Echo Canyon K9

15/08/2024

29/07/2024

We are so proud of our trainer Alexandria and her canine Hex! They competed in their first Rally competition and received a qualifying score. We look forward to seeing this team bring the heat in upcoming Rally events!

29/07/2024

Elliot went home on Friday. He has made great improvements in his behavior and reactivity. We look forward to seeing his progress as he continues working with his family.


04/07/2024

Tonight’s the night that a lot can happen. While we celebrate our freedom on this Independence Day- please do so respectfully and responsibly. Never shoot off fireworks over someone else’s home/yard or over/near a farm and farm animals.

As for our 4 legged canine friends, here are some suggestions to help them with this evening’s festivities.

1) If you are heading out to enjoy the festivities, please kennel your pet while you are away. A kennel is not a punishment, it is a safe space where your pup can feel secure and decompress.
2) Play games. If your dog goes nuts for fetch, play ball in your fenced back yard during festivities. If you’re worried about them fleeing- put them on a long line so you have influence. 
3) Training time. While the festivities get underway, you can put your pup on leash and practice obedience drills. This will take their mind off the noise and help them learn to focus on you. Reward their focus on you!!
4) Keep them with you…if you have a fence jumper- keep them with you on leash this evening.
5) Kennel time: if you can’t keep them with you and you are busy, put them in the kennel where they feel safe and secure. We recommend putting in a high-value treat such as a good bone that they can enjoy while chillin in the kennel.

Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, happy 4th of July from all of us at ECK9!

03/07/2024

MEET YOUR TRAINERS: Angela Kupper ~ Trainer & Owner

Angela is a balanced trainer who has experience in behavior modification, obedience and protection. She has over 20 years experience in training and husbandry with a variety of breeds, mixes and hybrids. On her off time she enjoys working her dogs in protection and rally, hiking, camping and horseback riding.

03/07/2024

MEET YOUR TRAINERS: Alexandria Shapiro ~ Trainer & Service Dog Trainer

We are pleased to announce the newest member of our training team: Alexandria Shapiro! Alex is a LIMA based balanced trainer who specializes in Service Dog Training and Medical Alert. With over 10 years experience, Alex brings a wealth of information to team. Alex has trained for non-profit service dog providers and is known for her expertise and kind demeanor. In her spare time she enjoys showing in rally, hiking, events and traveling with her service dog.

02/07/2024

Welcome Elliot to our program! This beautiful boy will be learning to walk with a loose leash and to work on a few small behavioral issues. He is a sweet boy who was rescued by his current owners earlier this year. We look forward to sharing his progress 😊

02/07/2024

Oreo, our SDIT for several months, went home to his owner in Florida last week. He is adjusting well and living his best life while helping his owner with light balance and mobility work. We look forward to pupdates and to hearing of their adventures together!

24/06/2024

Passing through the tip of Alabama taking this sweet boy to his home!

11/06/2024

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28/05/2024

28/05/2024

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25/05/2024

Some down stays at the local Home Depot

23/05/2024

The Coyote Kid aka “Bean” practicing place on her cot.

18/05/2024

Oreo and Lexi did wonderful at the local mall! Many distractions, but they stayed on task. Elevators and escalators were no problem for them proud of these pups!

15/05/2024

Lexi passed her restaurant test this evening, proud of this girl!

15/05/2024

Do you train in real life scenarios such as *restaurants, *stores, restrooms, and event? If not, you should be. Train for real life.
(*dog friendly)

13/05/2024

Jake is doing well with his dedicated owner. Jake has had some reactivity on leash with other dogs, but he is learning neutrality and proper behavior. I am so proud of this team!

13/05/2024

Training with clients in public settings is vital. Distractions and real life situations benefit a client and their dog by building future success. Train for real life with clients.

10/05/2024

Please take a moment and consider signing the petition to fight the CDC restrictions on importation of dogs. Thank you.

Revise CDC's Import Requirements for Foreign Dogs

08/05/2024

Coyote practicing place while we eat. Place is an important skill for dogs to know.

08/05/2024

Lexi says it’s a beautiful morning to train at the park…

01/05/2024

Lexi went to her first pet friendly store and did excellent even with distractions.

01/05/2024

Coyote is doing well in our puppy program and loved her leash (and to walk herself)

25/04/2024

Oreo in an extended down stay while training at the park Tuesday evening. He completed over an hour down stay and is going to make his owner very happy. (Only on a collar- no e-collar used)

25/04/2024

Coyote learning place. She is such a spicy but sweet girl!

25/04/2024

Welcome Lexi to our board & train! Lexi is a beautiful and energetic 8 month old Mini Aussie who will be learning her basics of obedience. She is a quick learner and we are happy to have her with us!