Rivanna K9 Services LLC

These people are real masters. They are training working dogs and professional dog handlers at a national and international level, but was has been great for me is that they also help anyone with a pet dog like myself. No special breed or background is required. Most importantly they use positive reinforcement and teach you how to motivate your dog. I am an animal lover and will only participate in positive training. I have used Rivanna K9 Services for boarding training for a problem with my dog as well as participating in weekly classes. It’s a lot of fun.

I have went through two Rivanna K9 Services’ LE patrol dog schools. Armin and Tazzie are great to work with. They are experts and leaders in the field and both have a lengthy background of being in the dog training world. During my schools, I was given dogs that were selected and evaluated by Armin and Tazzie . Both dogs have validated proof of upholding Rivanna K9 Services’ known reliable/readiness skill sets. I’d highly recommend Rivanna K9 Services!

There are plenty of canine trainers out there, however, it is exceptionally rare when you are able to work with a professional trainer who is also a behaviorist as well. When it comes to the term behaviorist, there is an unwritten rule — a respect in the field among professionals — to reserve that title only for those who have the experience, expertise, and knowledge that comes through years of dedication and countless certifications. Armin Winkler is that professional trainer and behaviorist. I am pleased that Rivanna K9 Services offers both a training, as well as behavioral, focus for my Malinois. I have known Armin and Tazzie for over 12 years, and there is absolutely no one else I would ever trust with my Malinois. If you are serious about training your canine, and equally serious about your canine’s behaviors, this is where you want to be.