Neverland K-9 Institute

Neverland K-9 Institute offers structured programs including Canine Good Citizen and Basic Obedience (8 weeks), Agility Trick Dog (6 weeks), Rally (4 weeks), and Nose Work. Programs include group classes, private lessons, in-home training, and intensive board-and-train options. Training focuses on basic commands, reactivity, obedience, and specialized skills like scent detection and service dog tasks. All programs incorporate the trainer’s 4-step formula: timing, motivation, consistency, and trainer background.

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $140–$260; private lessons are $80/hour or $350 for 5 sessions; in-home lessons are $130/hour or $600 for 5 sessions; board-and-train programs cost $2,300. A $300 non-refundable deposit is required to secure a board-and-train spot. Discounts available for veterans and first responders.

Policies

Board and train requires a $300 non-refundable deposit to hold a spot. Drop-off dates may be changed only once to the next available date. All vaccines must be administered at least one week prior to drop-off. No other cancellation or rescheduling policies are specified.

Neverland K-9 Institute is a veteran-owned dog training business in Kutztown, PA, led by Miranda Genetti, a certified Master Dog Trainer and disabled U.S. Army National Guard veteran. She offers comprehensive dog training services including household obedience, behavior modification, puppy education, and competition training. Miranda specializes in service dog training for diabetic alerts, mobility, and veteran support, as well as agility, scent detection, and evidence recovery. She provides private lessons, in-home training, group classes, and board-and-train programs. Her training approach emphasizes timing, motivation, and consistency, and she is a certified Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and Trick Dog evaluator. Miranda has competed in AKC conformation shows since age 9 and won Best of Breed at the televised Purina National Dog Show two years in a row. She also hosts community demos and events, and offers discounts to veterans and first responders.

The business serves dog owners across the Lehigh Valley, including Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton, and provides both facility-based and in-home training options. Clients can choose from affordable group classes or intensive private programs, with options for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. Miranda is known for her calm, patient, and honest approach, helping owners build strong, lasting relationships with their dogs.

Additional services include a board-and-train program requiring a $300 non-refundable deposit, and she provides guidance on equipment such as harnesses, prong collars, and climbing aids. She also offers free evaluations to determine the best training path for each dog and owner.

Accomplishments

Miranda Genetti won Best of Breed at the televised Purina National Dog Show two years in a row. She has competed in AKC conformation shows since age 9. Her dogs hold titles in Rally, Obedience, Conformation, Trick Dog, IGP, and CGC. She is a certified CGC and Trick Dog Evaluator, a member of the AKC Canine Ambassador Program, and a certified Master Dog Trainer through the VA’s Vocational Rehabilitation program.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must schedule a free evaluation to determine the best training program for their dog. This evaluation helps the trainer assess the dog’s needs and create a customized plan before enrolling in any program.