K9KEY

We learned about Steve and K9 Key through his countless positive reviews here on Google. We got our 2 year old Aussiedoodle Draco at 3 Months during COVID in 2021 and we worked with two different trainers. Draco learned very basic obedience and commands. However, due to a tragic accident where he was hit and run by a car and it was such a miracle that he survived with no physical long term effects but at the expense of being chased by first responders in our town and other pedestrians trying to help us get him back, Draco lost so much trust in people other than myself and my husband. The mental trauma that he experienced that day changed him completely. Thankfully he made a full recovery but after this event he became very reactive towards everyone other than us. We worked with a local trainer and after a year and some change we saw some positive change however he would still bark at people and children, lunge at others on the street and also pull us and lunge at others when on walks. Thankfully, we took a chance and we live in New Jersey and we made the almost 2 hour commute to meet Steve. Steve was extremely kind, honest, and up front after meeting Draco telling us realistically that with his training program and following up with his classes he could see us getting to be better but that this would be a journey not just with Draco doing his part but for us as his parents as well. He stressed the important of his training but also how critical training is after a few weeks working with him and his team. I think this part is most critical. After working with Steve we are beyond grateful for what he and his team were able to accomplish with our Draco and what we’ve learned to keep him safe. Draco now is much less reactive than before Steve has helped us harness tools to control his reactivity and how to correct his behavior. We have been beyond impressed with Steve’s knowledge on dog behavior and especially his Saturday classes. Steve’s attention to detail is second to none in group classes he remembers every dogs name, their strengths, and their weaknesses and is able to harness a safe environment for parents working with dogs like our Draco who has reactivity. What Steve has built is a community of dog lovers trying to learn better communication with their dogs. We cannot recommend his program enough and believe his program is well worth the investment. We cannot thank you enough Steve!

I would highly recommend K9KEY to anyone looking to train their dog. Steve and his crew really did an amazing job with our dog Blu. She was showing aggression on a daily basis including lunging at the windows, people outside/on our property which also made it almost impossible to take her on walks or control her on or off leash. We had looked time and time again for a dog trainer in which we could trust (or even just show up for an evaluation after a few failed attempts of this) and after doing some research came across K9KEY. After going in for an evaluation on Blu, Steve was honest with what he believed he would be able to achieve with Blu based off that interaction with her and was very thorough with how the process would go. He was extremely responsive and sent videos updating us on Blu’s training and how she was adjusting which was great. After Blu’s training we learned how to continue her training in the way Steve taught us and have really enjoyed it. It gave our dog structure, and she really enjoys it as well. Her listening skills are better than we could have hoped for. Our vet mentioned how well behaved she was when we brought her after her training. The best part is we will be able to continue her training with K9KEY at the weekly meet ups. We can’t thank Steve and the K9KEY staff enough for the care and education they provided for Blu and our family.

K9key changed our life. We are an elderly couple that adopted Stella. Stella was rescued from Antigua, she was a lot to handle and very sweet at the same time. We weren’t sure if we could keep her or give her back to the shelter. We looked diligently for a board and train group and discovered K9 key. Steve Hong and his team have exhibited the best that you could hope, for we were dealt with honestly, our questions were always answered and the training materials and videos were terrific (and easy to understand) We are extremely lucky to have found K9key. Stella came back to us a different dog in all positive ways.

Steve is a lifesaver! He is the best dog trainer and we had such a great experience. Our dog Louie is an Irish doodle and he displays food aggression and guarding. Steve trained Louie-he stayed with him for 6 weeks-on his behavioral issues. He patiently went over with us (many times) what we needed to do at home. He was always available to answer a text or give us a moment of his time after the Saturday training sessions. Louie is a gem and we love him! Louie also stays with Steve when we go away and he’s always so excited to see him. Thank you Steve and K9Key!