K9 Pawsibilities

K9 Pawsibilities offers a variety of 6-week group courses including Puppy Obedience (for dogs 6 months and under), Basic Obedience (for dogs 6 months and older), and Intermediate Obedience (which includes CGC preparation).

Specialized programs include Recall (a three-level, 18-week program focusing on impulse control and focus), Therapy Dog training (for community service and emotional support), and Service Dog training (for medical disabilities, mobility/stability, and PTSD). They also offer an “Anything Goes” class for advanced dogs, covering agility, canine conditioning, off-leash work, public access, and scent work. Private lessons and home visits are available for individualized training.

Pricing Summary

A 6-week course costs $176 by credit/debit or $170 by cash/check. Beginner Therapy/Service training is $200. Advanced Therapy/Service in class is $35/day, and public access training is $50/day. Private lessons are $75/hr, and home visits are $100/hr. The “Anything Goes Class” is $85 for three days.

Policies

Dogs that show aggression towards people or unacceptable aggression towards other dogs are not allowed in group classes. Dogs that display reactivity will be evaluated to determine if they can participate in group classes or if private lessons are needed.

K9 Pawsibilities focuses on building and strengthening the bond between people and their dogs through trust and communication. They offer a variety of training options including group classes, private lessons, and home visits to find the right fit for each dog and owner. Their Certified Trainers aim to help grow the bond shared between pets and their owners.

They have been serving Isle of Wight and surrounding communities since 2012. The business emphasizes discovering a dog’s potential, stating that “the pawsibilities are endless!”

They do not allow dogs showing aggression towards people or unacceptable aggression towards other dogs in group classes. Dogs displaying reactivity will be evaluated to see if they can participate in group classes or need private lessons.

Accomplishments

K9 Pawsibilities has been serving Isle of Wight and surrounding communities since 2012.

Terri Sallas is the Owner and Master Trainer, holding certifications as an ASCT Certified Master Trainer, ASCT Service & Therapy Dog Evaluator, AKC Evaluator, and ABC Certified Trainer. Ella Mortimer is a Trainer, certified as an AKC Evaluator and ASCT Certified Trainer.

How to Get Started!

To register for a class, clients should call Terri at (757)647-5476. For the first class, clients need to bring vaccination records, treats, water, and the class fee.