Joseph PooleApril 5, 2024Exceptional! I can't think of a more fitting word to express our entire experience with K9 Conditioning. We did the 4 week board and train with our 4 month old Buckley a Bermise Mountain Dog you will see in some of their latest pics. The dog we got back compared to the crazy puppy we dropped off is night and day. Steph, the head trainer is such an amazing person to work with. I am not exaggerating when I say he sent, updates, photos, videos, links to info, or some kind of information about how things were going almost every day. When my wife and I met with him to do the included one on one training, (mostly for us at that point), he was so patient with us and our dog. We honestly can't wait to use what he's taught us to help Buckley remain as calm, cool, and amazing as we now know he can be. We will be bringing every dog we end up having to K9C and could not be more pleased.
taraMarch 1, 2024When we got Juno (gsd), we decided right away that we wanted to invest the time into properly training her to meet her needs because we lacked experience in owning a large breed dog; we couldn’t be more grateful for being referred to K9 Conditioning for this journey. We started with some at home sessions with Stephen to evaluate her and get some more knowledge to navigate through her training, diet and daily needs. He answered all our questions and concerns on how to establish a foundation with her. Once she was 5 months we were ready to go with their 4 week raise and train program. As someone who was a bit nervous about dropping off their pup somewhere and being apart from her that long, those worries were quickly put to rest because we were reassured with what to expect out of the program but mostly because you can see they’re genuinely passionate and knowledgeable about what they’re doing and want your dog to succeed. We were constantly updated with photos, videos and instagram posts of her progress. Going in Juno would bark at everything, was nervous in social settings and had never interacted with another dog. In just a few weeks of their training regimen, you can see the difference. She’s been properly socialized and is now more confident in public settings, doesn’t bark at everything, has done great in place/down/crate/threshold work, heeling and has had the chance to interact with other dogs in a controlled setting and make fur friends while learning boundaries and play manners. Stephen also set up some sessions to help guide us on continuing the same training drills at home. We now have a routine that includes the proper exercise and training to help her thrive. So very grateful for all their hard work, dedication and guidance. Thank you so much K9 Conditioning !
Lorena VielmannJanuary 25, 2024I am very late at posting this review. I highly recommend K9 Conditioning to anyone needing assistance with dog training. My 2 1/2 year old Australian Shepherd Canela, all of a sudden, started having resource guarding and reactivity towards other dogs. We did the 2 week board and train this past summer. Stephen was GREAT. He sent pictures/videos almost daily. He kept me well informed and gave me detailed instructions on what I needed to work on. Yes you read it right. A lot of times we the humans are part of the problem. Although Canela is still a work in progress (as training never stops) she is doing so much better that I am able to take her on walks and go to public places knowing I can redirect her if needed. When time permits, we try to attend the group training on Sundays. Canela is always so excited to see Stephen and Tracy! That’s how you know they treated your dog well. Our experience with K9 Conditioning was great and continues to be great as Stephen will still take the time to help if needed!
Lori SloanJanuary 5, 2024We are so incredibly grateful for K9 Conditioning. Our family was feeling increasingly overwhelmed by our wild and out-of-control golden retriever puppy, Scout. Scout presented issues and challenges we had never encountered with our previous retrievers. We were truly at a loss, exhausted and struggling to determine how to proceed with Scout in our home. Through a recommendation from a friend, we contacted K9 Conditioning. We were immediately impressed by the personability of the owners and the prompt and direct communication. From the beginning, the goals for Scout were laid out specifically and with attainable steps. We were encouraged not to give up on Scout and were equipped with tools to handle his particular issues. Through his training (board and train and one-on-one) with Steph and Tracy, Scout has improved significantly both at home and in public. He is controlling his impulses at a level that he was not able to before. In addition to training, K9 Conditioning has offered us invaluable guidance and input on the best nutrition options for Scout. Through this process, we have discovered a sustainable and healthy raw diet for Scout that takes his variety of allergies into account. If you are looking for a dog trainer, look no further!
Sherry MontoyaDecember 18, 2023I can’t express enough how grateful we are to have found K9 conditioning! Stephen & Tracy are truly an amazing duo. They’re extremely knowledgeable & professional. We had our two Pomskies, Vader (6 M) and Luna (7 F) in K9 conditioning for a 4-week training course. At first, we had some apprehension about leaving our small dogs at a training camp that mostly catered to larger breeds. However, that apprehension was quickly diminished after meeting Stephen & Tracy and receiving constant updates on the dogs and their training (photos & videos provided daily) Luna & Vader both went into the training course with the following behavioral issues: barking at everything, separation anxiety, jumping up on people and furniture, anxiety around other animals and people, bad recall, and ignoring commands. Stephen did an absolutely outstanding job correcting these behaviors and placing them on a great regimen that ultimately helped eliminate many behavioral issues. Not only was the training occurring with the dogs but with our family as well. Stephen taught us how to transition the training back at home properly. We truly have noticed such a huge change in both their behaviors and couldn’t be more elated with how the 4-week training course went. The training and new routine have followed us home, and we can say that the dogs are happier & better off for it.
Faith SchreibDecember 12, 2023Knowledgeable, patient and instructive. Lots of dog trainers but I’m glad we chose Stephan.
Emily HolthausNovember 1, 2023We loved working with Steph and Tracy with K9 conditioning. If you’re on the fence or looking for someone in the Auburn area and beyond, just meet with them! You won’t regret it. Key benefits to working with them: communication, education, expertise (training, exercise, nutrition), understanding & approachable, and overall guidance. After consulting with Steph, we decided on the 4 week board & train with exercise and muzzle conditioning for our 3 year old pup, Shadow. Before meeting with K9 Conditioning, we tried to do what was best, but we lacked experience working with his breed (GSD). When I first met with Steph, I was at a loss about our next training steps due to inconsistent behavioral issues. We feared that the combo of large dog + unpredictable behavior could lead to an unpleasant and even devastating situation. Steph quickly simplified things by pinpointing the issues, educating me and put my mind at ease. Shadow lacked confidence, consistency and the right type of socialization. The board/train/exercise/muzzle was the perfect solution and overall reset for us. Not just for our dog, but an overall healthier and consistent routine/lifestyle reset & exactly what we needed. We now have a solid routine including daily training & exercise, place & crate work, and improved nutrition. We are finally on the right path and have K9 Conditioning available for continued guidance along the way.
Gabriel MaderoOctober 28, 2023A friend referred me to Stephen and Tracy at K9 Conditioning and I can’t express enough how happy our family is with our decision to bring our (at the time) 6 month old Cane Corso puppy to them for a 30 day board and train. Our pup from drop off to pick up is a night and day difference, not only is he extremely obedient, he’s even more confident now than he was prior to boot camp! Throughout the entire board and train we were constantly sent pics, videos and given detailed reports and updates. Dozer had something come up unrelated to training that required a visit to the ER and everything was ok, but what really put us at ease was how much it felt like Stephen and Tracy were treating the situation and caring for him as though he was a member of their family. If you are looking to have your pup trained properly I can’t stress enough how much you need to call the awesome people at K9 Conditioning, thanks guys!
John BunceOctober 24, 2023I only have good things to say about K9 Conditioning. Stephen our trainer is super professional and cool, has lots of knowledge about dogs and answers all of our questions. We’ve used used all of their services; individual training sessions, single day dog sitting, and their crate and train program.
Isabel OSeptember 29, 2023I would highly recommended K9 Conditioning. Our 6 month old pup completed a 4 week obedience training program in which our family was regularly updated so we could easily see our pups progress along the way. From my experience, the K9 Conditioning team not only loves dogs but they love what they do & truly want for each dog they assist to succeed. Our pup seemed very happy & comfortable while in their care. We are very pleased with the great improvement with our Apollo. Thank you so much K9 Conditioning!
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