Lake Erie K9

5.0 Stars,209 Reviews

4204 Main St, Erie, PA 16511

Service area: Serves Erie, PA and surrounding areas including Lawrence Park, within a 20-mile radius of 4204 Main St, Erie, PA.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

Family Dog
Therapy Dog
Competition / Agility
Working Dog
Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

Puppy Training
Basic Obedience
Leash Pulling
Reactivity / Aggression
Jumping on People
Barking Excessively
Separation Anxiety
Biting / Nipping
Potty Training
Resource Guarding
Fearfulness
Recall

Training Formats Offered

Private Lessons
Group Classes
In-Home
Private Facility

Program Formats

Ongoing Weekly
Intensive Program

Types of Dogs

Small
Medium
Large
Giant
Working
Terriers
Doodles

Age of Dogs Trained

Puppy (<1 year)
Adolescent (1-2 years)
Adult (2-8 years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods:

✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
✓ Positive with Some Corrections
✓ Balanced Training

Equipment:

✓ Clickers
✓ Food Rewards
✓ Harnesses
✓ Flat Collars
✓ Martingale Collars
✓ Pinch Collars
✓ E-Collars
✓ Obstacle Courses

Lake Erie K9 offers K9 Bootcamp, a group puppy/dog obedience class held at their facility; Tac Maneuvers, a beginner agility course; and Spec.Ops., an advanced group obedience program modeled after police/military K9 training. Private sessions are available for behavior modification and obedience at home or the facility. They also provide AKC Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog training/testing courses. Programs are structured in multi-week sessions with progressive skill-building.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not listed on the website; clients are encouraged to call or text for information on class rates, packages, and private session fees.

Policies

Training is offered by appointment only. Website has had connectivity issues; clients are advised to call or text if emails go unanswered. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated.

Testimonials

We could not be more thrilled with our experience at Lake Erie K-9 Dog Training Academy! Mike is an absolutely incredible trainer–knowledgeable, patient, and truly passionate about what he does. Our Rottweiler puppy, Bane, has learned so much in just this first class series, and the progress has been remarkable.
Mike’s ability to connect with both the dogs and their owners sets him apart. He explains everything clearly, makes training enjoyable, and gives us the tools to keep building at home. Bane has not only gained new skills but has also become more confident, focused, and well-mannered.
This is only the beginning for us–we know we’ll be back for many more classes. If you’re looking for a trainer who genuinely cares and delivers results, look no further. I cannot recommend Mike and Lake Erie K-9 highly enough.
– Anonymous

We adopted our puppy and she had some anxiety issues. When we first started class, she would growl at people and other dogs, but by the end of the class that issue had been corrected and she could follow commands. They were really helpful with teaching us how to correct her behaviors so they did not come back or get worse. Highly recommend!
– Anonymous

Gretel and I just completed Puppy Boot Camp. My girl, Gretel, is a little rowdy but she responded so well to a little order and obedience in her life. A noticeable change between week one and graduation! Gary helped us nip her food guarding and aggressive growling which makes feeding time much more pleasant and peaceful. Plan to take more classes and highly recommend their classes.Thank you!
– Anonymous

About the Trainer

Lake Erie K9 is a veteran and law enforcement owned dog training business that offers private and group dog training services to help dog owners build well-behaved companions. Their services include basic and advanced obedience, behavior modification, AKC Canine Good Citizen training, therapy dog preparation, puppy bootcamp, and beginner agility (Tac Maneuvers). Training is available in the comfort of your home or at their facility in Lawrence Park, Erie, PA. The team includes Mike A., a former Air Force Security Forces K9 handler and Military Police trainer with experience training military and civilian police K9 units, and Tony D., a retired police K9 officer with over 20 years of experience. Gary S. leads group classes and specializes in agility training. Their programs are designed to address real-world behavior issues and build confidence in both dogs and owners.

They emphasize practical, hands-on training methods inspired by police and military K9 protocols, making their approach especially effective for dogs with reactivity, fearfulness, or resource guarding. They also offer a therapy dog certification course and focus on helping families integrate their dogs into everyday life with reliable obedience and good manners.

Accomplishments

Owner Mike A. is a former U.S. Air Force Security Forces K9 handler and Department of Defense K9 trainer who trained military and civilian police officers. He also served as a civilian police K9 officer and tactical firearms/defensive tactics instructor for a federal agency. Tony D. is a retired civilian police K9 officer with over 20 years of experience. Both have collaborated for years helping civilian dog owners.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to call or text (814-602-8273) to inquire about class schedules, availability, and to schedule an appointment for private training or group classes.

Contact

21+ Years Experience

Availability

Weekdays
Weekends
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Hours

Monday: 9am-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: Closed

Certifications

Credentialed

Associations

Languages

English

is owned by veterans
wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

Pet supply store

Location