Aligned K9

Aligned K9 offers structured, individualized training programs including Basic and Intermediate Obedience, Focus Heeling, E-collar Training, and Fundamentals of Communication as self-paced online courses. The Board & Train programs are intensive, 4–6 week residential programs where dogs receive daily training, socialization, and behavior modification. Clients receive video updates and return home with a personalized plan and hands-on instruction to maintain progress. Workshops are offered case-by-case on specific topics. All programs emphasize communication, consistency, and building the dog-owner bond.

Pricing Summary

Training starts with a $100 introductory consultation. Online courses range from $49 to $222 for bundled packages. The 4-week board-and-train program is $5,200; the 5–6-week program is $6,850. Workshops start at $65 per session. All programs are one-time charges with no recurring fees.

Aligned K9 is a professional dog training business founded by Noelle Farr, a former special educator with over 10 years of experience training dogs, especially high-energy working breeds like Belgian Malinois, German Shepherds, Pit Bulls, and Dobermans. They offer personalized, science-based training using balanced methods that combine positive reinforcement with clear boundaries, all tailored to each dog’s unique personality and needs. Services include in-person and online private lessons, board-and-train programs, video courses, workshops, and behavior modification for issues like reactivity, aggression, and fearfulness. Noelle emphasizes building strong communication and trust between dogs and their owners, and she provides ongoing support to ensure long-term success. Their training environment is safe, structured, and home-based, with a focus on helping dogs thrive both at home and in public settings.

Aligned K9 serves dog owners in San Diego, California, and offers virtual services worldwide. They specialize in helping owners of challenging or high-drive dogs achieve calm, reliable behavior through customized programs that include e-collar training, focus heeling, and foundational obedience. Clients consistently praise Noelle’s calm, playful, and highly effective approach, noting dramatic improvements in their dogs’ focus, impulse control, and social skills.

In addition to training, they provide educational resources through video bundles, blogs, and group support, empowering owners to continue progress at home. Their board-and-train programs are particularly popular for dogs with severe behavioral issues, with clients receiving regular updates and hands-on follow-up training upon pickup.

Accomplishments

Noelle Farr is a professional dog trainer with over 10 years of experience and a background in special education, which informs her tailored, patient, and behavior-focused training methods. She has successfully transformed high-reactivity and high-drive dogs into calm, obedient companions, with numerous clients reporting dramatic improvements in behavior and bonding.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin with a $100 Introductory Consultation to evaluate the dog’s needs and discuss goals. After the consultation, clients can choose from private sessions, online courses, or board-and-train programs based on their preferences and the dog’s requirements.