Complete K-9 Academy, Inc.
Ranked #3 in Myakka City and #161 in Florida
Service area: Myakka City, FL, just minutes east from Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota and Bradenton.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Stealing Food
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
All training programs consist of private, one-on-one lessons, custom-tailored to each dog’s needs, with no group classes offered. Services are available On Site (one-on-one at their facility) or In Kennel (board & train). Programs include Evaluations, Puppy Education (6-13 weeks, a one-time class), One on One Obedience (13 weeks to senior, weekly private lessons), Boot Camp (6 months to senior, an intensive solution for busy owners or difficult dogs), Behavior Rehabilitation (6 months to senior, for deeply ingrained negative behaviors like aggression), and Problem Solving (any age, focusing on the root cause of issues. Upon completion, dogs receive a Certificate of Completion and a spot on their website and social media.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
The cost of training programs is custom-tailored to each dog, depending on training goals, problem types, and selected program. Evaluations cost $100-$200. On Site programs start at $950, and Boot Camp programs start at $3500.
Policies
Complete K-9 Academy offers ‘Life of the Dog Support’ for all graduates, providing free advice via text, FaceTime, or calls for the dog’s lifetime. On-site or in-kennel refreshers are available at cost. The business commits to honesty, only signing up clients they believe they can help.
Testimonials
“Gaby is the best of the best. If you want someone that really spends time teaching your dog good manners, look no further, she is the one. My Abbey (she is a Golden Retriever) was having issues with jumping. Not a little but a lot and very high, to the point I was worried about her hurting me. Nothing seemed to stop her. Had her at other trainers but that did not help. Gaby found the way to stop it. While also teaching her to come when called. Gaby is a one on one trainer … her business, she is the boss and the trainer. Unlike other places that use other people to walk and play with your dog because they have too many dogs in training and having to divide their time among them. Your dog will get all the training from Gaby herself as she only take a max of 2 dogs at a time. She really knows how to speak the language of dogs and will also teach you. Explained everything to you in details so that we can understand. Actually looking forward to using Gaby in the near future as Miss Abbey gets older and picks up any bad habits. Complete K9 Acadamy is an awesome, secure place, extra clean, large kennels and plenty of room to run. I will also take Miss Abbey to board with her anytime I get a chance. Thank you Gaby.”
– Becky Campbell
“Hands down. This is the place to choose for training your dog/companion. 5 stars for sure! Owned and run exclusively by Gaby (Gabriela Urevitch), this is a boot camp program for training your dog that is second to none. Gaby, alone, trains the dogs, and only accepts two at a time. She will spend much training time with each one of them. There are 5 acres of grounds for the dogs to roam. This includes a pond for them to enjoy, as well. The grounds are well maintained. There is even an obstacle course area for dogs to master. The kennels are clean and she is able to allow each dog his own space, with the opportunity to be outside during the day and sleep on a cot indoors, at night. Water is always available for them. Owners supply their own food. There is just no doubt that Gaby loves her work and loves working with her dogs. The training was wonderful and completely what we wanted and needed. We adopted our dog, Jack, 18 months prior to our taking him to this Boot Camp. Although we thought we were training him, there were a few things we needed to overcome. Through Gaby’s training, we now have the understanding as to why our own techniques were not working. Plus, Jack needed to learn socializing with humans. Gaby took him on outings to Lowe’s and Starbucks, teaching him to trust us with his safety and to be unafraid. But, surprisingly, the training and help do not stop after boot camp. Gaby is on call” via the internet, phone, or texting, even after the training is completed. We know this first-hand, as we have communicated several times already. Our Irish Setter, Jack, completed his boot camp in March 2014. Gaby sent us text messages, e-mails and photos during the time he was in training. We had consistent communication, so we knew exactly how Jack was doing. Look at her website in detail – you will be amazed! What more could an owner want? This Complete K-9 Academy is the best and we recommend it to everyone.”
– Gary (Snake) Bryson and Marianne Bricker
“Words cannot describe how wonderful our experience was with the professional training services provided by Gaby, owner of Complete K-9 Academy. Gaby arrived in early February to take our Boosie, part Pit/Shepherd Mix, away for entire week of Boot Camp training. When Boosie left us he was an out of control puppy starving for discipline, control, and consistency. He always pulled/lead the chain, hunched the blankets and pillows, jumped on others and simply did all he could do to be the pack leader. Upon his return from Boot Camp a week later, Boosie returned a completely discplined puppy. I cannot describe the amazing difference in him…no more pulling /leading the chain, not even once. He totally knows who the pack leader is and submits himself to our evey command taught to us by Gaby. He is a real joy to have around now and worth every penny of the training. I highly recommend the training and wish that every dog be required to have this training. We want to express our gratitude to Gaby for her talent, skill, desire and patience in training. Without you, life for Boosie would definitely be less fulfilling. Thank you Gaby. Also, thank you for the education and information on the raw food diet for Boosie. We are thankful and most happy to the new found diet and highly recommend it to anyone in consideration. All our Best – Keep Doing What You’re Doing! Love, Stayce, Nate, Rick & Oreo (even the cat likes the new Boosie).”
– The Elliot Family
About the Trainer
Complete K-9 Academy, Inc. is owned and operated by Gabriela Gallas. Gabriela began working with dogs in her native Bulgaria, then continued in the U.S. as an apprentice in 1999, and opened her first dog training school in Illinois in 2002. By 2006, she had established three dog training schools, including “Trinity Dog Training” and “Complete K-9 Academy” in Florida.
She operates Complete K-9 Academy from her 15-acre training facility and home in Myakka City, Florida. Gaby describes her training method as a balanced one, incorporating both positive and negative reinforcement. She primarily uses physical and verbal praise for good behavior and corrections for mistakes, noting that food/bribery is rarely needed for most clients’ dogs.
Complete K-9 Academy offers professional, no-nonsense, and real-world dog training methods. They provide a full range of obedience training programs, including Puppy Education, Off-Leash Obedience, and their popular Boot Camp program. Additionally, they sell custom leashes, long lines, training collars, and other equipment through their online store and at their facility.
Accomplishments
Gabriela Gallas is recognized as one of the best Private Dog Training Schools in America due to her extensive experience in canine psychology, real-world problem-solving approach, and talent for teaching human students. She has been compared to Caesar Millan by clients. Her demo dog, Kaya, graduated from the Patrol Dog School with the North Port PD.
How to Get Started!
To begin training, all dogs must undergo an initial evaluation and consultation at the facility. This 2-hour evaluation is by appointment only. For a ballpark price quote, clients can text Gaby, the trainer, at 941.812.7188.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Afternoon
- Evening
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- Women-owned
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
- restroom unisex
Other Services Offered
- Dog breeder
- Kennel
- Pet boarding service
- Pet supply store