Forte K9 Academy
Service area: Serves clients in Snoqualmie, Washington, and statewide for board-and-train services; also delivers trained protection dogs anywhere in the United States.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- 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
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
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:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Martingale Collars
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Training programs include private lessons (4–6 sessions), group sessions (recommended 4–6), and immersive board-and-train programs (2–6 weeks). Basic obedience covers on-leash commands; advanced obedience adds off-leash skills and distractions. Behavior modification includes all basic obedience plus targeted correction of aggression, fear, or excessive barking. Puppy training focuses on potty, crate, socialization, and foundational commands. Home Protection Canine Program includes dog selection, testing, training, and hand delivery with a CPTED home assessment. All programs emphasize owner education and consistency.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Training packages range from $1,000 for Basic and Advanced Obedience, $1,500 for Puppy Training, and $2,000 for Behavior Modification. Board and Train costs $1,500 per week (2-, 4-, or 6-week options). Group sessions are $100 per session. Home Protection Canine and A La Carte services require a custom quote. Payment is processed via PayPal links for each package.
Policies
No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated on the website. Clients are instructed to contact the business directly to schedule and discuss training packages.
Testimonials
We highly recommend Forte K9 Academy. Over the course of our sessions, we have seen an almost immediate and remarkable transformation in our 8-month-old rescue Doberman (Harry). We trained in many different challenging and distraction filled environments, and thanks to Leah’s guidance, he now stays focused on us and is noticeably calmer overall. Leah goes above and beyond. Even outside of training sessions, she’s been available via phone and text when we’ve had tough days and needed extra advice. She’s not just training your dog. She’s training you. She explains things in a way that makes it all seem easy. She’s empathetic, extremely patient and emphasizes that training is a continuous journey. It’s our consistency as owners that will make the long-lasting difference and she has helped us build that confidence. After training with Leah, we have grown immensely in our understanding of how Harry learns and communicates as an individual. Not just training, but every day. Leah’s consistent methods and structured program has taught us so much and reshaped what was once an unsure, rambunctious puppy into a confident, well-behaved, responsive companion.
– Client
I cannot recommend Forte K9 Academy and Leah enough. Leah is so professional and caters training specifically to your dog and both their and your needs. I have learned so much about becoming a better dog owner but more importantly a better teammate to my dog. My dog (Lady) and I have gained so much confidence since beginning our training, I am so grateful!
– Client
About the Trainer
Forte K9 Academy is a professional dog training business founded by Todd and Leah Belitz, both experienced law enforcement K9 handlers with over 35 years of combined training experience. They offer personalized training for dogs of all breeds and life stages—from puppies to working dogs—focusing on obedience, behavior modification, and specialized skills like home protection and service dog tasks. Their training is tailored to each dog’s individual needs and includes private lessons, group sessions, and immersive board-and-train programs. They also provide home protection canine selection and hand-delivery services across the U.S., along with CPTED home security assessments. The business operates from their facility at Rainy’s Ranch in Snoqualmie, Washington, and honors its founders’ personal legacies through its name and mission. They offer boarding without training and provide ongoing owner education to ensure long-term success.
Their team specializes in solving complex behavioral issues including aggression, fearfulness, reactivity, and separation anxiety, using structured, consistent methods grounded in real-world K9 experience. They train for family companionship, protection, and working roles, and emphasize building confidence in both dogs and owners.
Forte K9 Academy also offers puppy training, advanced obedience, and a la carte services for specific skill development, with pricing based on program type and duration. All training is delivered in-person at their facility or through board-and-train options, with no video or in-home training offered.
Accomplishments
Todd Belitz has 21 years of law enforcement experience, including 8 years as a police K9 handler, Vice President of the WSPCA, and Master K9 Trainer certified by Washington State. Leah Belitz has 17 years as a police officer and K9 Sergeant, completed 960+ hours of Master Trainer training at Highland K9 in North Carolina, and specializes in service dogs, behavior modification, and police K9 training.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients are instructed to contact Forte K9 Academy to schedule a consultation, after which they will be guided to choose the best training package based on their dog’s needs and goals. A 24–48 hour response time is expected for inquiries.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
Location
7802 Ingram Ln SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065Listing Tools for Trainers
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