WAK-9 Training
Unleashing Your Dog’s Potential
Services We Offer
Positive Pet Training, Behavior Modification, Basic Obedience, Advanced Obedience, E-Collar Training, Service Animal Consulting, Boarding, Doggy Daycare
At WAK-9 Training, we try to remain on the cutting edge of animal behavioral science. Offering the most effective, veterinarian-backed training methodologies in Central Oregon. Providing a range of both private and group classes to fit your specific needs, all of our trainers are equipped to help you achieve your goals. From impulse control and obedience to complex commands and tricks—no pet is untrainable.
Boarding & Daycare
Piece of Mind
We will watch over your pet like it was our own. Giving you piece of mind while your on vacation or just needing a break. Receive daily updates on your doggo!
Daycare Starting at $24 per day.
Boarding Starting at $45 per night.
Train During Boarding Additional $100 per hour.
Our Story
WAK-9 Training started up in 2022 with understanding the need for trainers in our community. Will has been a Professional Trainer since 2007 and applied his knowledge from his past mentors to give you what WAK-9 is today. WAK-9 was started as a family and remains so to this day. Will, (W)illiam, (A)sher, and (K)arin - with K-9 at the end. We embody relationship building with your pup first and foremost. Separating ourselves from the other, larger cookie cutter training companies.
As Will was growing in his trade, imposter syndrome was real. the ole "am i good enough" kept setting in. We traveled the country to attend seminars, classes, and worked with other trainers. in fact, we still do. Our craft is ever growing. One big thing I've learned is that the seminars and trainings we attended showed that we didn't know everything. We can still learn more. even in detail work, how to move the wrist, deliver treats, or how to hold the leash.
Although our methods are ever changing to work the dogs in front of us, you can guarantee you will see your relationship grow with your pups every day, and have fun doing It!
Training Team
WAK-9 Training Team is built on passion. We take every dogs welfare into consideration when developing training programs that fit you and your dog's needs.
Senior Trainer
Jessica Klein
Jessica comes with some training background in Behavior Modification, Board n Train, and Obedience. Jessica is CPR/first aid certified for dogs and cats.
“I have wanted to work with animals since I was in elementary school. I’ve always been passionate about animals. When I got my first dog in high school I realized I was pretty good at teaching him things, and wanted to be a dog trainer. Thought it was an unrealistic career until I got my foot in the door at 22 years old. I worked as a kennel tech for 2 years and learned how much I loved training dogs. During that time I realized I wanted to learn more training styles than what I was taught in my time there. I have now completed some classes online and am excited to start my new journey of learning at WAK-9 Training.”
Daycare and Boarding Team
The WAK-9 Daycare and Boarding Team is built on sheer love for dogs. We know your dog means the world to you. We want to help you enjoy your life with your dog and know they are safe in the care of their handlers when you are away. We take every dog's welfare into consideration when determining the safest play groups, kennel style, and yard access. Our staff are trained to work with aggressive, anxious, and what many others would consider "difficult" dogs. All dogs are different, and we love them all the same!
Secretary
Mayzie Nilles
Over the past few years, I realized that I possess a love for dogs that I never knew existed. Dogs love unconditionally and I believe they teach us to do the same. Humans fail dogs consistently, yet dogs still offer their complete love and loyalty. My dog, Hudson, was failed by humans and eventually ended up at the shelter where we crossed paths. Will, with WAK-9 Training, is helping me with Hudson’s training. Through training Hudson, I have fallen in love with the art (although training is science-based, the act of training truly is an art). I feel very passionate about the work that Will and WAK-9 do for this community and was honored when offered a position. I was unsure what I wanted to do once completing my bachelor’s in psychology, but after working with Will, I realized that a career with dogs is where my passion lies. I feel this opportunity is a great stepping stone towards my dream career and I am eager to be a part of the WAK-9 Training team.
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Let Our Clients Do The Barkin'
Pam G.
"We took Daphne (to the client walk) last week and learned a lot and was amazed at how far she has come. It is a great chance to get hands on training and advice with your dog in a controlled social setting. I never thought I would be able to take Daphne in public. Now I have hope I will be able to take her out of my house. Thank you Will O'Daniel !!"
Contact Us
At WAK-9 Training, we strongly believe that it’s never too late to change our pet’s behavior. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
928-699-6905
