K 9 Tutor

K9 Tutor offers Behavior Modification for issues like aggression, excessive barking, jumping, and fearfulness. They also provide Obedience/Canine Good Manners training, focusing on essential commands like Sit/Stay, Down/Stay, Attention, Recall, and Leave It. Puppy training and socialization are available to maximize confidence and learning.

Training is primarily conducted through private one-on-one lessons, which are described as faster than group classes due to focused attention. For clients with limited time or consistency concerns, a Board and Train program is offered where dogs live in the trainer’s home and receive intensive training. Additionally, K9 Nose Work, dog sports lessons (agility, obedience, treiball), and other canine activities are available for mental and physical exercise and to deepen the dog-owner bond.

K9 Tutor, led by Joyce Sobey, is a professional dog training business dedicated to providing personalized solutions for behavior problems and fostering well-mannered canine companions. Joyce emphasizes positive reinforcement methods, using food and toys as rewards, to ensure training is humane, safe for the entire family, and effective. She believes this approach deepens the bond between dogs and their owners, making learning enjoyable for the dog.

The business offers a range of services including behavior modification for various issues, obedience training (Canine Good Manners), puppy socialization, and specialized K9 Nose Work. They also provide private lessons for essential dog skills like loose leash walking and recall, as well as private dog sports lessons in agility, obedience, and treiball. Additionally, K9 Tutor offers Board and Train programs where dogs live in Joyce’s home, not a kennel, and receive gentle exposure to different environments to generalize behaviors.

Other services include Daytime Dog Adventure Walks, where dogs are picked up, get to play with other socialized dogs, and engage in pack walking, swimming, and training, returning home tired and happy. Joyce’s philosophy is rooted in science-backed positive reinforcement, learned from renowned trainers worldwide, and she has extensive experience working with hundreds of dogs and their families. She is certified and actively stays updated on the latest behavior training developments.

Accomplishments

Joyce Sobey is a certified professional dog trainer with credentials including KPA CTP, APDT-KA, CNW1, and IAABC Associate. She has learned from renowned dog trainers and behaviorists nationally and internationally. Joyce has successfully worked with hundreds of dogs and their families, applying science-backed positive reinforcement methods. She actively competes in Dog Agility for over 12 years and continuously updates her knowledge by attending schools, workshops, and conferences.

How to Get Started!

Clients can begin by contacting K9 Tutor via phone or by submitting a form through their website. The trainer encourages potential clients to reach out with any questions to determine if the training options are suitable for them and their dog.