G.I. K9

GIK9 offers personalized training through one-on-one sessions and board and train programs. Their Basic Obedience course is a two-week board and train, teaching commands like sit, lay down, heel (right/left/center), spin, leash management, introduction to place and stay, recall, and socialization.

Behavioral Modification is a four-week personalized course addressing specific issues such as potty training, crate training, barking, howling, whining, food/toy guarding, jumping, reactivity to people/animals, and separation anxiety. The Aggression course is six weeks, designed for dogs exhibiting growling, barking, biting, or reactivity.

The Off Leash course is four weeks, focusing on proper public off-leash behavior and a solid recall. Advanced Obedience is a four-week course, following Basic Obedience, teaching skills like heel backward, through the legs, and focused heel. Specialized courses include Detection (six weeks, licensed for explosive, narcotic, bed bug, and gunshot residue detection), Protection (variable length, focusing on bite work, agility, focus, and targeting), Tracking (three weeks, for searching specific items, people, or animals), and Service Certification (variable length, focused on developing and ensuring the success of service dogs).

Pricing Summary

One-on-one sessions at their facility are $150 per session, with a package deal of 4 sessions for $500. In-home one-on-one sessions are available with an additional charge for drive time. Board and train services are priced at $140 per day, requiring a 10% deposit to reserve a spot. Specialized courses such as Detection, Protection, Tracking, and Service Certification do not follow the standard board and train pricing and require a direct call for a price quote.

Policies

All sales are final, and no refunds are provided. A lifetime guarantee is applied for the lifetime of the dog.

GIK9 is a family-owned and veteran-owned dog training company based in Florida, founded by Sean Galavan, a disabled combat veteran. They are committed to the health, safety, training success, and happiness of every dog, treating them like family during their stay. GIK9 offers personalized training services, including one-on-one sessions and board and train programs, tailored to meet individual needs and goals.

Their approach is built on integrity, a deep understanding of canine behavior, and clear communication. They provide lifelong support, including free one-on-one sessions following board and train programs, and offer a lifetime guarantee for the dog’s lifetime. GIK9 also provides specialized detection and deterrence services for contracting, covering areas such as narcotics, bed bugs, explosives, and gunshot residue detection.

They believe that each dog is unique and requires specialized training, and their mission is to aid individuals and families in fostering a more positive family dynamic. They aim to bridge the gap between humans and dogs to help owners achieve their desired goals for their furry companions.

Accomplishments

GIK9 was founded by Sean Galavan, a disabled combat veteran who served two tours in Afghanistan for the USMC. He has over ten years of experience working with dogs, with his dog training alma mater being AK9I, KIX K9, and CSK9.

Sean has worked for TSA in explosive detection and provided detection services for notable figures such as Barack Obama and Bill Gates. His college education in human psychology contributes to his ability to develop clear communication with dogs. He is also a certified canine handler who is able to certify others in canine handling. The business states it has 15 years of experience.

How to Get Started!

Clients can begin by calling GIK9 to schedule a free consultation. This consultation allows them to discuss their specific needs and how the business can provide assistance for them and their dogs.