Georgia K9 National Training Center

GAK9 offers intensive, facility-based training programs including 2-week obedience and behavior modification courses. Clients can enroll in board-and-train programs where dogs receive daily training with certified staff. Post-training, owners receive demonstrations, video references, and follow-up consultations. Specialized programs include service dog training, sport tracking, police K9 training, and tactical trailing. Training is structured around step-by-step systems developed by Jeff Schettler, with certification pathways for trainers through GAK9 University.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed. Programs include intensive board-and-train options with follow-up support. Books and training equipment are available for purchase in the GAK9 Store. Custom packages are offered based on dog needs and training goals.

Policies

Policy details regarding cancellations or rescheduling are not publicly disclosed. Follow-up support is offered after training completion, including in-person check-ins and open communication with trainers.

Georgia K9 National Training Center (GAK9) is a family- and veteran-owned dog training business founded in 1995 and based in Canton, GA. They provide professional dog training services for pet owners, including obedience, service dog training, behavior modification, and sport tracking. GAK9 is recognized as a premier K9 training company in the USA, training military, police, and law enforcement K9s across the U.S. and Europe. Their founder, Jeff Schettler, is a retired police K9 handler and internationally recognized expert in K9 trailing and tracking, author of five dog training books. GAK9 offers both in-person and facility-based training programs, with certified trainers located in 13 countries. They specialize in solving complex behavioral issues and offer intensive board-and-train programs, with follow-up support for owners. Their training methods are grounded in real-world tactical applications and have been featured on major media outlets like CNN and Mythbusters.

GAK9 serves pet owners with puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs, offering programs tailored to basic obedience, reactivity, separation anxiety, leash pulling, and recall. They also provide specialized training for service dogs and working dogs. Clients can access training videos, books, and certified trainer directories online. GAK9’s team includes experienced trainers who work directly with dogs and owners, offering personalized guidance and post-training check-ins.

In addition to training, GAK9 sells dog training books, equipment, and offers K9s for sale. They also provide private search services and host certification programs for aspiring trainers through their Training University.

Accomplishments

Founder Jeff Schettler is a retired police K9 handler with over 25 years of field experience, trained at the U.S. Army’s Leadership Academy, and served with FBI Hostage Rescue Teams. He is the author of five published dog training books, including “K9 Trailing: The Straightest Path” and “The Tao of Trailing.” His methods have been featured on CNN, ABC, CBS, and Mythbusters. GAK9 is recognized as a premier training center where other trainers come to learn. They provide certification standards recognized in Europe and the U.S. for sport trailing and detection work.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact GAK9 via phone or website to inquire about training programs. A consultation is required to assess the dog’s needs before enrolling in a program. Clients can view trainer locations and availability via an interactive map on the website. Training begins with an evaluation and customized program design based on the dog’s age, breed, and behavioral goals.