K9 Advisors Frequently Asked Questions

The right program depends on your dog’s age, behavior, goals, and your lifestyle. We offer puppy training, obedience training, behavior modification, Board & Train, and Service Dog Training — all customized for your dog’s individual needs.

Most dogs benefit from one of our structured programs: 5-week, 8-week, or 14-week training. Each dog progresses at a different pace, and we will recommend the best program during your consultation.

Yes. We specialize in behavior modification for dogs with aggression, reactivity, fear, anxiety, or challenging behaviors. Each case is handled with safety, experience, and a customized plan.

Your dog lives in our home as part of our family and pack. They receive daily professional training, real-life socialization, structure, and weekly video updates. The program also includes private lessons when your dog returns home so you can maintain the results.

Absolutely. You can reach out anytime, and you will receive weekly updates and training videos showing your dog’s progress.

Yes. We provide in-home dog training throughout South Florida, including Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach. We also train on-location at parks, stores, neighborhoods, and anywhere your dog needs practice.

Training can begin as early as 8 weeks old. Our puppy programs focus on obedience, socialization, manners, and potty training using our proven housebreaking system.

We use a proven, step-by-step potty-training system that has helped thousands of puppies and dogs of all breeds. It starts with 10 consecutive accident-free days, supported by our Potty Training & Housebreaking Learning Coloring Book.

We use a balanced training approach that may include slip leads, long lines, crates, place beds, remote training collars and other tools — always chosen based on your dog’s specific needs, temperament, and safety.

Must clients see results after the first lesson, with stronger, more consistent results building each week.

Yes. We train Service Dogs for task-based support, public access readiness, and disability-mitigating skills.

Yes. We urge clients to send videos between sessions for feedback, corrections, and guidance. This ensures faster progress and proper technique at home.

We require 48-hour notice to reschedule or cancel a lesson. Late cancellations or no-shows are charged in full.

Absolutely. With over 30 years of professional experience, our training focuses on trust, clarity, structure, communication, and confidence building—never fear or intimidation.

No. Our protection training is designed to enhance obedience, confidence, clarity, and stability. A properly trained protection dog is calm, clear-headed, and only responds when necessary. They do not become aggressive — they become more controlled, reliable, and predictable.

Yes. Family protection dogs are trained to be affectionate, obedient, and safe around children and guests while still providing real security. They understand the difference between everyday life and true threats.

No. Not all breeds have the temperament or drive required. During evaluation, we assess your dog’s suitability. Common breeds include German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, Dobermans, Rottweilers, and certain working-line mixes.