Balanced training dog training in Wisconsin

Dog Training is very special to me because not only am I teaching dogs foundational skills but in some cases I am helping save some dogs’ lives by training them and helping owners work on building a strong relationship with their dogs. I attended school for professional dog training and behavior science and during that time I completed an internship at an established dog training company and volunteered at the Humane Society. Once I graduated, I chose to open my own dog training business because I wanted to give every client their desired results along with a great experience, which includes honesty, hard work, patience, and a game plan to achieve their goals.

If your dog listens at home but falls apart around distractions, it’s not random, and it’s fixable. Rising Starr K9 (RSK9) provides real-world dog training in La Crosse and the Coulee Region for pulling, reactivity, and unreliable behavior that doesn’t hold up in public. With 25+ years of experience, Rick Pedersen has worked with over 1,000 dogs in training, building calm, focused, reliable dogs at home and anywhere you take them. Services include private training, group classes (AKC STAR Puppy, Intermediate, Canine Good Citizen), and in-home Board & Train with one dog at a time. Recognized as Best Dog Trainer 2026, RSK9 serves La Crosse, Onalaska, Holmen, West Salem, Sparta, Winona, Viroqua, Westby and the Coulee Region.

Unleashed K9 Academy LLC exists to open up lines of communication between you and your dog. It is our goal to show your dog the rules for living in a house with a human family and to help you understand what the dog needs to be able to excel in their environment. Together with the client we can UNLEASH your dog's full potential through a balanced training method that is both fair and compassionate.

Specializing in behavior modification and training of aggressive, fearful, and anxious dogs.

At Dirt Road K9 we help owners and dogs build a better relationship through balanced and proven methods of training. We can help with obedience, behavior modification and even working canine tasks. From the smallest of pet dogs to police canines, we work with any dog to help accomplish the goals you want to accomplish with your dog. You tell us what you’d like your dog to do, and we will do our best to ensure they are as successful as possible. Reach out to us for ethical balanced training by people who understand dogs.