GAK9 Florida2-America’s Premier Dog Trainer

Programs include obedience training, service dog training, police and military K9 training, sport tracking and detection, and professional trainer certification. Training is delivered through intensive sessions, ongoing weekly programs, and specialized schools such as the K9 Tracker School and Train the K9 Trainer School. Programs emphasize real-world application, with step-by-step systems like the “Two Weeks to Operational Tracking” curriculum. Clients can access training via their facility in Canton, GA, or through certified regional trainers.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed. Training programs, packages, and certification courses are available through direct consultation. Books and equipment are sold via their online store with bundled discounts offered.

GAK9 Florida2-America’s Premier Dog Trainer is a veteran and family-owned K9 training company specializing in advanced dog training for police, military, SAR, and private clients. They offer obedience training, service dog training, and specialized programs in tracking, trailing, air scent, and human remains detection. The company is home to the Train the K9 Trainer School, certifying professional dog trainers worldwide. They provide training services through private facilities and certified trainers across the U.S. and Europe, with a primary base in Canton, GA. Their founder, Jeff Schettler, is a retired police K9 handler and author of four acclaimed books on K9 trailing, bringing decades of real-world tactical experience to their programs. While their primary focus is on working and service dogs, they also offer obedience and behavior training for family pets.

They operate through a network of certified trainers in multiple states and countries, with training locations listed for Georgia, Idaho, Germany, Switzerland, France, Austria, UK, Spain, Belgium, and Slovenia. Clients can access training through their main facility in Canton, GA, or connect with certified local trainers via their interactive map. They also sell K9s for sale, training books, and equipment through their online store.

GAK9 provides structured programs for both professional handlers and pet owners, with training formats including intensive sessions, ongoing programs, and certification courses. Their methods are rooted in practical, field-tested techniques developed through military and law enforcement applications, with an emphasis on reliability and performance under pressure.

Accomplishments

Founded by Jeff Schettler, a retired police K9 handler with 25+ years of experience, attached to the FBI’s Hostage Rescue Teams’ K9 Assistance Program. Author of four published books on K9 trailing, including “The Tao of Trailing” and “Tactical Tracker Teams.” Featured on CNN, ABC, CBS, Unsolved Mysteries, and Mythbusters. Certified military trainer from the U.S. Army’s Leadership Academy. Recognized as an expert witness in K9 trailing. Operates the Train the K9 Trainer School, certifying professionals globally.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with contacting GAK9 via their website to request a consultation. Clients can select a trainer from their interactive map or visit their facility in Canton, GA. Training programs are tailored based on the dog’s needs and the owner’s goals, with options for private, group, or intensive sessions. Certification programs for trainers require application and adherence to specific requirements listed on their website.