Ideal K9 Training LLC
Service area: Serves Saint Johnsville, NY and surrounding areas in Fulton and Montgomery Counties.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Biting / Nipping
- resource_guarding
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Working
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
- ✓ Positive with Some Corrections
Equipment:
- ✓ E-Collars
Training programs include private lessons (4 sessions), board and train (2, 3, or 4 weeks depending on behavioral severity), and refresher board and train for past clients. Each program includes E-collar training, daily updates with photos/videos, and focus on commands: sit, down, come, heel, place, off, and break. Consultations are offered to assess needs and recommend the best package. AKC CGC testing is available upon completion of training.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Basic Obedience: 4 private sessions paid in full at booking. Board and Train packages: 50% deposit required to reserve dates, balance due upon drop-off. E-collar included and kept by owner. Refresher Board and Train starts at one week with additional nights available. Overnight boarding has no minimum or maximum stay requirements.
Policies
A 50% deposit is required to reserve board and train dates. Balance is due the day the dog is dropped off. No cancellation policy is explicitly stated, but refresher board and train is available for past clients to maintain training.
Testimonials
Having my dog do board and train with Nikki was a great decision. I’m the kind of owner that invested a lot of time doing training on my own. My dog went to Nikki around 1 year old and she was able to fine-tune the skills I’d be working on to a level well above and beyond where I could get to on my own. My dog came back more attentive, following commands more consistently, and able to hold them for much longer.
Nikki also just went out of her way to make it a good experience for me. She went through my laundry list of questions with me patiently, paid great attention to my feeding instructions and grooming asks, and sent lots of photos and videos.
I’d definitely recommend Ideal K9 for folks looking to bring their dog’s training to the next level.
– Client
I came to Nikki while I was 6 months pregnant as a last ditch effort to keep my beautiful baby girl!! She had gone through all the early stage trainings and I worked with a different trainer one on one because she didn’t get along with our other dog but, he temperament didn’t want to change. Athena had a bite history with our other dog and unfortunately my god daughter. Knowing that we were about the have a newborn in the house and her being unpredictable I didn’t know what to do but, I had seen the work Nikki had done with my brothers dog and decided I needed to try. We sent Athena for a few weeks of board and train in hopes to get her to respond better to simple commands and calm down a little bit. She came back to us with a much better temperament. She is taking to her commands and although we are still a work in progress it is like night and day with her. Our family has been able to bring the baby around her without her jumping or showing signs of aggression. She responds to her collar however, she doesn’t always need it as she has been taking commands for the most part regardless. I love that when I am on vacation she is able to go back and hang out with Nikki and her commands are once again reinforced. Our family is truly grateful for Nikki for fitting us in before the baby came, always giving us a place to board Athena, and showing her love for her like we do. I would recommend her services 10 out of 10 times.
– Client
We sent our dog Indy to Ideal K9 Training, and the results were amazing. She came back knowing all her commands, listening the first time, and–best of all–she no longer drags our youngest daughter around by her nightgown. Our home is calmer, our dog is happier, and our daughter can finally move freely in pajamas. Nikki didn’t just train Indy–she transformed her. We’re beyond grateful for Nikki’s incredible work and the peace she’s brought to our home!
– Client
About the Trainer
Ideal K9 Training LLC is a family-owned and operated dog training business based in Saint Johnsville, New York, led by certified trainer Nikki Licciardi with over 20 years of experience. They offer personalized training services including private lessons, board and train programs, and overnight boarding in their home facility. Their training methods combine positive reinforcement with E-collar training for behavior correction, tailored to each dog’s needs—from basic obedience to severe aggression, reactivity, fear, and resource guarding. They also provide AKC Canine Good Citizen, Community Canine, and Urban CGC testing. Clients appreciate the consistent updates, photos, and videos during board and train programs, as well as the flexibility to re-board dogs for refresher training. Their services extend to in-home consultations and ongoing support, ensuring long-term success for dogs and owners.
They specialize in transforming dogs with challenging behaviors, helping them gain confidence, improve recall, and live safer, freer lives. Their facility-based training includes supervised playtime, exercise, and structured learning, and they provide clients with the E-collar to keep using after training. Ideal K9 Training LLC is BBB accredited and has earned 5-star ratings on Google and Facebook.
They also offer pet boarding for dogs of all sizes and ages, with flexible drop-off and pick-up times and no minimum or maximum stay requirements, making it ideal for vacationing or busy owners.
Accomplishments
Nikki Licciardi is an AKC Credited Evaluator with over 20 years of experience. Ideal K9 Training LLC is BBB Accredited and has earned 5-star ratings on Google and Facebook. They offer AKC Canine Good Citizen, Community Canine, and Urban CGC testing.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a consultation, held at a location designated by the trainer, to assess the dog’s behavior, discuss goals, and recommend the appropriate training package.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Weekends
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
Location
1779 Kennedy Rd, St Johnsville, NY 13452Listing Tools for Trainers
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