FirstBarkKen is an expert in his field and a true professional. He gave us fantastic results in short order with our dog Blue. Ken also provided a lot of information that was very helpful to us about our dog’s breed behavior. Blue completed his basic training with Ken and the experience was excellent. We highly recommend Ken to anyone who needs their dog trained in a professional and timely manner.
Heart of Dixie Dog Training, LLC
Andalusia, Alabama
About Heart of Dixie Dog Training, LLC
Heart of Dixie Dog Training LLC provides professional, results-driven dog training in Andalusia, Alabama, serving Covington, Coffee, Dale, and Pike counties, including Fort Rucker. We specialize in obedience training and real-world behavior solutions that help dogs and their owners build reliable communication, structure, and control. Training focuses on practical skills such as leash manners, recall, and household behavior, tailored to each dog and owner. Using a balanced, least intrusive approach, we offer private lessons designed to create lasting results. Whether you have a new dog or need to reinforce existing training, Heart of Dixie Dog Training delivers clear guidance, proven methods, and dependable support.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
- Recall training
Behavior support
- Aggression training
How training happens
- Board and train
- Group classes
- In-home training
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Advanced training
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Training approach
- Balanced training
Additional services
- Boarding
Other listed services
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- Behavior Consulting
- Canine Coaching
- Class Training
- Dog Issues
- Family Dog Mediation
- Trainer Course
- Trainer Support
- Training Programs
- Training Seminars
- Week Course
Confirm current programs and availability directly.
Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
What are your business hours?
I am open Wed - Sat from 9am until 7pm and Sun 1pm until 7pm.
Community answer · Heart of Dixie Dog Training, LLC · 2021-09-21
How much do your services cost?
The cost of training depends on how much your dog already knows and what it still needs to learn. Cost of services is discussed during a training evaluation or behavioral consultation.
Community answer · Heart of Dixie Dog Training, LLC · 2021-09-21
What kind of services do you offer?
We provide board and train, in-person training, and behavioral modification training programs.
Community answer · Heart of Dixie Dog Training, LLC · 2021-09-21
What method of training do you use?
I use positive reinforced methods of training. I employ my training methods contingent upon the L.I.M.A. (Least Intrusive and Minimally Aversive) Principle and the Premack Principle.
Community answer · Heart of Dixie Dog Training, LLC · 2021-09-21
How long are your service programs?
The length of time in-person training is conducted with you, your dog, and the trainer is usually at a minimum of 5 weeks. Lessons are usually one hour and are once per week. The length of time for Behavioral modification training is contingent upon how much modification your pet is needing based on the outcome of the behavioral consultation. There is usually never a quick turn around with these types of cases as they take time to achieve results because a lot of times a pet has already had issues or bad habits for years before a trainer is contacted. The minimum length of time for board and train is usually about 3 weeks.
Community answer · Heart of Dixie Dog Training, LLC · 2021-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.9
60 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Obedience 16
- Knowledgeable trainer 13
- German shepherd training 9
- Basic obedience 7
- Leash pulling 5
- Kind trainer 4
All 10 topics
- Training for owners 4
- Training stray dogs 3
- High energy dog 2
- Large breed training 2
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We had the best experience learning to train our new puppy. After 13 years with our only other dog, we had forgotten how important training would be. We also forgot the beginning steps to help our pup. Heart of Dixie was amazing with teaching our family the correct steps to incor…Read full reviewClose full review
We had the best experience learning to train our new puppy. After 13 years with our only other dog, we had forgotten how important training would be. We also forgot the beginning steps to help our pup. Heart of Dixie was amazing with teaching our family the correct steps to incorporate training into our daily lives. Ken was flexible and adaptable to our family. He helped our children and the adults learn the beginning steps to puppy training. We started with a baby crying, acting out, and unsure of which name was hers. Today, we have an effective recall command, sit, place, eating schedule, crating with confidence and so much more. The list grows with my pup’s maturity. Most importantly, I have a family confident in using commands in a positive and effective manner. Our dogs (senior dog and puppy) have bonded and we have less chaos in our home. We would highly recommend Heart of Dixie training!!!!
Ken has been absolutely amazing to work with. I have 4 pitbulls that started showing signs of aggression. After a few huge altercation, I reached out to Ken desperately seeking help with dog aggression. He jumped in and immediately came to the house and helped us with the situati…Read full reviewClose full review
Ken has been absolutely amazing to work with. I have 4 pitbulls that started showing signs of aggression. After a few huge altercation, I reached out to Ken desperately seeking help with dog aggression. He jumped in and immediately came to the house and helped us with the situation. He agreed to board and train two of them and left us with all the tools and knowledge to train the other two. We now have peace and harmony back in our house. All 4 dogs are very well behaved and constantly learning better behaviors thanks to Ken!! He is great at what he does, and extremely knowledgeable! I highly recommend Heart of Dixie Dog training!!
My 5 mo old Loki was trained by Tarah. She is very professional and extremely friendly. I so enjoyed get coming to our home to help me with my GSD puppy. Her knowledge of dogs in general was apparent. Heart of Dixies owner Ken is a very great personal trainer as well. If any body…Read full reviewClose full review
My 5 mo old Loki was trained by Tarah. She is very professional and extremely friendly. I so enjoyed get coming to our home to help me with my GSD puppy. Her knowledge of dogs in general was apparent. Heart of Dixies owner Ken is a very great personal trainer as well. If any body is looking for some of the best. Look no farther. Heart of Dixie Dog Training is the best and very reasonably priced. Best trainers any where.
We took our 8 month old German Shepard, Denver, to Ken for private lessons to learn basic obedience training. Ken done an awesome job with him, and also with training us on how to continue training Denver so he want lose what be had learned from him. I now know what to do in or…Read full reviewClose full review
We took our 8 month old German Shepard, Denver, to Ken for private lessons to learn basic obedience training. Ken done an awesome job with him, and also with training us on how to continue training Denver so he want lose what be had learned from him. I now know what to do in order to keep up everything that is needed to have a well trained obedient dog. We have just completed our training, and Denver is doing great! Thanks Ken and for the Awesome training!
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