All About The K-9

Training is delivered through six-week group class sessions and private lessons. Programs include Puppy Foundation, Beginner Obedience, Intermediate/Advanced Obedience, AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, and private behavior modification sessions. Classes focus on real-life scenarios, leash manners, recall, reactivity management, and AKC title preparation. Instructors tailor training to each dog’s breed traits and individual needs, with ongoing weekly sessions to reinforce progress.

Pricing Summary

Group classes are offered in six-week sessions with registration and payment required in advance. Private lessons are available upon request. Phone calls over 10 minutes are charged at $25 as over-the-phone training sessions; appointments are required. No free initial consultation is offered.

Policies

Phone calls exceeding 10 minutes are charged $25 as over-the-phone training sessions and require an appointment. Class spots are not guaranteed until payment and registration are completed. No cancellation or rescheduling policy is explicitly stated.

All About The K-9 is a dog training business located in New Lenox, Illinois, founded by Heather Tannura, a certified dog trainer with over 15 years of hands-on experience working with dogs. The facility offers group classes and private lessons focused on obedience, puppy foundation, behavior modification, and competition training. Training is conducted in a climate-controlled facility with agility mats for comfort, and instructors use positive, reward-based methods. The business serves dogs of all ages and breeds, with specialized programs for reactive dogs, fearful dogs, and those preparing for AKC titles like CGC, Rally, Agility, and Nose Work. Instructors are certified through AKC, CCPDT, Fenzi Dog Sports Academy, and other reputable programs, and they emphasize building strong owner-dog relationships through education and consistency.

The team includes multiple certified trainers, including Heather, Sandy Heimberg, Char, Amanda T., Annie, and Amanda K., each bringing unique expertise in obedience, therapy dog preparation, aggression rehabilitation, and competitive sports. Classes are offered in six-week sessions, with private lessons available for tailored support. The facility also supports real-world application, helping dogs succeed in public settings, therapy work, and even dock diving.

All instructors are active competitors and educators, with many holding multiple AKC titles and certifications. The business promotes a holistic, compassionate approach that empowers owners to understand their dog’s behavior and communicate effectively. The facility is open to all dog types, from small breeds to large working dogs, and welcomes families seeking confidence, safety, and fun in training.

Accomplishments

Heather Tannura holds multiple AKC titles in Obedience (BN, CD, GN), Rally (RN, RA), Agility (ACT1, ACT1J, NA, NAJ), Nose Work (NW1, NW2), and Canine Good Citizen (CGC, CGCA, CGCU). She is certified through AKC, CCPDT, LAABC, APDP, Fenzi Dog Sports Academy, Susan Garrett’s Recallers, and MethodK9. Sandy Heimberg holds high-level titles including MACH, RACH, OM, UDX, and is in the Golden Retriever Agility Hall of Fame. Multiple instructors are AKC Certified Evaluators for CGC and S.T.A.R. Puppy.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should contact the business via phone, text, or email to discuss their dog’s age and training experience. Texting is recommended for quicker response. After initial contact, clients are directed to register and pay for classes via the online booking system or schedule private lessons.