IQ K9 Training

IQ K9 Training offers Immersion Programs (2, 3, and 4 weeks) where dogs live and train at their home facility. Phase 1 involves intensive initial training to build a solid foundation and teach dogs to listen around distractions. Phase 2 focuses on training the owners through a series of 2 to 5 reinforcement lessons, ensuring they can effectively communicate with their “new” dog.

The 2-Week Immersion Program provides standard obedience, covering 11 commands, and includes 5 private reinforcement lessons, homework, training videos, and all necessary equipment. It’s designed for a strong jumpstart in basic functional commands and addressing nuisance behaviors.

The 3-Week Immersion Program offers enhanced obedience, teaching 15 commands, and includes unlimited private reinforcement lessons for a year, homework, training videos, and lifetime support via Zoom, email, and phone. This program is popular for resolving problematic behaviors like jumping, leash pulling, and excessive barking.

The 4-Week Immersion Program focuses on elite obedience, teaching 18 commands, and includes optional AKC Canine Good Citizen certification. It provides unlimited private reinforcement lessons for the life of the dog, homework, training videos, lifetime support, and all equipment. This program also features public outings (field trips) and public follow-up lessons to ensure real-world behavior.

The Puppy Genius Program is tailored for puppies aged 8 to 16 weeks. It begins with a private Zoom lesson (Phase 1), followed by a private facility lesson when the puppy is 12-16 weeks old (Phase 2). After the puppy is 16 weeks and fully vaccinated, they undergo 14 days of immersion training at the facility (Phase 3). Phase 4 includes lifetime follow-up reinforcement lessons for the owners. This program covers housebreaking, crate training, socializing, and essential commands.

For graduates of their training programs, IQ K9 Training offers Refresher Stays, which include 24-hour care, outdoor playtime, and a refresh of their learned training.

Pricing Summary

A $500 deposit is required to hold training dates. Full payment must be received on the day your dog arrives for training. Payment plans are not offered.

Policies

If a client cancels their dog’s training and does not reschedule, the $500 deposit is forfeited. Changing training start dates is generally not an issue, and the deposit is not forfeited, provided sufficient advance notice is given.

Clients are advised against visiting their dog during the Board and Train program, as visits can overly excite the dog and potentially hinder training progress. Updates and photos are sent every three to five days.

The facility prefers to feed dogs their own regular food to avoid upset stomachs. A $500 deposit is required to hold dates, and full payment must be received on the day the dog arrives for training. Payment plans are not offered.

IQ K9 Training is a dedicated dog training facility that focuses entirely on various aspects of dog training. They offer personalized immersion training programs where dogs reside with experienced trainers at their home facility, situated on a 2.5-acre fully fenced property in Valley Center, North San Diego County.

Their programs are designed to transform dogs and puppies into well-behaved, confident, and obedient companions by addressing a wide range of issues such as rowdy behavior, anxiety, chewing, barking, jumping, and biting. IQ K9 Training emphasizes user-friendly, results-oriented, and enjoyable training methods.

A unique advantage is their commitment to providing ongoing support, with some programs offering lifetime reinforcement lessons and support via Zoom, email, and phone. They also provide exclusive boarding services for dogs that have completed their training programs, ensuring continued behavioral reinforcement during their stay.

Accomplishments

IQ K9 Training boasts “Award Winning Dog Trainers” and “world champions.” The team has over 26 years of combined experience in dog training.

Stanislava Panayotova (Stani), the Executive Director and Lead Trainer, has over a decade of experience in professional canine training, starting in 2009. She completed a transformative apprenticeship under world-renowned trainers Lianne Shinton and Bret Geller. Stani achieved a top-ten placement at the AKC Rally Sport National Championship in Ohio in 2021.

Luis Ochoa, the Administrative Manager and Dog Trainer, brings over 17 years of background in behavioral psychology, which he applies to effectively communicate with dog handlers.

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients should schedule a free dog training consultation with an IQ K9 Training dog trainer. This consultation lasts approximately 40 minutes. During this time, the professional trainer will ask detailed questions to understand any challenges with the dog, its drives, motivations, and the owner’s goals. Based on this discussion, the trainer will recommend the most effective and quickest path to achieve the desired results.