Legend K9 Retreat
Ranked #5 in Ogden and #29 in Utah
Service area: Utah
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Herding
- Sporting
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ E-Collars
Legend K9 Retreat offers extensive training options, with all programs including access to their trainer team, online videos, and mental/physical stimulation plans. They provide a Basic Manners Program, which can be 3 or 5 private lessons or a 10-day boot camp.
Board and Train Programs are available, including a 10-day boot camp for puppies, and 2, 3, or 4-week boot camps for other dogs. The Principled Pup Program involves Day n Trains and Private lessons, covering obedience (Sit, Down, Place, Kennel, Stay, Come, Heel), confidence building, and nuisance behaviors like barking, mouthing, chewing, and jumping, along with training in public to proof distractions and address small behavior issues.
The Off-Leash Program covers everything in the Principled Pup program but on and off leash, utilizing an e-collar for complete control. This program includes Day n Trains and Private Lessons, or a Boot Camp/Board and Train combined with private lessons. The Behavior Mod Program is designed for severe behavior issues such as dog-to-dog aggression, aggression towards humans, fear, biting, and separation anxiety, also including obedience, with the course determined by the trainer (could be board and train, day n train, private lessons, or a mixture).
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing is customized to individual needs and goals, determined after a consultation with a trainer.
Testimonials
“Nellie is one of the most dedicated and passionate dog trainers I have had the pleasure of working with. She can easily diagnose behavior problems and treat them accordingly from a scientific standpoint that is proven to work. Her level of expectation for each one of her client dogs set the bar high above the rest. I have the utmost respect for her skillset in making the most challenging training sessions a complete success and keeps the dogs happy and wanting to learn more. Would Recommend Nellie over and over again.”
– Chris Bracken
“Our dog Ruger is a 2 year old lab/blue tick coon hound mix. He was rescued by Paws for Life and sent to Nellie for training to help make Ruger adoptable. We adopted Ruger in January 2021 and worked with Nellie in his advanced training. Ruger is now my off leash hiking buddy and fly fishing guide. It is enjoyable to watch Ruger being able to be a dog, in control and not easily distracted. He now socializes very well with other dogs and people. It is great to have confidence in a loving dog and a pleasure to be with him. Nellie worked very hard with Ruger to get him to this point but the one area that made the difference is the training she gave me. If you are looking for a trainer that is caring and respectful, give Nellie a call!”
– John Hanks
“Went to Nellie for help with our Cooper, a Goldendoodle. High energy and very stubborn. I had used a different trainer first but wish I had found her first. She was amazing with him. He learned immediately stay, heel place. I had him sitting already but in one lesson he was like a different dog. Nellie was awesome. She came to our house and worked in the park as well. I highly recommend Nellie over anyone else.”
– Naomi Laird
About the Trainer
Legend K9 Retreat is a professional dog training facility specializing in behavior modifications and pet off-leash obedience. They are a top Utah professional dog training team dedicated to improving the quality of life for both dogs and their owners.
Their main specialty is the rehabilitation of aggressive and fearful dogs, pet obedience (specifically off-leash), and building puppies to reach their full potential. They prioritize teaching both the dog and the owner, caring for each dog as their own.
The trainers at Legend K9 Retreat are extensively trained and certified, attending a minimum of 2-3 continued education seminars per year. They are also dedicated to helping rescue dogs through rehabilitation training to prepare them for adoption.
Accomplishments
Head Trainer and Owner Nellie Bird is passionate about the dog industry, with years of experience. She has worked with over 20 other professional trainers, many world-renowned, and is active in both sport and obedience competition. Nellie is a graduate of Starmark Academy’s Professional Dog Training School and is a Certified, Professional Dog Trainer and Canine Behavior Specialist. She is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, the International Association of Canine Professionals, and an AKC Evaluator. Nellie also runs a small rescue/rehab in conjunction with her business. All trainers at Legend K9 Retreat attend a minimum of 2-3 continued education seminars per year and have dedicated time to helping rescue dogs.
How to Get Started!
Clients should contact Legend K9 Retreat to schedule a free in-home consultation and personalized evaluation with a trainer to determine program recommendations and pricing.
Contact Information
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
- APDT
- IACP
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking