Summit K9

Summit K9 offers structured training programs starting with a Behavior Consultation for new private clients. Group classes include Puppy Head Start, Puppy Socialization, Bombproof Base Training Levels I and II, Summit Skills Club (maintenance), Controlled Chaos, Pack Walks, and Scent Detection. Board and Train is a 3-week intensive program with follow-up sessions. All programs emphasize real-world application, communication, and owner education. Classes are designed for progressive skill-building, with options for ongoing maintenance and advanced sports training.

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $199.99 to $299.99 for 4–6 sessions. A la carte classes like Controlled Chaos are $34.99 and Scent Detection is $44.99. Puppy Head Start is $249.99 for 6 classes. Private training begins with a behavior consultation, and board and train programs are offered as intensive 3-week packages with follow-ups. Pricing is customized based on individual needs, with options for various budgets.

Policies

Appointments are required—no walk-ins are permitted. Vaccination requirements are strictly enforced for all group classes and daycare. Dogs must have current distemper-parvo, bordetella, and rabies vaccines. Clients must disclose any problem behaviors before enrolling in scent detection or other classes. Refunds or cancellations are not detailed, but clients are encouraged to contact staff for questions.

Summit K9 is a premier dog training company based in Rochester, NY, offering a comprehensive range of services to help dog owners build strong, communicative relationships with their pets. They specialize in personalized training programs that include private lessons, group classes, enrichment daycare, board and train, and scent detection. Their approach is tailored to each dog’s needs, lifestyle, and owner’s comfort level, using balanced training methods that may include positive reinforcement, corrections, and tools like prong collars or e-collars when appropriate. They emphasize real-world skill-building through programs like Pack Walks, Controlled Chaos, and Mastering the Leash, helping dogs thrive in public spaces and during outdoor activities. Their enrichment daycare provides structured play and training for dogs while owners are at work, with daily reports provided. Summit K9 also offers specialized support for reactive, shy, or high-energy dogs, and their community-focused classes foster ongoing progress and peer support.

They are known for their nonjudgmental, educational approach—helping owners understand why tools and techniques work, empowering them to continue training at home. Their team includes experienced trainers like Devon and Marcus, who are deeply involved in each dog’s progress. Summit K9’s programs are designed to prevent problems before they start and to build lifelong skills through foundational communication, not just commands.

Additional services include scent detection for fun and sport, brewery manners classes, and specialized workshops like bite work and cani-cross. All training is conducted at their facility, and they require appointments only—no walk-ins are permitted.

Accomplishments

Summit K9 is recognized as Rochester’s leading dog training company, with a strong reputation for helping dogs with challenging behaviors, including reactivity and high energy. Their trainers are praised for their personalized, compassionate approach and for offering unique workshops such as scent detection, bite work, and cani-cross. They have cultivated a loyal community of clients who report significant behavioral improvements and stronger dog-owner bonds.

How to Get Started!

New clients begin with a pre-training Behavior Consultation to assess the dog’s needs, owner goals, schedule, and budget. This consultation helps determine the ideal program—whether private training, group class, daycare, or board and train. Registration is done online, and all programs require advance booking.