Contact AVGK9. We will discuss your needs and send you an Assessment Form. This is filled out by all clients. This gives us a look at your dog, without actually seeing them.

Then you will pick a reservation time and pay the tuition fee for the class. We operate on a first come first serve bases for all reservations. This means we will only hold a time slot for 48 hours. If payment is not received, then another client can secure the reservation time.

Most of the time, the Assessment form will cover our basic questions. At times we may need to book an on-site Assessment. We mainly do this to verify what program will fit you and your K9. This is very helpful in determining if you will need a private class, and if the dog has special needs.

The on-site Assessment is at a cost of $50.00. If you choose to move forward with the class, it will be credited to your overall tuition.

All assessment fees are collected prior to the meeting time. Payment for the Assessment will guarantee your appointment.

You sure can! We just ask that you please book an appointment with us. We do this to limit the distractions that can occur for our other clients. We also want to give you our undivided attention. So, campus tours are by invitation/ appointment only.

There are also rules we ask that you adhere to when bringing your K9 on campus to avoid any distractions and altercations.

If you visit our website, you will also see pictures of the campus and our training rooms.

That is ok, we encourage any and all questions. Please be patient with a call back. There are times when all trainers are busy training with clients. We will make every effort to return all calls as soon as possible.

Our business office manager will also be checking the website to return all questions. So, please ask away!

That is a great question. We are located here in Rainier. Although our mailing address is on our business cards and website, the physical training site is here local. To avoid unexpected guests, the physical address is given to our clients, and individuals seeking a scheduled assessment.

Prior to your class starting, you will be emailed all the information you will need to start your class to include equipment, directions, and housekeeping rules.

We also like to limit the number of unscheduled visitors during training times. All dogs will react differently when in training, and we want to make sure your training experience is without any incidents of dogs who get away from a visitor.

Yes. All classes must be paid in advance of class start time. We do this to be fair to all clients. This is why we only hold a reservation for 48 hours. If you are truly committed to training with your K9, we understand this will be a priority. We also understand things happen, and you may need an additional 24 hours.

All payments can be made by:

Venmo,

Zele,

On our website with a Credit Card,

Cash/Check. You can definitely make an appointment with your Office Manager, to secure the tuition. We are also ok with you dropping a check into our mailbox at the training site. Just ask for the address.

We are a balanced training site. We utilize Operant Conditioning as the basis of our training. Should you need more information on our training methods, please feel free to set up an onsite Assessment.

We are a local licensed business with the city of Rainier. We are also registered with the Academy of Professional Dog Trainers.

If you take a look at our website, you will see some testimonials. If you would like a reference, we can provide them to you.

Private Class: 24-hour notice is required to cancel a class and retain class position.

Late arrival: You will be granted a 15-minute grace period. This time will be subtracted from the hour class. Being more than 20 minutes late will cancel the class for the day, and you will be charge for the missed class.

Group Class: Missing one class will place you behind. We recommend that you make every effort to maintain good attendance. Missing more than two classes will cancel your program. This is because all classes are based upon the class before.

Late arrival: You will be granted a 15-minute grace period. This time will be subtracted from the hour class. Being more than 20 minutes late will cancel the class for the day, and you will be charge for the missed class.

Failure to disclose issues with your dogs personality to include severe reactivity, as this can pose a danger to other dogs. This will result in immediate dismissal from the class, and you will not be granted a refund.

AVGK9 reserves the right to cancel and reschedule classes at our discretion.

As you are committing to your dogs health and wellbeing, AVGK9 is committing our training to the best of our ability to you. We will make the commitment of time to you and your dog. We do not offer refunds.

All dogs will have to provide proof of vaccinations to include DAPP and Rabies vaccines

Puppies up to six months are required to have at least one round of DAPP administered a week prior to the start of class.

We are an indoor/outdoor training facility. All of our Basic Obedience classes, are on the grounds of our training site. We keep group classes small to provide all participants with consistent attention. Most Group classes will start with 3 individuals and can go as high as 8 individuals per class.

All dogs must complete a paper evaluation prior to class approval. Applicants can engage in an on-site Assessment. This is done with the trainer. If reactivity is identified, based upon the level of reactivity; class participation will be evaluated by the trainer. If a dog is not a candidate for group classes, private lesson may be an option.

All of my dogs get their names from from Dean Koontz Book characters. Einstein and Kipp received their names from Watchers & Devoted. Nickie is from the Darkest Evening of the Year.

Kipp loves everything, including Bananas!

No. There will be homework for the both of you! Homework is assigned at 30 minutes a day. This can be broken up into several smaller parcels of time throughout the day. Make it fun and exciting!

That is a good question. Lets ask him. Kipp, do you like being a working dog? Bark, bark, woof, bark!

It is not recommended to miss a group class. All classes and homework are designed to get you to the next class. Missing a class will leave out important information and training you will need for the next class.

The minute you get out of the car with you dog on lead. You will begin training by showing you can keep your dog with you and that you have some degree of control. Do not let you dog engage other dogs.

Before class starts, you will be sent information on what to bring to your first class. During the class we will explain how each tool is used.

Yes, just provide proper notice, and reschedule the class.

Yes.

I have done mostly what most men do,

And pushed it out of my mind;

But I can't forget, if I wanted to,

Four-Feet trotting behind.

Day after day, the whole day through,

Wherever my road inclined,

Four-feet said, "I am coming with you!"

And trotted along behind.

Now I must go by some other round,,

Which I shall never find,

Somewhere that does not carry the sound

Of Four-Feet trotting behind.

My educational background is that I hold an MBA, and I am a Certified Service Dog Trainer #9102517893. We are a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. I believe in continuing education in our field. I feel there is always something new to learn, and we should always strive to continue to better our knowledge base.

That is an easy one, my dog and son Einstein. He taught me the most important things in life are not things but living in the moment. It is not the years in a life, but the life in the years.

Thanks, Einstein. I miss you.