K-904

K-904 offers custom one-on-one sessions and personalized board and train programs. Their board and train programs, known as Camp K-904, provide around-the-clock care in a home setting, with dogs residing with the trainer. These programs focus on expediting puppy education and cover topics such as house training, manners, crate training, recall, basic commands (sit, down, wait/stay, leave it, trade, place, touch, watch me/focus), and leash manners. Field trips may be included. Puppies entering board and train should be actively working on crate and house training and not show signs of crate anxiety or behavioral issues.
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Session packages include the “Puppy Prepper” (2 hours for new puppy parents) and the “Perfect Puppy Bundle” (3 sessions for multiple concerns). Hourly sessions are also available for tailored training on topics like manners, leash skills, and tricks, suitable for dogs of any age.

Pricing Summary

A $500 deposit is required for board and train programs, with full payment due prior to scheduled services. Session packages require full payment before the first session. K-904 does not offer refunds.
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Board and train programs range from $1,600 for 7 days to $3,800 for 21 days. Session packages include a 2-hour Puppy Prepper for $150 and a 3-session Perfect Puppy Bundle for $250. Hourly sessions start at $100 for 45-60 minutes.

Policies

A $500 deposit is required for board and train programs, with full payment due prior to services. Session packages must be paid in full before the first session. All payments are processed via Stripe, and K-904 does not offer refunds.
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Cancellations or rescheduling for appointments require 24 hours’ notice, with rescheduling at the trainer’s discretion. Board and train cancellations must be made 7 days prior to avoid deposit forfeiture. K-904 reserves the right to use photos/videos of dogs for promotional and educational purposes. Clients assume all liability and risk, and any bite history must be disclosed. Dogs must be up-to-date on Rabies, DHLPP, and Bordetella vaccinations, heartworm negative, and on flea/tick medication. Clients are responsible for practicing at home to reinforce training.

K-904, owned by Jamie Villalon Thieroff, provides a premier dog training experience in Keystone Heights, Florida. They utilize a force-free, positive reinforcement approach to instill desired behaviors through reward-based techniques. The business offers custom one-on-one sessions and personalized board and train programs.
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A unique advantage is their two-acre, lakefront property, which serves as the training environment. During board and train programs, the trainer resides with the dog, treating them as a family member. K-904 focuses on fostering positive relationships between dogs and owners, aiming to form lifelong bonds by preventing undesired behaviors through manners, socialization, enrichment activities, and human education. They emphasize the critical period of development for puppies up to 16 weeks of age, guiding owners through this crucial time.
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K-904 works with canines of all breeds, but they do not accept dogs with aggressive tendencies or separation anxiety. They also offer a free house training guide for download.

Accomplishments

Jamie Villalon Thieroff, the owner, received her CPDT-KA certification in 2019, which is described as the industry’s highest standard and requires continuing education. She holds memberships with the Pet Professional Guild (PPG), Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), and International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). She is also pet CPR certified and advocates for dog welfare and ethical training.

How to Get Started!

To begin, prospective clients must fill out an intake form. After review, a free consultation will be scheduled to discuss the dog’s needs and training goals, lasting less than 30 minutes.