Anvil K9 Dog Training LLC

Anvil K9 offers three main intensive programs: a 3-week Core Program for practical obedience and off-leash control, a 6-week Advanced Board & Train for high-drive dogs seeking elite reliability, and a 3-month Raise & Train program for puppies 8–12 weeks old. All programs use the NePoPo® system and include real-world exposure. Private in-home lessons are available hourly for personalized coaching. Each program includes progress updates via videos and texts, with follow-up sessions included for reinforcement.

Pricing Summary

NePoPo® 6-Week Board & Train starts at $6,000; Core 3-Week Program is $3,000; Raise & Train 3-Month Puppy Program is $10,000; Private In-Home Lessons are $150/hour. Additional weeks cost $1,000 each for behavioral needs. Discounts available for multiple dogs and veterans. Financing through Affirm is offered.

Policies

Additional weeks can be added to board-and-train programs at $1,000 per week for behavioral issues. Payment accepted via credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Affirm financing. Veteran discounts available. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated.

Anvil K9 Dog Training LLC is a professional dog training business serving Chattanooga, TN, Rossville, GA, and surrounding areas. They offer customized training programs using a balanced, NePoPo®-influenced system that builds clear communication, trust, and long-lasting obedience between dogs and their owners. Their services include board-and-train programs (3-week and 6-week), a 3-month puppy Raise & Train program, and private in-home lessons tailored to individual needs. They specialize in solving problem behaviors like leash reactivity, jumping, barking, and separation anxiety, while also offering AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluations. Their head trainer, Jake Mumford, is a NePoPo® Gold Certified trainer and AKC CGC Evaluator, ensuring expert, personalized guidance. They also provide follow-up support, progress videos, and flexible scheduling for busy families.

Anvil K9 focuses on real-world training environments, helping dogs behave reliably at home, in public, and during travel. They serve dogs of all ages and breeds, including puppies, adults, and rescues, and offer financing through Affirm and discounts for veterans and multiple dogs. Their approach emphasizes motivation and clarity over force, helping dogs work with heart and soul.

In addition to training, they offer pet boarding as part of their board-and-train programs, but do not provide grooming, walking, or day care as standalone services.

Accomplishments

Jake Mumford, head trainer, holds a NePoPo® Gold Certificate — one of the highest credentials in modern dog training — and is an official AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. He has trained dogs of all breeds and ages, including rescue and senior dogs, with proven long-term results.

How to Get Started!

Interested clients can call or fill out the contact form to discuss their dog’s needs, select a program, and schedule a consultation. A phone call is recommended to determine the best training path based on the dog’s behavior, age, and owner goals.