FirstBarkI scheduled an appointment with Nate to help me with my dog being reactive. Especially with little dogs. He is very knowledgeable, kind and most of all patient with us. We’ve come along way but still have a ways to go.
West Michigan K9
West Olive, Michigan
About West Michigan K9
West Michigan K9 is a premier dog training company serving Grand Rapids and surrounding areas, specializing in real-world obedience, behavior modification, and advanced training. We work with dogs of all breeds and ages, from puppy training to off-leash control and behavior issues. Our background in training working dogs for law enforcement and service applications sets us apart. We bring that same level of discipline and reliability into every program, ensuring your dog performs in real-life situations. We offer stay-and-train programs, private lessons, and customized plans tailored to your goals. At West Michigan K9, we don’t believe in quick fixes, we deliver lasting results for both dogs and owners.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
Behavior support
- Reactivity training Customer-reported
How training happens
- Board and train
- Day training
- In-home training Customer-reported
- Online or virtual training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Advanced training
Support between sessions
- Follow-up support Customer-reported
- Personalized training plans
- Progress reports
Assistance and working dogs
- Police K9 training
- Protection training
Additional services
- Boarding
- Daycare
- Grooming
Other listed services
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- Canine Program
- Day Program
- Day Stay
- Detector Dog
- Dog Handler
- Dog Purchase
- Dog Schedule
- Dog Training Programs
- Maintenance Training
- Marker Training
- Narcotics Searches
- Private Appointments
- Stay & Train Program
- Teaching Your Dog
- Training Schedule
- Training Your Dog
- Video Training
- Week Program
- Working Dog
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
Do you take a good registered German Shepherd dog 1 1/2 yes old to train to be a working dog.
Yes! We work with dogs of all ages!
Community answer · West Michigan K9 · 2018-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.9
338 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- German shepherd care 28
- Knowledgeable trainer 9
- Follow up sessions 8
- Leash training 8
- 4 week stay and train program 7
- Extended training 5
All 10 topics
- Video updates 3
- Consistent training 2
- Handler training 2
- Listening to commands 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
The experience was great for the first time, my wife and I truly enjoyed speaking with the trainers. Sebastian, is a happy dog and they will be able to help him truly enjoy himself. Thank you West Michigan K9
WMK9 was wonderful, our GSD just finished up her stay and train and it has really helped us learn and control some of her behaviors. The staff is very friendly, helpful, and very knowledgeable. We will definitely return if we add another to our pack.
Amazing group of dedicated trainers.
Just picked my dog Odin up from a 3 week stay and train and needless to say my boyfriend and I are pleased with the results. Not only that but everyone on the WMK9 staff are awesome and so friendly! I cannot recommend West Michigan K9 enough!
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