Front Range K9 Academy NOCO

Training programs include puppy training, obedience and manners, behavior problem solving, aggression control, and snake avoidance. Programs are delivered through private and group sessions at their facility, with structured weekly training and intensive options for behavior modification. Clients receive homework and real-world practice guidance. The snake avoidance program is led by a certified venomous snake handler and uses realistic field training.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed; customized packages are offered based on individual needs after the free initial consultation and temperament test.

Front Range K9 Academy – NOCO is a locally owned dog training business in Northern Colorado, serving Loveland, Fort Collins, and surrounding areas since 1990. Founded by Master Dog Trainer Jennifer Hime, the academy offers personalized private and group training sessions focused on obedience, manners, puppy training, behavior problem solving, aggression control, and snake avoidance. With over 35 years of professional experience and more than 9,000 dogs trained, the team uses proven, real-world techniques tailored to each dog-owner relationship. Jennifer, who has raised and trained 38 of her own dogs and thousands of client puppies, combines hands-on breeding and competition experience (AKC Conformation, Obedience, Rally-O, Lure Coursing) with practical training methods. Roger “Rebel” Rapson, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran and Master Dog Trainer certified by the International Association of Canine Professionals, also provides expert training with a background in military working dogs and service dog preparation. The academy emphasizes building confidence and communication between dogs and owners, with programs designed to work in everyday environments. They offer a free initial consultation, temperament test, and training session to help clients get started.

The business operates from a dedicated facility at 6718 N. Franklin Ave., Loveland, CO, and does not offer in-home, boarding, or day training services. They also feature a specialized rattlesnake avoidance program led by Drayvin Trujillo, a certified venomous snake handler with field experience. Front Range K9 Academy is a proud member of the International Association of Canine Professionals and the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.

Clients praise the trainers for their patience, clarity, and ability to address complex issues like reactivity, anxiety, leash pulling, and aggression. Many families have returned for multiple dogs over more than a decade, citing life-changing results and long-term support.

The academy does not offer grooming, boarding, daycare, walking, or pet supply services.

The business is insured and provides a free initial consultation and training session.

All training is conducted in-person at their facility.

The trainers use a balanced approach combining positive reinforcement with mild corrections when necessary, based on the dog’s needs and behavior goals.

They train dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes, including puppies, adolescents, adults, and seniors, with special expertise in high-energy, reactive, and aggressive dogs.

Their programs are structured as sessions packages with ongoing weekly training, and they offer intensive programs for behavior modification and off-leash training.

The academy is open weekdays, weekends, mornings, afternoons, and evenings to accommodate busy lifestyles.

They offer programs in Family Dog Training, Behavior Modification, and Working Dog Training, with specialties in Puppy Training, Leash Pulling, Reactivity or Aggression, Separation Anxiety, Potty Training, Barking Excessively, and Recall.

Trainers hold certifications including IACP-CDT (Roger Rapson) and CTC (Jennifer Hime), and are members of IACP and APDT.

They speak English only.

The business has 159+ Google reviews with 5-star ratings, and clients consistently highlight Jennifer and Roger’s expertise, personalized attention, and effective results.

Clients can get started by booking a free consultation and temperament test online or by calling.

Training rates are not publicly listed, but packages are available and pricing is customized based on individual needs after the initial evaluation.

The facility is located in Loveland, CO, and serves Northern Colorado including Fort Collins, Loveland, Johnstown, Arvada, Brighton, Berthoud, Wheat Ridge, Littleton, and surrounding areas within a 50-mile radius.

Cancellation and rescheduling policies are not specified on the website.

The business is accredited by the International Association of Canine Professionals and has trained over 9,000 dogs since 1990. Jennifer Hime has been training since 1990 and holds a BA in Education and multiple canine certifications. Roger Rapson is a Master Dog Trainer graduate of The Highland School for Dog Trainers with honors and awards in Search and Rescue.

The website provides testimonials from over a dozen clients, including long-term clients who have trained multiple dogs with the academy.

The booking system is accessible via a dedicated online link for free consultations.

Contact is available by phone, email, and in-person at their facility.

Accomplishments

Founded in 1990; over 9,000 dogs trained; Jennifer Hime has 35+ years of experience, raised 38 personal dogs, competes in AKC events, holds BA in Education and CTC certification; Roger Rapson is a Master Dog Trainer certified by IACP, retired U.S. Air Force Technical Sergeant, and award-winning graduate of The Highland School for Dog Trainers; Drayvin Trujillo is a certified venomous snake handler; members of IACP and APDT.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free consultation, temperament test, and training session, which can be booked online or by phone. This evaluation helps match the dog to the appropriate program and training methods.