Wagner K9 School

Wagner K9 School offers Board and Train programs of 2, 3, or 4 weeks, and Private Lessons. The 4-week Board and Train is a comprehensive “Boot Camp” with a structured daily schedule, over 100 sessions, and handler coaching, including the Wagner K9 Training Manual. The 3-week program establishes an obedience foundation with a structured plan based on the dog’s needs, also including the manual. The 2-week program focuses on crucial behavioral areas and provides tools for owners, with the manual included.

Private Lessons consist of seven 2-hour one-on-one sessions, building upon previous exercises, suitable for owners who prefer learning at their own pace. All Board and Train programs offer unlimited onsite dog handling instruction and access to boarding for the life of the dog (service fees apply).

The training philosophy emphasizes building a strong dog-handler relationship through foundational obedience commands like Heel, Sit, Sit-Stay, Down, Down-Stay, Come, and Place. They address character-building issues such as digging, chewing, barking, jumping, fighting, and aggressive behavior. Training involves rewards like verbal praise, food, and play, and aims to develop the dog’s attentiveness, confidence, and focus, while equipping owners with control and peace of mind. Training support is available for the life of the dog.

Pricing Summary

Pricing varies based on specific training options, with a goal to keep costs reasonable, especially for those on a tight budget. An in-person consultation and free demonstration are recommended to discuss options. Additional fees may apply for unique services. Payment methods accepted include Cash, Check, Credit/Debit, and Digital Wallet.

Wagner K9 School is a family-owned dog training business founded in 1975 by Billy and Susie Wagner, now a multi-generational team led by their son Charles. The school is celebrating its 50th Anniversary and has trained over 4,500 dogs. Their mission is to help families achieve the best relationship with their dogs.

They provide top-notch dog training services, focusing on transforming lives through obedience. Their training blends Disney-inspired techniques with foundational methods used for guide and police dogs, creating a magical connection between pet and owner. They establish a strong foundation with commands like Heel, Sit, Sit-Stay, Down, Down-Stay, Come, Place, and “break / free.”

Wagner K9 School addresses common behavioral issues such as digging, chewing, barking, lack of confidence, jumping, fighting, and aggressive behavior towards humans or other animals. They are particularly known for rehabilitating aggressive and dominant dogs, with over 98% of perceived dangerous dogs living full, happy lives after their 4-week training program. They work with dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds, including those often discriminated against.

The school emphasizes teaching all family members handling skills to ensure a perfect dog/handler relationship. They use various rewards like verbal praise, food, and play. Their training is intentional and purposeful, aiming to develop the dog’s attentiveness, confidence, focus, and security while building the owner’s effectiveness, control, and peace of mind. They offer lifelong support, including unlimited onsite handling instruction for board and train programs and access to boarding for the life of your dog (service fees apply).

Accomplishments

Wagner K9 School was founded in 1975 and is celebrating its 50th Anniversary. They have obedience trained over 4,500 dogs. The business is multi-generational, with founders Billy and Susie Wagner, and their sons Billy Jr. and Charles, who have over 40 years of combined training and dog/handler experience. Morressa is a Master Trainer with over 20 years of behavioral and training experience. They are particularly known for their ability to rehabilitate aggressive and dominant dogs, with over 98% of such dogs living full, happy lives with their families after their 4-week training program.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients are encouraged to call to schedule a free demonstration. This allows them to meet the trainers, see their methods, and have any K9 questions answered. An in-person consultation is recommended to learn about the school and explore available training options. Clients can also complete a contact form with their phone number for a return call.