Welcome to Valor K9 Academy
A Strong Foundation is Key to Good Training.
Dogs talk, but only to those who listen. Here at Valor K9 Academy, we believe that successful dog training is based on three things: communication, motivation and relationship. We believe strongly in the importance of a good training foundation so we use primarily positive reinforcement to teach basic commands and behaviors. We focus on confidence building, the relationship between owner and dog, structure, rules and meeting the basic needs of each dog. Once dogs have a solid training foundation, we use training collars, such as prong collars and remote collars, as needed, to ensure training is reliable in public and around distractions. Our training always has each dog’s best interest at heart. We use body language, treats, affection and praise to help communicate with the dog and reward good behavior. Ready, set…let’s train!
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Our Company
“Valor” noun val·or \ ˈva-lər \: strength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
Valor K9 Academy is a veteran-owned and operated dog training business. We offer puppy training, basic to advanced off leash obedience and behavior rehabilitation training for aggressive and fearful dogs. We are celebrating five years in business and have six full-time staff members and four part-time staff members. Come train with us at any one of our four locations: Boise ID, Chattanooga TN, Grand Rapids MI and Spokane WA.
Our Logo
The Thin Blue Line used in our logo commemorates fallen officers in the United States and Canada and symbolizes the relationship of the police in the community as the protectors of the citizenry from the criminal element. We honor the police force and thank them for the service in our communities.
Benefits
- Free consultations with trainer
- Veteran-owned and operated
- Unlimited trainer support
- Fully licensed and insured
- Customized training methods
- Private in-your-home training
- Family-friendly
- Small personalized programs
- Competitive rates
Giving Back
Here at Valor K9 Academy, we’re all about giving back to the communities that support us. Since our start in 2014, we’ve donated $37,119 in training to local not-for-profit animal rescue groups, shelters, charitable organizations and military veterans in our communities.
Specialty Training
The training staff at Valor K9 Academy go above and beyond the call of duty. In addition to our standard training services, we also offer service dog training, therapy dog training, Canine Good Citizen, FitPAWS, weight loss, herding and special needs training for deaf and blind dogs.
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Our Service Areas
Now serving the continental United States from our training locations in Spokane WA, Boise ID, Grand Rapids MI and Chattanooga TN