K9Dogworks

K9Dogworks offers comprehensive training programs including Puppy Programs, Stay and Train Programs, Private Training Programs, and Sport Dog Training.

Puppy Programs are designed for puppies 3-5 months old and include a “Puppy Talk Private Session” for owners covering topics like potty training and basic commands. The “Puppy Stay and Train Program” is a 7-day immersive program focusing on crate training, house breaking, and basic house manners. The “Puppy Private Training Program” consists of 4 private sessions covering similar topics. Loyalty discounts are offered for puppy program graduates.

Stay and Train Programs are for dogs at least 5 months old. The “Standard Stay and Train Program” is approximately 14 days of immersive training, teaching leash manners, house manners, and 6 commands (COME, PLACE, SIT, DOWN, OFF, HEEL). It includes a “go home” session, two follow-up sessions, and 12 months of support. The “Elite Off-Leash Stay and Train Program” is approximately 21 days, covering on and off-leash obedience, house manners, and 12 commands (including STAY, WAIT, OK/FREE, KENNEL, QUIET), with lifetime follow-up support.

Private Training Programs are for dogs at least 5 months old and are designed for hands-on learning. The “Standard Private Training Program” includes 6 private sessions, teaching leash manners, house manners, and 6 commands, with 12 months of support. The “Elite Off-Leash Private Training Program” includes 8 private sessions, covering on and off-leash obedience, house manners, and 12 commands, with lifetime follow-up support. These private sessions can be conducted at their location or in your home, with travel fees applying for in-home sessions.

Sport Dog Training focuses on IGP (Schutzhund) competition, including Tracking, Obedience, and Protection. They offer “IGP 101 – An Introduction to the Sport of Schutzhund / IGP” for new or struggling handlers, providing fundamentals and a solid foundation. They also provide “Private and Small Group Coaching” for IGP Tracking, Obedience, and Protection Competition, helping handlers develop training plans and problem-solve.

K9Dogworks provides professional dog training services, specializing in all breed, on and off-leash obedience. They aim to fix behavior issues and build strong, life-long bonds between dogs and their owners, guaranteeing to fix bad behaviors and get dogs to listen.

Their training system is proven to teach dogs and owners fast, resulting in happy, confident, and reliably trained dogs. All K9Dogworks Associates are highly skilled and experienced Professional Dog Trainers.

Ron Stokes, the owner and lead trainer, is a very experienced dog training professional and a competitor in the sport of Schutzhund/IGP. He has helped many working dog teams and has titled multiple dogs through national level competitions.

Accomplishments

Ron Stokes is the Owner and Lead Trainer at K9Dogworks, recognized as a very experienced dog training professional. He is a Professional Dog Trainer and Competitor in the sport of Schutzhund/IGP.

Ron has successfully helped numerous Working Dog Teams in Tracking, Obedience, Protection, and Problem Solving. He has titled multiple dogs and breeds, progressing them from untrained puppies through national-level shows and competitions.

Additionally, Ron is an accomplished IGP Training Helper and a Classified Trial Helper. He maintains membership in good standing with several organizations, including the United Schutzhund Clubs of America (USCA), German Shepherd Dog Club of America (GSDCA), American Working Malinois Association (AWMA), and DVG America. Ron is also a U.S. Navy Veteran and holds a Master of Science degree from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients can call or submit a form online for a free consultation. K9Dogworks commits to contacting prospective clients within 24 hours.

The free consultation includes an observation of the dog by the trainer, an opportunity for the owner to discuss their dog’s issues, and a collaborative discussion to agree on a training plan. During this consultation, information on training costs, the number of sessions needed, expectations from the training, and the commands the dog will learn are all reviewed.