Courteous K9

Courteous K9 offers a progressive training structure starting with Foundation 1 (Perfect Puppy or Courteous K9), followed by Foundation 2 (Life Skills), and Foundation 3 (Off-Leash Reliability with e-collar). Advanced options include Hounds Around Town, Agility, Toy Play Skills, Nosework, and Mondioring Obedience. Day Training includes daily skill-building and playtime. Board & Train is a residential intensive program. Private lessons are available in-person or virtually. Online learning is accessible via CK9 Membership with step-by-step video and text content.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $180 for a 6-week program and include access to online materials. CK9 Membership is $25/month. Board & train requires a non-refundable deposit to reserve a spot. Private lessons require scheduling approval. No multi-dog discounts available. E-collars (Dogtra or E-Collar Technologies) are required for Foundations 3 and available for purchase.

Policies

Boarding deposits are non-refundable, but will be refunded if availability cannot be met. No extra belongings allowed during boarding. Dogs must be up to date on Bordetella, DHPP, Rabies, flea/tick, and heartworm prevention. Aggressive dogs are accepted only in private lessons, not in group or board & train programs. Cancellations for boarding require advance notice. E-collar purchase is required for Foundations 3 class.

Courteous K9 is a dog training business based in Rochester, MN, offering a comprehensive range of services to help dog owners build well-behaved, confident companions. They provide group classes for all skill levels—from puppy foundations to advanced obedience and sport training—as well as day training, board & train programs, private lessons, and online learning through their CK9 Membership. Their unique advantage lies in their balanced training approach, combining positive reinforcement with tools like e-collars, prong collars, and toys to tailor methods to each dog’s needs. They emphasize educating owners as much as training dogs, ensuring long-lasting results. Additional services include dog daycare with structured training sessions during the day, nail trims, and baths. They accept puppies as young as 5 months and work with adolescents, adults, and seniors, handling all breeds including high-energy herding and sporting dogs.

They specialize in addressing reactivity, leash pulling, recall, separation anxiety, and basic obedience, with specialized programs like Reactive Remedy Private Lessons for dog-dog reactivity. Their facility-based programs include agility, nosework, toy play, and Mondioring obedience. They require up-to-date vaccinations and do not allow personal belongings during boarding. Their trainers are experienced and certified, with a strong focus on clear communication, consistency, and client support.

Clients praise the transformative results, noting their dogs become calmer, more responsive, and better behaved both at home and in public. Many combine group classes with daily daycare for maximum progress.

Accomplishments

High client satisfaction and success rates are highlighted. Trainers have years of experience and are committed to ongoing education in multiple training methodologies. They are recognized for their balanced, individualized approach and comprehensive training programs.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must create or log in to their Paw Partner account to register for classes or book board & train. Private lessons require approval and scheduling with Mikaela Gustafson or Ethan Hilgemann. Foundation 1 classes are recommended as a prerequisite for most advanced programs. An evaluation is required if previous training was completed elsewhere.