Kevin's K-9 Academy, LLC

Hello! This is Kevin Shaffer, owner of Kevin's K-9 Academy, LLC. I'm a Certified Canine Training Specialist that loves helping dogs and owners speak the same language in efforts to not only live but thrive harmoniously together. Prior to dog training, I was a successful sales representative but over the years I began to seek a more meaningful and fulfilling career. This journey started with me volunteering at a local Humane Society and quickly resulted in the realization that my passion is being an advocate for dogs. I have always been a dog owner (I have 3 rescues myself- Chloe, Bailey and Brady) so a career in dog training was the perfect fit. I am a relationship based balanced trainer/behaviorist and a graduate of the Charlotte, N.C based The Dog Knowledge. My primary goal is to ensure that I set both you and your dog up for success so my approach is always customized to your specific need(s). This will include step-by-step instruction for obedience that will leverage motivating techniques such as food, verbal praise, gentle touch, toys, etc. as well as variable reinforcement and wean methods. Various approaches are also used for problem/unwanted behaviors in efforts to address resource guarding, jumping, bolting out the door, etc. such that your dog and/or a family members remain safe. I remain dedicated to you and your dog only during our time together and I keep you fully informed with daily communication that includes video journals outlining your dog and the techniques they are learning which will serve as a valuable resource for you to maintain consistency for long-term success. Depending on your specific need(s), I offer day camps, board & trains and private lessons. I look forward to the opportunity to help you and your dog speak the same language as nothing is more satisfying to me than hearing back from satisfied clients how their relationship is more fulfilled.