Grand Rapids K9 – Dog Training

Grand Rapids K9 offers two primary program formats: 1) One-on-one in-person training at their facility or in-home, and 2) Intensive Board & Train programs where dogs stay at the facility for 1–4 weeks. Board & Train includes daily training, progress reports multiple times per week, and post-program in-home follow-up sessions to transition the dog to the owner’s environment. Puppy programs focus on early socialization and foundational obedience. BiteWork Group sessions provide structured group training for dogs with high drive. All programs use a combination of classical and operant conditioning, with emphasis on building trust, improving recall, leash manners, and reducing reactivity or aggression.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed but is tailored to individual needs. Services include one-on-one sessions, Board & Train programs with weekly progress reports and in-home follow-ups, and puppy programs. Clients report no hidden fees and transparent cost discussions during initial consultations. Jason recommends the most appropriate and cost-effective option for each client, not the most expensive.

Grand Rapids K9 is a professional dog training business led by Jason, a certified dog trainer with over 10 years of experience since 2015. The business specializes in obedience training, leash manners, reactivity, aggression, and protection dog training for both pet owners and law enforcement K9s. They offer both in-person one-on-one sessions and intensive Board & Train programs at their dedicated facility in Sparta, MI. Jason emphasizes building trust and mutual understanding between dogs and owners using classical and operant conditioning techniques rooted in decades-old methods. Clients receive personalized training plans, in-home follow-up sessions, and ongoing support. The business also provides puppy-specific programs and group BiteWork sessions. Jason has trained over 1,300 dogs, including police K9s deployed across the U.S., and has been featured by local media for his work with injured service dogs. He prioritizes client needs over profit, often recommending cost-effective solutions tailored to each family’s lifestyle.

Grand Rapids K9 serves dog owners across West Michigan and beyond, including Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Muskegon, and surrounding towns. Their facility is equipped for high-drive breeds like German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois, and they specialize in helping reactive, strong, or high-energy dogs. The business offers transparent pricing, no-pressure consultations, and post-training support to ensure long-term success.

In addition to training, they provide a professional boarding facility for dogs enrolled in their Board & Train programs and offer follow-up visits to reinforce training at home. Jason’s background includes work as a canine consultant for film and participation in advanced law enforcement K9 training seminars, adding credibility to his methods.

Accomplishments

Jason has trained over 1,328 dogs since 2015, including 4 active police K9s and 23 protection K9s in homes across America. He has consulted on the Hollywood film “The Russian Bride” as a canine decoy. He has completed advanced training with Magnum K9 and High Risk Deployments K9 in scenario-based and decoy training for law enforcement K9s. He holds a Trikos K9 “Foundations” Certificate and is pursuing additional coursework. His facility was featured by WZZM-13 for its role in rehabilitating injured police K9s Dozer and Sledge.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to contact Jason directly to discuss their dog’s needs and goals. A no-pressure consultation is offered to evaluate the dog’s behavior, review the owner’s lifestyle, and recommend the most suitable training program—whether one-on-one, Board & Train, or puppy-specific. Follow-up visits and ongoing support are included in many packages.