Ohio State K-9 College

Joe is truly a Master Trainer, very very impressed with all his knowledge and abilities. With over 48 years of experience he has a gift from above. I have 2 Belgian Malinois and he is going to get me trained to get them in 100% total control. So blessed our paths crossed. I have used other trainers in the past and I had no idea that they were actually hurting my dog with the prong and choke collars. His training method is 100% voice control. Highly recommend going and checking his program. Most people don't do enough research when they're choosing a trainer which is a huge and costly mistake. Do your research and choose wisely because it totally matters.

We recently got a 14 wk Dutch Shepard puppy- oh so sweet and very smart. I know I wanted a trainer who could go beyond the typical 5 commands as well as Quality being their number one priority. When I came across Ohio State K-9 college, Joey’s philosophy and approach truly resonated with me, setting him apart from the typical shock collar board-and-train programs I’ve encountered. What attracted me the most is his emphasis on understanding each dog’s individual needs rather than resorting to one-size-fits-all methods. His intelligent approach is evident through his extensive knowledge of various dog breeds and behaviors. With 47+ years of training experience, he brings a wealth of expertise that I find reassuring. It’s clear that he connects with dogs on a deeper level, fostering an environment of trust and respect rather than fear. I’m excited to try his methods, as I believe they will not only benefit my dog’s behavior but also strengthen our bond in a humane and compassionate way. This trainer’s unique perspective is exactly what I’ve been looking for, and I am eager to see the positive changes in our pup.

My husband and I went to Ohio State K-9 College today for an evaluation with our dog, and we were absolutely blown away. Joey was amazing — within minutes, our dog was obeying every command he gave, using nothing but the tone of his voice. No collars, no shockers, no hitting — just pure skill and knowledge. We’ve read the incredible reviews about Joey, and today we saw with our own eyes that every single one of them is true. In just a few minutes, Joey had our dog responding both indoors and outdoors in ways we couldn’t accomplish in months on our own. What makes Joey stand out is that other schools rely on spike collars, shock collars, or choke chains — but Joey doesn’t need any of that. He makes training look effortless, and the results speak for themselves. If you’re considering training, shop around like we did, and you’ll quickly realize why Joey is the only choice.

It’s easy to find a place to just train your dog. What’s hard is finding a QUALITY place to train your dog. Ohio State K-9 College is that quality place because of Joey Byas. I have searched high and low for a trainer for my dog. Luckily for me, I happen to work with one of Joey’s students. Day in and day out, I have seen the quality of his work: Xena, a Belgian Malinois, is a service dog who I have witnessed have total respect and obedience towards her handler. Her eyes never leave him - she follows his every move and his every direction. It’s so rare to see a dog and human relationship like that anymore. So I had to find out who worked this magic. Come to find out, it was Joey! He has decades worth of experience with the results to back up his reputation. Talking to him, you will see within the first 30 seconds you will understand the passion and love he has for his craft. I told him about how I refused to take my dog to a trainer who boards exclusively because I know how horribly dogs are treated and the damage that can be done. I want a relationship with my dog built on trust and respect - not fear and pain. Joey understands that better than any trainer I have ever come across. I consider it a true honor to learn from him.