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The Balanced K-9

Bridgeport, Connecticut

4.6/5· 51 Google reviews

About The Balanced K-9

The Balanced K-9 is a dog training company focused on helping dogs and owners to have a better life together. The Balanced K-9 is located in Connecticut and was founded by Luciana von Breitenbach in 2017, when she decided to focus on helping dogs with behavior aggression issues. Our mission is to help owners with dogs of all ages and breeds to build a solid bond that enables an enjoyable life together. Our behavior modification and training services are provided in a Board & Train format where the animals live in a structured environment that allows them to make meaningful and lasting improvements in their obedience. We work with owners throughout New England, Metro NY and NJ.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
  • Recall training Customer-reported
  • Socialization

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
  • Counter surfing
  • Fear and confidence
  • Reactivity training
  • Resource guarding

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Training level

  • Beginner training

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Additional services

  • Boarding

Other listed services

View 11 additional details
  • Basic Commands
  • Comprehensive Evaluation
  • Dog Program
  • Dog Training Techniques
  • Dogs Collar
  • K-9 Dog Training
  • Leash Trained
  • Phone/ Video Consultations
  • Training & Behavior
  • Training Lessons
  • Week Program

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.6
out of 551 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Knowledgeable team 12
  • Behavior modification 7
  • Leash training 7
  • Obedience training 6
  • Aggression training 4
  • Reactivity training 4
All 10 topics
  • Aggressive dog 3
  • Anxiety training 2
  • Board and train program 2
  • Crate training 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

51 collected reviews

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Rita
5/5
My experience with The Balanced K-9 has been extraordinary. I adopted a mini schnauzer puppy which was untrained and terrorized me. He snapped, bit and was a little bully, when not scared to death of everything . I enrolled him in the three week boarding program (which was extend…Read full reviewClose full review

My experience with The Balanced K-9 has been extraordinary. I adopted a mini schnauzer puppy which was untrained and terrorized me. He snapped, bit and was a little bully, when not scared to death of everything . I enrolled him in the three week boarding program (which was extended to four weeks), after which Sunny learned confidence and obedience .While in the program, I received many videos and constant updates. Moreover, I was given the tools to ensure that Sunny could continue his training at home. Six months after training I sent an e-mail expressing my frustration over a problem with Sunny snapping when I would attempt to put on his collar/leash and other minor issues. Chuck came to my house (which is a good hour away from the training facility) to analyze the problems, and gave me recommendations to resolve the issues. He did not charge for the visit. The problem was not with the dog, but with me, who as Sunny's overall behavior improved, became lax with training. I am happy to say, one day after Chuck's visit, and my retraining, Sunny began to accept his leash. I cannot say enough good things about The Balanced K-9, but if you are looking for an intensive, but humane training program for your dog (and you), I highly recommend the Balanced K-9.

mike conway
5/5

We cannot say enough about The Balanced K-9. They were able to accept our dog in on very short notice l, communicated frequently and in detail, were there to answer our questions and always took the time to explain, demonstrate and reassure us. The follow up after initial training is also wonderful, supportive and reassuring.

Erin Higgins
5/5
We had an amazing experience with the Balanced K-9. We called for help with some in home aggression. They didn’t judge us, they took us quickly, they were in constant contact with us sending photos and videos everyday that we can use now that our boy is home. Chuck and Diego were…Read full reviewClose full review

We had an amazing experience with the Balanced K-9. We called for help with some in home aggression. They didn’t judge us, they took us quickly, they were in constant contact with us sending photos and videos everyday that we can use now that our boy is home. Chuck and Diego were knowledgeable, had us come for visits and training and all the things they helped us with really worked. They were the only ones to take our situation on so quickly and we could not be more thankful. We love our boy Murphy and we know they do as well!!

Naveen Chadha
5/5
Balanced K-9 is a great place to have your dog trained. They know what they are doing. They truly care for your dog and want to make sure that the dog and you have the best possible relationship. It is most definitely worth the money as they train your dog, but even the help a…Read full reviewClose full review

Balanced K-9 is a great place to have your dog trained. They know what they are doing. They truly care for your dog and want to make sure that the dog and you have the best possible relationship. It is most definitely worth the money as they train your dog, but even the help afterwards if there are any questions or concerns. They are friendly people and easy to talk to as well. Highly recommend!

Sushil Dayal
5/5
We are so happy to have discovered the Balanced K-9 by utilizing Bark.com. We sent our rescue puppy, Wynn, to their 3 week puppy board and train program and she came back a whole new dog (but with the same wonderful personality)! We just couldn't put in the time ourselves to help…Read full reviewClose full review

We are so happy to have discovered the Balanced K-9 by utilizing Bark.com. We sent our rescue puppy, Wynn, to their 3 week puppy board and train program and she came back a whole new dog (but with the same wonderful personality)! We just couldn't put in the time ourselves to help her learn what it means to be a dog in an urban environment and Balanced K9 took care of all of that for us. We loved the daily videos, photos, and updates on her progress (cause we missed her a lot). On graduation day, they brought her home to us and spent several hours re-acclimating her to our home, the neighborhood, and us. They went over everything she learned and how to keep up practice and reenforce all the trainings. Almost 2 months since she has been back, Balanced K9 continues to respond to any questions we have and are available to us when new things come up. Highly recommend Chuck, Luciana, and their whole team!

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