Project K9 is a professional dog training service located in Hurricane, Utah, proudly serving St. George, Washington, and surrounding areas in Southern Utah. Our mission is to help families build healthy, happy relationships with their dogs through personalized obedience training, behavior modification, and socialization.
We specialize in board and train programs, private training lessons, and doggy daycare, all tailored to your dog’s unique needs. Whether your dog pulls on leash, barks excessively, or struggles with anxiety or aggression, our proven training approach gets real results.
We offer a safe, structured, and loving environment, and we treat your dog like family. Contact us today for a free consultation and take the first step tow
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Recall training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Barking
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and train
Day training
Group classes
Online or virtual training
Pack walks
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Senior dogs
Training level
Beginner training
Intermediate training
Support between sessions
Personalized training plans
Training approach
Positive reinforcement
Additional services
Boarding
Daycare
Dog walking
Consultations
Free consultation
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Dog sitting (in-home)
Other pet sitting (in-home)
Dog Classes
Continuing Education
Dog Behavior Solutions
Dog Learning
Ear Cleaning
Family Dog
Home Lesson
Leash Walks
Nuisance Behaviors
Traveling Service
Video Course
4 Week Course
Adult Training
Assistant Dog Trainer
Behavioral Dog Training
Boot Camp For Dogs
Customized Training
Day Course
Day Time Care
Dog Trainer Academy
Dog Training Gear
Dog Training Program
Dog Training Training
Dog's Learning
Exercise Sessions
Gentle Massages
Medication Administration
Overnight Stays
Pet Sitting
Real World Training
Train Courses
Training Exercises
Training Sessions
Training Your Dog
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Questions & answers
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What people have asked about this business.
My dog barks at everything. Can training help?
Yes! Excessive barking is often rooted in anxiety, not attitude. Our programs focus on building calm, confident behavior at the root—not just stopping the symptom.
Boarding and Daycare drop-off is from 7–8 AM, and pick-up is from 4–6 PM. These times help us maintain a consistent routine for the dogs in our care.
Our training pickup is scheduled into one of our training session windows so we can take the time to go over everything you need to be successful at home.
Do you offer boarding or daycare without doing training first?
Yes, we offer boarding and daycare for well-mannered dogs. We do not take on dogs who are dangerous at this time. Safety and structure are our top priorities.
Can you provide medication if my dog stays with you?
Of course! We have been professionally taking care of dogs for 17yrs, and have experience in the following:
-Geriatric and hospice care
-Care of disabled dogs
-Oral and topical meds
-Injections
-Restraint holds
-Nutrition
Yes! All interactions are carefully supervised, and new dogs are introduced slowly to the group. Groups are arranged by size, age, temperament, and play style. We only allow socialization with dogs that are a good match in temperament and energy. We do not take on aggressive dogs at this time into our groups.
Yes! We work with the entire family, including the kids. We want everyone to be on the same page, and really work hard to get the young ones involved with responsibility/chores, as well as the fun activities with the dog. They are a part of your family too, after all!
Definitely. Whether your dog pulls, lunges, or gets over-excited on walks, we’ll work on calm leash walking using proven, real-life training strategies around distractions.
We work with reactivity regularly.
Absolutely. We specialize in helping families with young children and dogs create safe, respectful relationships. We even offer training geared toward family routines and transitions like bringing home a new baby.
Give us a call or fill out our consultation form on www.theprojectk9.com. We’ll schedule a free phone or in person consult to learn about your dog and help you with figuring out which program will be the best fit based on your preferences!
Yes! During training, you will get real-time footage of our training lessons so you can see your dog's progress.
We regularly post on social media pictures and videos of the dogs we are working with.
We even send cute pictures and videos to the owners while their dogs are staying with us!
How far in advance do I need to book for boarding?
We have very limited space for our daycare and boarding services. We typically book out a few weeks in advance, especially during holidays or summer. Early booking ensures your spot and gives us time to prep for your dog’s stay.
Our Board & Train program includes personalized obedience training, daily structured exercise, socialization with other dogs, and real-world outings in Southern Utah. We focus on behavior transformation, not just commands. You’ll also receive go-home lessons and continued support.
5/5We had the opportunity to work with this amazing trainer Heather as we embark on getting my son a ESA and soon to be therapy dog. I can't say enough amazing things about her program. Not only was her one on one sessions amazing but her online training was SO BENEFICIAL. We were a…Read full reviewClose full review
We had the opportunity to work with this amazing trainer Heather as we embark on getting my son a ESA and soon to be therapy dog. I can't say enough amazing things about her program. Not only was her one on one sessions amazing but her online training was SO BENEFICIAL. We were able to work with our dog in our home and re-watch things that we need to work on more for guidance. AND she was in touch with us every week fine tuning the things we had learned. She is worth every penny.
We have noticed so much change in our pup and the relationship with my son that they have bonded is phenomenal. I KNOW it is with the help of Heather that this happened. My son has HIGH anxiety with selective mutism, he is terrified of animals (due to a dog attack) but Heather was able to help them both bond this relationship.
Not only have we learned basic commands and training techniques, but we have learned so much about taking care of our new family member. Again...HIGHLY RECOMMEND her online program and actually all her programs she offers, she is AMAZING!!!
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Jim Jensen
5/5Heather is the best. A super-experienced professional. She understands how dogs and people think and feel so she knows how to overcome the inhibitions we both have to proper training. Follow her methods and use her tools and you will have guaranteed success. Our young Irish Sette…Read full reviewClose full review
Heather is the best. A super-experienced professional. She understands how dogs and people think and feel so she knows how to overcome the inhibitions we both have to proper training. Follow her methods and use her tools and you will have guaranteed success. Our young Irish Setter was 100% out of control. We tried all the online free tips and tricks and nothing worked. He chewed up everything, ran wild, and liked to bite and jump on you all in good fun. We literally could not turn our backs on him. It was exhausting and we thought we would have to get rid of him because we couldn’t get him under control. After just 4 lessons with Heather we were back in charge and Murphy had a future in our family. We are so grateful to Heather for saving our relationship and making it so we can enjoy our pet.
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Kaelee Noorda
5/5My dog and I took virtual lessons with Project K9 due to the pandemic. It was just as effective as being in person. Within the first 3 virtual lessons, my dog started paying more attention to me. He started walking right next to me all the time. He stopped trying to break out …Read full reviewClose full review
My dog and I took virtual lessons with Project K9 due to the pandemic. It was just as effective as being in person. Within the first 3 virtual lessons, my dog started paying more attention to me. He started walking right next to me all the time. He stopped trying to break out of his crate when I left him alone. Heather taught me how to communicate with my dog and understand better how he should behave. Romeo now comes when I called him (I used to have to chase him down). All that was accomplished during 3 virtual lessons! Now that we've completed the program, I know that he will listen to me and stay by me on or off his leash. We can go hiking comfortably and safely and I can finally leave the house without him. Looking back, I wish would've started training with Heather the day I got my dog. It would have made our first few months together a lot easier. I have a lot more trust in my dog to be overall well behaved. I am so happy and it was money and time well spent for sure!
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John Lorenzo
5/5
Absolutely fantastic
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Austin Woodward
5/5Heather is a great trainer. Our German shepherd has come so far since we started taking her. She had reactive/aggression issues and heather gave us all the tools/games/ places to go/ things to do/ how to use an E-collar etc. Her Separation anxiety has tremendously improved. she u…Read full reviewClose full review
Heather is a great trainer. Our German shepherd has come so far since we started taking her. She had reactive/aggression issues and heather gave us all the tools/games/ places to go/ things to do/ how to use an E-collar etc. Her Separation anxiety has tremendously improved. she used to tear up our walls, chew everything in sight and poop all over her self and the kennel. NOT ANYMORE. She is happy to be left alone and loves her "wolf den" (Kennel). Price is a little more than others and she is kind of far from us. but in the end we it was worth it because now we have a dog who listens to us and loves to go on road trips. Normally Heather closes at 6 but she worked with us so that we could make it to all 5 our classes. Her story is amazing when you guys get to know her btw.
5 Stars
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