K9 Kompanion Training

Training begins with an initial phone consultation. In-home sessions are offered weekly or bi-weekly, covering obedience commands and behavior modification using tools like e-collars and prong collars, with homework assigned between sessions. Dogs may progress to off-site, off-leash training. Board and train programs last 2–5 weeks, with daily video updates, mandatory follow-up home training, and instructional videos provided upon completion. Pack walk classes reinforce skills in high-distraction environments. Puppy 101 and behavior modification are core offerings, with certifications available for CGC and AKC Puppy STAR.

Pricing Summary

Private in-home sessions: $300/hour (or $150 for 30 mins). Board and train: $173/day plus a $380 training tool deposit. Reiki: $80/hour. Transitioning into home services: $180/hour. Phone consultation: $100/hour or $50 for 30 mins. Pack walk classes are complimentary for current clients. All fees due in advance. Board and train requires a minimum 3-week stay for reactive dogs.

Policies

Board and train cancellations within 60 days of drop-off incur a 25% fee (minus $380 tool deposit). Boarding cancellations within 48 hours incur 25% fee; during busy times (holidays, summer), cancellations within 3 weeks incur 100% fee. Play group cancellations within 24 hours should be emailed but no fee applies. No cancellation policy listed for in-home sessions or phone consultations.

K9 Kompanion Training is a dog training business founded by Tiffany, a certified trainer with over a decade of experience, offering personalized, pack-based training programs designed to build trust and reliability between dogs and their families. They specialize in behavior modification for issues like aggression, reactivity, separation anxiety, and resource guarding, using a balanced approach that includes modern tools like e-collars and prong collars when appropriate. Services include in-home training, board and train programs, puppy 101, off-leash obedience, and pack walk classes. They also offer K9 Kompassion Reiki sessions for holistic healing, dog certifications (CGC, Community Canine, AKC Puppy STAR), sleepovers, and transition support for families adjusting to new babies or post-surgery care. Their team emphasizes hands-on, customized training with daily updates and homework to ensure long-term success.

They serve dog owners across Massachusetts, with a base in Stow, Hudson, and Boxborough, and travel out of state. Their training philosophy blends ancestral pack dynamics with contemporary societal expectations, aiming to create dogs that are not just obedient but truly trustworthy companions. Clients receive video updates, follow-up support, and tools to maintain training after program completion.

Additional services include pet boarding, play groups, and a K9 shop for training supplies. All services require advance payment, and policies are strict regarding cancellations, especially during peak seasons.

Accomplishments

Tiffany, founder and head trainer, holds IACP and CDT certifications and is a CGC-AKC evaluator. She began training dogs at age 12 and has attended workshops with renowned trainer Sean O’Shea. The team includes a lead behavior specialist and MBA-trained operations manager. They have successfully trained dogs with severe aggression, reactivity, and anxiety, helping families regain trust and safety with their pets.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free phone consultation to assess your dog’s needs. After consultation, clients can schedule in-home sessions, enroll in board and train, or book other services. Board and train requires booking in advance with payment and tool deposit.