Gulf Coast K9 Dog Training

Offerings include Day Training (in-home or facility-based), Board & Train (on-site intensive training), Puppy Training (individual and group), and Elite Puppy Training with tiered support. Puppy Group Classes are 6-week programs for puppies 8 weeks to 4 months, covering basic commands, potty training, crate training, and socialization. Final class includes optional AKC CGC Star Puppy and Trick Dog title testing. All programs include owner education and follow-up lessons. Behavior modification programs are tailored for issues like reactivity, separation anxiety, and aggression.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; programs are customized based on individual dog needs and goals. Board and train, day training, and puppy programs vary in cost depending on duration and intensity. Additional fees apply for AKC CGC title testing ($25 per title).

Policies

Policy details on cancellations or rescheduling are not explicitly stated on the website.

Gulf Coast K9 Dog Training is a locally owned dog training business based in Bradenton, FL, offering personalized obedience and behavior training for dogs of all ages. They provide day training, board and train programs, puppy training, and puppy group classes designed to build foundational skills and address specific behavioral issues. Their training philosophy emphasizes individualized programs, studying how each dog learns, and avoiding cookie-cutter approaches. The owner, Jillian Vogel, is a certified CGC evaluator through the AKC and has decades of hands-on experience, with trainers holding multiple certifications in pet and sport dog training. They focus on balanced training methods and prioritize building a strong dog-owner relationship through owner education. Additional services include dog daycare (Play Care), retail sales of leashes and Gunner Kennels, and access to video resources and a blog with training tips. Their training facility is a 2500 sq ft indoor, air-conditioned space equipped for group and private sessions.

They specialize in behavior modification for issues like separation anxiety, leash pulling, reactivity, jumping, chewing, submissive urination, and fear of loud noises. Their programs are designed to prepare dogs for real-world situations, including restaurant visits, park walks, and family interactions. They also offer elite puppy training and individualized aggression rehab programs.

The business is passionate about training not just as a profession but as a personal lifestyle, with staff actively competing with their own dogs. They emphasize transparency, fairness in training duration, and ongoing support for clients after program completion.

Accomplishments

Jillian Vogel is a certified CGC evaluator through the American Kennel Club (AKC). Trainers have decades of experience through hands-on work, apprenticeships, and seminars. Staff are actively involved in training and competing with their own dogs. The business emphasizes continuous professional development.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin with a consultation call to discuss goals and needs. Jillian provides immediate training tips even before program start. After consultation, clients choose a program (e.g., board and train, day training, puppy group) and schedule drop-off or class enrollment.