Valor K9 Academy

Valor K9 Academy offers tailored programs including Puppy Training (socialization, crate/potty training, basic obedience), Family Dog Obedience (leash walking, recall, manners), and Service Dog Training (foundation, public access, task training). Programs are delivered via private lessons, in-home boarding, and board-and-train options. Online courses are available for those outside the local area. All programs emphasize structure, communication, and real-life application.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; clients are encouraged to book a consultation to discuss program options and costs.

Valor K9 Academy is a veteran-owned dog training business founded in 2014 in Boise, Idaho, offering balanced, results-driven training for puppies, family dogs, and service dogs. They provide private lessons, in-home boarding, and board-and-train programs tailored to all breeds, ages, and lifestyles. Their training philosophy combines positive reinforcement for young puppies with structured, balanced methods for older dogs, using tools like prong collars and e-collars only when appropriate and with skill. They emphasize real-world obedience, calm behavior, and strong owner-dog relationships. The business also offers online training courses and a published puppy training book by founder Amy Pishner. They donate over $62,500 annually to veterans, rescues, and first responders, and their trainers are rigorously selected and mentored to uphold high standards.

They serve the Treasure Valley region including Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Star, Middleton, Garden City, Horseshoe Bend, McCall, Cascade, and Sun Valley, with both in-person and virtual options available. Their team includes Amy Pishner, a former Air Force veteran and certified trainer with over a decade of experience, and Justin Pishner, a former SERE Specialist who co-leads operations and curriculum development.

They offer specialized programs for puppy development, obedience, behavior modification, and service dog training, with a focus on lasting results over quick fixes. Their methods are not “positive-only,” but balanced, humane, and grounded in communication, structure, and motivation.

Accomplishments

Amy Pishner, founder and head trainer, is a former Air Force veteran with triple certifications and over a decade of experience. She authored “The Puppy Head Start,” published by Post Hill Press and distributed by Simon & Schuster. She is a monthly guest speaker on WGOW FM Radio. Justin Pishner is a former SERE Specialist with 15+ years of elite military training experience. The business has trained thousands of dogs and donated over $62,500 to local communities since 2014.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with booking a consultation to assess the dog’s needs and select the appropriate training program—private lessons, board-and-train, or online course.