Discovery K9

Discovery K9 offers three board-and-train programs: Basic (14 days), Intermediate (21 days), and Advanced (30 days), each building on the previous with increasing complexity and distraction training. The 30-day program includes off-leash obedience, confidence building, and field trips to real-world locations. Private lessons are “train the trainer” style, teaching owners to reinforce skills at home. All programs are customized based on the dog’s needs and owner’s lifestyle, with 24/7 training and video progress updates.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons: $600 for 5 sessions. Board & Train packages: $1800 (14-day), $2400 (21-day), $3000 (30-day). All board & train packages include follow-up lessons, go-home packets, and lifelong support. E-collar included in 30-day program.

Policies

All board & train packages include lifelong support and follow-up lessons. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated, but clients are encouraged to contact trainers directly for any concerns.

Discovery K9 is a professional dog training business based in Shelbyville, Tennessee, offering personalized training services for dogs of all ages and backgrounds. Their team of certified trainers, with over 100 years of combined experience, specializes in reward-based, relationship-focused methods that prioritize effective communication between dogs and their owners. They provide private lessons, board-and-train programs ranging from 14 to 30 days, and puppy foundation training, all tailored to individual needs. Their 10-acre facility offers a safe, distraction-rich environment for training, and all board-and-train packages include video updates, personalized go-home packets, and lifelong support. They also offer trusted product recommendations and emphasize owner education to ensure long-term success. Their trainers are experienced with law enforcement, military, and competitive dog sports, and have trained dogs for organizations like NYPD and Disney. Canine welfare is central to their approach, with trainers certified in K9 first aid.

They serve clients across Middle Tennessee, including Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, and Smyrna, and welcome out-of-state clients. Discovery K9 avoids force-based methods, focusing instead on positive reinforcement and behavior modification for issues like separation anxiety, reactivity, jumping, and recall. Their programs are designed to build confidence and obedience in any environment, with field trips to real-world locations like pet stores and coffee shops.

In addition to training, they offer pet boarding services in a private, non-crowded setting, and provide educational resources to help owners maintain progress at home.

Accomplishments

Trainers have over 100 years of combined experience and have trained over 5,000 dogs. Team members have competed and won in IGP/Schutzhund at national and international levels. They have trained dogs for NYPD, Amtrak, Disney, Federal Protective Services, Capital Police, and MLB teams. Trainers are certified in K9 first aid through military and law enforcement programs.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients contact Discovery K9 via phone or email to discuss their dog’s needs. A personalized training plan is developed before training begins. Board & train clients receive video updates and can call or text their trainer anytime.