value of collaboration, proper training and behavioral science practices.
Working with the K9 Dog Academy is as easy as 1-2-3!
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Schedule a discovery call.
Book a brief chat to see if we’re a good fit for your pup’s needs.
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Complete our intake form.
Fill out a questionnaire so we can get to know you and your pup a little better.
03.
Book an introductory home visit.
We’ll visit your home to meet your pup and observe their behavior. Then, let the training begin!
Puppy Start-Right Preschool Course
About the program
Educating puppy parents about canine development and behavior, problem-solving and prevention, and positive training can strengthen the human-animal bond. Through our Puppy Preschool, we’ll foster and enhance the relationship between you and your new family member, setting you up for a lifetime of love.
What's included
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6 x 1 hour 1:1 in-home training session
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3 15-minute Check in Phone Calls
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Modification program with client handouts, structured client sessions + homework sheets
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3 Essential Puppy Toys
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2 Laminated Signs for Entry Ways for Guests
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Customized Shopping List for your needs
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2 Follow-Up appointments
Who this program is for
New or experienced puppy parents who want to enhance their bond with their new fur-baby.
Click-to-Calm Course
About the program
Turns out, you CAN teach an old dog new tricks! Learn how to apply the Click-to-Calm protocol in a wide range of in-home and real-life environments, giving you the confidence to bring your dog to unfamiliar places safely and with ease.
What's included
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6 60-minute 1:1 in-home training sessions
Clicker starter pack (3 pack clickers, 3 wrist coils, 1 treat pouch + 1 click stick) -
Modification program with client handouts, structured client sessions + homework sheets
Introducing emergency behaviors in reactive dogs -
2 Follow-Up appointments
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BAT (Behavior adjustment training) book by Grisha Stewart
Who this program is for
Dog parents whose pups can be reactive, fearful or aggressive in a variety of environments and situations.
