helping dogs find calm & confident leaders. because dogs are dogs- and thats a good thing

Dog Training Services

Expert training to enhance the bond between you and your dog for a happier life together.

Boarding Care

Your dog deserves more than a kennel run. At Small Town K9, boarding means structure, comfort, and care- where every guest is treated like family.

Stay & Learn Programs

Your dog will live in a structured, supportive environment that builds skills, confidence, and lasting results. And you'll gain the knowledge and tools to keep the progress going at home. Because this isn't about a quick fix- it's about creating the partnership you always dreamed of

Stop Managing Chaos> Start Living With Your Dog, Calm, Confident, & Connected

5 Week in-person program for busy dog owners who are DONE with frustration and READY to build relaxed routines, grounded leadership, and an all-around better life with their dog

You'll Learn:

How to lead with calm energy (even when life is full)

Routines that actually stick- even on the chaotic mornings

Leash handling, boundaries, and mindset work that feels good

How to stop managing behaviors and start co-creating a lifestyle that flows

This isn't just dog training-it's life training (for you both) And it starts with one small shift

The Stay & Learn Programs

The Fresh Start

For dogs (and owners) who need a reset button.

This program is all about building a strong foundation. In The Fresh Start, your dog will learn everyday manners like leash walking, polite greetings, settling in the home, and responding to basic cues- even when life gets distracting. Perfect for puppies, young dogs, or any pup who just needs a clear framework for "how to dog" in the real world

Ideal for: Puppies, adolescent dogs, and families wanting a clean slate.

The Reset & Rise Program

Because your dog is ready for more than just the basics.

The Reset & Rise is designed for dogs who need more than just a tune-up. Here we dig into behaviors that make daily life stressful- like jumping, pulling, ignoring commands, or struggling with focus. With a mix of structure, guidance, and enrichment, your dog leaves not just with manners, but with tools to rise into their best version.

Ideal for: Dogs who already know some basics but need consistency, structure, and problem solving support. NO HUMAN AGGRESSION

The Summit Program

The highest level of training for the strongest transformation

The summit is for dogs who need big-picture change. Over 6+ weeks, we go beyond the surface and address deeply rooted patterns- whether its reactivity, anxiety, impulse control, or chronic bad habits that are wearing your done. This is where real, lasting, transformation happens. Your dog will leave confident, reliable, and ready to take on the real world by your side.

Ideal for: Dogs with struggles, or families who want the most comprehensive results possible. NO HUMAN AGGRESSION

Invest in your dog. Invest in your life together

When choosing a Stay & Learn, You're not just paying for boarding day- you're investing in a transformation. You're buying back. your peace of mind, your freedom to enjoy life with your dog, and a clear path forward when things have felt overwhelming

Your dog will live in a structured, supportive environment that builds skills, confidence, and lasting results, And you'll gain the knowledge and tools to keep the progress going at home. Because this isn't just a quick fix , it's about creating the partnership you always dreamed of.

The Fresh Start

3 week program/$2,500

Ideal for puppies, young dogs, or families who want a clean slate and solid manners. The Fresh Start lays the groundwork for a lifetime of good behavior

The Reset & Rise

The Summit Program

Everyday manners (sit, down, leash walking, crate training)

Household structure + polite greetings

Confidence - building through enrichment

Owner coaching so you can maintain success

5 week program/$3,800

Ideal for dogs who need more than just the basics. The Reset & Rise transforms stress into structure, turning chaos into calm so you can actually enjoy life with your dog.

Foundation skills + advanced reliablity

Tackling unwanted behaviors (pulling, barking, jumping)

Real- world focus around distractions

Transfer lesson to set you up for success at home

All skills from Reset & Rise

Intensive work on reactivity, anxiety, or certain behaviors

Reliable off-leash recall + advanced obedience

Real-world outings to generalize skills everywhere

Ongoing support for long term success

6 + week program/$6,800

Ideal for dogs with bigger challenges- or owners who want the most comprehensive results. This is where lasting transformation happens, with training that goes deeper than surface- level obedience

Boarding With Peace Of Mind

Your dog deserves more than a kennel run. At Small Town K9, boarding means structure, comfort, and care- where every guest is treated like family.

We know leaving your dog is never easy. That's why our boarding experience is designed to give you total peace of mind while giving. your dog a home-away-from-home. Dogs stay in a calm, structured environment where they're not just looked after- they're supported. With daily routines, enrichment, and plenty of love, you can relax knowing your dog is safe, cared for, and thriving.

Pick up & Drop Off

To keep dogs calm and our schedule structured, we have an app that all bookings can be placed on. We ask that the times you pick are respected as other owners have set times as well. WE ARE CLOSED ON SUNDAYS

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Late pick ups after 5:30pm will be charged as an additional night of boarding.

Early or late arrangements may be available for an added fee ($25 convience fee)

This helps keep transitions smooth for both dogs and humans

Standard Boarding

$50/night

Safe, structured care for dogs who just need a comfortable place to stay

Boarding + Enrichment Upgrade

Boarding Upgrades

Comfortable crate for restful downtime

Structured daily potty breaks + exercise

Enrichment activities to keep their mind engaged

Loving care & supervision from an experienced trainer

$60/night

The best option for dogs who thrive on more stimulation & engagement

All standard boarding amenities, plus:

Extra Training touch ups on basic manners

Confidence- building enrichment games

Structured play and outings

Suites~ (5x5 kennel) $20

Extra walks ~ $35

Outings~ (pet friendly stores, parks, etc MUST have past training ) $40

For the dogs who need a little more space and a little more one-on-one time

These are all additional options to any boarding stay

Holiday & Peak Rates

+$25/night during major holidays "DAY BEFORE, DAY OF & DAY AFTER" (Thanksgiving week, Christmas/New Years, 4th of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Spring Break)

Holiday reservations require a 50% NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT