Off Leash K9 Training, Macon
Service area: Serves Macon, Peachtree City, Smyrna, Duluth, Columbus, Athens, and Augusta, Georgia
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Behavior Modification
- Working Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- 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)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive with Some Corrections
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Martingale Collars
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Training programs include private lessons, in-home sessions, and a 14-day Board & Train “Training Camp” focused on advanced off-leash obedience and behavior modification. The 2-week program includes daily video updates and a pickup session where owners are taught how to maintain training at home. Additional packages target puppies, reactive dogs, and therapy dog certification. All programs emphasize consistency, clear communication, and owner education to strengthen the human-dog bond.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Offers multiple packages including Basic & Advanced Obedience (4 private lessons), a 2-week Board & Train program with 100% guarantee, Puppy Starter Packages, Reactive Dog Package (8 private lessons), Therapy Dog Development (8 private lessons), and In-Home Training. Pricing details are available on their Packages page. Free phone consultations are offered to determine the right program.
Testimonials
“I cannot say enough good things about the men and women at Off-Leash K9 Training!”
– Max Scherzer – MLB All Star
“Off Leash K9 Training has made my dog amazing! I would highly recommend them.”
– Jon “Bones” Jones – UFC Champion
“We have a Golden Retriever who was terrible on a leash and would pull constantly… In just two weeks, she redirected him and corrected those behaviors we could not. He is a completely different dog.”
– Client Testimonial
About the Trainer
Off Leash K9 Training in Macon is a nationally recognized dog training company specializing in military and law enforcement-style obedience training for dogs of all ages, breeds, sizes, and behavioral issues. They offer private lessons, in-home training, and a 2-week board and train program that guarantees results. Their training emphasizes consistency, fairness, and clear communication to build trust between dogs and owners. The business is owned and operated by Bryan and JoAnne Swihart, Army veterans with extensive experience training dogs from Chihuahuas to Pitbulls, including reactive and fearful dogs. They train dogs to be obedient on and off-leash, even under heavy distractions, and offer specialized programs for puppies, reactive dogs, and therapy dog certification. Their methods are designed to transform dogs into well-behaved companions, allowing owners to take them anywhere without a leash. They also provide daily video updates during board-and-train programs and teach owners how to maintain training at home.
The team includes certified trainers with backgrounds in the military, veterinary care, and service dog handling. They pride themselves on serving all dog types, including bully breeds, and offer free phone consultations to help owners determine the right program. With over 130 locations nationwide, they are the fastest-growing dog training company in the U.S.
They also offer a variety of training packages including Basic & Advanced Obedience, Puppy Starter Packages, Reactive Dog Behavior Modification, Therapy Dog Development, and In-Home Training.
Thousands of before-and-after videos are available on their YouTube channel, and they feature testimonials from clients including athletes, veterinarians, and everyday dog owners.
They operate in Macon, Peachtree City, Smyrna, Duluth, Columbus, Athens, and Augusta, Georgia.
Accomplishments
Off Leash K9 Training is the fastest-growing dog training company in the world with over 130 locations nationwide. Founder Nick White is a former US Marine and Secret Service agent who holds a world record for the longest down command at 350 yards. Trainers include Army veterans, former military working dog handlers, and certified animal behavior professionals. The Macon location is owned by Bryan Swihart, an Army veteran with deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, and JoAnne Swihart, who holds a background in biological research and has transformed fearful rescue dogs into confident family pets.
How to Get Started!
Owners can start with a free phone consultation to determine the best training program for their dog. After the consultation, they can book a package such as private lessons, in-home training, or the 2-week board and train program. A contact form is available on the website to request a trainer to call back.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 9am-7pm
Tuesday: 9am-7pm
Wednesday: 9am-7pm
Thursday: 9am-7pm
Friday: 9am-7pm
Saturday: 9am-7pm
Sunday: 9am-7pm
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- is owned by veterans
- Women-owned
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
- restroom unisex
- LGBTQ-friendly
- transgender safespace
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
Location
4126 Hartley Bridge Rd Suite 3, Macon, GA 31216Listing Tools for Trainers
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