The Complete K-9
not yet ranked in Pittstown and not yet ranked in New Jersey
Service area: Hunterdon County, NJ, specifically Pittstown, NJ
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
Types of Dogs
- Herding
- Terriers
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Other
Equipment:
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
The Complete K-9 offers dog agility training through group classes. Classes are structured as 6-week sessions, each lasting one hour and fifteen minutes, and are limited to six teams. Training covers agility foundation and progresses into agility coursework, suitable for dogs from puppy to adult. The trainer can adapt to the needs of each team.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Classes are structured as 6-week sessions, with each session costing $180. Each class is one hour and fifteen minutes long and is limited to six teams. Drop-ins are welcome if a class is not full.
Policies
Private lessons require cancellation at least 24 hours before the scheduled lesson, otherwise the client is responsible for the cost of the lesson.
Testimonials
“Sherrie is a knowledgable and seasoned teacher. She has experience from years of teaching and competing in the sport, but also has worked to stay up to speed with current agility trends. She has a keen eye for detail and is very methodical in her approaches to teaching and learning. Sherrie is also very kind and compassionate with regards to both her dog and human students, always keeping a value on partnership at the core of her teachings.”
– Mary Ellen Barry, Kinetic Dog
“Sherrie Wilkes has a lot to offer at her facility, The Complete K-9. Sherrie has been involved in agility for many years and was a top competitor in both USDAA and AKC, winning the coveted Dog Agility Masters Team Championship in Scottsdale, AZ and also placing in the Top 10 at AKC World Team Tryouts. Sherrie has been training with me since she returned to the area over 15 years ago. She keeps up her knowledge by attending seminars, training with top instructors and by hosting events at her location in Pittstown, NJ. When she works with me, she takes diligent notes and always makes sure she understands the concepts thoroughly. In addition to being a knowledgeable instructor, Sherrie is FUN! She is a hoot to be around and makes sure that learning is fun. She has themed classes that her students really enjoy attending. In today’s agility world, students have a lot of choices about where to train. I wouldn’t hesitate to train with Sherrie!”
– Jen Pinder, FiredUpK9 Dog Training
“When it comes to great dog training I would go to Sherrie Wilkes and The Complete K-9. Whether it is the basics (or not so basic) or home dog training or agility foundation, I would check her out. Sherrie is great with masters, advanced and beginner dog trainers/handlers. She knows how to break down the information into understandable parts and then teach you to teach your dog! As the name says, Sherrie offers complete training from puppy to adult. She continues the training from short sequences both with and without contacts and after that she works into the agility coursework. Upward and onward from there!! Start and continue your dog’s journey with The Complete K-9!!!!!”
– Jen Pinder, FiredUpK9 Dog Training
About the Trainer
The Complete K-9 offers dog agility training in Hunterdon County, NJ. Sherrie Wilkes, the trainer, has over 20 years of experience in agility, having trained with top members of the sport and being proficient in various handling methods including One Mind Dog principles, Linda Mecklenberg, and Greg Derrett.
The business provides group classes for dogs from puppy to adult, focusing on agility foundation and coursework. Sherrie prides herself on her ability to work with many varied breeds in agility and creating a consistent and fun training atmosphere. Facility rentals are also available.
Sherrie has a strong record of success in competition, having competed in USDAA and AKC, earning multiple championships (4 ADCHs and 7 MACHs) with her Australian Shepherds and Border Collies. Her DAM team became National Champions, and she has been a finalist in AKC Nationals and participated in AKC World Team tryouts, finishing 4th and 7th overall.
Accomplishments
Sherrie Wilkes has over 20 years of experience in agility training. She has trained with notable figures in the sport including Jen Pinder, Mary Ellen Barry, Perry DeWitt, Jessica Ajoux, Soshana Dos, Patty and Stuart Mah. She is proficient in One Mind Dog principles and well-versed in other handling methods like Linda Mecklenberg and Greg Derrett.
In competition, Sherrie has achieved significant success, earning 4 ADCHs and 7 MACHs with her Australian Shepherds and Border Collies in USDAA and AKC. Her DAM team became National Champions, and she has been a finalist in AKC Nationals. She has also participated in AKC World Team tryouts multiple times, achieving 4th and 7th overall finishes. Her past dogs, Kix, Maci, Madison, and Murphy, also achieved numerous national and championship titles in agility, including USDAA Hall of Fame induction for Maci and appearances on Animal Planet and ESPN.
How to Get Started!
To get started, interested individuals should use the contact us form to email Sherrie with their interest in classes. Sherrie can be contacted for more information on which class would best suit a dog and owner team.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Evening
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking