Beast to Bestie K9 Academy

Beast to Bestie K9 Academy Family dog trainer. Turning problem beasts into your bestie Our training Philosophy:
At Beast to Bestie, we do not take a one-size fits all training approach.

We spend time getting to know the owner and the dog to create a customized approach based on the personality and drives of the dog and goals of the owner. Classes are private one-on-one sessions, where our trainer will teach you (the owner) how to communicate with your dog, teach wanted behaviors, and stop unwanted behaviors. Our goal is to not only teach a dog obedience or stop unwanted behavior,

but to build a strong, healthy relationship between owner and canine. Dogs thrive on strong leadership, structure, and routine. We will teach you how to be the leader your dog deserves, while incorporating structure and routine in your dog’s life, guaranteeing a happier life for both you and your bestie. For their safety and yours, it is vital a dog knows right from wrong, that is why we use a balanced training approach. This means during the learning phase of teaching obedience commands and house rules, we use reward-based reinforcements only. It is only after the dog knows and understands what is being asked of them, do we apply an appropriate correction for noncompliance or to eliminate dangerous behaviors. We love dogs and would rather them be uncomfortable for a second with a correction than be hurt or killed by performing dangerous activities. For more information or to set up a behavioral assessment, contact us by phone at (309) 798-3060 or by email at [email protected]

I have the best sacrifices ❤️
07/08/2025

I have the best sacrifices ❤️

9901 likes, 36 comments. “The life of a trainers dog 😂”

Now that Mickey can calmly walk by people, we can start having positive experiences with strangers! He went through to c...
07/01/2025

Now that Mickey can calmly walk by people, we can start having positive experiences with strangers! He went through to coffee drive through and the nice lady gave him his first pup cup! Maybe strangers aren't so terrible!

Wyatt putting his own flair on the place command 😂
06/20/2025

Wyatt putting his own flair on the place command 😂

06/20/2025

After a big session of doing scary things, and facing challenges, Mickey finally showed me his goofy, playful side!

I keep forgetting to take pictures of this crazy monster as our first few sessions I've had to avoid being his dinner 🤣 ...
06/12/2025

I keep forgetting to take pictures of this crazy monster as our first few sessions I've had to avoid being his dinner 🤣 but he's finally accepting me now and we can get started with the real training!

06/08/2025

Rampage got to show off his new tude to his parents today. He's such a good boy!

Not the play session I was hoping for, but our first meeting was civil and Rampage tolerated ClaireBear's existence.
06/06/2025

Not the play session I was hoping for, but our first meeting was civil and Rampage tolerated ClaireBear's existence.

What's worse than puppy piranha? Adolescent piranhas. Had to grab out the handling gloves for play 🤣
06/06/2025

What's worse than puppy piranha? Adolescent piranhas. Had to grab out the handling gloves for play 🤣

Reactivity is typically a symptom of a deeper issue and to address it you must work on the deeper issue, but at a point ...
06/05/2025

Reactivity is typically a symptom of a deeper issue and to address it you must work on the deeper issue, but at a point it's time to say enough is enough and end the behavior.

Rampage has come so far, since I first met him. He is such a proud, happy, confident boy now, but his reactivity has become a ritual that's keeping him locked in a mental prison. So today I used the e-collar to administer a few punishments for exploding at other dogs, and you know what he did after? He calmed down, he observed the dogs, he greeted a few through the fence, and when the other dogs were running and playing, he started showing signs that he'd like to join.

Punishment should not be the first option, but when used correctly can open up doors. I will be introducing him to ClaireBear here soon to start his journey to puppy friends.

06/03/2025

When it's raining too hard to take your reactive board and train to find dogs, you snuggle on the couch, work on a positive affect, and watch TWC course content together.

05/26/2025

Xavier pulling out the furnado on Tito 🤣

05/18/2025

Sometimes he forgets he can use his back legs 🤣

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