K-9 Services Unlimited
Service area: Utica, New York, Central NY, Mohawk Valley
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
K-9 Services Unlimited offers training courses designed to help dog owners understand animal behavior and how to raise a family pet. Their approach focuses on preventing problems by establishing communication between the owner and their dog. They are known for their unique one-on-one training programs, which are developed individually for each dog and handler, avoiding the distractions of large group classes.
They offer a variety of dog training obedience classes. In Spring 2025, they plan to expand their full-time offerings to include tracking, agility, and personal protection. They also provide specialized training for Service Dogs, Physical Disability, and Emotional Support dogs.
Pricing & Policies
Policies
Clients are required to ensure dogs and puppies remain leashed and under control during class. Proof of current vaccinations, including Bordetella, must be shown before training begins.
Testimonials
“I am writing to thank you for the extra service you have given to our K-9 Program. Upon receiving K-9 Canto, it was evident that he needed more training. When we started this training using our regular trainer, the situation got worse. At this time you volunteered to take over the training of Canto on yoru own time and made recommendations as to how the training should progress and who should be working with this K-9. It should be noted that at this time our Supervisor of Security was on disablilty leave and that I was therefore directly supervising the K-9 program. Because of the circumstances I am paticularly grateful that you were able and willing to step in and take charge of the problem. Not only did your training develop Canto into one of the best K-9’s in our department but you also volunteered to train and certify at no cost to the Institute, Canto’s handler Patrolman Les Dryer. It is obvious that Les has also become a more competant handler and he and K-9 Canto are now an excellent team and a valuable asset to the Institute. Thank you for this outstanding contribution to the Munson Williams-Proctor Institute.”
– Barton R. Rasmus, Director Physical Plant and Security
“I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Piazza extensively during the last 12 months. I first met Mr. Piazza while attending a five week Police canine handlers course. During this time he was attending the same school as a Police Canine Trainer. I found Mr. Piazza’s style of instructing and training most refreshing. Seldom in today’s world does one find an individual totally committed to a project. Mr. Piazza’s determination to be the best possible instructor/Trainer was evident from the first day. His common sense approach matched with a great deal of natural ability makes him, in my opinion an excellent trainer of both canine and handlers. In closing, I have no reservations recommending Mr. Piazza for future canine training responsibilities.”
– Jeff Moody, K-9 Police Officer
“Our sincere thanks for a great job, you were highly recommended and now we know why. We really appreciate all of your time and patience, we definitely learned a lot, which allows us to enjoy our dog for years to come. Thanks again We hope to be back sometime for more training courses.”
– Stacy Hanson and Brian Helmer
About the Trainer
K-9 Services Unlimited, also known as Piazza’s Dog Training School, is a highly experienced dog training business located near Utica, New York, serving the Mohawk Valley and Central NY. They are known as “Dog Training Specialists” and have been training dogs for over 43 years, established since 1984.
They specialize in one-on-one training programs, emphasizing communication between owners and their family pets to prevent problems. They believe that what happens in the home significantly influences a dog’s behavior.
Currently, they are retired and training only a small group of clients, but plan to resume full-time training in Spring 2025, accepting both old and new clients for various courses including tracking, agility, and personal protection. They also offer training for Service Dogs, Physical Disability, and Emotional Support dogs, along with general obedience classes.
Accomplishments
Salvatore Piazza, the trainer, has over 43 years of experience in dog training, having started at age 9. K-9 Services Unlimited was established in 1984 and is recognized as the original dog training school in Central NY. Salvatore Piazza is noted for having the most experience among trainers in the Mohawk Valley and Central NY.
He is known for his dedication, kindness, and for treating clients with respect and dignity. He has also given many seminars in various settings.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients can contact K-9 Services Unlimited by phone or email to ask questions or request additional information on classes and services. They can also schedule an evaluation for their dog.
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