FirstBarkGreat trainer. Our dog did a board and train and came back a new dog. Now there is no jumping, no aggression, he heals like a show dog, and he rarely barks. We've tried other trainers but Knallhart has been excellent.
Knallhart Kennels & Training Academy
Iowa City, Iowa
About Knallhart Kennels & Training Academy
At Knallhart, our goal is to solve one of the canine’s industry’s leading issues by providing all our clients the most elite, personalized services for their unique canine companion. We successfully accomplish this by consistently providing transparency about our services & training methods, offering flexible service house, and providing the support you need to help both you and your canine achieve your goals. Our services are unique and can be customized based on you and your dog’s needs. We specialize in basic pet obedience, AKC and advance obedience, service & therapy dog obedience and certification and dog behavior modification.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Crate training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
Behavior support
- Reactivity training Customer-reported
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
Knallhart Boarding & Training is an elite training service that is offered on a very limited basis every month. Board and Training is the most effective and efficient training program at Knallhart Academy. This service is customizable based on the goals YOU have for your dog. The cost is $85/ day, please visit our website or contact us at 319-573-2133 for enrollment information. · Listed price: $85.00
- Group classes
Program details
Please contact us on the current classes and pricing information for our group classes.
- Private training
Program details
Knallhart Private Training Sessions are one on one sessions with you and a Knallhart Academy Professional trainer. These sessions are flexible, they can take place at your home or in public and can cover skills from puppy obedience to behavior modification.This service is a great way to be hands on and involved during your dog's training journey! Knallhart Academy's goal is not only to train your dog but to also train YOU TOO. The price is $100 per one hour lesson, please visit our website or contact us at 319-573-2133 for enrollment information. · Listed price: $100.00
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Support between sessions
- Follow-up support
- Homework and practice Customer-reported
Assistance and working dogs
- Service dog training
- Therapy dog training
Training approach
- Balanced training
Additional services
- Boarding
Program details
Knallhart Boarding & Training is an elite training service that is offered on a very limited basis every month. Board and Training is the most effective and efficient training program at Knallhart Academy. This service is customizable based on the goals YOU have for your dog. The cost is $85/ day, please visit our website or contact us at 319-573-2133 for enrollment information. · Listed price: $85.00
- Grooming
Other listed services
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- Dog Psychology
- Emotional Support
- Family Dog Programs
- German Shepherd Trained Youth Dogs
- Phone Consultation
- Working Dog
- 6 Week Program
- Dog Jumps
- Dog Training Programs
- Jump Start
- Kennels & Training
- Training Academy
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.9
149 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Therapy dog training 15
- Board and train 11
- Obedience training 11
- Newfoundland puppy 10
- Quick response 7
- Family training 4
All 10 topics
- Leash pulling 4
- Aggression training 3
- Dog whisperer 2
- Fearful dog training 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
I am so happy with everything Chelsey has done for us! During her six week stay Trixie has become more well mannered and confident as well as greatly improved her food aggression. We've both learned lifelong skills and I love that I will always have support in the future if needed.
We went to Chelsea after browsing through a few other training academies in the area. We knew that with two people working full time, we needed someone that could teach and enforce the areas that we needed DESPERATE help with. Chelsea was absolutely great! She took the time to ge…Read full reviewClose full review
We went to Chelsea after browsing through a few other training academies in the area. We knew that with two people working full time, we needed someone that could teach and enforce the areas that we needed DESPERATE help with. Chelsea was absolutely great! She took the time to get to know our dog first and then described how the training would look. We learned so much about ourselves and our dog after going through her course. I can't recommend Knallhart enough! They have given us a peace of mind that we are ready to handle any stressful situation that may arise with our dog. And if we're not, she'll be available to help us out!
Sully and I started training with Chelsey back in April/May of 2019. Sully was about 8 months old and was frustrating for me to handle. I tried so many other options from different collars, harnesses, leashes and even a different training group class. I eventually refused to take…Read full reviewClose full review
Sully and I started training with Chelsey back in April/May of 2019. Sully was about 8 months old and was frustrating for me to handle. I tried so many other options from different collars, harnesses, leashes and even a different training group class. I eventually refused to take him on a walk because he would pull so much. Chelsey met with us and fit us into her schedule for a six-week boarding and training. We also took two of Chelsey’s group classes after boarding and training to work on socialization and leash skills with other dogs and their owners. We continue to work on the skills we have learned from training with Chelsey. Sully is great at on leash or off leash heeling even for other people including small kids. When he approaches other people, he doesn’t jump and sits down for a pet. He plays well with dogs of any size although he loves puppies because he is still a big puppy himself! I recently showed him how to heel alongside of a bike (which he used to be afraid of bikes passing) and he had no problems with it. We love working with Chelsey and would recommend Knallhart to any dog owner as it has changed our lives for the better.
Way to pricey
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