Blackhawk K-9

Blackhawk K-9 offers three core program structures: 1) Board and Train — dogs stay 2–8 weeks for immersive, intensive training with daily progress updates; 2) Day Training — dogs attend daily sessions (2–3x/week) without overnight stays, ideal for ongoing reinforcement; 3) Private Lessons — one-on-one sessions for owners to learn training techniques alongside their dogs. All programs include owner education and lifetime support. Behavior Modification programs are tailored for aggression, fear, reactivity, and anxiety, with customized timelines based on severity.

Pricing Summary

Prices vary by program: Board and Train ranges from $2,750 (2-week basic) to $9,600 (8-week behavior modification). Day Training packages range from $250 for a single session to $4,200 for 3x/week over 8 weeks. Free evaluations with 10% off for booking. Discounts available for 2-dog packages.

Blackhawk K-9 is a professional dog training business offering comprehensive services including Board and Train, Day Training, Private Lessons, Behavior Modification, and Pet Boarding. Based in Virginia and Texas, they provide personalized training plans tailored to each dog’s unique needs, whether addressing basic obedience, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, aggression, or fear-based behaviors. Their signature 1-2-3 process trains the dog, trains the owner, and offers lifetime support to ensure lasting results. They emphasize balanced training that incorporates positive reinforcement and corrections, and they actively involve owners in the process to build confidence and consistency at home. Their team includes certified trainers like Sam Boney (Training Director) and Eliza Jamison (Texas Head Trainer), who work with dogs of all sizes, ages, and behavioral challenges, including rescue dogs with severe issues. They also offer a rescue and rehab program, fostering and rehoming dogs with behavioral histories.

Their Day Training program provides structured daily sessions without overnight stays, ideal for busy owners, while their Board and Train programs range from 2 to 8 weeks for intensive behavior modification. They offer free in-person evaluations to assess goals and recommend the best training path, and they provide ongoing coaching after training completion.

Blackhawk K-9 also operates BK9 Academy for online training courses and supports dog owners through social media, blogs, and success stories showcasing dramatic transformations in dogs with aggression, fear, and reactivity issues.

Accomplishments

Trainers Sam Boney and Eliza Jamison lead the team with hands-on experience in high-intensity behavior cases, including rescue dogs with severe aggression and fear. They have successfully rehabilitated dogs with bite histories and extreme reactivity, enabling them to live safely in public. Their rescue and rehab program has transformed the lives of numerous shelter dogs, and their success stories are featured on their website.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free in-person evaluation at either their Virginia or Texas location. During the evaluation, a certified trainer assesses the dog’s behavior, discusses the owner’s goals, and recommends the most suitable program — whether Board and Train, Day Training, or Private Lessons. Evaluation scheduling is done via their online application form.