First Class K9 Academy

Words cannot express how happy I am with Johnathan’s training. My dog Tina completed the three-week board and train program, and she truly came back a different dog. Tina has always been very high-energy and anxious, but Johnathan managed to help her find calm and balance. When she returned home, she was noticeably more relaxed, focused, and obedient. It’s clear how much care, patience, and knowledge Johnathan puts into his work. I’m incredibly grateful for the transformation I’ve seen in Tina and would highly recommend his training to anyone looking to help their dog feel more confident and at peace.

I cannot say enough great things about Jonathan and the incredible work he has done with my dog, Jada — and with me as an owner. Jada is an 18-month-old German Shepherd who became reactive to other dogs shortly after I brought her home at five months old. I tried working with her on my own, but eventually I found myself avoiding places where dogs might be present because I didn’t know how to handle her reactivity and didn’t want to cause a scene. I dreamed of having a dog I could confidently take to events, and my ultimate goal is for Jada to become a certified therapy dog. I knew I couldn’t get there on my own, so I reached out to Jonathan — and that decision changed everything. Jada attended training with Jonathan every Monday, and at the end of each day he took the time to thoroughly explain what she had learned so I could continue reinforcing it throughout the week. The transformation has been nothing short of amazing. Not only has Jada made incredible progress, but I have learned so much as well. Jada is truly a different dog now, and I couldn’t be happier. I can confidently take her on trail walks and to events without worrying about reactivity. Jonathan helped turn Jada into the dog I always hoped she would be from the day I brought her home. You absolutely can’t go wrong with Jonathan — he is the real deal!

John is amazing and trained my pitbull Nitro. Nitro was a rescue puppy at 3 months from Tennessee and I'm a first time pitbull owner. I was nervous because of the stereotype so I definitely wanted him in training since I have a 12 year old daughter at the time. John made us feel very comfortable and Nitro took to him day one. Nitro knows how to sit, come,lay and heel on command. He has his moments he needs to be reminded but thats because I spoiled him and don't work with him everyday. I trusted John so much with Nitro he has been our dog boarding place when I go out of town. I kinda like it because I know he works with him consistently those days he is there as well. He gets 5 plus plus stars from Nitro and I. This pic I posted is Nitro looking at John he is all smiles.