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Kodiak K9 Training

Herndon, Virginia

5/5· 199 Google reviews

About Kodiak K9 Training

Kodiak K9 is a Northern Virginia based dog training company specializing in board and train programs for dogs of all breeds, ages, and behavior levels. Serving the DMV area, we help dog owners build reliable on-leash obedience and a confident off-leash lifestyle. Our balanced, structured training approach focuses on clear communication, consistency, and real-world reliability. Dogs in our board and train programs live in a supervised home environment, allowing us to reinforce good behavior and address unwanted behavior as it happens. As a small, family-run dog training business, we prioritize long-term results over quick fixes and work closely with owners to create lasting change.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
    Program details

    Customized dog training focused on correcting unwanted behaviors such as anxiety, reactivity, poor impulse control, and obedience challenges.

    Targeted training for dogs struggling with reactivity toward people, dogs, or environments using structured, proven behavior modification techniques.

  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
    Program details

    Foundational puppy training focused on basic obedience, manners, socialization, and setting clear expectations early for long-term success.

  • Recall training
  • Socialization

Behavior support

  • Reactivity training

How training happens

  • Board and train
    Program details

    Intensive 2-week board and train program focused on obedience, leash manners, and behavior improvement with daily structured training and owner follow-up. · Listed price: $2,450.00

    Comprehensive 3-week board and train program designed for stronger behavior modification, reliability, and real-world obedience with personalized training plans. · Listed price: $2,950.00

  • In-home training Customer-reported
  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Training level

  • Beginner training Customer-reported

Support between sessions

  • Personalized training plans
  • Photo updates

Additional services

  • Boarding Customer-reported

Other listed services

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  • Leash Aggressive
  • Training Sessions
    Program details

    Private dog training sessions tailored to your dog’s specific needs, goals, and behavior challenges.

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Customer reviews

Google listing
5
out of 5199 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Board and train 41
  • Daily updates 39
  • Leash pulling 39
  • Ecollar 17
  • Reactive dog training 11
  • Leash manners 10
All 10 topics
  • Daily video updates 8
  • Heel command 7
  • Progress updates 7
  • Pulling on walks 3

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

100 collected reviews

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Molly Rinaldi
5/5
Highly recommend Kodiak K9! Bubba, our 5 month old puppy, needed training in manners, walking, and just over all obedience. Bubba is a 50% Siberian Husky mix, and is stubborn, easily distracted, and just a big boy (he is strong!) He was pulling and jumping on walks, which was fru…Read full reviewClose full review

Highly recommend Kodiak K9! Bubba, our 5 month old puppy, needed training in manners, walking, and just over all obedience. Bubba is a 50% Siberian Husky mix, and is stubborn, easily distracted, and just a big boy (he is strong!) He was pulling and jumping on walks, which was frustrating to us as owners. He was jumping on us when we were sitting on sofa's and was not listening and not well behaved. It was getting frustrating for our entire family, and walking was not fun. After connecting with Kodiak K9, we sent him off for three weeks to be trained with Natalie, who is very experienced with puppies. While 5 months might have been a little too early, Kodiak said Natalie could help, as she is experienced with puppies. He lived with Natalie and her family, including kids and other dogs, and when we got him back we saw huge improvements. He is now walking without pulling or jumping, will heel, stay in place, not jump on our senior parents, and is just better behaved. Walking him is a pleasure and he will stay in place during dinner. Natalie knows how to train, especially puppies, and we appreciate all that she did for us, and Bubba. She's been available to us for additional guidance after his 3 week training, and I've been giving her updates of our progress at home too. We are just so proud of him and the training helped with my confidence! Bubba is really becoming such a great dog, which is what we wanted. Highly recommend Natalie and Kodiak K9. Thanks again Natalie! - The Rinaldi family.

Lucia Seta
5/5
Sent my 6 month old puppy for training while I was out of town. Megan was wonderful. She took time to meet with me ahead of time and thoroughly explain the process and ease my concerns. I felt very comfortable leaving my puppy with her. She regularly sent me videos and updates. M…Read full reviewClose full review

Sent my 6 month old puppy for training while I was out of town. Megan was wonderful. She took time to meet with me ahead of time and thoroughly explain the process and ease my concerns. I felt very comfortable leaving my puppy with her. She regularly sent me videos and updates. My dog came back sweet as when she left but with manners and the ability to listen. I have lots to do to maintain and continue the training, Just this last weekend I took her to the airport to greet veterans. She did great--calm, not spooked by the planes, subways, people and wheelchairs and she listened well. I would highly recommend Megan. She and her family gave my dog lots of love and just the right amount of training. Thank you!

Kristen Aloma
5/5

My dog Lenny spent two weeks with Natalie. He had problems with pulling and chewing. He walks like a gentleman and now knows what are his toys and what are not. I wasn’t really sure if my crazy puppy could curb his chewing habit, but Natalie somehow worked a miracle! The commands were easy for me to learn and implement and the dog really responds!

Emily V
5/5
I did the board and train for 2 weeks with Kevin, and I can’t believe how much Enzo has changed! He is a completely different dog now! He came back walking really well on a leash, which is such a relief. Before, it was a bit of a struggle, but now he’s so much more focused and re…Read full reviewClose full review

I did the board and train for 2 weeks with Kevin, and I can’t believe how much Enzo has changed! He is a completely different dog now! He came back walking really well on a leash, which is such a relief. Before, it was a bit of a struggle, but now he’s so much more focused and responsive. What impresses me the most is that he listens to our commands even while in distracting environments, like when we go to the park or around other dogs. It’s like he’s really tuned in to what we’re saying, and it feels great to have that level of control. I’ve noticed he’s much more confident and relaxed, too, which makes our outings so much more enjoyable. I’m so grateful for Kevin’s help.

Heather Zhu
5/5

Megan has been super helpful throughout the training process. My dog is now able to come and go freely at home, which is a huge improvement. I really appreciate her patience, guidance, and the personalized advice she gives. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable trainer!

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