Off Leash K9 Training, LLC #3
Ranked #4 in Knoxville and #29 in Tennessee
Service area: They service Knoxville and Sevierville areas, including Knoxville, Powell, West Hills, Lenoir City, Loudon, Heiskell, Farragut, Concord, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Seymour, Kodak, Newport, Jefferson City, Morristown, Sevierville, Louisville, Karns, Maryville, Alcoa, Rockford, Townsend, Bearden, Clinton, Oak Ridge, Halls Crossroads, Fountain City, Corryton, Maynardville, Rocky Top, and Dandridge. In-home training is available within 20 miles of Knoxville or Sevierville.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- In-Home
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ training-leash
- ✓ slip-lead
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
Off Leash K9 Training offers a variety of programs tailored to different needs and ages. Basic Obedience is a 4-week program focusing on 7 commands: Come, Sit (and Extended Sit), Down (and Extended Down), Place, Loose Leash Walking, and Off (correcting unwanted behavior). Advanced Obedience, a prerequisite, extends training to include extended distance obedience and a choice of 4 advanced commands like Heel, Watch, Through, Stand, Front, Touch, and Directional Sends.
Their 2-Week Board & Train program provides immersive training where the dog lives with a certified trainer, learning advanced off-leash obedience and behavior modification, with daily photo updates and a final 2-hour owner session. In-Home Training offers the same obedience programs in the client’s home. Puppy training for dogs under 5 months includes a 1-week Board & Train focusing on potty training, crate training, bite inhibition, and basic commands, or an AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Package with 6 private positive reinforcement classes covering health, nutrition, socialization, and basic commands.
They also offer specialized training for Aggression/Anxiety Management, Service Dog Training (Mobility Support, Psychiatric/PTSD Response), Therapy Dog Development, Emotional Support Animal (ESA) preparation, and Scent Work. Scent Work programs range from basic understanding to independent searches and a Board & Train option, plus a weekly Nose Knows Scent Club. Training typically involves incorporating lessons into daily routines, with basic obedience generally completed in four lessons. They use e-collars for dogs 5 months and older, and clicker/treat methods for younger puppies.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing is structured into various packages. Basic Obedience is a 4-week program for $650, including 7 basic commands, an e-collar, and a training leash. Advanced Obedience, a prerequisite, is a 4-week program for $450, covering extended distance obedience and 4 chosen advanced commands. A combined Basic & Advanced Obedience 8-week program is available for $1000, offering a $100 discount.
The 2-Week Board & Train program costs $2900 and includes immersive training, 7 basic commands, distraction handling, a 2-hour owner session, and a lifetime support guarantee. In-Home Training (Basic) is $850 for 4 weeks, and In-Home Training (Basic & Advanced) is $1400 for 8 weeks, both for locations within 20 miles of Knoxville or Sevierville.
Other packages include Basic Marker Mastery ($500 for four 1-hour sessions using reward-based methods), Aggression/Anxiety Management ($1100 for 7 lessons with an optional 8th in-home lesson), and Aggression/Anxiety Board & Train ($3500 for 2 weeks with lifetime support). Service Dog Evaluation & Consultation is $50 (waived if enrolled in a program). Therapy Dog Development or ESA is an 8-lesson course for $1000. Scent Work packages range from a Starter package ($300 for 5 sessions) to a Proficient package ($480 for 10 sessions) and a 2-Week Board & Train ($2800). The Nose Knows Scent Club is a weekly program at $40/session (or $45 pay-as-you-go). Puppy training includes a 1-Week Puppy Board & Train for $850, an AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Package for $400 (6 private lessons), and a Puppy Consultation for $100.
Policies
They offer a guarantee: if a client is not completely amazed and satisfied in the first lesson, the lesson is free. For Board & Train programs, they incorporate safety measures including daily Google Photos album updates (photos within 48 hours, videos every 2-3 days) and GPS Whistle units for dogs when outside the trainer’s home. Protocols are in place for decreased appetite or minor injuries, with immediate notification and care options. Board & Train packages come with a lifetime support guarantee on every included command. All training packages must be paid in full before scheduling lessons.
Testimonials
“Our experience with Off Leash K9 Knoxville was amazing! We highly recommend them to anyone who wants their dog trained by highly skilled professionals!”
– Weniie Jones
“This is by far the best money I’ve ever spent on my dog and I would gladly do it time and time again. We’re only three lessons in and he’s a completely different dog and continues to grow with each class.”
– Austin G.
“My trainer is amazing! We did the 2-wk board and train with our golden retriever! Best money I’ve ever spent! One minute I thought I was at whits end with my puppy and training… now we’re off to market square and social events and he does amazing! Will forever recommend K9 Off Leash,my trainer, and their staff!”
– Mackenzie C.
About the Trainer
Off Leash K9 Training, LLC #3, located in Knoxville and Sevierville, is a local branch of a globally recognized dog training business with over 130 locations across the United States. They focus on private lessons, dog behavior consultations, and educating dog owners to foster a strong bond with their pets, enabling off-leash control. The company asserts that 98% of all dogs can achieve a high level of obedience, regardless of their breed, size, shape, or age.
Their training methodology is designed to transform the lives of both dogs and their owners. The team comprises trainers with diverse backgrounds, including experience from military branches, rescue and shelter volunteering, and former veterinary technicians. Their goal is to produce obedient, off-leash, and distraction-proof dogs, achieving a level of obedience comparable to that of police or military working dogs.
Accomplishments
Off Leash K9 Training is recognized globally, with its founder, Nick White, being a former US Marine and US Secret Service agent. Nick White is considered one of the top dog trainers in the world, holding two official world records in off-leash obedience, including the longest down from a distance (350 yards). He is listed on Wikipedia as one of the top 20 dog trainers and recently named a top 10 trainer by bestdogtrainers.org. He has been featured in magazines and shows, and is requested by celebrities and athletes like Ryan Reynolds, John Cena, Max Scherzer, and Jon “Bones” Jones. The company boasts over 1500 before/after videos on YouTube, claiming more documented videos than any other dog training business worldwide.
Their trainers, such as Becky J. and Sandra M., are AKC Evaluators, and Sandra M. is also a TPU Evaluator. Morgan H. has pending AKC and TPU Evaluator applications. Trainers have backgrounds ranging from military branches to rescue and shelter volunteering and former veterinary technicians.
How to Get Started!
Clients can start by calling for a free consultation to determine if Off Leash K9 Training is the right fit. To purchase training, clients can call or buy online. All training packages must be paid in full before scheduling lessons. After payment, they will contact the client to schedule training.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Evening
Certifications
- AKC
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service