K-9 Specialist | Dog Trainer
Ranked #5 in Miami and #76 in Florida
Service area: Serving Miami Dade & Broward County.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ training-sleeves
K-9 Specialist offers comprehensive training programs including Adult Dog Training, Basic Obedience, Service Dog Training, Advanced Protection, Behavior Modification, Therapy Dog Training, Housebreaking, Problem Solving, and Puppy Training.
Adult Dog Training covers leash manners, basic commands (Sit, Stay, Down), recall refinement, mat training, release command, and behavioral modification for issues like jumping, barking, chewing, and digging.
Basic Obedience focuses on foundational commands such as Heel, Sit, Sit-Stay, Down, Down-Stay, Come, Place, and Break, all conducted on leash.
Service Dog Training provides customized command training, professional guidance, completion certification (including a vest and ID tags), continued support, flexible training options, and environmental training in real-world settings.
Behavior Modification addresses and reshapes problematic behaviors like fear, anxiety, aggression (towards humans or other animals), excessive barking, chewing, and destructive habits, aiming to transform how a dog thinks, feels, and behaves.
Advanced Protection training instills confidence and control, covering intruder detection and response, command-controlled aggression (including controlled biting and release), independent home protection, and seamless integration with obedience commands.
Puppy Foundations include potty training, crate training, basic commands (sit, stay, come, heel), socialization, and confidence-building exercises.
Therapy Dog Training focuses on stress relief for handlers, behavior modification, therapy-specific skills, basic command training, socialization skills, and preparation for therapy dog certification.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
The business offers free in-home evaluations and free lifetime group refresher classes for every dog that completes their program. No other specific pricing details or packages are mentioned.
Testimonials
“Gabriel Khanderrish from K-9 Specialists did an amazing job training our 3-year-old rescue schnauzer, Coco. He helped her overcome reactivity and fear, guiding us with patience and professionalism. Highly recommend!”
– Ailyn Carrion
“David at K9 Specialists trained our puppy as a service animal in 3.5 weeks. His expertise and support made all the difference. Highly recommend!”
– Laurie Faulkner
“I hired K-9 Specialists for my rescued adult Husky with aggression issues and worked with trainer Kyle. We saw quick results, and Kyle was professional, reliable, and great at addressing all our concerns”
– Moises Martin
About the Trainer
K-9 Specialist is a professional dog training business led by Dennis Urrutia, who has over 32 years of experience as an in-home dog trainer in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. They offer world-class, customized training programs for all breeds and ages, focusing on transforming dog behavior and fostering well-behaved, confident, and responsive companions. The business prides itself on unparalleled quality, unwavering support, and a team of experienced and certified trainers.
They provide tailored solutions for unique dog needs, specializing in behavioral transformation from basic obedience to complex issues. K-9 Specialist also offers VIP and discreet services for high-profile clients, including private, on-location training and 24/7 on-call support.
A unique advantage is their offer of free lifetime dog training group classes for every dog that completes their program, ensuring ongoing support and continued skill reinforcement. Dennis Urrutia is recognized as Miami’s most trusted trainer, having trained over 14,000 dogs in his career and being featured on various TV shows.
Accomplishments
Dennis Urrutia, the Director, has 32 years of hands-on experience in dog training, behavior modification, and aggressive dog rehabilitation. He is recognized as the longest-standing and most experienced in-home dog trainer in Miami-Dade and Broward, having started his career in the 1990s. He has trained over 14,000 dogs.
Dennis Urrutia has been featured on prestigious platforms such as ABC News, Telemundo Miami, Univision, Despierta America, America TeVe, and VIP Television. Therapy K-9 Bruno, a member of their team, was honored as the 2015 Best Therapy Dog for Miami Children’s Hospital.
How to Get Started!
Clients can schedule a consultation to begin their dog’s training journey. The business offers free in-home evaluations.

Contact Information
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking