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Front Range K9 Academy

Wheat Ridge, Colorado

5/5· 182 Google reviews

About Front Range K9 Academy

Put 35 years of professional dog training experience to work for you and your dog. We're the local trainers who can get your dog to LISTEN to you! If you're tired of the barking, lunging, leash pulling, jumping, food stealing, destruction, potty training issues, and more - contact us today. Isn't your turn to have a great dog? What do you want your dog to STOP doing? (We can help with that.) What do you want your dog to START doing? (We can help with that, too.) How is your dog's behavior affecting your everyday life? (Yes, we can help with that.) What's the worst thing that could happen if you don't make a change? (And we can definitely help with that!) We can help with ALL of that!

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Canine Good Citizen preparation
  • Crate training
  • House training
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
  • Recall training Customer-reported
  • Socialization

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
  • Barking
  • Reactivity training

How training happens

  • Group classes
  • Online or virtual training
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies
  • Senior dogs

Training level

  • Advanced training Customer-reported
  • Beginner training Customer-reported

Support between sessions

  • Homework and practice Customer-reported

Assistance and working dogs

  • Therapy dog training

Dog sports

  • Scent work
  • Trick training

Training approach

  • Balanced training
  • Positive reinforcement

Other listed services

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  • Academy Dog Training
  • Boot Camp
  • Dog Sport Training
  • Dog Training Programs
  • Dog Training Sessions
  • Dog's Pulling
  • Extensive Training
  • Focused Training
  • In-Person Dog Training
  • Initial Training
  • K-9 Academy
  • Marker Training
  • Off Leash Dog Training
  • Problem Solving Training
  • Rattlesnake Avoidance Training
  • Snake Avoidance
  • Snake Avoidance Training
  • Snake Proofing
  • Start Training
  • Teaching Your Dog
  • Trainers & Staff
  • Training Course
  • Tricks Learn
  • Tricks Program
  • Tricks Training
  • Veterinary Treatment

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Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

How much work do I have to do?

That depends on you and your dog. However, most owners find that if they work with their dog for at least 20 minutes, 2 times a day, they will see remarkable results.

Community answer · Front Range K9 Academy · 2023-09-21

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What training methods & equipment do you use?

We use a 'motivational' dog training approach. This method uses a combination of Traditional training and Positive Reinforcement training - tailoring programs to fit each individual dogs' temperament and needs. We use a variety of training equipment - depending on what will work best for each dog and owner team. Motivational Trainers reward through praise, treats, toys - whatever works for the owner and dog. They also give leash guidance to the dog and owner to stop or control problem behaviors that are destructive, annoying, or dangerous.

Community answer · Front Range K9 Academy · 2023-09-21

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How often do we come to training classes?

Weekly or every-other-week training sessions generally work best, but we know sometimes life gets hectic. So, we try to be as flexible as possible with meeting your scheduling needs.

Community answer · Front Range K9 Academy · 2023-09-21

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How much does dog training cost?

While it's impossible to estimate cost until we meet your dog, we have programs from around $900 to $1800 - completely depending on what we're working on with your dog. Our goal is to find the service that works for you and your individual needs. We also offer financing through PayPal Credit. Ask yourself this: How much does a waste of time & money cost? Amateur dog trainers usually charge around $400 to $600 per 6 week course. They do NOT offer specialized behavior modification methods. Imagine paying good money and then your dog is more aggressive, destructive, obnoxious, and disobedient than before. Over 50% of the dogs we see each year have already been to large group training classes with an amateur dog trainer. Another 30% of the dogs we see each year have been to other private trainers or board and train programs, and in some cases have spent thousands of dollars on methods that just don't work. Training without a good foundation doesn't give reliable, predictable results.

Community answer · Front Range K9 Academy · 2023-09-21

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How long do training sessions last?

Training sessions are generally 30 to 90 minutes, with 1 hours being the most common.

Community answer · Front Range K9 Academy · 2023-09-21

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Customer reviews

Google listing
5
out of 5182 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Core obedience 36
  • Knowledgeable trainers 25
  • Leash pulling 6
  • Reactivity training 6
  • Rattlesnake avoidance class 5
  • Individual attention 4
All 10 topics
  • Individual classes 3
  • Leash manners class 2
  • Therapy dog training 2
  • Whippet training 2

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100 collected reviews

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Betsy Clark
5/5
I have had such good experiences learning how to train my dogs at Front Range K9. I have trained 4 dogs with them. Recently, we rescued a large, young Labrador who was reactive, and he's transformed into a responsive, connected, well behaved loving companion. They know dogs and p…Read full reviewClose full review

I have had such good experiences learning how to train my dogs at Front Range K9. I have trained 4 dogs with them. Recently, we rescued a large, young Labrador who was reactive, and he's transformed into a responsive, connected, well behaved loving companion. They know dogs and provide training that is effective and is in a 'language' that dogs speak- so it's good for the dog, not punitive. It helps you build a healthy relationship with your dog. I highly recommend!

Dale Maddox
5/5

Wow!!! What a great Snake Avoidance training experience we had with or dogs Piper (Mini Ozzy) & Casper (Lab) Jennifer did a fantastic job helping them understand the visual signs of a snake & the scents from them. We are very happy we took the to Front Range K9 Academy.

Kirsten Willis
5/5

We had a great experience at Front Range training. We took the rattlesnake avoidance class led by Jordan who was amazing! She is so knowledgeable and made us and our dog feel comfortable throughout the entire process.

Sherry Allen
3/5

If you are into treat training this is the place for you.

Leigh Hogan
5/5
We decided to sign our 2 yr old Golden up for a snake avoidance class as we live very close to a conservatory which.has rattlesnakes among other residents. We have had an uptick in snake sightings in the neighborhood this year (including our own backyard). Our pup is as curious …Read full reviewClose full review

We decided to sign our 2 yr old Golden up for a snake avoidance class as we live very close to a conservatory which.has rattlesnakes among other residents. We have had an uptick in snake sightings in the neighborhood this year (including our own backyard). Our pup is as curious a cat so a class was definitely a must. Drayvin was our instructor.. Her qualifications and experience with venomous snakes made her an ideal trainer.. She explained the entire process in detail prior to the actual training which made everything go smoothly. Our puppy definitely left that class with a major aversion to snakes. We will sign him up each spring for a refresher class. Thank you Drayvin!

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