International K-9

International K9 offers personalized training programs covering basic obedience, off-leash training, agility, search and rescue, competition, and aggression issues. They work with a limited number of 5 dogs and clients at a time to ensure thorough attention and client accommodation.

Their method focuses on positive reinforcement, establishing communication through obedience, and teaching dogs desired behaviors rather than punishing unwanted ones. This approach encourages dogs to learn through positive association and reward.

International K9 in Weatherford, TX, is a professional canine training company known as “The Original International K9.” They offer personalized training and sales, specializing in German Shepherds but training all types of dogs. Their services encompass basic obedience, off-leash training, agility, search and rescue, competition, and addressing aggression issues.

With over 35 years of professional canine training experience, International K9 emphasizes humane education, responsible pet care, positive motivational dog training, and comprehensive client education. Founder Steve Blair limits training to only 5 dogs and clients at a time, ensuring personalized attention and full client accommodation.

Their training methodology focuses on correcting specific problems like under-socialization, digging, biting, barking, jumping, or chewing by establishing clear communication through obedience. They teach dogs what to do rather than what not to do, encouraging them to gravitate towards the reward of correct behavior rather than acting out of fear of discipline. Additionally, International K9 sells trained dogs and offers pet supplies like leads and leashes through their K9 Store.

Accomplishments

International K9 boasts over 35 years of professional canine training experience. Founder Steve Blair started his career in 1987 at a prestigious Southern California training facility, where he gained recognition for training dogs in obedience, protection, tracking, and agility. He is known as a trainer of award-winning working dogs. The business has also been featured on Fox News.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients are encouraged to call International K9 to schedule an appointment. All training sessions are by appointment only.