Pack with Purpose K9 LLC

Training programs include: 1) One-on-one 60-minute sessions for dogs 12 weeks and older; 2) Puppy Prep: 2–8 week board-and-train for puppies 8–20 weeks with socialization and foundation training; 3) Elevating Pups: 2–8 week board-and-train for dogs 6 months and older focused on owner-defined goals; 4) Virtual training for remote coaching; and 5) Temperament assessment for adopters, where Kerstin accompanies clients to shelters to evaluate potential dogs. All programs include owner coaching to ensure consistency at home.

Pricing Summary

Private one-on-one sessions are $85/hour; virtual sessions are $60/hour; temperament assessments are $40. Board and train packages start at $1,600 for 2 weeks for puppies and $1,800 for 2 weeks for adult dogs. Discounts available for purchasing 3 sessions: $235 for 3 in-person sessions (save $20) and $155 for 3 virtual sessions (save $25). Boarding rates start at $35/day. All packages are valid for 3 months.

Policies

They do not accept dogs with a history of human aggression or biting. All training packages are valid for 3 months. Boarding is available for dogs who have completed their board-and-train program or were adopted through their rescue. Visits are by appointment only.

Pack with Purpose K9 LLC is a dog training business based in Junction City, Oregon, led by trainer Kerstin, who has over 25 years of dog ownership experience and has trained hundreds of dogs since 2020. The business specializes in relationship-driven training that emphasizes clear communication, consistency, trust, and respect between dogs and their owners. Services include private one-on-one training sessions, virtual coaching, board-and-train programs for puppies and adult dogs, temperament assessments for adopters, and a private 2-acre fenced Bark Park for off-leash play. They also offer pet boarding and adoption support through their nonprofit sister organization, Wallflowers Shine Project. Their approach is tailored to individual dogs and owners, with a focus on behavior modification for issues like leash pulling, reactivity, separation anxiety, and recall. Kerstin’s background in wildlife conservation and rescue work informs her compassionate, expert-led methods.

They serve Eugene, Junction City, Springfield, Corvallis, and surrounding areas, offering both in-person and virtual training options. Their board-and-train programs last 2–8 weeks and include comprehensive coaching for owners to maintain progress at home. The business prioritizes building long-term bonds between dogs and handlers, especially for active outdoor lifestyles.

Kerstin shares her home with seven dogs and four cats and is deeply involved in agility, scent detection, and canine conditioning, which informs her training philosophy. They do not accept dogs with a history of human aggression or biting.

Accomplishments

Kerstin holds a degree in Natural Resource Management with a focus on Fish and Wildlife Conservation. She co-founded the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Wallflowers Shine Project in 2018 and has rescued and rehomed hundreds of dogs. She has studied under world-renowned dog trainers and has over 25 years of personal dog ownership experience. Her training methods are informed by hands-on rescue work and ongoing professional development.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin by scheduling a free temperament assessment ($40) if adopting, or booking a private session, virtual session, or board-and-train inquiry. An initial assessment is required before board-and-train programs to determine goals and duration. Clients can book directly through the website or contact via phone or email.