If you are wondering why professional dog trainers advise against dog parks, it is because they are unstructured, highly stimulating environments that frequently cause behavioral issues like leash reactivity, overexcitement, and poor recall. Dog parks are often not recommended by professional dog trainers because they lack structure, supervision, and consistent behavioral control. In Louisville, KY […]
So, you’ve booked your spot for our Louisville Board and Train program at K9 Trainology. Congratulations! You are taking one of the most effective steps toward achieving a calmer, better-behaved dog and a more peaceful household. If you’re wondering, “How do I prepare my dog for a board and train?” you aren’t alone. To prepare […]
When you bring home a new puppy in Louisville, KY, the first piece of advice your veterinarian or friends will give you is to “socialize them.” For most well-meaning dog owners, this translates to taking their new puppy to the dog park, letting strangers pet them constantly, and allowing them to greet every single dog […]
Remote collar (e-collar) training is one of the most misunderstood and highly debated aspects of modern dog training. Thanks to outdated information and cheap, incorrectly used “shock collars” from the 1990s, many well-meaning dog owners are hesitant to even consider using them. At K9 Trainology in Louisville, KY, modern e-collar training is a cornerstone of […]
A walk with your dog should be the best part of your day-not a miserable, shoulder-dislocating chore. If your dog prefers to drag you around your Louisville neighborhood rather than walking politely by your side, you are not alone. In fact, leash pulling is the number one behavioral complaint we get at K9 Trainology. Dogs […]
When deciding to invest in a dog training program, one of the biggest questions owners face is: should I choose a large commercial kennel or a private, in-home board and train? In Louisville, there are plenty of options, but the environment your dog learns in directly dictates the results you get. The Reality of Commercial […]
How Much Does a Dog Board and Train Program Cost in Louisville, KY? If you are considering a board and train program, you are probably feeling two things at once. You want your dog to be easier to live with, safer to handle, and calmer in real life. And you also want to make sure […]
K9 Trainology – Board & Train FAQ You’ve got questions – and that’s expected. Board and Train is a big decision, especially if it’s your first time. Below are the most common questions we receive to help you understand how the program works and whether it’s the right fit for you and your dog. How […]
We get asked all the time, what got you into dog training? The answer is simple: you think your dog is amazing, but you don’t know just how amazing they can truly be. Although on a more serious note, no owner deserve to live a life lacking confidence in their dog. In extreme cases, undoubtedly […]
K9 Trainology is psyched to announce the start of our blog! Since the beginning, K9 has managed to grow ourselves beyond where we started with our few original private dog training clients. We at K9 give credit to this growth and success to our implementation of consistent obedience guidance for all our client’s and their […]
