Professional K9

18/06/2025

💥💥💥 FELLOW TRAINERS!!!!! 💥💥💥
(sorry pet owners, this one's for our fellow dog training friends)

But not to worry, this conference benefits all of you because we can't wait to continue our education and network with some of the best to continue to bring you diverse training methods that best fit your needs. ( you all know we arent cookie cutter! )

We'd argue that Ohio has some of the best trainers in the country 💁‍♀️.

This conference is by the trainers for the trainers.

Open to the anyone looking to get in the industry to even the most veteran trainer. The goal is to bring our industry together and share knowledge.

Classes will include topics covering:

Animal/behavior theories
E-collar conditioning
Training Quadanrants
Client Communication
Therapy dog training and selection
Service dog training and selection
Protection and Sport dog training
Developing drive
Energy Work and Animal Communication
Working with dogs that have various impairments ( visual / auditory)
Introduction to odor work
Cooperative care training
Veterinary integration
Dopamine box
Retail sale to boost your business
How to sell yourself and your business

We will continue to post more details on our speakers and their detailed courses but know that this will be an event you won't find anywhere else!

Ridgeside K9 Ashtabula
Travis Lloyd
Kaye Smith
Stay Wellness, Therapy, and Consulting, LLC
Stacey Sinwald
Mitchell Christian
Christian K-9 Academy
Nick Hamer
Professional K9

We will have a vendor show going all weekend- if you and your business would like to set up and have a space please let us know and pass along to your favorite dog vendors as well. The goal is to have Ohios favorite dog people sharing what they do and sell!

Friday's check in is going to be hot 🔥. Hello Justin Rigney 😍 our keynote speaker is kicking off our weekend with some of the most valuable information you'll hear.

Throughout the weekend you'll have the opportunity to rotate rooms and dabble in topics that interest you, while networking with others from all over.

We can't wait to see you all there!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/professional-k9-development-conference-2025-tickets-1380969570159?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

15/06/2025

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As always, thank you Corpsman Maxton W. Soviak - Never Forgotten

13/06/2025

We're running it back, because tomorrow we are excited to see our friends Corpsman Maxton W. Soviak - Never Forgotten for another round of golf!

Let's say, weve learned a lot since last year....
So we've up our game with more dogs, team shirts, borrowed golf clubs, and well, I guess you'll see. We can promise you this, our golf game has definitely not improved!

✌️ stay tuned

12/06/2025

What if you did the hard thing... the uncomfortable things for a few months, but then you'd have so much freedom with your dog ?

Think about it.. what if...

You used the crate even when it was inconvenient

You woke up a little earlier to get a few minutes of obedience in or went for a quick walk

You commit to the plan even when you're tired or have a million things going on

You say no to the things your dog isn't ready for, but yes, to stepping outside your comfort zone to grow and make progress

You spend an extra minute or two savor the moments and bonding versus rushing because you just need to get it done

What if all the inconvenient and uncomfortable moments bring you a lifetime of peace, confidence, and freedom to do anything in the world with your dog? Would you do it?

Putting in the work now will pay off when..

You can take a family walk without chaos

You can explore that new place with your dog

You can enjoy having guests over

You can trust your dog with your kids and their friends

You can travel and vacation without worry

And so much more.

💙 we focus so much on commands, and skills and behaviors, but at the end of the day, none of it matters if you as a dog owner can't commit to being a little uncomfortable.

When you're ready to say yes, we're here to make that commit a little less scary 🙌

07/06/2025

We love a good pupdate! Frosty is out there being a very best boy and we are so proud!

This is why we do what we do, and this is what your support goes to.

Taking a vacation is something we all take for granted. Our Veterans having a service dog by their side, makes something like this possible. It gives them back their freedom and confidence.

Through your support, you continue to push our mission forward to get service dogs in the hands of Veterans and First Responders that need them.

Thank you. ❤️🤍💙

06/06/2025

This is Cowboy, he’s from the Marion County Dog Shelter. I’m currently working with him because someone said he had a bite history.
I have not seen anything other than a loving dog who wants a forever home. If I had the room I’d keep him. He’s a big love bug, he is a Velcro dog. So, when I get done with him, someone please go get him. I will give 3 free follow up lessons with whoever adopts him in their home.

31/05/2025

Some dogs challenge you. Some dogs heal you, and some dogs do both.

27/05/2025

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PROFESSIONAL K9 EXCLUSIVE!!!

These fans are 🔥🔥

Drop us a message or 🐶 if you want one!

26/05/2025

Today we honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. today we pray for their families and friends. May we continue to speak their names and keep their stories and legacies alive.

20/05/2025

If your dog can do it with their trainer, your dog can do it, period.

What it comes down to is if YOU are willing to improve yourself, change your lifestyle or routine, open your mindset, and work on your skills as a pet owner.

Training your dog is so much more than a simple command. It requires trust, consistency, and balance. Our job as trainers is to give you the tools ,confidence, structure, and foundation to teach your dog and achieve your goals.