Alpha K9 U, LLC

Programs include group classes (Obedience, Agility, Dock Diving, Swimming) held once weekly with new sessions starting every 6–7 weeks. Private lessons are available for obedience and sports. Board-and-train programs are intensive, lasting 2–3 weeks, with daily training, progress updates, photos, and a hands-on owner session upon pickup. Training focuses on real-world application, with emphasis on handler communication and consistency. All programs require proof of vaccinations and negative fecal/Giardia tests.

Pricing Summary

Pricing varies by program: Private swim sessions start at $55/half hour; trainer-assisted swim sessions are $75/half hour. Board-and-train programs are priced based on duration and customization (e.g., $1500 for 3-week intensive). Group classes require vaccination and fecal test documentation prior to registration. No refunds are offered for missed classes, and registration is not complete until health documentation is received.

Policies

All dogs must have up-to-date Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella vaccinations and negative fecal and Giardia tests before participation. No retractable leashes allowed. No make-up classes. Registration is not confirmed until health documentation is submitted. Boarding requires appointments. Campus is closed weekdays 1:30–2:30 p.m. New dogs must complete at least one trainer-assisted swim session before independent use.

Alpha K9 U, LLC is a comprehensive K-9 care facility located in Fishers, Indiana, offering a wide range of dog training and care services under one roof. They specialize in puppy and dog training, board-and-train programs, group and private lessons, and dog sports such as agility, dock diving, and swimming. Their 17,000-square-foot campus features the area’s only indoor 40-foot pool and dock, making aquatic training a unique offering. They also provide boarding, daycare, grooming, conditioning, and pet supplies. Their training programs emphasize positive techniques, with a focus on real-world application and handler involvement. The facility requires strict health protocols including up-to-date vaccinations and negative fecal/Giardia tests for all dogs.

Trainers Hannah Brooks and Lisa Argo lead training and program coordination, with Founder Keli Andrea overseeing operations and sports competitions. They offer tailored board-and-train programs with regular updates and hands-on owner follow-up sessions to ensure training transfer to the home environment. Classes are held weekly with new sessions starting every 6–7 weeks, and private lessons are available for obedience and sports disciplines.

Alpha K9 U has been voted #1 Dog Trainers and has won multiple awards for excellence in dog training. They are BBB Accredited with an A+ rating and maintain high health and safety standards to ensure the well-being of all dogs in their care.

Accomplishments

Multiple award winner for BEST Dog Training; voted #1 Dog Trainers; BBB Accredited with A+ rating since 2020; features one of the Midwest’s largest K-9 training campuses with a unique indoor 40-foot pool and dock.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must contact the appropriate staff member (Lisa Argo for group classes, Hannah Brooks for private lessons or sports) to register. Registration is not complete until hardcopy proof of vaccinations and negative fecal/Giardia test results are submitted. New clients are required to schedule an initial evaluation or trainer-assisted swim session before participating in certain programs.