R+K9

Group classes include Walk Wisely 1 & 2 (leash walking), Recall Revolution 1 & 2 (reliable recall), Obedience Games (reinforcing basics), Peace on a Leash (reactivity), Cooperative Care (vet/grooming acceptance), Shaping (behavior shaping), and Nosework (scent work). Private lessons and behavior modification are tailored to individual needs with 30-minute sessions. Service dog training is a comprehensive, step-by-step program. Online classes are available for Cooperative Care and Shaping. All programs use positive reinforcement and games to build skills.

Pricing Summary

Group classes are $240 for a session (except Peace on a Leash at $350 and online classes at $150). Behavior modification evaluations are $250 (in-home or Zoom), and 30-minute training sessions are $78 each. Pay-as-you-go model available for behavior modification. No upfront package fees required.

Policies

Training sessions are scheduled by appointment Tuesday through Saturday. Sundays and Mondays are closed. Behavior modification sessions are 30 minutes and paid per session with no long-term commitment. Clients may pay as they go. No specific cancellation policy is stated.

R+K9 is a professional dog training business serving dog owners in the Shenandoah Valley, including Winchester, Frederick County, and Stephens City. They offer a range of services including group classes, private lessons, behavior modification, and a proven service dog training program. All training is based on positive reinforcement methods, with no use of negativity or collars. Their instructors, including Connie Moss and Anna Fetter, are certified professionals with extensive experience and ongoing education in dog behavior and training. They provide fun, science-based classes like Walk Wisely, Recall Revolution, and Peace on a Leash, as well as specialized online programs such as Cooperative Care and Shaping. They also offer in-home behavior evaluations and 30-minute training sessions tailored to individual needs. Their approach emphasizes understanding the root causes of behavior issues, building owner-dog communication, and creating joyful, lasting change.

R+K9 supports clients through free field trips to practice skills in real-world environments, weekly progress emails, and flexible pay-as-you-go scheduling. They train dogs of all ages and sizes, from puppies to seniors, and specialize in leash reactivity, recall, obedience, and cooperative care for vet and grooming visits. Their team is committed to evidence-based practices and continuous learning, with certifications from IAABC and training from renowned programs like Michael Shikashio’s Aggression in Dogs Master Course.

Accomplishments

Connie Moss is an IAABC-Accredited Dog Trainer with training from Raising Canine School and completion of Michael Shikashio’s Aggression in Dogs Master Course. She has been professionally training dogs since 2012. Anna Fetter is a CMAC-CT. The team has over 35 years of combined experience and regularly attends continuing education in behavior and training.

How to Get Started!

Begin with an evaluation for behavior modification ($250, in-home or Zoom). For group classes or private lessons, enroll via the online signup links on the website. No free consultation is offered.