I highly recommend Robert for dog training and human handling of my dog. I learned so much. He is very knowledgeable, prepared, and with calm authority uses only a few words or points and the dogs know what to do. We had a very positive experience and my dog started whining at the door to be with Robert as we arrived each week. Best money spent.

Idaho K9 Academy
Idaho Falls, Idaho
About Idaho K9 Academy
Idaho K9 Academy is a dog training program aimed to help families and their pets have a better understanding of one another! We train obedience--basic to advanced-- as well as some behavioral modification
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Socialization Customer-reported
How training happens
- Day training
Dog age
- Puppies Customer-reported
- Senior dogs
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Advanced training
- Beginner training
Other listed services
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- Academy Dog Training
- Animal Rescue
- K-9 Academy
- K9 Academy Dog
- Specialty Training
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
Which training plan is more effective?
Both training plans are very effective; it all just depends on how involved in the training you would like to be. Private training you’re involved in the entire training process and day training we take care of most of the training process for you. Then at pick up we will show you what we have done.
Community answer · Idaho K9 Academy · 2021-09-21
How old does my dog have to be to start training?
We can start in home Private dog training at anytime. If you wanted to do any in facility training with your pup. They must be at least 4 months of age!
Community answer · Idaho K9 Academy · 2021-09-21
What training methods do you use?
We are balanced trainers so we use all four quadrants of Operant Conditioning (positive reinforcement, positive punishment, negative reinforcement, and negative punishment.) and Classical Conditioning (a process that involves creating an association between a naturally existing stimulus and a previously neutral one). We start with the least invasive methods and only go more invasive as needed and with owner approval.
Community answer · Idaho K9 Academy · 2021-09-21
Do you have any Breed restrictions?
We have NO Breed restrictions! All Breed are welcome!
Community answer · Idaho K9 Academy · 2021-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listingMentioned in reviews
- Puppy training 16
- Basic obedience training 11
- Leash training 9
- Confidence building 8
- Advanced training 5
- Reactivity training 3
All 10 topics
- Stubborn dog training 3
- Heel command 2
- Listening to commands 2
- Personalized training 2
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Robert is awesome to work with and I love that I was able to drop my dog off for the day. You have to do the training at home for it to stick but it was convenient to have someone work with him while I was at work. Mav has come a long way. Highly recommend!
Robert is amazing! We took our Nikita to him. for some basic obedience training, and he has done a phenomenal job! He makes the environment so comfortable for these pups it's truly a testament to what kind of person he is, and how much love he has for animals • He listens to your…Read full reviewClose full review
Robert is amazing! We took our Nikita to him. for some basic obedience training, and he has done a phenomenal job! He makes the environment so comfortable for these pups it's truly a testament to what kind of person he is, and how much love he has for animals • He listens to your concerns., And works on them. Having a husky is not an easy task somedays and id giggle every time l'd go to pick her up and he'd say, I got Huskied today ! But now I can feel a little more at ease Thanks to Robert! We will be back for more Training in the spring .
I recently had the pleasure of working with Robert as a dog trainer for my pup, Whiskey, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From the moment we started, Whiskey was so excited to go to training sessions, which is a testament to Robert's engaging and positive approach. Th…Read full reviewClose full review
I recently had the pleasure of working with Robert as a dog trainer for my pup, Whiskey, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From the moment we started, Whiskey was so excited to go to training sessions, which is a testament to Robert's engaging and positive approach. Thanks to Robert's amazing e-collar training techniques, Whiskey now has the best manners. I was particularly impressed with how well he responded to commands; everything is down to a tee! We started his basic training as soon as he was old enough, and after a couple of months, we returned for advanced training. It was fantastic to see how much more mature he had become, allowing him to touch up on old skills while learning new tricks. I love the extra little tricks he picked up along the way! One of the biggest benefits has been the confidence I now have when Whiskey is off-leash. I no longer worry about him running up to other dogs or people, which has made our outings so much more enjoyable. Robert is also great at communicating what I need to do as an owner and always checks in on what I would like Whiskey to work on. The training sessions provide great stimulation for Whiskey; he sleeps like a baby afterward! Plus, the facility is very clean and well-kept, making every visit pleasant. I highly recommend Robert to anyone looking to train their dog—his expertise and genuine care for the animals truly shine through!
Robert at K9 Academy is truly exceptional! He has an incredible ability to understand a dog’s individual needs and tailor his training methods to what works best. The progress Bonnie has made is nothing short of amazing, and it’s all thanks to Robert’s guidance, patience, and pos…Read full reviewClose full review
Robert at K9 Academy is truly exceptional! He has an incredible ability to understand a dog’s individual needs and tailor his training methods to what works best. The progress Bonnie has made is nothing short of amazing, and it’s all thanks to Robert’s guidance, patience, and positive approach. What really warmed our hearts was how much Bonnie loved her sessions. She would get so excited every time we pulled into the parking lot—bouncing with joy and wagging her tail non-stop! It was so reassuring to see her so eager and happy to train, which speaks volumes about Robert’s skill and the trusting bond he creates with the dogs he works with. Robert not only helped Bonnie improve her behavior but also taught us valuable techniques to continue reinforcing her training at home. His professionalism, kindness, and passion for what he does are unmatched. Robert has exceeded all of our expectations, and we are beyond grateful for the incredible results. If you’re looking for someone who truly cares and delivers life-changing results for you and your dog, look no further than Robert at K9 Academy!
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