Vigilant K-9 LLC
Service area: Serves Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, East Mountains, Edgewood, and Moriarty, New Mexico, and surrounding areas.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Working
- Herding
- Sporting
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 programs include Basic On-Leash Obedience (6-week course with 3 commands/week), Intermediate Group Obedience (focus on distractions, reactivity, aggression), Advanced Obedience (off-leash, distance commands), Behavior Consulting (for extreme fear, aggression), and Service Dog Training (PTSD, mobility, stability). All programs include owner education and are tailored to individual dog needs. Board-and-train options available for intensive behavior modification.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing is not publicly listed; services include 1-hour sessions, 6-week courses, and intensive board-and-train programs. Free consultation available to discuss goals and pricing options.
Testimonials
“I adopted Phoenix (Doberman pincher) and he was already trained, so Deb had to train me! Deb explains training and techniques in a very simple but thorough way. I have known Deb for about two years now and I still continue to learn. Deb is good at handling reactive dogs. Phoenix and I were attacked by a larger dog and after that Phoenix was dog reactive. Deb has been working with us and we are making progress. Deb can be firm when needed but yet gentle”.
– Client
“Deb is one of the most knowledgeable dog trainers I have met. I tried 2 other trainers before her and both told me my pitbull was not trainable due to he is dog reactive to the extent of being aggressive. Deb tailored my training to fit my dogs needs. Now he is an amazing boy as he learned to pay attention to me and not everything else. Thank you Deb for giving me the ability to enjoy my dog like I wanted too. If you think she is not worth it due to pricing your wasting your money in other places. Her knowledge and ability to handle dogs is incredible. My boy took right to her.”.
– Client
“Deb was our last hope. In 2023 I reached out to Deb AGAIN. Drove my dog from ABQ to Moriarty and within 2 minutes of meeting her Deb knew exactly how to tackle the issue. She broke down her behaviors and within 5 minutes she had my trust. I HIGHLY recommend Deb. Her experience and her love for dogs are both clearly shown through how she treats her own dogs and others dogs. My dog went from not being able to go on walks due to reactivity, leash pulling, and fear to being confident in the middle of a department store. THANK YOU GOD FOR DEB!”.
– Client
About the Trainer
Vigilant K-9 LLC is a dog training business based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, led by Deb Vigil, a certified trainer with over 25 years of experience. Deb offers personalized dog training services ranging from basic obedience to advanced competition and behavior modification, including specialized programs for reactive, aggressive, fearful, or service dogs. She emphasizes a holistic approach where owners learn alongside their dogs, fostering mutual understanding and respect. Deb also provides in-home training, group sessions, and board-and-train programs, and works closely with veterinarians to ensure training aligns with canine health needs. In addition to training, Vigilant K-9 breeds top-line Belgian Malinois for sport, protection, and companion roles, and sells high-quality training equipment like slip prong leashes.
Deb’s methods combine positive reinforcement with structured corrections, tailored to each dog’s temperament and history. She specializes in extreme behavior cases, including human and dog aggression, separation anxiety, and reactivity, and has successfully transformed dogs that other trainers deemed untrainable. Her clients include families, PTSD handlers, and competitive dog owners, and she offers free consultations to assess goals and challenges.
Deb is a decorated competitor with over 100 titles in French Ring, PSA, Schutzhund, Iron Dog, and more, and trains dogs for protection, obedience, agility, and weight pull. She also conducts seminars nationwide and serves as a Deputy DLE in detection work, bringing elite-level expertise to everyday pet owners.
Accomplishments
Deb Vigil has earned over 100 titles in French Ring, PSA, Schutzhund, Iron Dog, APA, UPF, UKC, and Mondio. Her Presa Canario, Anabis de Vigilant, was the first Presa to earn Iron Dog titles at age four and PSA PDC at 2.5 years. Her Malinois, D’Thena, earned multiple titles by age 16 months, including NADF EL, AmSchH BT, and WDA FO & PD1. Deb is a Deputy DLE in detection work and teaches seminars nationwide.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a free consultation to discuss behavioral concerns, goals, and training options. After the consultation, clients schedule sessions based on their needs—private, group, in-home, or board-and-train programs.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog breeder
- Pet supply store
Location
20 Sierra Vista Rd, Moriarty, NM 87035Listing Tools for Trainers
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