KC-K9 Academy Dog Training
Service area: Southeastern Wisconsin, specifically Hartland, WI
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Reactivity / Aggression
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Board and Train
- Day Training
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Food Rewards
KC-K9 Academy offers Day Camp, Private Lessons, and Board & Rehab programs. Their training is relationship-based, with customized programs designed for each dog’s unique personality and family’s needs. They focus on understanding a dog’s motivation, utilizing various motivators like food, praise, and toys, and adopt a holistic approach that considers diet and lifestyle for overall behavioral improvement.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Clients can receive a free private lesson upon referring a new client who signs up for services.
About the Trainer
KC-K9 Academy Dog Training is a highly trusted professional dog training business located in Southeastern Wisconsin. Kate, the primary trainer, has over 18 years of experience helping pets and their owners build stronger relationships and live in harmony.
They offer a variety of services including Day Camp, Private Lessons, and Board & Rehab programs. The academy believes in interactive play, respecting a dog’s genetics and mental health, and fostering a strong relationship as essential components of a great lifestyle with your dog.
KC-K9 Academy emphasizes relationship-based training and creates customized programs tailored to each dog’s unique personality and family’s specific needs. They focus on understanding what motivates each dog, which can include food, praise, toys, and genetics. A holistic approach is also central to their philosophy, recognizing that diet and lifestyle significantly impact a dog’s behavior and response to the world.
The academy is notably the training company for the Lake Country DockHounds Bat Dogs, Colt and Kovu. Kate and Colt also competed on America’s Top Dog, Season 3, Episode 4. Their dogs, Kovu, Malick, Mace, and Mimick, have achieved significant success in dock diving, including multiple National and Regional Competitor titles and championships. They also offer a free private lesson to clients who refer new sign-ups.
Accomplishments
Kate, the trainer, has over 18 years of experience in dog training. KC-K9 Academy is the official training company for the Lake Country DockHounds Bat Dogs, Colt and Kovu. Kate and Colt competed in Season 3, Episode 4 of America’s Top Dog. The academy’s dogs, Kovu, Malick, Mace, and Mimick, have achieved significant success in dock diving, including multiple Regional and National Competitor titles, with Mimick being a 3rd Place Senior Division Champion in 2024. The team has qualified for Nationals in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients can book a consultation to begin services.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
9am-7pm
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet boarding service
Location
675 Industrial Ct Unit I, Hartland, WI 53029Listing Tools for Trainers
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