Method K9, LLC

I started watching Stephanie's videos on FB. I felt she was talking about my dogs and our issues on every single one of them :) I truly love her reasoning, her explanations, the way she handles the situations and how she is fair with the dogs. That is why I decided to enroll in one of Method K9 certification programs. It has been truly transformational, one of the most valuable investments I've made. The content is superb but the peace of mind it has brought to my life is invaluable. The live group coaching sessions are absolutely game-changing. They provide real-time feedback, deeper insights and advise on how to handle your particular situation. The Method K9 team is always responsive, approachable, and generous with their knowledge—I sent an email with some questions and I was surprised when I received an email with a link to a video. Hope took the time not only to answer my questions, but to film a video to show me how to proceed and share tips. That is true guidance and support. The program far exceeds my expectations in how practical and applicable everything is. It’s not just theory—you're given tools you can use immediately in real-world settings. And the clarity with which everything is taught makes even complex concepts feel digestible and actionable. Overall, my experience has been nothing short of phenomenal. I can’t recommend Method K9 enough to anyone serious about elevating their work with dogs or just to handle their own.

I absolutely loved my level 1 training with Method K9! The entire team is so hopeful with any questions, and I also learned a lot watching the live Q&A’s, however, I found Stephanie’s style of teaching to be the perfect fit for my way of learning! (She breaks things down to bite sized pieces). I found I was connecting all of the dots from my previous experience and training with dogs. I had so many “ah-ha” moments and totally fell in love with the program and feel like I’m in the right place!! Finally! There is also many training videos you can watch as many times as you like - I love this option, because I pick up something new each time I hit replay. 10/10 highly recommend. I can’t wait to do my level 2.

I’ve been going through the Method K9 Trainer Certification program for a few months now, and I have to say — it’s been such an awesome experience! Even as a seasoned trainer with a background in animal behavior and several other certifications, I’ve learned so much more than I expected to. What’s been most valuable for me is not just the course itself, but the incredible amount of support and live teaching that comes with it. The Method K9 team is so knowledgeable and genuinely wants to see you grow. Any time I’ve had questions, someone has been there to help and offer real, thoughtful guidance. Like Stephanie, I started as a positive reinforcement-only trainer, but I struggled to make progress with more challenging behavioral cases. I used to be nervous about using aversives because I didn’t want to be “mean” or cause harm — but this program completely changed my understanding. I learned that balanced training is still rooted in positive reinforcement, but it also gives you the tools to communicate clearly and fairly in a way dogs actually understand. I was really surprised by the depth of knowledge in this course. While a lot of the concepts weren’t brand new to me, the way everything was laid out helped me take my training to the next level. Even after six years of working with dogs, I feel like I’ve made huge improvements — and that means my clients are seeing better results too. Overall, I’m extremely happy with the program. Between the certification content, live coaching, and ongoing support, it’s been one of the best investments I’ve made in my career. I highly recommend it to both new and experienced trainers who want to grow their skills and confidence.