Hudson Valley K9 Academy

Training is conducted privately with one or two people per session. Clients receive foundational videos upon signing up and participate in ongoing training sessions with Bob Conklin or his staff. Programs include obedience, puppy training, and behavior modification. Training emphasizes mental bonding, allowing dogs to learn through natural consequences and pressure-release techniques. No written reports are given—training is hands-on and requires owner participation. A certified trainer course is available for aspiring professionals.

Pricing Summary

Payment in full is due on the first day of training. A minimum $50 evaluation fee is available upon request. Prices and course details are listed under the “More” banner on the website. Foundation training videos are available for purchase. Free phone consultation offered before signing up.

Policies

Payment in full is required on the first day of training. All scheduling must be completed via the online contact form. Text messages must include name, city, dog breed, issues, and age, followed by submission of the contact form. No written reports are provided after training sessions.

Hudson Valley K9 Academy is a dog training business led by Bob Conklin, known as Kentucky’s Dog Whisperer, with over 50 years of experience in military, police, and K9 training. The academy offers private, one-on-one training sessions for dog owners using the Bob-Conklin Natural Dog Training Method, which avoids food, clickers, and compulsion in favor of energy-based communication and pressure-release techniques to train the dog’s brain, not the body. Training focuses on building a balanced, harmonious relationship between dog and owner, with emphasis on pack dynamics, early socialization for puppies, and lasting behavior modification. The academy also offers a certified trainer program for those seeking to become professional dog trainers. Clients are encouraged to watch instructional videos and participate in ongoing training sessions to reinforce techniques. The facility is located in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, and serves clients seeking a natural, stress-free approach to dog training.

The academy specializes in behavior modification for issues like aggression, fearfulness, and reactivity, and trains dogs from working lines including Czech and Slovakian police breeds. Puppies are socialized with humans, other dogs, and farm animals, and are taught structure from an early age. Training is not a quick fix; owners must actively participate and practice consistently. The academy does not provide written reports or send clients away after a session—training is hands-on and collaborative.

Additional services include the sale of Czech-imported puppies from working lines and a new indoor training center. The business is featured on ABC and NBC News and has received 5-star ratings from customers for its results and personalized approach.

Accomplishments

Bob Conklin has over 50 years of experience as a Schutzhund Training Director, US Customs K9, Police K9, and Military K9 veteran. His training method is featured on ABC and NBC News. He has trained successful K9s for bomb, narcotic, bed bug, protection, and termite detection. His method is taught by other trainers, including Harry Lozada of USAK9. The academy has a 5-star rating for puppy sales and training.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must fill out the online training contact form to request a free phone consultation. After submission, the team will contact the client to schedule an evaluation or begin training. Training begins with foundational videos and hands-on sessions with Bob Conklin or his staff.