Fortunate K9 Dog and Owner Training

Fortunate K9 offers three main programs: 1) Boarding School: 4–6 weeks of intensive, in-home training with daily lessons and field trips, followed by a turn-over lesson and unlimited follow-ups for 5 years. 2) Private Lessons: 5 one-hour weekly sessions with a customized plan, plus 2 bonus lessons within 6 months, equipment, and take-home materials. 3) Group Classes: Obedience 101 for dogs 7+ months (6 weeks, max 5 dogs) and Puppy Prep for 12–20 week olds (6 weeks). Drop-In classes are available post-completion for ongoing practice in real-world settings.

Pricing Summary

Boarding School: $749 per week (includes unlimited private lessons for 3 years and 5 years of follow-up lessons). Private Lessons: $899 for a 5-session package plus 2 additional lessons within 6 months. Group Classes: $399 for Obedience 101 (6 weeks), $299 for Puppy Prep (6 weeks). Drop-In classes are free for graduates. Equipment package included with private lessons.

Fortunate K9 Dog and Owner Training is a dog training business based in Derry, New Hampshire, offering group classes, private lessons, and an exclusive Boarding School program. They specialize in helping dogs of all breeds, sizes, and behavioral challenges—from basic obedience to severe reactivity, aggression, and resource guarding—many of which were deemed “untrainable” by other trainers. Their approach emphasizes humane, balanced training that builds confidence and creates a natural bond between dog and owner without harshness or bribery. Training occurs at their facility and includes off-site field trips to real-world environments. They also offer unlimited follow-up lessons for up to five years after Boarding School completion. Additional services include Drop-In classes for graduates to maintain and advance skills, professional equipment packages, and access to an online Facebook group for ongoing support.

They train puppies as young as 12 weeks through senior dogs, and have successfully worked with over 50 breeds including Pit Bulls, German Shepherds, Dobermans, Malinois, and giant breeds like Mastiffs and Saint Bernards. Their trainers have rehabilitated thousands of dogs, with documented success in cases involving food aggression, leash reactivity, biting, and fear-based behaviors.

The business is co-owned by Julia V. McDonough and Rick Froton, both active trainers, and their methods are grounded in real-life application, with visible results demonstrated through videos, testimonials, and public training sessions in Derry’s downtown area.

Accomplishments

Trained thousands of dogs, including many labeled “untrainable” by other professionals. Students have achieved Canine Good Citizen (CGC), BH, TDI, RE, and WDTT titles. Trainers have successfully rehabilitated dogs with severe aggression, reactivity, and fear-based behaviors, with documented success across over 50 breeds. Training videos and testimonials showcase real-life transformations.

How to Get Started!

Dog owners are encouraged to contact Fortunate K9 for a FREE EVALUATION to assess their dog’s needs and determine the best training program. After the evaluation, they can enroll in Group Classes, Private Lessons, or the Boarding School based on their goals and schedule.