K9 Command

Programs include Puppy Training (10–16 weeks), Basic Obedience (16+ weeks), and the most popular Basic & Advanced Obedience package (16+ weeks). Group classes include Advanced Obedience, Trick & Nosework, and Accountability Group. Board and Train options range from 3 to 6+ weeks with guaranteed results. Remote Learning provides structured online obedience training. All programs emphasize owner coaching and include lifetime follow-up support.

Pricing Summary

Offers a “one price for the life of the dog” package with lifetime support, eliminating recurring fees. Specific pricing for programs like Basic & Advanced Obedience, Board & Train, and Remote Learning is not listed publicly but can be obtained via consultation. They also offer dog food and treats at competitive prices with a rewards program.

K9 Command is a professional dog training business located in Vale, North Carolina, founded in 1994 by Mark Connolly and Amy Henderson. They offer private lessons, group classes, board and train programs, consultations, and remote learning options to help dog owners build reliable control over their dogs—on or off leash—regardless of breed or age. Their unique “one price for the life of the dog” package includes lifetime support, ensuring ongoing guidance long after training ends. They specialize in coaching owners as much as dogs, emphasizing calm, assertive leadership and fostering enjoyable, long-term relationships between pets and their families. In addition to training, they operate a pet supply store offering high-quality dog food and treats, including brands like Acana, which many clients report improved their dogs’ health. Their facility includes a 4,000 sq ft indoor training room and 8.5 acres of outdoor fields, and they serve clients locally and nationally.

Mark is a former Police K9 handler and K9 Training Director with decades of experience training working dogs to national standards, while Amy brings a compassionate, communication-focused approach rooted in understanding canine behavior. Both are deeply involved in their community, volunteering with animal shelters and serving on local animal advisory boards. They are recommended by veterinarians across multiple counties and trusted with their own dogs’ training.

K9 Command trains dogs of all ages and types, from puppies to seniors, and addresses a wide range of behaviors including obedience, reactivity, separation anxiety, potty training, and recall. They also offer specialized programs like trick classes, nosework, and accountability group classes to keep training engaging and effective.

Accomplishments

Founded in 1994 by Mark Connolly and Amy Henderson, both graduates of West Virginia Canine College. Mark is a former Police K9 handler and K9 Training Director with experience certifying dogs to NAPWDA national standards. He was shot in the line of duty in 2005 but continues training and volunteering. Amy is a certified AKC and UKC evaluator. Both are lifetime members of IACP and active volunteers on Lincoln County Animal Advisory Board and Dangerous Dog Board.

How to Get Started!

New clients are encouraged to book an appointment via their website. Training begins with a consultation to assess the dog’s needs and select the appropriate program—private, group, board and train, or remote learning. All programs include personalized guidance and lifetime support.