Canine Training Academy LLC

Canine Training Academy offers customized training programs including obedience classes, puppy training, behavior modification, and tracking/trailing instruction. Programs are delivered through private lessons, group classes, in-home sessions, and facility-based training. They also provide AKC CGC preparation and specialized K9 tracking seminars for law enforcement and SAR teams. Training is structured around individual dog and owner needs, with ongoing coaching and lifetime skill reinforcement emphasized.

Pricing Summary

Phone consultations are offered at $30 for 30 minutes and $60 for 60 minutes. Specific pricing for group classes, private sessions, and intensive programs is not listed on the website but can be obtained by contacting the academy directly.

Canine Training Academy LLC is a professional dog training business founded in 1997 by Linda Porter and John Lutenberg, offering personalized dog training services in Canon City, Pueblo, and Fremont County, Colorado. They specialize in obedience training, puppy classes, behavior modification, and unique tracking/trailing programs for both pet owners and K9 professionals. Their approach emphasizes educating owners on how dogs learn, using science-based, positive methods grounded in decades of real-world experience. Linda Porter, a former K9 officer and animal control officer with over 25 years of hands-on experience, leads training for pet dogs, while John Lutenberg brings 40+ years of expertise in law enforcement and search & rescue K9 training. They offer in-person training at their facility, in-home sessions, and phone consultations to support dog owners with issues like fearfulness, aggression, leash pulling, and separation anxiety.

The academy stands out by combining elite K9 training techniques from law enforcement with compassionate pet training, helping families build lifelong bonds with their dogs. They also provide free training videos and AKC CGC preparation, making their resources accessible to all dog owners. Their programs are tailored to any breed, age, or training goal, with a strong focus on practical, real-life outcomes.

Linda and John have trained dogs for police, military, and search & rescue teams across the U.S. and internationally, including in Kenya, and continue to share their expertise through seminars and private coaching. Their commitment to ongoing education and ethical training methods ensures clients receive up-to-date, effective solutions.

Accomplishments

Linda Porter is a former K9 officer with 15+ years in law enforcement, a certified trainer in aggression management and behavior modification, and has trained K9 teams for the Colorado Department of Corrections and the Mara Conservancy in Kenya. She helped develop the California POST Tracking curriculum and trained with renowned Dutch trainer Dick Staal. John Lutenberg is a retired K9 supervisor with 40+ years of experience, an expert witness in Colorado courts, and has trained K9s for multiple state and federal agencies. Both have received multiple awards, including Lifesaving Medals and the Medal of Honor for K9 work.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a phone consultation, which can be booked by emailing with the subject line “BOOK PHONE CONSULTATION,” including name, phone, and a brief description of the dog’s issue. After the consultation, clients are guided toward appropriate training options such as private sessions, group classes, or in-home training based on their needs.