FirstBark9 Line K9 Academy is great. They transformed our newly adopted highly energetic Aussie pup into the friendliest dog in the world. Transformational! Still energetic but, completely manageable! Mark and Ronni Know what they are doing!
9 Line K9 Academy
Phoenix, Arizona
About 9 Line K9 Academy
9 Line K9 Academy is a boutique dog training and boarding facility in North Phoenix, offering board & train programs, private lessons, and structured group classes. We focus on obedience, confidence, manners, impulse control and clear communication while caring for a small number of dogs at a time to ensure individualized attention. Our approach is calm, ethical and relationship-based, supporting both dogs and their owners through education, structure, and trust. We are veteran owned and operated.
Training & services
Training goals
- Leash training
Program details
Training, in Phoenix and the surrounding areas, that teaches your dog to walk calmly and politely on leash without pulling, creating safer and more enjoyable walks.
Professional dog training serving Phoenix and surrounding areas focused on polite leash behavior, calm walking, and better control.
- Obedience training
Program details
Structured dog obedience classes in Phoenix and surrounding areas, focused on reliability, focus, and clear communication for real-world situations.
Structured dog obedience lessons serving Phoenix and surrounding areas, focused on reliability, focus, and clear communication for real-world situations.
Professional obedience training serving Phoenix and surrounding areas, focused on reliability, structure, and clear communication for everyday life.
- Recall training
Program details
Reliable recall training, in Phoenix and the surrounding areas, that builds responsiveness and trust, helping your dog return promptly when called in real-world situations.
Behavior support
- Fear and confidence
Program details
Thoughtful training for dogs in that need help overcoming fear, anxiety, or uncertainty, using structure, clarity, and positive guidance in Phoenix and the surrounding areas.
- Jumping up
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
Our signature board and train program in Phoenix and the surrounding areas provides immersive obedience, structure, manners, impulse control and confidence training while your dog stays with us in a calm, limited-capacity environment.
- Group classes
Program details
Structured group classes in Phoenix and the surrounding areas that reinforce obedience, focus, and handler skills in a supportive, distraction-based environment. These are only available after completion of a Board and Train Program.
Structured group dog training classes serving Phoenix and surrounding areas, focused on obedience, focus, and reliable behavior around real-world distractions.
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Beginner training
Program details
Foundational dog training serving Phoenix and surrounding areas, focused on basic obedience, manners, and clear communication for everyday life.
Additional services
- Boarding
Program details
Boutique dog boarding in Phoenix and surrounding areas, providing structured care, calm routines, and individualized attention in a limited-capacity environment.
Safe, supervised overnight dog boarding in Phoenix and surrounding areas, designed for comfort, routine, and peace of mind.
Small-scale dog boarding in Phoenix and surrounding areas with fewer dogs, allowing for higher standards of care and personal attention.
Other listed services
View 4 additional details
- Individual 1:1 training
Program details
One-on-one coaching in the Phoenix and surrounding areas, tailored to your dog and your lifestyle, focused on clear communication, obedience, and real-world reliability at home and in public.
- Dog Training Trainer
Program details
Professional dog training services serving Phoenix and surrounding areas, focused on obedience, structure, and clear communication.
- Pulls on Leash
Program details
Targeted dog training serving Phoenix and surrounding areas to reduce leash pulling and create calmer, more controlled walks.
- Jumps on people
Program details
Targeted dog training serving Phoenix and surrounding areas to reduce jumping on people and promote calm, polite greetings.
Confirm current programs and availability directly.
Customer reviews
Google listing4.6
38 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Caring staff 4
- Group classes 4
- Kennel 4
- Leash walking 4
- Clean facility 3
- Cleanliness 3
All 10 topics
- Board and train 2
- Foundation training 2
- Life savers 2
- Private lessons 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
We have boarded our dogs twice and will do it again when we leave town next. Mark takes such good care of them. This makes it easier to leave them knowing they will be well cared for.
Owners are super nice! I boarded both my dogs with them while I was away. We originally had them in separate kennels. The owners realized one of my dogs seemed upset being separated from my other dog so they put them together and it fixed everything! I was able to see the kennel …Read full reviewClose full review
Owners are super nice! I boarded both my dogs with them while I was away. We originally had them in separate kennels. The owners realized one of my dogs seemed upset being separated from my other dog so they put them together and it fixed everything! I was able to see the kennel space which was spotless clean. The dogs have access to both inside with air conditioning and outside. I have not used them for training, but know other people that have and have had fabulous results. The owners are very caring and accommodating.
So happy I found this place! I was very hesitant looking for a place to board my 2 dogs. I love feeling that my dogs are not looked over and are being taken care of. I am definitely using them again!
Mark and Ronni took wonderful care of our Luna well we were away for 5 days. We originally dropped her off at another boarding location, after dropping her off we turned around and picked her up as the state of the facility was awful. Frantically looking for somewhere as we were …Read full reviewClose full review
Mark and Ronni took wonderful care of our Luna well we were away for 5 days. We originally dropped her off at another boarding location, after dropping her off we turned around and picked her up as the state of the facility was awful. Frantically looking for somewhere as we were leaving that evening for a trip we stumbled across Mark and Ronni. They were exceptionally well priced for the 5 day stay with them. The facility was in top tier cleanliness, she had her own kennel along side the others and could not see the other dogs which we liked. Our girl Luna was very stressed as it was her first time in such a situation. We were also stressed as it was out first time having to board her somewhere. Mark and Ronni put our minds at ease the moment we arrived to drop her off. They showed great compassion for our baby and have a genuine care for every animal that walks through their doors. We will definitely be using them again
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