Diversity K9 Services
Ranked #4 in Orlando and #40 in Florida
Service area: Orlando, FL and the Orlando metro area, including work with Central Florida shelters.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service 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
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Stealing Food
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Diversity K9 Services offers a range of programs including evaluations, private training, board and train, group classes, day training, daycare, and dog boarding. Evaluations cost $50 and involve discussing training goals, examining the dog, and determining effective techniques for behaviors like biting, separation anxiety, resource guarding, jumping, barking, digging, chewing, and leash pulling.
Private training provides personalized one-on-one sessions with flexible scheduling seven days a week, tailored to specific training goals. The Board and Train program merges professional training with luxurious boarding, offering a comprehensive experience for busy pet owners.
Group classes include the AKC-S.T.A.R Puppy Group Class ($180 for 6 weeks) for puppies under 6 months, focusing on socialization, basic commands, and loose leash walking. The AKC Canine Good Citizen Group Class ($240 for 6 weeks) for dogs over 6 months covers advanced obedience, distraction work, and impulse control. The Advanced Canine Good Citizen Group Class ($260 for 4 sessions) is for dogs over one year who have completed CGC, focusing on advanced public manners. Agility Training ($270 for 6 weeks) is available for all breeds and sizes, featuring obstacle courses and positive reinforcement.
The Day Training Program ($65 per day for a 5-week commitment, one day per week) enhances social skills, leash manners, and behaviors, with a daily practice session for owners. Daycare ($35 per day) offers a stimulating environment where dogs are grouped by size and temperament, focusing on social manners. Dog boarding ($60 per night) provides comfortable and secure accommodations with tailored activities.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Evaluations cost $50. Dog boarding is $60 per night, with an option for two dogs in one kennel at $35 per dog ($70 total). Day training is $65 per day for a five-week program, one day per week. Daycare is $35 per day.
Group classes include AKC-S.T.A.R Puppy Group Class for $180 (6 weeks), AKC Canine Good Citizen Group Class for $240 (6 weeks), and Advanced Canine Good Citizen Group Class for $260 (4 sessions). Agility training is $270 for a six-week class. Pricing for private training and board and train programs is not explicitly stated, but they are offered as packages.
Testimonials
“As a Police Officer and new K9 handler, Tracy has been very professional and dedicated to certifying the UCF Police Department’s Labrador Retriever. With myself having no experience with training dogs, Tracy was able to help be better qualified as a K9 unit. Tracy’s training in odor detection and behavioral obedience was able to help me certify my dog with National Narcotic Dog Detection Association (NNDDA), as an explosive ordinance detection K9. I highly recommend Tracy for dogs in need of training whether it’s police dogs or personal pet obedience. “
– Officer Jerad Engel
“Tracy is a WONDERFUL trainer! For the last two years she has partnered with our organization to help train and rehabilitate some of the most challenging dogs in local Central Florida shelters. Dogs with histories of multiple prior bites, multiple returns to the shelter for behavior – dogs with no where to turn. Thanks to Tracy’s AMAZING work with these animals, all of them have successfully rehabilitated into new permanent homes and none of them have been returned for behavior or had further incidents after their time in training. Without her amazing knowledge and skills, so many animals would never have been able to leave the shelter alive. She is such a gift to the dogs she works with, and to area rescues!”
– Erin Silley
President , Happy Trails Animal Rescue
“Tracy was an amazing trainer for our pup, Ivy. She worked with Ivy’s fear of men and dogs and there has been a huge, positive change. Since her board and train, Ivy has had nothing but happy encounters with men. She now walks through our Lowe’s store and loves on anybody that will pay attention to her. In the past, she would aggressively bark at any male that she could see. She still has a bit of work around other dogs, but she is doing way better than before she worked with Tracy. The best part is that Tracy gave both Ivy and us the tools to be successful throughout Ivy’s journey.
Tracy is great with following up and providing feedback throughout the training. We received daily pictures and/or video of Ivy’s progress. When Ivy was ready, Tracy included us in the process. Well… more like she trained us!
On a scale of 1 to 5, Tracy is a 10! She goes above and beyond! I would recommend anyone to use Tracy’s talent and passion for animals!”
– Chad Haggerty
About the Trainer
At Diversity K9 Services, the purpose is to equip dog owners and their loved ones with the necessary skills and understanding to enhance their dog’s behavior. They meticulously evaluate each dog and formulate a customized plan to aid both the pet and owner on a journey towards a loyal and delightful companion.
The business offers a wide range of services including dog training, boarding, and daycare. Their training covers behavior modification, obedience, specialty training, puppy classes, advanced obedience, problem-solving, and agility.
A unique advantage is their Head Trainer, Tracy Cooksey, who has over 20 years of experience working with animals, including time as a Veterinary Technician and training over 100 domestic animals for the Pets Ahoy Show at SeaWorld. They emphasize positive reinforcement training methods and offer small class sizes for personalized attention in agility. For boarding, they provide luxurious accommodations and a balanced schedule of learning and fun. Private training sessions offer flexible scheduling seven days a week and a customized approach.
Accomplishments
Tracy Cooksey, the Head Trainer, has over 20 years of experience working with animals, including time as a Veterinary Technician and training over 100 domestic animals for the Pets Ahoy Show at SeaWorld. She is recognized in Orlando as a highly qualified dog trainer and has helped certify K9 units with the National Narcotic Dog Detection Association (NNDDA). The business also offers “Award-Winning Dog Boarding In Orlando.”
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients typically need to register for a new account and log in through the provided customer login portal. For evaluations and day training, clients are instructed to call the business directly after creating an account. For board and train, dog boarding, group classes, and private training, clients can schedule directly through their account. Day training also requires an initial evaluation and up-to-date vaccinations, heartworm prevention, and flea control.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
Associations
- AKC
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet boarding service