K9 Mentor Academy

K9 Mentor Academy offers tailored training programs including Puppy Foundations (for young dogs), Family Obedience Training (teaching sit, stay, recall, leash walking, and impulse control), Behavior Correction (for specific issues), Private Coaching (customized in-home or virtual sessions), and Group Classes (weekly social training with other families). All programs involve the entire family and focus on real-life environments.

Pricing Summary

Programs range from $65 for Puppy Foundations to $200 for Private Coaching. Family Obedience Training is $100, Behavior Correction is $150, and Group Classes are $85. All prices are listed per program, with no package discounts mentioned.

Policies

After selecting a service, the team will reach out within 24–48 hours to schedule based on client availability and location. No cancellation or rescheduling policy is explicitly stated.

K9 Mentor Academy is a dog training business founded by Kyle Sedgwick that empowers dog owners with positive, force-free training methods to build calm, confident companions and strengthen family bonds. They offer personalized training programs tailored to each dog’s needs and family’s lifestyle, with a focus on real-life situations like walks, home interactions, and around children. Their approach emphasizes teaching owners how to be their dog’s mentor through patience, consistency, and understanding behavior, not just commands. All training is family-centered, involving both kids and adults in the process.

They provide private coaching, group classes, and specialized programs like puppy foundations, family obedience, and behavior correction. Sessions are available in-home or virtually, and they serve the Capital Region. Their methods are science-backed and reward-based, avoiding force or punishment.

They also offer a free consultation to help families choose the right program, and their training tools include positive reinforcement techniques using food, clickers, and harnesses.

Accomplishments

Kyle Sedgwick is the founder and has experience working with families, shelters, and his own dog. He emphasizes a science-backed, positive approach but no formal certifications or awards are listed.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free consultation to discuss your dog’s needs and choose the right program. After booking a service, the team will contact you within 24–48 hours to schedule your session based on your availability and location.