K-9 Learning Center

02/17/2025

From Nan Edwards, Owner/Instructor: Yesterday I was notified that my Newfoundland, Harry made the Top 10 Obedience list for the Newfoundland Club of America. That is for the 2024 year. This is quire an honor and it is the third time in my years of showing that I have put a dog in the Newfy Obedience Top 10. Harry's full name is VN Ch Amity's Wizard Returns to Nicholas Lake CGC TKN TKI RN RA RE CD WD WRD3 DD TDD. Next time you're at the Training Center, stop by and give Harry some extra attention.

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02/12/2025

Congratulations to K9 Learning Center instructor Sarah Hess. She just completed the requirements to become an AKC CGC evaluator. Great job.

01/05/2025

New classes begin this week. There is still time to grab a spot. Call/text Nan at 269-341-3105. Happy training 🐾😁🐾😁

09/24/2024

The K9 Learning Center fall sessions will begin the week of October 14th. We have Starters (puppy/beginner) classes, Obedience, Rally, Advanced Starters, and CGC classes. Please contact Nan at 269-341-3105 or [email protected] for questions or to register. Happy training.

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09/11/2024

The memorial for Sharon Little is set for 9-21-24 at 1 pm. It will be held at her sister’s house at 189 N Benton Center Rd. Her husband Mark is asking for a head count to plan for food. Please contact him to let him know. You can also contact me and I would be happy to relay the message. My number is +12693413105. Thanks

07/04/2024

Don’t forget. New classes begin the week of July 15th. Multiple Starters classes are available as well as advanced options. Contact Nan for details. 269-341-3105

07/04/2024

Check out the new decor in our front section. It’s gorgeous. Thanks to all who helped.

06/16/2024

Calling all K9 Learning Center friends and family. On June 22nd (Saturday), we are having a volunteer help out day. After being in business over 13 years, our jumps need to be repainted, divider gates and other equipment needs a bit of repair plus we are planning to paint and then add a decorative collage to the big wall in the entry section of the space. Any help would be greatly appreciated. The K9LC will provide lunch and drinks. We will start at 9 am but folks can come anytime. Please contact Nan at 269-341-3105 if you can make it. We would like to get a head count for lunch. Let's crank up the radio, accomplish things, and maybe joke around and have a silly good time. 😁😁😁😁😁😁

05/15/2024

The K9 Learning Center is offering a CGC (Canine Good Citizen) test this Saturday (May 18, 2024) at noon. The CGC is an American Kennel Club program supporting well behaved dogs in our communities . The cost for this test is $20 for people not currently enrolled in K9LC classes. Please contact Nan at 269-341-3105 to register and for details. It is expected that folks testing will be familiar with the CGC program and its requirements and be prepared to meet those requirements. This information is available on the AKC website.

05/05/2024

The K9 Learning Center's next class sessions will begin the week of May 27th. We would like to officially welcome Sarah Hess as our new instructor. She has rough collies and participates in rally, obedience, draft, herding and conformation. Sarah is teaching this current session and will continue to teach in the next sessions. Please watch for class time changes as we reorganize our schedules. Contact Nan at 269-341-3105 for questions about classes or general information for the K9 Learning Center. Thanks and happy training.

04/21/2024

Memorial services for Sharon Little have been canceled. Sharon’s husband Mark is in the hospital. Updates will be shared as information becomes available. Please help share the information. Thanks

04/08/2024

There will be a Memorial service for K9 Learning Center instructor Sharon Little on April 21 at 2 pm. The service will be at New Day Church located at 416 W Pleasant St, Watervliet, MI 49098. Sharon passed away April 3 following an illness. Thanks

04/03/2024

It is with incredible sadness and heavy hearts, the K9 Learning Center family must announce the loss of Sharon Little, instructor extraordinaire. Sharon passed early this morning following an illness. Sharon was a delightful force at the Center, teaching classes and supporting all sorts of dog related activities. Besides teaching classes, Sharon was a CGC and TDI evaluator. Her mini Aussies, Pailey and Murphy, achieved numerous working titles including Rally Master, UDX and TDD (Team Draft Dog). They also titled in Barn Hunt, earned CGC and Tricks titles, among others. Sharon's quiet manner and enormous kind heart will be deeply missed. Her husband Mark, also a regular at the Center will forward information about arrangements as the they becomes available.

01/03/2024

Today I say goodbye to Secret, more formally known as WA Nautica’s Secret Smile CGC CGC-A TKN TKI CD CDX WD WRD3 WRDX1 DD TDD2 DDX RN RA RE RM. Rest in peace sweetheart! You will be greatly missed.

Oct 15, 2011 - Jan 2, 2024

Every dog I loose takes a piece of my heart and every dog that comes in to my life gives me a piece of theirs. If I live long enough, my heart will be all dog and I’ll know how to love unconditionally.

12/29/2023

NEW CLASSES BEGIN NEXT WEEK 🐾😁
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269-341-3105

12/21/2023

Christmas Canines
Many families choose to add a puppy or rescue dog to their homes at Christmas. A pet can bring joy to a family for many years. Holidays are often hectic and it is important to prepare for the new arrival before they come. Puppies know nothing. They have no manners and are probably not housebroken, may never have been told to stay off the furniture, not to chew shoes or children’s toys. They are curious, adventurous, and do not know the rules you have in mind for them. Rescue or shelter dogs may come with already learned bad habits and need to learn what is expected of them in this new environment. It may take several days or even weeks before you discover the behaviors that landed them in the shelter. These behaviors may be hard to change. During the holidays there may be many distractions in the household. Preparation is essential. A plan should be in place for where the dog will sleep, eat, where he can stay in the house and how to ask to go out to go potty. Everyone in the family should know the plan so the dog gets the same message from everyone. Everyone needs to know what the method of discipline is and how to apply it. Children need to know how to play with the puppy or dog so they don’t hurt each other. There is excellent help available to make the transition smooth for both the family and the canine. In Watervliet, Nan Edwards’ K9 learning Center has been in business for 13 years and offers classes for all levels and especially for new holiday pets. K9 Learning Center instructors are experienced, knowledgeable, and want to help you succeed. Classwork and individual attention will lay the ground work for your pet to be well behaved in your home in and in the community. The skills earned are the basis for earning the nationally recognized title of Canine Good Citizen offered to all dogs by the American Kennel Club. Classes begin the week of January 2. Cost for the 6 class series is $125. Classes fill quickly. Call Nan at 269-341-3105 to sign up.

Thank you Diana Dick for this article. Diana is available for in home individual consultations. She can be reached through LaKabin Kennels at 269-674-8728.