Insight K-9 Solutions LLC

Training begins with a comprehensive evaluation to assess the dog’s behavior, history, and environment. Customized training roadmaps are created for each client, focusing on real-world obedience, behavior modification, or advanced skills. Programs include one-on-one sessions, ongoing weekly support, and intensive board and train options. All training is tailored to the dog’s age, breed, energy, and the owner’s lifestyle, with emphasis on long-term results and client empowerment.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; packages are customized based on individual needs. Services include private sessions, board and train, and ongoing programs with flexible scheduling to fit client lifestyles.

Insight K-9 Solutions LLC is a professional dog training business serving dog owners in Pierce County and surrounding areas of Washington and Oregon. They offer personalized, private dog training and behavior modification services tailored to each dog’s temperament, energy, and lifestyle. Their trainers specialize in obedience, puppy training, reactivity, aggression, service dog work, protection training, odor detection, and sport tracking. They emphasize natural, science-based positive reinforcement methods and provide in-home and local training sessions across multiple communities. The business is led by Ryan Sharpe, who has extensive experience working with dogs at all levels, from puppies to high-performance working dogs, and is supported by a team of dedicated local trainers in Olympia, Tacoma, Maple Valley, Ravensdale, and the Tri-Cities. They also offer board and train programs and Canine Good Citizen certification preparation.

Their unique advantage lies in their community-focused approach, with trainers embedded in each service area who understand local environments and client needs. They provide flexible scheduling, ongoing support, and real-world training designed to build long-term confidence and control for both dogs and owners.

Additional services include board and train programs, online coaching, and resources like trainer tips for continued learning at home.

Accomplishments

Ryan Sharpe, owner and lead trainer, is endorsed by industry professionals including Kyle McCraith (NAPWDA Master Trainer, SUNY Cobleskill) and Kevin Holohan (SUNY Cobleskill Professor, NY State Police K9 Retired, CBCC-KA). He has extensive experience training dogs at all levels, from puppies to elite working dogs, using scientifically proven positive reinforcement methods.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a consultation to evaluate the dog’s behavior and goals, followed by creation of a personalized training plan. Clients can contact the business via phone or website to schedule their initial assessment.