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

  • Recall training
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  • Socialization
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Behavior support

  • Reactivity training
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How training happens

  • Board and train
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    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: [object Object]

    Comprehensive 3-week board and train program designed for stronger behavior modification, reliability, and real-world obedience with personalized training plans. · Listed price: [object Object]

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

  • Puppies
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Training level

  • Beginner training Customer-reported
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Support between sessions

  • Personalized training plans
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  • Photo updates
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Additional services

  • Boarding Customer-reported
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Other listed services

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  • Leash Aggressive
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  • Training Sessions
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    Private dog training sessions tailored to your dog’s specific needs, goals, and behavior challenges.

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Customer reviews

Google listing
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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

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100 collected reviews

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Ali Schalop
5/5
We had a great experience with Megan from Kodiak K9. Our dog Maggie spent three weeks boarding and training with Megan while we were away. We got regular updates on her progress with videos and photos included. We could see she was gaining skills and having fun. When we got back…Read full reviewClose full review

We had a great experience with Megan from Kodiak K9. Our dog Maggie spent three weeks boarding and training with Megan while we were away. We got regular updates on her progress with videos and photos included. We could see she was gaining skills and having fun. When we got back, Megan came to our house and spent about three hours walking us through her training methods and how to continue enforcing them within our home and routine. She’s also been responsive to our follow up questions. Since Maggie is an anxious dog, it was a relief to know she was in good hands, building her confidence, and surrounded by other learning dogs. I would definitely recommend Megan to a friend!

Adam Cloch
5/5

We worked with Megan on our year old rescue dog and as others have said, it was transformative. As much as Megan trained our dog, she helped us a dog owners to feel more comfortable and understand our pets emotions.

Madison
5/5
We are so grateful to Kodiak K9!! Before working with our trainer, Megan, life with two dogs was overwhelming. Our girls struggled with pulling on leash, follow commands, and excessive barking, (amongst many other common issues). Becoming parents to a new baby highlighted these a…Read full reviewClose full review

We are so grateful to Kodiak K9!! Before working with our trainer, Megan, life with two dogs was overwhelming. Our girls struggled with pulling on leash, follow commands, and excessive barking, (amongst many other common issues). Becoming parents to a new baby highlighted these areas for improvement and led us to Megan. Thanks to her patience, knowledge, and expertise, both of our dogs are now well-behaved, well-mannered, and such good listeners!! For the two weeks that they were with Megan and her family, we received regular updates and videos demonstrating what they had been working on. Now, with them home, everything is so much calmer, easier to manage, and far less stressful. They are the same sweet, goofy, gentle girls, but are excited to learn and practice their new skills. So glad that we made the decision to send them together! Megan took the time to make sure we understood how to reinforce the training, which made all the difference. We highly recommend Kodiak K9 to anyone looking for a trainer who truly cares and delivers amazing results. Thank you for giving us the tools to enjoy life with our dogs even more!

Nancy Hunter
5/5
As first-time dog owners we knew in advance we’d need help with our new little Bichon Frisé puppy, Teddy. So several weeks before Teddy’s arrival I was happy to find Corey at Kodiak K9 training. Corey was kind and helpful and ultimately suggested the two-week Board and Train …Read full reviewClose full review

As first-time dog owners we knew in advance we’d need help with our new little Bichon Frisé puppy, Teddy. So several weeks before Teddy’s arrival I was happy to find Corey at Kodiak K9 training. Corey was kind and helpful and ultimately suggested the two-week Board and Train program which sounded perfect for us. Our trainer, Audrey, took Teddy home with her for two weeks and she was a miracle-worker! A true professional, she provided daily videos so we could see the Teddy’s progress, and when she brought Teddy home after two weeks she spent four hours with us to patiently explain her training methods (and the logic behind them) and didn’t leave until we were comfortable that we understood. Her knowledge and expertise is evident, the change in Teddy’s behavior is astounding and she is a delight to work with. We most highly recommend Audrey and Kodiak K9 training.

Laura Schultz (Laura S)
5/5
This was easily one of the best decisions I did as a pet owner. Remi, my 1year old German shepherd, had a tough start when I first adopted her in late April 2026. We had a lot of fear reactivity with other dogs around my apartment complex, a lack of leash manners, and overall eve…Read full reviewClose full review

This was easily one of the best decisions I did as a pet owner. Remi, my 1year old German shepherd, had a tough start when I first adopted her in late April 2026. We had a lot of fear reactivity with other dogs around my apartment complex, a lack of leash manners, and overall everything you experience with a puppy. I felt like i was in mental warfare with a toddler because I didn’t have a process that worked. From the first initial call with Corey to Megan bringing my baby back home - I knew these were the right people to help me. Corey assured me that this was all normal with a dog and told me how they do things. I’m so happy that he paired me with Megan as my trainer. Megan’s personality fit mine. She was the greenest of flags you could see as a dog person. From the way she spoke about her own dogs and family, i trusted her completely to train and love on Remi for 2 weeks. I received daily updates of videos and photos. Those made every day without Remi at home worth it. All of her kids were involved with training and that was a cherry on top of this whole experience. Remi came home today. We had an amazing lesson going over commands and getting comfortable using the e-collar. This is a night and day difference and now I feel confident as a dog owner going outside and being able to redirect Remi as needed. I’ve learned a lot about Remi’s personality and what she truly is capable of with the right training and structure. If you are questioning if you are making the right choice in sending your dog to a board and train program - I will tell you that Corey and Megan will erase whatever doubt or hesitation you may have. If you are questioning if these are the right people for the job - you 100% bet they are. They will take care of you before, during, and after your dog comes home. I’m excited for my future with Remi and what we will be able to accomplish because of the tools we BOTH were able to learn. We are absolutely excited to see Megan again in the future.

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