K9KEY

This was my first time bringing my dog to a summer camp and I have to say I was very hesitant. But I am so happy I did ! Steve did an amazing job with my German Shepherd ! Before Risky use to give us the hardest time, with trying to walk him, he would always pull me, try and leap towards other people walking on the street or riding their bike. We had a very difficult time with him listening to us and him being so overreactive. Risky stayed with Steve for about 8 weeks and it was so difficult for us, but I know he was getting the training he desperately needed ! I use to think that we waited too late to take him to get trained, he was 2 years old when we decided to take him. We were told by other dog owners we waited to long he won’t be to be trained, but I am very happy we took him. I am very grateful we found K9 key ! Steve has taught us on how to handle Risky and how we should go about training him. It is definitely worth the money ! I would recommend K9 key to anyone with puppies or older dogs !

I’ve been fortunate enough to grow up with dogs in my childhood and can appreciate all the benefits it provided then. Now, as an adult, I can understand how challenging adding a dog to a young family could be. Especially dogs that are not particularly trained and obedient as I had growing up. I’m not quite sure how my parents pulled it off. I imagine under great distress. Well, I didn’t want to repeat that with my own young family. Like anything I thoroughly researched. First about breeds, looking for what breed would fit my family best. We landed on a Standard Schnauzer and made efforts to find the best breeder available to us. Next, a deep dive into professional training. If we were going to make an investment in adding to our family we wanted the best version of a pet we could achieve and thinking back to my childhood dogs I knew the only way was to seek professional help. The world of dog trainers is difficult to navigate. The space is filled part time trainers, chain store trainers, and novice/amature trainers all in business with varied outcomes. We were seeking a true professional. Someone who only trains dogs with a history of success. One name kept coming up and it was K9key and Steve. We sought out an appointment and met with him with our entire family in tow. He fielded questions form my spouse and I, as well as my two children 6 and 8. He detailed his methodology, addressed questions and concerns, provided evidence based practice as to why his approach is so successful. Steve was transparent as to what our participation level would have to be to achieve the compliance and obedience we were looking for in our pet. After careful consideration we understood that this system was our best option. One of the hardest things to do in this experience was handing Shelby our Schnauzer over. So with our entire family we dropped Shelby off for training. Immediately I came to appreciate Steve’s experience and attention to detail. He engineered an exchanged that considered both the emotions of my children and the anxiety of my pet. I was reassured we made a good choice. A good choice it was. We have the dog we wanted. Shelby is smart and obedient. Great with commands, great on walks, and great with visitors. Shelby has learned a lot in her training but we as a family have also been educated. Ongoing training on the weekends help reinforce what Shelby now has engrained thanks to K9key. We speak the same language and our dog understands. We are forever grateful and fully appreciate the gift of a great dog and companion that Steve has helped us achieve.

I recently enrolled my beloved mini dachshund, Harry, in a 4-week board and train program, and I couldn't be happier with the results. The experience at K9Key was exceptional from start to finish, and I highly recommend their services to all dog owners seeking professional training for their fur babies. From the moment I contacted them, the staff at K9Key were friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about their work. They even worked with me to take Harry when I was going out of town. They took the time to listen to my concerns, understand Harry's behavior, and tailored a training program specifically to address his needs. Their commitment to individualized attention and personalized training plans set them apart from other facilities I had researched. Not to mention Harry got to stay in a house with people rather than a kennel which I was worried about with other programs. During Harry's stay at Steve’s I was pleasantly surprised to receive regular updates and photos of his progress. It was reassuring to see him engaged in various training exercises, socializing with other dogs, and forming a bond with the experienced trainers. These updates not only kept me informed but also made me feel connected to Harry throughout his time away from home. When I finally reunited with Harry after the 4-week program, I was amazed at the positive transformation in his behavior. Harry needed to stay for an extra 4 weeks to work more on his needs. Steve had worked diligently to address Harry's specific issues, including separation anxiety and leash pulling. They utilized positive reinforcement techniques, and it was evident that Harry had formed a strong trust and bond with his trainers. Not to mention Harry is quite the shy boy and only really opens up to his “people” but he loves Steve! He wags and gets on his belly every time he sees him. The training didn't stop when I brought Harry back home. Steve provided me with detailed instructions, practical tips, and ongoing support to help me maintain the progress Harry had made. They truly went above and beyond my expectations in ensuring a successful transition and continued improvement in Harry. We even attend the included weekend classes to keep Harry fresh on his training. I wholeheartedly recommend the 4-week board and train program at K9 Key to all dog owners. They possess a deep understanding of canine behavior, employ effective training methods, and genuinely care about the well-being and development of the dogs they work with. Harry's progress speaks volumes about the quality of their program, and I am grateful to the entire team at K9 Key for their dedication and expertise. Thank you so much for your outstanding service!

Our dog, Dakota, gained some serious anxiety issues during the pandemic and became very protective of our home and the new baby we had during that time. When we started to let people back into our home again Dakota was aggressive and we had a few issues that frankly we didn’t know how to handle on our own. Steve was reassuring and didn’t show judgement to us as bad pet owners. He had compassion for our situation and took the issues as seriously as we did. Dakota did not return home to us until Steve felt comfortable with his new skill set. There is a lot of work we need to do as pet owners and Steve made that clear from the beginning as well, but the change that Dakota has made on his own is drastic. We are forever grateful for the work that Steve and his team have done!