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
Other listed services
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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
Week Program
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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 came to Heather looking for help dealing with separation anxiety with our rescue dog. We were at the end of our rope. We couldn’t leave her alone, she would break all crates… it was rough. After 8 weeks we have made huge strides in the right direction all thanks to Heather! We…Read full reviewClose full review
We came to Heather looking for help dealing with separation anxiety with our rescue dog. We were at the end of our rope. We couldn’t leave her alone, she would break all crates… it was rough. After 8 weeks we have made huge strides in the right direction all thanks to Heather! We still have a ways to go because separation anxiety is hard but we are equipped with the right tools and heather will continue to coach us as we navigate this. Thank you so much for being there for us and giving us the peace of mind that we can get through this and enjoy life with Bonita!
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Steven Keller
5/5
Super happy with project K9. We are new to the area and have already found our border of choice.
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Emily Asbury
5/5Project K9 has earned our loyalty – twice! Ten years ago, Heather helped us train our older dog, and we were so thrilled with the results that we returned for puppy training with our new dog, Delilah. The in-home environment is a huge plus, offering a personalized touch that's ha…Read full reviewClose full review
Project K9 has earned our loyalty – twice! Ten years ago, Heather helped us train our older dog, and we were so thrilled with the results that we returned for puppy training with our new dog, Delilah. The in-home environment is a huge plus, offering a personalized touch that's hard to find. We appreciate that Delilah worked with the same consistent trainer, which allowed for a strong connection and effective learning. The outcome is a wonderfully obedient and well-mannered dog, especially gentle and loving with our children. Even though we live several hours away, we wouldn’t consider taking our dogs anywhere else. Project K9 is simply the best!
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Joany Garcia
5/5Heather at Project K9 was lovely and easy to deal with. She was great about communication and her hours worked out perfectly. Her facility was just what we needed as we passed through the area while moving from California to Colorado. Our Great Pyrenees dog, Nanuk was very well t…Read full reviewClose full review
Heather at Project K9 was lovely and easy to deal with. She was great about communication and her hours worked out perfectly. Her facility was just what we needed as we passed through the area while moving from California to Colorado. Our Great Pyrenees dog, Nanuk was very well taken care of and comfortable for her overnight stay, allowing us to get a good night’s rest at our hotel before getting back on the road. We would definitely have her stay at Project K9 again when traveling back and forth from Colorado to California and back.
Thanks Heather!
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Lisa Willmitt
5/5
I had a great experience with Heather. She is very knowledgeable in all aspects of training. I had an unruly pup 😆 but by the end of training he was well behaved.
I highly recommend the service
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