Private lesson programs are designed for owners who have the necessary time and patience to work closely with their dogs. Private lessons are also ideal for dogs whose personality types work better when they remain in their home environment.

In each private lesson at our training facility, one of our certified instructors will teach you how to train your dog for obedience commands and how to handle unwanted behaviors. Your scheduled lessons will take place once a week or every other week (depending on what needs to be accomplished). In order for private lessons to be successful, you and your dog will be required to practice at home between lessons. A commitment of at least two to three twenty minute “homework sessions” per day is necessary for this type of training approach to be effective. During you pre-enrollment evaluation, one of our certified trainers will be able to answer your questions and suggest if this approach is best for you and your dog.

Residency programs meet the needs of owners who simply lack the time or patience to complete a training program on their own or who wish to put their dog's training into the hands of a professional. These programs prove especially effective for training hyperactive dogs, complicated behavior problems, or dogs with aggressive tendencies.

When you choose a residency program you know that the training of your dog will be accomplished quickly without disrupting your schedule. The length of training time is based upon your dog's personality, past and present behavior, and your goals for your dog. Once your dog has been evaluated by a staff trainer, we can recommend a training program that is ideal for you and your dog and give you a better estimate of how long it will take to complete the training.

Once your dog has completed a residency program at National K-9, dog owners will then be provided with a series of follow-up lessons which will provide instruction on how to handle and communicate with their trained dog. In order for all or our residency programs to be successful, it is imperative for owners to commit to incorporating what their dog has learned into everyday life. During you pre-enrollment evaluation, one of our certified trainers will be able to answer your questions and suggest if this approach is best for you and your dog.

Combination programs combine private lessons with a short residency program. These programs are normally helpful for those owners who do not have enough time to complete private lessons in their entirety. Our trainers will begin your dog's training at our facility through a short residency program. After completion of a residency program you will then begin to participate in your dog’s additional training through a series of private lessons until you accomplish your goals. During you pre-enrollment evaluation, one of our certified trainers will be able to answer your questions and suggest if this approach is best for you and your dog.

Behavioral Counseling sessions serve owners who have a generally well-behaved dog, but wish to solve a specific problem. Our staff trainers will advise you on probable causes and assist you with solutions. Behavioral Counseling can also provide you with assistance dealing with specific problems such as house training, chewing, jumping up, and more.