Dream Come True K9

Ranked #14 in Manhattan and #80 in New York

4.9 Stars,86 Reviews
174 Attorney St, New York, NY 10002

Service area: Dream Come True K9 is located in New York City, NY, specifically in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Their dog walking services cover Lower East Side, East Village, West Village, Tribeca, and Chelsea neighborhoods in Manhattan. The owner, Blake Rodriguez, also travels to private clients worldwide and offers seminars nationwide.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Jumping on People
  • Barking Excessively
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Fearfulness

Training Formats Offered

  • Board and Train
  • Private Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • Video Calls
  • Private Facility

Program Formats

  • One-Time Consultation
  • Sessions Package
  • Intensive Program

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Balanced Training

Equipment: 

  • Food Rewards
  • Harnesses
  • Flat Collars
  • Pinch Collars

Dream Come True K9 offers dog training programs focused on strengthening the human-canine relationship through clear communication. Their services include Board and Train programs (4, 6, and 8 weeks), Private Training Sessions (packages of 2, 4, and 6 sessions), and Group Classes. They emphasize teaching clear guidance, communication, boundaries, space, relationship building, play, enrichment, and habit formation.

They address a wide range of issues from fundamental puppy training to complex behavioral problems like biting, fear, nervousness, aggression, reactivity, and anxiety. After initial training, clients can access exclusive services such as Overnight Boarding, Train and Play, and Socialization Classes, which continue to reinforce training consistency, structure, healthy socialization, and enrichment.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Dream Come True K9 offers free phone consultations. Dog walking services are priced at $30 for a 1/2 hour walk and $40 for a 1-hour walk. Virtual sessions are available at $150 for 30 minutes and $225 for 60 minutes, with packages also offered: 3 sessions for $425 (30 min) or $650 (60 min), and 5 sessions for $700 (30 min) or $1075 (60 min). The Apprentice Program costs $3000 for 5 days in NYC or $425 per day, and $3500 for 5 days in Delray Beach, Florida. Pricing for Board and Train programs (4, 6, and 8 weeks) and Private Training Sessions (2, 4, and 6 session packages) is not specified in the provided content.

Testimonials

“In some ways it has been a life changing experience dealing with DCTK9 and we can’t thank them enough for all that they’ve done.”
– Yalitza G.

About the Trainer

Dream Come True K9, founded by Blake Rodriguez in 2011, is a dog training business that focuses on strengthening the relationship between humans and canines. They aim to transform dogs into their best versions by educating and coaching owners. The team is known for rehabilitating tough cases of anxiety, fear, and aggression, and also specializes in teaching healthy habits for all dogs.

They offer various services including Board and Train programs, Private Training Sessions, and Group Classes. Additionally, they provide exclusive services for past clients such as Overnight Boarding, Train and Play, and Socialization Classes. Dream Come True K9 also offers dog walking services in specific Manhattan neighborhoods.

For those unable to attend in-person, they provide online resources like an Online Training Course and Virtual Sessions. Blake Rodriguez, the owner, is a highly sought-after dog trainer and behavior specialist, known for his common-sense approach and ability to rehabilitate extreme cases.

Accomplishments

Blake Rodriguez, the owner and founder of Dream Come True K9, has been educating owners and transforming dogs since 2011. He holds certificates in NYC Animal Care and Handling and is in progress with the Canine-Human Relationship Institute (CHRI) with Nelson Hodges. He is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and presented at their yearly conference in 2016.

Blake has studied under and worked alongside notable trainers such as Jay Jack, Tyler Muto, Nelson Hodges, Cesar Milan, Cheri Lucas, and Brian Agnew. His professional training opportunities include being a Dog Behavior Specialist/Expert for TruTV’s World’s Best Videos and Travel Channel’s OMG Caught on Camera, and training a cadaver dog for Investigation Discovery. He also served as a Dog Behavior Expert for The Dodo x Clorox 2021 Virtual Event.

How to Get Started!

To get started with Dream Come True K9, clients can begin with a free phone consultation to discuss their situation and goals. For training services, they offer various programs like Board and Train, Private Training Sessions, and Group Classes, which can be signed up for via their contact page.

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  • 13 Years Experience

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Certifications

  • Credentialed

Associations

  • IACP

Languages

  • English
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • LGBTQ-friendly
  • transgender safespace

Other Services Offered

  • Dog walker
  • Pet boarding service

Location

174 Attorney St, New York, NY 10002