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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
5
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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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Donna Taylor
5/5
Thank you Van and Kodiak K9 Training! We handed you a crazy, unhinged 7 month old puppy and after 2 weeks, you returned to us, a beautiful, calm, well behaved pup. He is listening and obeying every command. It was a true pleasure to take him on a walk and not have my arm yanked o…Read full reviewClose full review

Thank you Van and Kodiak K9 Training! We handed you a crazy, unhinged 7 month old puppy and after 2 weeks, you returned to us, a beautiful, calm, well behaved pup. He is listening and obeying every command. It was a true pleasure to take him on a walk and not have my arm yanked off or having to fight to control him around other animals. He's listening to everything we say and is a completely different animal....in the best way! We can't thank you enough and rest assured, we will be referring and singing your praises to anyone and everyone looking for a training facility for their fur babies. You ROCK!

Taylor Mitchell
5/5
O. M. G. WOW!!! Megan is A M A Z I N G and has changed my dogs and my life for the better forever!!! (She is pictured on the day of pickup with my dogs :)) My sweet doodles were previously so difficult on walks, excitable at every neighbor walking by & squirrel out the window, p…Read full reviewClose full review

O. M. G. WOW!!! Megan is A M A Z I N G and has changed my dogs and my life for the better forever!!! (She is pictured on the day of pickup with my dogs :)) My sweet doodles were previously so difficult on walks, excitable at every neighbor walking by & squirrel out the window, pulling on their leash & jumping. I had thought they were difficult to train — easily distracted, pushing my boundaries after barely grasping a command and I would just give up in frustration. Poor recall, couldn’t be still, etc. Thanks to Megan, they’ve come home as my same sweet and lovable babies but now have the toolkit to lock in and focus on my commands. They walk like a BREEZE — happily heeling beside me, working through their big feelings quickly when they see a distraction. They are happily keeping their down command at dinner time, or when I’m cooking. I’m sure with continuous reinforcement of their amazing training, we will conquer doorbells + window jumping in no time and they’ve already made amazing progress. I am so, so thankful for Megan’s training and guidance and ability to not only get the dogs to a place of happily working and obeying but also getting me to understand how to communicate with them. Would whole heartedly recommend to everyone and will absolutely do it again for future fur babies! :)❤️ soooooooo worth it!!!!

Hannah Kallmeyer
5/5
Megan was absolutely amazing with our dog Jackson! Before going to training with Megan, he was an anxious dog who was not able to go out in public properly, we could not go on proper walks, he just would not listen to us and we could not get him to focus on training. After two we…Read full reviewClose full review

Megan was absolutely amazing with our dog Jackson! Before going to training with Megan, he was an anxious dog who was not able to go out in public properly, we could not go on proper walks, he just would not listen to us and we could not get him to focus on training. After two weeks of in-house training with Megan and her family, he was a completely transformed dog. Throughout the entire two week boarding, Megan would send us daily pictures and videos and updates on Jackson and his progress. At the end of the two weeks, she came to our house and spent a few hours teaching us how to continue his training and everything that he had learned! She was patient with us and wanted to make sure that we felt comfortable and answered all of our questions. Jackson is now less anxious out in public, he is able to go on walks with us without constantly pulling, and his barking is no longer constant. He seems more calm now and its been a wonderful transformation for both him and for us. Cannot thank Kodiak K9 and Megan enough for all that she has done and we highly recommend her to anyone looking to bring the best out of their pup!

Chase Sauvage
5/5
We cannot recommend Micah and Kodiak K9 Training highly enough! From our very first conversation, Micah was communicative, professional, and genuinely invested in helping us and our dog, Poppy, succeed. She took the time to listen carefully to our goals, concerns, and Poppy’s uni…Read full reviewClose full review

We cannot recommend Micah and Kodiak K9 Training highly enough! From our very first conversation, Micah was communicative, professional, and genuinely invested in helping us and our dog, Poppy, succeed. She took the time to listen carefully to our goals, concerns, and Poppy’s unique personality, tailoring her training approach to meet our specific needs. Throughout the entire process, Micah demonstrated incredible patience—not only with Poppy but with us as owners as well. She explained techniques clearly, answered every question thoughtfully, and provided practical guidance that we could confidently implement at home. Her calm, positive approach helped build Poppy’s confidence while creating lasting improvements in her behavior. What truly set Micah and Kodiak K9 Training apart was their commitment to personalized training. We never felt like we were receiving a generic program. Instead, Micah listened carefully, adapted her methods when needed, and ensured we felt supported every step of the way. The results have been remarkable. Poppy is more responsive, confident, and well-behaved, and we feel much more equipped to continue her training and development. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, compassionate, and highly effective trainer, Micah and the team at Kodiak K9 Training are exceptional. We are incredibly grateful for their help and would recommend them without hesitation.

Celine Lawrence
5/5
This company is amazing. They trained my dog Gunner, a pitbull mix who is about 3.5 years old. Gunner was a huge puller on a leash, didn’t know many commands, and had a very hard time “leaving it” with different distractions. First, putting in an interest form online, I got a res…Read full reviewClose full review

This company is amazing. They trained my dog Gunner, a pitbull mix who is about 3.5 years old. Gunner was a huge puller on a leash, didn’t know many commands, and had a very hard time “leaving it” with different distractions. First, putting in an interest form online, I got a response within minutes. Corey was extremely communicative and able to get a phone call and trainer scheduled within a day of reaching out. Gunner was paired with Natalie who did absolute wonders. I have never been able to walk Gunner without my arm being pulled out of the socket. He’s constantly pulling towards distractions. I’m now able to walk with him on a loose leash or in heel without issue. I am amazed at the work she was able to do with him. She was extremely kind and clearly cared about his wellbeing. Her communication with me about his progress was great and she continues to be a resource for me as we navigate returning back home. I cannot recommend this company enough!!

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