Clever K9s

Training programs are structured in age-based group classes: Puppy Manners (8 weeks–5 months), Basic Manners (5+ months), Focus & Self-Control (all ages), Agility (8-week sessions), and Nosework (6-week sessions). Classes are 50 minutes weekly with 4–5 dogs. Floor rental is available for experienced agility handlers. Private lessons are offered by an independent trainer on-site. All programs emphasize obedience, socialization, and confidence-building with individualized exercises. No beginner agility is offered without referral from Winnegamie Dog Club or prior experience.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $100 for a 4-week session. Agility and Nosework classes run 8–6 weeks respectively. Floor rental is $10 for 30 minutes or $20 for an hour. Swim orientation is $50 for 30 minutes; unassisted swims range from $25–$50 depending on duration; staff-assisted swims are $35–$40 for 20–30 minutes. Payment is due for the first class of any session.

Policies

Classes open for registration 28 days before the start date. If a class is full, clients may join a waitlist and will be notified via email if a spot opens, with 24 hours to register. Floor rental requires enrollment in an agility class or prior experience. No clients are allowed in the swim pool due to state regulations. Refunds are not explicitly guaranteed; one review mentions a refund was not processed despite being offered.

Clever K9s is a full-service dog training facility established in 2007 in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, offering group training classes, private lessons, and agility floor rental. They focus on building trust and clear communication between dogs and their owners using positive methods, with no physical corrections allowed. Classes include Puppy Manners for puppies 8 weeks to 5 months, Basic Manners for dogs over 5 months, and specialized programs in Agility and Nosework. All classes are small, with 4–5 dogs, and run weekly for 50 minutes over a 4-week session. Floor rental is available for experienced agility handlers with updated equipment including Clip & Go contacts and aluminum jumps. Private lessons are offered by an independent trainer, Cassie, through the facility. They also provide dog daycare, professional grooming, swim services, and a retail store for pet supplies.

Their training philosophy emphasizes real-life skills like recall, loose leash walking, settling, and socialization. Families are encouraged to participate, including children. They do not offer in-home training or behavior modification for aggression; those cases are referred to local behaviorists. Their swim program includes orientation and staff-assisted sessions for dogs with mobility issues or confidence needs. All services are provided in a large, climate-controlled facility with daily pool sanitation and humidity control.

Clever K9s operates 7 days a week with extended hours and offers loyalty and frequent buyer programs with no cards or receipts required. They are committed to customer service and treat every dog as if it were their own.

Accomplishments

Established in 2007, Clever K9s has provided training and pet services for over 17 years. They maintain a large, modern facility with updated agility equipment and a climate-controlled swim pool. They are recognized by clients for consistent service and community trust.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must sign up for classes via the Bookeo scheduling link. New dogs must complete a swim orientation before using the pool. Private lessons require calling the facility to schedule with the independent trainer, Cassie. All training classes require payment for the first session at sign-up.