Service-level dog training — built on focus, technique, and engagement.
We believe every dog has the potential for excellence. At REAL K-9, we don't use shortcuts or gimmicks. Our methods are grounded in understanding canine psychology, building clear communication, and creating lasting behavioral change.
The result? Dogs that are confident, balanced, and responsive — and owners who finally feel in control.
Foundation commands, leash manners, and impulse control. For puppies and dogs new to structured training.
Dogs develop focus and self-control. Owners improve handling techniques, leash work, and gestural communication.
Off-leash reliability, distraction-proofing, and complex command chains. For dogs ready to level up and handlers ready to sharpen their skills.
Aggression, anxiety, reactivity, and fear-based issues. Every case starts with an assessment to build a customized plan — structured rehabilitation for real-world results.
Learn the "why" behind our results-driven systems — not just the "what" or "how." We teach owners the system, so results don't disappear the moment training ends. Your growth as a handler is just as important as your dog's.
"James is truly in a league of his own. We'd been to many dog trainers previously to leash train our reactive rescue without any progress. With James we saw progress pretty much immediately."
"I truly believe what he does with dogs is an art form. Within a few minutes of working with your pup, he'll almost certainly have them more engaged and focused on him than you likely thought was possible."
"Isla has gone from a dog who barely listened to commands, had reactivity issues, and was anxious a lot — to a dog I've been able to take on walks off leash now. He helps you develop into the handler your dog needs you to be."
"When I first met James, I couldn't even get my two-year-old Golden Retriever to walk across a field with me. Just yesterday, someone stopped me on a walk to compliment how well-behaved she was — and that's all thanks to James."
"James changed my life! My dog Rusty has pulled me to the ground multiple times because of his leash aggression. After one session with James, Rusty was walking diligently by my side."
"James is an excellent educator and it's clear that he loves what he does. He really has dog training down to an art form, and it was such a pleasure to get to learn from him and his demo dog Obi."
Tell me what's going on with your dog and what you want to achieve. I'll tell you if we're a good fit and what the next step is.