LoLa K9 Academy, LLC

LoLa K9 Academy offers a range of training programs including pet-dog obedience, behavior modification, puppy foundations, board & train, private lessons, tricks training, agility, nosework, and search and rescue. The training philosophy is centered on creating happy dogs using balanced techniques, developing dogs’ decision-making skills, and teaching owners to lead their dogs.

They emphasize individualized training, stating that every dog is different and cookie-cutter programs are avoided. A variety of tools are used to optimize individual learning, and mental exercise is considered as important as physical exercise. The approach is balanced, incorporating both classical and operant conditioning.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons are 45-60 minutes. Off-site lessons within 8 miles of the academy cost $100 per session, while those between 8-20 miles cost $125 per session. On-site lessons at LoLa K9 Academy are priced at $75 per session, based on an example of $750 for 10 sessions before discounts.

Stackable discounts are available for private lessons. Quantity discounts include 5% off for 5+ sessions, 10% off for 10+ sessions, 15% off for 15+ sessions, 20% off for 20+ sessions, and 25% off for 25+ sessions. Frequency discounts are also offered: 5% off for 2x/week, 10% off for 3x/week, 15% off for 4x/week, and 20% off for 5x/week. Custom lesson bundles can be created, and lessons can also be purchased a la carte.

LoLa K9 Academy, LLC is a dog training business led by Mel, a Certified Canine Training and Behavior Specialist. Mel was trained under Jessy Gabriel and Rob Dunn, focusing on behavior modification, nosework, search and rescue, and agility. Mel is also a volunteer Search and Rescue K9 team member with Search and Rescue Dogs of the United States.

The academy offers a variety of services including pet-dog obedience training, behavior modification, puppy foundations, board & train programs, private lessons, tricks training, agility training, and nosework. Their mission is to create happy dogs using balanced training techniques, develop dogs’ decision-making skills, and help owners learn to lead their dog.

LoLa K9 Academy emphasizes that every dog is different, avoiding cookie-cutter training programs and utilizing a variety of tools to optimize individual learning. They believe mental exercise is as important as physical exercise and employ a balanced approach to training, incorporating classical and operant conditioning. They cater to puppies and adult dogs for various training needs.

Accomplishments

Mel is a Certified Canine Training and Behavior Specialist, having received training from Triple Crown Academy for Professional Dog Trainers (now Starmark Academy). Mel trained under Jessy Gabriel and Rob Dunn. Additionally, Mel is a volunteer Search and Rescue K9 team member with Search and Rescue Dogs of the United States.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients can use the Consultation and Contact Request Form on the website. This form requests the client’s name, phone, email, preferred method of contact (Phone Call, Text Message, Email), how they found the academy, and how the academy can help them.