Intelligent K9

Private Training includes one-on-one in-person coaching, a home-study course, and accountability support to guide owners step-by-step. The Board and Train program involves the dog staying at the facility for intensive training, with owners receiving follow-up lessons to maintain progress. Both programs require owner participation and commitment to consistent practice at home. Training is structured around behavior modification and obedience, with tools like prong collars and e-collars used under professional guidance.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed. Clients are encouraged to book a free consultation to discuss program options and pricing tailored to their dog’s needs and chosen service (private training or board and train).

Intelligent K9 is a dog training business based in Richmond, Virginia, led by CJ, a former US Marine and professional skydiver with 15 years of dog training experience. They offer personalized training solutions focused on transforming unwanted behaviors and building a stronger bond between dogs and their owners. Their approach combines a balanced method that uses both positive motivation and humane corrections to teach dogs what to do and what not to do, aiming for reliable obedience without constant treats or corrections. Services include private one-on-one training with in-person coaching and a home-study course, as well as board and train programs. They specialize in behavior modification for issues like leash reactivity, jumping, barking, potty training, and separation anxiety. Clients are encouraged to actively participate and commit to consistent practice. Training occurs at their facility in Powhatan, Virginia, located 10 minutes from Midlothian. They also provide ongoing support via text and video for continued success.

They serve dog owners in Richmond and surrounding areas, including Glen Allen and Powhatan, and offer free consultations to assess needs and match clients with the right program. Their training tools include prong collars, e-collars, clickers, and harnesses, with guidance on proper usage. They emphasize leadership, consistency, and communication as key to long-term success.

The business is known for its responsive customer service, with CJ personally available for questions and follow-ups, even recording custom videos for clients. Many clients report dramatic improvements in their dogs’ behavior and their own confidence as trainers.

They also offer pack walks and ongoing support after program completion to help maintain progress.

Accomplishments

CJ has 15 years of professional dog training experience and previously served as an aerial navigator in the US Marines and as a professional skydiver, demonstrating a background in high-responsibility training and communication.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free consultation, which can be scheduled by phone, text, or email. During the consultation, CJ assesses the dog’s behavior and the owner’s goals to recommend the most suitable program—either private training or board and train.