Wolf Song Acres K9 Academy

Private training is customized for individual needs, including behavior modification and in-home sessions. Group classes are 6-week courses held weekly at the facility, with three levels: Basic Obedience Level 1, Level 2, and Advanced Obedience, limited to 4 dog/handler teams per class. Board and train is an intensive program where dogs stay with the trainer. Service dog training includes task-specific and public access training. Trick dog and competition training are offered as specialized programs.

Pricing Summary

Private sessions: $40/hour for one dog, $30/dog for a 1.5-hour session with two dogs. Travel fee: $15 per 30 minutes if trainer travels to client. Group classes: $150 for a 6-week course (1 hour/week). Board and train and service dog training pricing not listed publicly.

Policies

Private and group sessions require 24-hour cancellation notice to avoid a fee equal to the session rate. Missed group classes may be made up once per course. Dogs showing aggression may be asked to leave for safety, with prorated refunds provided. Group classes require proof of vaccinations and deworming. Retractable leashes are prohibited; only plain 4–6 ft leashes are allowed.

Wolf Song Acres K9 Academy is a dog training business owned and operated by Monica, a certified trainer with over a decade of experience specializing in positive reinforcement methods. They offer private one-on-one training, group classes, and board-and-train programs tailored to dogs of all ages and needs—from basic obedience and puppy training to advanced competition, service dog preparation, and behavior modification for issues like reactivity, separation anxiety, and resource guarding. Monica is an AKC-certified Canine Good Citizen and Temperament Test evaluator, and holds certifications from CCPDT as a Trick Dog Instructor and FIT Dog Evaluator. She is also a member of the International Association of Professional Dog Trainers (IAPDT). Training takes place at her facility in Collinwood, Tennessee, with in-home sessions available for private clients. Monica’s personal experience with a diverse animal household, including five dogs and multiple other animals, informs her compassionate, individualized approach to training. She emphasizes building strong bonds between dogs and their owners through patience, respect, and science-based techniques.

In addition to training, Wolf Song Acres offers AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluations and temperament testing for adopters. They also provide trick dog training and competition-level obedience and rally training. All training uses treats, toys, and positive reinforcement; no aversive tools are mentioned. Clients are required to bring their own treats and use plain leashes (4–6 ft), and dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations for group classes.

Accomplishments

Monica is an AKC-certified Canine Good Citizen and Temperament Test evaluator. She holds CCPDT certifications as a Trick Dog Instructor and FIT Dog Evaluator. She is a member of IAPDT and has over 10 years of professional training experience. She also trains horses and participates in horse shows, reflecting her deep commitment to animal behavior and training.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact Wolf Song Acres via phone or email to schedule a consultation. Private training can be booked directly, and group classes require advance registration. Service dog and board-and-train inquiries are handled individually through direct contact.