Shepherd’s K-9 Obedience

Training consists of weekly 30–45 minute group sessions over six weeks, focusing on basic leash obedience and socialization. Methods use compulsion-based techniques with prong collars to provide corrections understood by the dog. Owners are trained to use equipment safely. Boarding and grooming services are offered alongside training.

Pricing Summary

Group training classes run for 6 weeks with weekly 30–45 minute sessions. Kenneling rates are $17 per night for standard and $22 for luxury; an additional $30 fee applies for an exit bath. No pricing details are listed for training packages. Multiple pet and extended stay rates available upon request.

Policies

Additional charges apply only for exit baths ($30). Rates for multiple pets and extended stays require a phone call for details. Rescheduling is noted as flexible based on customer testimonials, but no formal policy is stated on the website.

Shepherd’s K-9 Obedience is a family-owned dog training and boarding facility located in Piketon, Ohio, offering basic obedience training and kenneling services. They provide group training classes held once per week for 6 weeks, each lasting 30–45 minutes, focused on leash commands and canine socialization for outdoor exposure. Training uses compulsion-based methods similar to police and military techniques, including the use of pronged collars, which owners are trained to use safely. In addition to training, they offer professional pet grooming, boarding, and kenneling services with daily cleaning using animal-safe products. The owner lives on-site and provides personalized care for dogs in their facility. They require up-to-date rabies, distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations for grooming and boarding services.

Their services are designed for dog owners seeking improved control and behavior management through structured, hands-on training. They emphasize owner education and practical application, helping families achieve better obedience and socialization outcomes for their dogs.

The business also provides a shop for pet supplies and offers luxury and standard kennel rates with an optional $30 exit bath fee.

They serve clients in Piketon, Ohio, and surrounding areas.

Customer testimonials highlight Steve Shepherd’s patience, flexibility, and effectiveness in transforming even “untrainable” dogs into well-behaved companions.

Accomplishments

Business has been providing services since 2023. Owner lives on-site and is directly involved in daily operations. Multiple customer testimonials highlight successful transformations of difficult dogs, including German Shepherds previously deemed untrainable.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to call to reserve a spot in training or boarding. A tour of the facility is offered at the customer’s convenience. No formal online booking or evaluation process is described.