Tri-State K9 University

4.7 Stars,101 Reviews

2100 Maxwell Ave, Evansville, IN 47711

Service area: Serves Evansville, Indiana and surrounding areas within 60 miles; travel fees apply beyond 30 miles.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

Family Dog
Therapy Dog
Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

Basic Obedience
Puppy Training
Leash Pulling
Reactivity / Aggression
Jumping on People
Barking Excessively
Separation Anxiety
Potty Training
Fearfulness
Recall

Training Formats Offered

Private Lessons
Group Classes
In-Home
Private Facility
Video Calls

Program Formats

Sessions Package
Ongoing Weekly
Intensive Program

Types of Dogs

Small
Medium
Large
Giant
Herding
Sporting
Working
Hounds
Terriers
Doodles
Brachycephalic

Age of Dogs Trained

Puppy (<1 year)
Adolescent (1-2 years)
Adult (2-8 years)
Senior (8+ years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods:

✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
✓ Positive with Some Corrections
✓ Balanced Training

Equipment:

✓ Clickers
✓ Food Rewards
✓ Harnesses
✓ Flat Collars
✓ Martingale Collars
✓ Pinch Collars
✓ E-Collars
✓ Obstacle Courses

Training is structured in four progressive group levels: Freshman K9 (basic obedience), Sophomore K9 (semi-advanced), Junior K9 (advanced), and Senior K9 (AKC CGC prep). Each level is a 5-week course with weekly 1-hour sessions. Private lessons are available in 30, 60, or 90-minute formats, with the first session required to be 90 minutes for new students. Specialty programs include K9 Healthy Habits (nutrition), New Parents & Their K9s, Pups Playroom (socialization), and AKC FIT DOG levels. Therapy dog certification is offered through the K9 Angels program. All programs emphasize owner education and behavior modification.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $175 for a 5-week course. Private lessons range from $45 (30 min) to $125 (90 min), with discounts for current/former students. In-home visits are $175 plus $25–$50 travel fee based on distance. Specialty classes like Dog Food 1on1 and New Parents & Their K9s are $75. Private 5-week courses are $275. Retakes of group classes are 50% off. No refunds for any sessions; reschedules for individual lessons and specialty classes cost $30.

Policies

No refunds for any sessions or classes. One free make-up session is offered for missed group class sessions; additional make-ups cost $30. Rescheduling individual lessons or specialty classes incurs a $30 fee. In-home visits require prior enrollment in a group or private course. All students must bring a copy of their dog’s rabies certificate if applicable.

Testimonials

Words cannot express how much we appreciate this class and all that we have learned. We started out with both Corgi puppies in Freshman. Both passed and we are a week away from Sophmores final class with one pup. Bobbi Jo is very kind, patient and honest with you about ways to help yourself and your dogs be the best and safest version of themselves. You can see the passion and effort she puts into each class and each animal. This is not a hand your dog over and someone else teach, you will be asked to put in the work but you are given all the tools and guidance to succeed. She will provide you with incredible knowledge to understand your dog and their behavior. She also has helped us with alternative ways to help train and correct certain behaviors such as different types of commands that may be better suited to our boys personality and struggles. There is a whole shop with all natural food and treats for your babies as well as so many training tools. While recommendations may be made, in no way will it be forced on you. I am very grateful we have found this school and our boys and ourselves are better from it. If you are looking for help or guidance for your dogs, please start here and come into class with an open mind that is ready to learn.
– Customer

Bobbi-Jo is very knowledgeable about dog nutrition, behavior, & training. The school is a great learning & bonding experience. I love the ease of buying Freyja’s food there at her shop; & the playroom is fun!
– Customer

I signed up for a 90 minute private session (first time my pup has done anything like this). I was slightly skeptical at first of to the reviews stating they just want to sell you accessories (leads, shock collars, etc), she did mention it slightly of different options depending on your pup, but did not push me on buying anything, just recommended decent, American made products based on experience. She thought me a little into the meaning of what my dog is doing and why, she showed me better ways to handle him and how I should act (depending on what I’m trying to have him do). Taught me correct techniques based on her experience based on how my dog acted. I was very impressed!! Just 30 minutes into it he was calm, happy, and listening. He came in very anxious and overexcited. She gave me a goal to hit before bringing him back versus just telling me he needs more classes!! I will be back for the freshman courses after we hit that goal. Bobbi’s a magician. I cannot recommend this place enough and will be telling anyone who asks that this is the place to go!!
– Customer

About the Trainer

Tri-State K9 University is a dog training business located in Evansville, Indiana, led by trainer Bobbi Jo. They offer structured group classes (Freshman to Senior K9 levels), private lessons (90, 60, and 30-minute options), in-home visits, and specialty courses focused on behavior modification, puppy socialization, obedience, and therapy dog preparation. Their approach emphasizes teaching owners how to become calm, confident pack leaders through dog psychology and consistent training techniques. They provide a retail store with natural dog food, treats, and training tools, and feature a dedicated Pups Playroom for supervised socialization. All training is hands-on with the owner actively participating, not handing the dog over to the trainer. They require prior enrollment in group or private lessons before scheduling in-home visits or certain specialty classes.

Their programs are designed to progress from basic obedience to advanced skills like off-leash control, AKC CGC prep, and therapy dog certification. They also offer specialized sessions for new parents preparing for a child, dog nutrition consultations, confidence building for reactive dogs, and K9 Kids training where children learn to train their dogs. All training is conducted by Bobbi Jo, who is the primary and only trainer mentioned.

The business is located within a shared complex with Evansville Games at 2100 Maxwell Ave, Evansville, IN 47711, and offers both in-person and virtual training options for individual lessons.

They do not provide boarding, grooming, walking, daycare, or breeding services.

All training is conducted in a facility setting or in-home (with travel fees), and group classes are held exclusively on-site.

They do not offer board-and-train or day-training programs.

Accomplishments

Offers AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine Good Citizen test preparation and administration. Provides therapy dog certification through the K9 Angels program. Trains dogs for obedience, behavior modification, and public manners with documented success as reflected in customer testimonials.

How to Get Started!

New clients must begin with a 90-minute private lesson before enrolling in group classes or scheduling in-home visits. Group classes are open to all breeds and ages, but dogs exhibiting aggression or reactivity must complete an individual lesson first. Enrollment is done online via the website’s scheduling links.

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Languages

English

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Pet supply store

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