John K9 Dog Training

4.9 Stars,805 Reviews
3701 E Trapnell Rd, Plant City, FL 33566

Service area: Serves Plant City, Lakeland, and surrounding areas in Hillsborough and Polk Counties, Florida.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Behavior Modification
  • Competition / Agility
  • Working Dog

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Puppy Training
  • Basic Obedience
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Recall
  • Resource Guarding
  • Fearfulness

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • Private Facility
  • Board and Train
  • Day Training

Program Formats

  • Intensive Program
  • Sessions Package
  • Ongoing Weekly

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant
  • Herding
  • Sporting
  • Working
  • Hounds
  • Terriers
  • Doodles
  • Brachycephalic

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
  • Balanced Training

Equipment: 

  • Clickers
  • Food Rewards
  • Harnesses
  • Flat Collars
  • Martingale Collars
  • Pinch Collars
  • E-Collars
  • Obstacle Courses

John K9 offers intensive day training (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm) over 3–4 weeks, including real-world outings, obedience training, and weekly owner coaching. Group classes include AKC STAR Puppy (8–20 weeks), CGC (post-basic obedience), and Trick Dog (6-week program). Board and train programs provide full-time professional training with overnight boarding. Private lessons and protection training are available by appointment. All programs include lifetime refresher lessons and ongoing trainer support.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Day Training: 3–4 week program with flexible payment options via Affirm. Group Classes: AKC STAR Puppy at $50/week (6 weeks), CGC at $70/week (6 weeks), Trick Dog at $200 (6 weeks). Free evaluations available. Boarding and daycare rates not specified. Lifetime alumni discount of 20% on boarding for graduates.

Policies

All services require proof of current Rabies, Bordetella, and Distemper vaccines and a negative fecal test, which can be uploaded via the Time to Pet portal. Dogs showing aggression toward humans or other animals may require additional attention and incur extra fees. Walk-in daycare is accepted Monday–Saturday, 6am–8pm. Facility tours require appointment. No reservation needed for daycare.

Testimonials

“Pepper is my first puppy/dog that I have owned on my own, so this has all been a learning experience for myself & her. When I was first searching for different facilities to take her to for boarding, daycare, etc., I was struggling with deciding on the right place as I had a weird feeling about the different places we visited. From the very first time Pepper & I stepped into John K9 I knew that I found the right place for my girl! … Every staff member that I have interacted with has been nothing short of amazing and I love how every single one of them know Pepper by name, as well as making her feel special and welcome every single day.”
– Pepper’s Owner

“Our girl Maggie completed her day train program at John K9 last month and we’ve been so impressed with the obedience skills she learned and her overall improved level of confidence! Maggie was (literally) rescued from the streets and had some reactivity and anxiety that was difficult for us to work through, and John K9 felt like the right place for her training foundations. Her trainer, Carlos, and the rest of the staff were so patient with her.”
– Maggie’s Owner

“I have waited about a month to make this review just to see if what we paid for was worth it. … We are extremely satisfied with JohnK9. Our Rocky was adopted back in April and we noticed some tendencies that we wanted to correct and this training did exactly that. … Lily was Rocky’s main trainer … took the time to explain and correct us so Rocky could be successful when we went home.”
– Rocky’s Owner

About the Trainer

John K9 Dog Training, located in Plant City, FL, offers comprehensive dog training services including private lessons, group classes, day training, and board and train programs. They specialize in puppy raising, pet obedience, and family protection dogs, with a focus on real-world application to improve both dog and owner quality of life. Their day training program includes daily professional training Monday–Friday, real-world outings to parks and stores, confidence-building exercises, and weekly owner coaching sessions. They provide lifetime follow-up lessons and ongoing trainer support for all graduates. Additional services include doggy daycare (6am–9pm), overnight boarding, dog food, treats, leashes, collars, and grooming supplies. Their facility features a pool and is designed for canine husbandry, mental stimulation, and physical well-being. Trainers include John Kuendig (founder with 19+ years in animal training), Arianna Krenz (12 years experience, certified in canine nutrition), and experienced trainers like Carlos and Lily. All services require proof of current vaccines and a negative fecal test.

They offer free evaluations to assess dog behavior and recommend appropriate programs. Group classes include AKC STAR Puppy, Canine Good Citizen (CGC), and Trick Dog programs, all designed to prepare dogs for official AKC titles regardless of breed or registration status. They also provide protection training on Saturdays by appointment and offer flexible payment options through Affirm.

John K9 emphasizes long-term success through owner involvement, homework guidance, and lifelong support, ensuring training translates seamlessly into the home environment.

Accomplishments

John Kuendig has 19+ years of animal training experience, beginning in 2005 with marine mammals and zoological facilities. Arianna Krenz has 12 years of professional experience working with police K9s, search and rescue teams, and holds a certification in canine nutrition. Trainers Carlos and Lily have 6 and 1 year of experience respectively. All group classes prepare dogs for official AKC titles (STAR Puppy, CGC, Trick Dog).

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free evaluation by completing the online form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsuVl8bMBnIhghPm0NHiccaZUPH0dqV946ALURcCLDIPMB4A/viewform. After evaluation, clients can schedule private lessons, group classes, day training, or board and train programs through the Time to Pet portal or by contacting the facility.

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  • 20+ Years Experience

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Hours

Monday: 6am-9pm
Tuesday: 6am-9pm
Wednesday: 6am-9pm
Thursday: 6am-9pm
Friday: 6am-9pm
Saturday: 6am-9pm
Sunday: 6am-9pm

Certifications

  • Credentialed

Associations

  • AKC

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish
  • onsite services
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Dog day care center
  • Pet boarding service
  • Pet supply store
  • Pet groomer

Location

3701 E Trapnell Rd, Plant City, FL 33566

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