Swamp Dogs K9 Academy

Swamp Dogs offers structured group training classes including a 3-session puppy swim class and a 2-hour Fetch-it class for experienced dogs. They also provide ongoing open dock sessions three times per week for experienced handlers and dogs. Private lessons and pool rentals are available by appointment. All new clients must complete an introductory lesson before accessing open dock or private rentals. Obedience training is offered as a 6-week group class requiring prior private obedience lesson completion.

Pricing Summary

Introductory private lesson: $45 for 30 minutes or $75 for 60 minutes. Private pool rentals: $30 for 30 minutes or $60 for 60 minutes. Open dock access: $20 per day or $500 for the season. Puppy swim class: $75 for three sessions. Group obedience class: $150 for six weeks. Event registration: $25 for Splash, $30 for all games, with $5 discount for pre-registration.

Policies

All new clients must complete an introductory lesson before accessing open dock or private pool time. Open dock hours are limited to Wed, Fri, and Sun. The facility is closed on Thursdays for cleaning. Event registration closes 24 hours before the event. Hours may vary due to events or private lessons. No cancellation or rescheduling policy is explicitly stated.

Swamp Dogs K9 Academy is a dog training facility located in Walbridge, OH, focused on teaching dogs to swim and participate in dock diving activities in a safe, clean environment. They offer group training classes such as “Learn to Swim Puppy Class” for puppies 12 weeks to 5 months old, and “Beginner Fetch-it Class” for dogs with prior dock diving experience. Families are encouraged to swim with their dogs to build bonding and provide exercise. The facility features a state-of-the-art filtration system, daily water testing, and gated docks for safety. They also offer private lessons, private pool rentals, and open dock sessions three times a week for experienced dogs. Military and police K9s swim for free in honor of “Bernie” F-145. While dock diving is their specialty, they welcome all dog owners interested in water-based activities and enrichment.

They host events like Splash and Fetch-it competitions and provide event registration for dog owners interested in competitive dock diving. Training is conducted at their private facility, and all new clients must complete an introductory lesson before accessing open dock or private pool time.

Swamp Dogs emphasizes a family-friendly atmosphere and is open to dogs of all sizes and breeds that are comfortable in water. They do not offer in-home, boarding, grooming, or behavior modification services outside of water-based training.

Their training approach is centered on safe, positive introduction to swimming and dock diving, with small class sizes (max 5 dogs) to ensure individual attention.

Accomplishments

Founders have competed in Ultimate Air Dog events at Anderson’s and the NWO Rib Off. The facility was established after years of advocacy for a clean, local dock diving space. They host official dock diving events and offer free swimming for military and police K9s in honor of “Bernie” F-145.

How to Get Started!

New clients must complete an introductory lesson prior to scheduling private dock time or participating in open dock sessions. The introductory lesson can be booked via the appointment link. Group classes require registration through the event registration form.