Outland K9

Outland K9 offers structured group classes on Wednesday and Friday evenings at Reaves Park in Norman, including Puppy Foundations (for dogs under 1 year), Novice Trick Dog, Confidence Building Workshop, and Rocket Recall. Private lessons are available in 1- to 1.5-hour sessions with packages of 4 or 8 sessions focused on basic obedience and behavior modification. Overnight boarding is offered on their 20-acre facility with daily activities. All programs are tailored to the dog’s age, breed, and ability, with AKC title preparation included in select classes.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $150 for 5-week sessions (Puppy Foundations, Novice Trick Dog) and $75 for 3-week workshops (Confidence Building, Rocket Recall). Private lessons include a Single Lesson (price not listed), Beginner Package (4 sessions with equipment), and Advanced Package (8 sessions with equipment). Boarding is available with limited spots. Payment plans through Afterpay are offered for purchases over $100.

Policies

Group classes include a make-up day for missed sessions. Private lesson availability is limited and requires advance booking. Board and train programs are offered on a very limited basis with notifications provided via social media. Payment plans are available for training and gear purchases over $100 through Afterpay or interest-free split payments. No explicit cancellation policy is stated.

Outland K9 is a veteran-owned dog training business based in central Oklahoma, offering personalized obedience, tracking, and scent work training for dogs of all ages and sizes. Led by owner and lead trainer Virginia, the business provides group classes, private lessons, and overnight boarding on a 20-acre facility in Wanette, OK, with group classes held at Reaves Park in Norman. Virginia combines hands-on experience with her own dogs—Etta, Tikka, and Bean—with formal training from Ford K9, Dick Staal, and Tarheel Canine School. She uses balanced training methods that incorporate positive reinforcement and gentle corrections to build trust and communication between dogs and owners. Programs are tailored to individual dogs’ needs, from puppy foundations to advanced trick training and confidence-building for anxious dogs. Outland K9 also offers AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and Novice Trick Dog title preparation, and supports dogs with reactivity, fearfulness, and recall issues. Additional services include a pet boarding facility and an online store for training gear.

Virginia emphasizes long-term success by equipping owners with consistent training plans and follow-up support, aiming to create a lifelong bond between dog and handler. The business is active in the local AKC community and has trained dogs that have earned multiple titles and placements.

Outland K9 serves dog owners in central Oklahoma, particularly in Norman, Wanette, and surrounding areas, with flexible scheduling including weekday evenings and weekend workshops.

Accomplishments

Virginia has trained dogs that have earned AKC titles including S.T.A.R. Puppy, Novice Trick Dog, Canine Good Citizen, Fitdog Bronze, and Best of Breed placements. Her own dogs have achieved multiple AKC and international titles. She has completed advanced training through Ford K9, Dick Staal, and Tarheel Canine School. She is recognized by AKC judges as a competent and knowledgeable trainer.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin by scheduling a consultation through the website’s consultation booking page. This initial step helps determine the best training program based on the dog’s needs, age, and behavior goals. Group classes can be registered directly via scheduling links provided for each class.