K9 Ethix

K9 Ethix offers tailored programs: Puppy Kickstart (2 weeks, 8–20 weeks), 3-week On-Leash Board & Train ($3400), and 4+ week Off-Leash Board & Train with Behavior Modification ($4400–$6500). All include meet & greet, equipment, e-book, weekly 1:1 lessons, and lifetime support. Day training and private lessons (in-home or on-site) focus on real-world distractions and customized goals. Virtual sessions available for ongoing support.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons: $200 (1 session), $750 (4 sessions), $1150 (6 sessions) for in-home; $100 (1 session), $350 (4 sessions), $550 (6 sessions) for on-site. Virtual sessions: $80/60min. Board and train: $1800 (2-week puppy), $3400 (3-week on-leash), $4400–$6500 (4+ week off-leash with behavior modification). All programs include equipment, personalized e-book, weekly 1:1 lessons, and lifetime support.

Policies

Free on-site evaluation limited to one per client/dog. Board and train programs include mid-session updates, photos/videos, and a go-home session. Lifetime support is provided for all clients. Refresher lessons are included within 12 months of graduation. No explicit cancellation policy stated.

K9 Ethix is a premier dog training business based in Durham, Connecticut, led by Haley White, a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) with hands-on experience managing shelter dogs and training under retired K9 handlers. They specialize in ethical, science-based behavior modification and obedience training using personalized, holistic methods that focus on building confidence and strong owner-dog bonds. Services include in-home and on-site private lessons, day training, board-and-train programs, and virtual sessions via Zoom. Their unique home-based facility offers a low-stress, real-world environment with over an acre of fenced property, access to public spaces like parks and farmers markets, and a dedicated indoor training area. All profits from their merch store support board-and-train programs for shelter dogs. They emphasize long-term success through lifetime support, custom e-book guides, and follow-up lessons to ensure lasting results.

Haley’s approach prioritizes decision-making over obedience, helping dogs feel safe and confident rather than just compliant. She works with dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments, especially those with reactivity, fearfulness, aggression, resource guarding, and separation anxiety. Her programs are tailored to each dog’s needs, with only 1–2 dogs accepted at a time to ensure individualized attention.

K9 Ethix also partners with Wallingford Animal Control to offer free board-and-train services to shelter dogs and discounts for adopters, reflecting their deep commitment to animal welfare and community support.

Accomplishments

Haley White is a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) licensed in Connecticut since 2020. She has trained board-and-train dogs at a high-volume facility, apprenticed under a retired K9 handler, and completed advanced mentorships with leading industry professionals including Fernando Gonzalez, Carlos Ramierz, Larry Kron, and Nino Drowaert. She has participated in multiple national seminars on behavior modification, decoy fundamentals, and protection training.

How to Get Started!

Start with a free 60-minute on-site evaluation to assess your dog’s needs and create a customized plan. Book online via the provided booking portal. Virtual meet & greets available for out-of-state clients.