Kovas’s Legacy Dog Training

Training begins with a $50 initial consultation to assess goals and create a customized plan. Private lessons are offered in 1-hour sessions for obedience, behavior modification, and service dog tasks, with a minimum of 4 sessions required for contracts. Group classes include S.T.A.R. Puppy (for puppies 10 weeks–12 months) and Canine Good Citizen Prep (for dogs 8 months+), each consisting of six weekly one-hour sessions. Additional add-ons include agility, urban mushing, and training walks. Service dog training follows IAADP guidelines and includes public access, task training, and simulated testing. The Spirit’s Passion Memorial Program offers 50% off training fees for veterans. Breed consultations help match owners with suitable dogs, with virtual options available.

Pricing Summary

Initial consultation: $50. Private obedience and behavior modification: $125/hour. Service dog training: $150/hour. Group classes (S.T.A.R. Puppy and CGC Prep): $300 total ($50 registration fee, $250 due first day). Agility and urban mushing: $100/hour. Training walks: $50/half-hour. Behavior and service dog candidate assessments: $100/hour. Breed consultation: custom pricing. 20% discount for law enforcement and active duty military. $15 additional fee per extra dog in multi-dog households. Travel fees apply for in-home sessions.

Policies

Registration fee of $50 is due at signup for group classes, with balance due on the first day of class. Training contracts require a minimum of 4 private sessions. Travel charges apply for in-home or alternate location sessions. For multi-dog households, an additional $15 fee applies per extra dog. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated, but clients are advised to check spam folders if no response is received within 24 hours after contacting.

Kovas’s Legacy LLC is a dog training business founded in 2023 by Alyssa Schwartz, specializing in obedience training, behavioral modification, and service dog training and testing. They focus on Arctic breeds such as Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, and Wolf Hybrids, with over 24 years of experience working with these breeds. Alyssa is a service dog handler herself, having trained and lived with seizure alert dogs, which informs her compassionate, hands-on approach. The business uses Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive (LIMA) practices and offers balanced training methods, adapting techniques to each dog’s needs. They provide private lessons, group classes, and specialized programs like the Spirit’s Passion Service Dog Program for veterans. Additional services include agility training, urban mushing, training walks, behavior assessments, and breed consultations to help owners choose the right dog for their lifestyle.

Alyssa holds a BA and MA in Psychology, is an AKC-approved CGC evaluator, and is certified as a Service Dog Trainer through Animal Behavior College. She has completed advanced coursework from the American College of Canine Studies and Karen Pryor Academy, and is Pet First Aid and CPR certified. The business operates from a headquarters in Roy, WA, and offers in-home and facility-based training. They also provide virtual options for breed consultations and serve clients across Pierce County and surrounding areas.

Kovas’s Legacy partners with BurnsBerg Kennels to provide discounted service dog training for veterans through the Spirit’s Passion Memorial Program, using donated Arctic-breed puppies and young adults. They emphasize education for owners, video documentation of sessions, and building strong human-canine partnerships through consistent, customized training.

Accomplishments

Alyssa Schwartz holds a BA and MA in Psychology, is an AKC Approved Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and is a Certified Service Dog Trainer through Animal Behavior College. She has completed the Advanced Canine Behavior course through the American College of Canine Studies and the Dog Trainer Foundations course through the Karen Pryor Academy. She is Pet First Aid and CPR certified. She has trained and lived with multiple service dogs, including Prince Amarok and Burnsberg’s Vhagar, and has over 24 years of experience with Arctic breeds and over a decade with service dogs. Her business partners with BurnsBerg Kennels on the Spirit’s Passion Memorial Service Dog Program.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin with a $50 Initial Consultation to observe the dog, discuss concerns and goals, and develop a customized training plan. This consultation is required before signing up for any training or testing services, except for Breed Consultation. Group classes require registration with a $50 fee, and spots are limited to 5 puppies or 7 dogs per class. Service dog candidates may apply through email for the Spirit’s Passion Memorial Program. Breed consultations are available virtually or in person.