From Chaos to Calm

Obedience

Training

Comprehensive obedience training for dogs of all ages

Our Services

K-9 Kudos supports you at every stage, from 8-week-old puppies to adult dogs. Our training progresses through beginner, intermediate, and advanced obedience levels, with group and private sessions available to fit your needs.

Be sure to check out our 4 Puppy Training Programs! See the Puppy Programs drop down under Services!

  • Puppies 8-16 weeks AND Puppies 17-25 weeks old

  • Owners wanting a well-mannered dog they can take anywhere!

  • Owners that want absolutely “The BEST” program for their puppy!

We offer 4 comprehensive, customized puppy training programs designed to support your furry friend’s early development. If you are not joining one of our Exclusive Puppy Training Programs and are looking for easy enrollment of our group classes only, click here

  • Expert Trainers: Our experienced professionals specialize in puppy behavior, using proven techniques to guide your puppy’s growth.

  • Well-Rounded Development: Beyond obedience training, we focus on socialization, mental stimulation, and emotional and physical well-being, ensuring your puppy grows into a happy, balanced companion.

  • Cutting-Edge Methods: Our program exclusively uses positive reinforcement, incorporating the latest, most effective training techniques.

  • Socialization Focus: Supervised interactions with other puppies, people, and environments help your puppy adapt to various situations with confidence.

Level 1 Puppy Life Skills

  • Puppies 8-16 weeks old or 17-25 weeks old (small breeds will always attend the 8-16 week old classes)

  • New to the home puppies and/or first-time dog owners

  • Owners who want their pup to grow up to be a well-mannered and happy pet!

This class provides a strong foundation for your puppy’s growth through essential skills and positive experiences.

Socialization:

  • Foster positive interactions with other puppies, people, new environments, sounds, and objects.

Basic Obedience:

  • Learn key commands like sit, down, stay, come, leave it, hand target, place target, and basic loose leash walking.

  • Build the foundation for a well-mannered companion.

Training for Owners:

  • Master effective training techniques with hands-on guidance to encourage positive behaviors and curb unwanted ones.

Understanding Canine Behavior:

  • Learn to interpret your puppy’s body language and cues for a deeper connection.

  • Discover how dogs think and learn to tailor training to their natural instincts and intelligence.

Behavioral Observations:

  • Recognize how your puppy behaves when processing new information, and respond effectively to build trust and understanding.

Level 1 Doggy Life Skills

  • Dogs 26 weeks & older

  • New to the home dogs and/or first-time dog owners

  • Owners who want their pup to grow up to be a well-mannered and happy pet!

This program caters to the unique needs of older puppies and adult dogs, focusing on essential skills, behavior development, and owner-dog bonding.

  • Socialization: Promote confidence through positive, on-leash interactions with other dogs, people, and new environments.

  • Basic Obedience: Teach or reinforce commands like sit, down, stay, come, leave it, hand target, place target, and loose leash walking.

  • Owner Training: Equip owners with effective techniques to encourage positive behaviors and manage challenges.

  • Canine Communication: Learn to interpret your dog’s body language and strengthen your connection.

  • Understanding Behavior: Explore how dogs think and tailor training to their instincts and intelligence.

  • Impulse Control: Introduce fun games to improve self-control and behavior in various scenarios.

Level 2 My Well-Mannered Pooch

  • Pups that have completed Puppy Life Skills Level 1 OR Doggy Life Skills Level 1

  • Owners wanting to take the next step in obedience training

Elevate your dog's skills and deepen your bond with our Level 2 obedience training.

  • Building on Basics: Strengthen and refine the foundation from Level 1 with enhanced commands and reliable responses in various situations.

  • Real-World Application: Practice commands in everyday scenarios, including around distractions, to ensure practical, real-life obedience.

Level 3 What a Great Dog!

  • Pups that have completed Level 2 Well-Mannered Pooch class

  • Anyone preparing for the Canine Good Citizen certification 

  • Owners seeking a well-behaved companion with excellent manners.  It is also ideal for individuals aspiring to pursue therapy dog certification for their furry friend.

Take your dog’s training to new heights with our Level 3 "What a Great Dog" classes, designed to push boundaries and enhance obedience.

  • Extended Stay Commands: Build reliability with longer stays and increased distances, ensuring your dog remains patient and controlled.

  • Polite Greetings: Teach your dog to greet strangers calmly without jumping, reinforcing controlled and courteous behavior.

  • Refined Heel Position: Enhance obedience with prompt and accurate heel positioning, boosting control and communication.

  • Heeling Mastery: Perfect precision with turns, pace changes, and transitions for a seamless, enjoyable walking experience.

  • Distraction Focus: Strengthen your dog’s ability to stay focused and composed while encountering distractions.