I have two Golden Retrievers and have worked with K9 Basics for both of them-- one who completed the day training program about 2.5 years ago, and another who is currently in his second week of day training. My first dog, Honey was honestly a terror at the beginning. She was my first dog ever and I had zero experience dealing with the behavioral issues we were facing. What I learned quickly was that those "issues" were really a lack of structure - and K9 gave us exactly that. From the very beginning, they were extremely transparent about the training process. They explained that while the day training program gives your dog a solid foundation, they also offer open group classes throughout the week so owners can continue working with their dogs, and that consistency at home is KEYYY!! When Honey finished the program, she wasn't a perfect angel overnight, and I think that's what people expect, but Honey knew her commands. Just as important, I had to learn what she had learned and how to apply it consistently in everyday life- because training does not stop when you go home. Honey and I attended as many open group classes as our schedule allowed, and those classes helped us build trust and confidence together. When I put on Honey's collar first thing in the morning, she's excited. She is ready for the day. I have worked with my dog so much that I hardly even need to press a button, she just listens and knows her stuff. K9 Gives you all the tools to succeed; it's up to you to use them and be consistent. My second Golden, A male is currently going through the day training program. With him, we were dealing with some people- socialization issues and nervousness in new environments. By just his second week, he has already warmed up to the facility and the trainers, which shows how much effort and individualized care they put into each dog. I'm really looking forward to continuing to show up with him, attending group trainings, and helping unlock that confidence so he can become the social Golden boy I know he is. My newest learning curve is figuring out how to work with both of my dogs together, and I know K9 will be right there with me every stop of the way as I learn. I truly trust K9 with my dogs and will continue to trust them with any future dogs. If you're not willing to put in the time and effort to continue training at home, this program may not be for you. But if you are, you'll find that K9 Basics is an excellent investment. They give you everything you need to be successful. read more

The true measure of a good business is not only the level of service they offer when things go well, but how they handle things in unfortunate situations. And for that reason, K9 Basics, Clif Wyck Farms Kennels and the owners Lisa & Brian, get the lowest possible rating. I signed up my 3 year old Pitbull, Iris, for their Board and Train program. The cost is $3,500. Iris was assessed and a 3 week training was recommended. I dropped her off on 2/14 and was tentatively scheduled to pick her up on 3/7. On the morning of 2/27 after being there for 14 days Iris got violently ill . She had diarrhea and began excessively vomiting. Lisa determined that Iris's condition couldn't wait for my emergency contact to get there and decided to take her to the vet. X-rays were taken and showed a foreign material in her stomach. I was told if this was still in her stomach by the morning that emergency surgery would need to be done. She was admitted overnight and given medication and IV fluid. The next morning the X-rays were taken again and the foreign material had moved from her stomach to her colon. The foreign material was no longer a threat and Iris was able to be released. As soon as I got her home from the vet she had a bowel movement which appeared to consist of either mulch, saw dust or some sort of grains or seeds. This same description was in her vet report as being in her vomit. I sent a picture of this to Lisa who I had been in constant communication with throughout. She called me and told me there was a 100% chance that Iris did not ingest this material while in her care and insisted that it happened prior to coming to training. Keep in mind this is day 14 of her being there. Now I understand this is a possibility but to say 100% is in my opinion ridiculous. My vet bill was $2,400 and I was also charged $350 to transport Iris from the kennel to the vet. Although I consider that transport charge excessive (profit from my misfortune), these charges were all clearly listed in the contract I signed. However I no longer felt comfortable bringing Iris back for the remainder of training. I respectfully asked for a refund for the last week that she would no longer be attending. Lisa responded by explaining they have only issued a refund once in the 14 years they have been in business and that was because a dog had to get their leg amputated due to their negligence. I asked her to please discuss with her partners and reconsider. Later that day I received a call from one of her employees telling me that Lisa and her husband would not be issuing me any refunds and my only option was to complete the remainder of training. I called Lisa immediately but she stopped accepting my phone calls. As for the training itself: I will preface this by saying, Iris only completed 2 of the 3 weeks they recommended, but it did absolutely nothing. She left with all the issues she arrived with except now when I go to put the shock collar/ e-collar (semantics) on her she runs into her cage and trembles. If you are the type of person who can administer pain to your dog while they look to you in fear for not understanding basic commands this training is for you. Even then, proceed with caution and know that if something goes wrong they will take no accountability. I too own a small business and it pains me to leave my first negative review but I am left with no other options besides social forums, credit disputes or legal action. read more

We brought our boxer Rocky to K9 basics at 5 1/2 months. Boxers are loving, adorable, high energy companions and we knew we would need help with the fundamentals. K9 basics did a good job working with Rocky, the most impactful training for me was the last Thursday class I attended as part of the program. I didn't catch the trainers name but he was awesome and worked with me, I couldn't be more grateful. The weekend classes so far have been good and Rocky definitely has the foundation needed for us to continue working with him. Recently Rocky was sick and we called to let them know he wouldn't be at class for a week or so. I was blown away when I opened what I thought was a holiday card that turned out to be a get well card personally signed by the team. Talk about love for animals and appreciation for their clients. Rocky is feeling better and is excited to get back to class. Thank you K9 read more

K9 Basics Dog Training - Rocky and his get well card - Pet Training Near Me - Marlton, New Jersey

I literally just picked up my dog today. I know it is a long road to train now that he is at home. Fury is a 4 yo pit mix who has had negative association with other dogs/animals. I never got the chance to train him as a puppy which I do regret but I could not be more happy to have sent him here. They are all so amazing and kind, did not care how many times I called. Fury did do the 4/3 week board and train. They sent me home with everything he will need in order to keep the training going. They do strongly encourage the classes that are available afterward and we will definitely be there. My dog is very selective of certain people and he loved everyone there which meant something to me. And I could not be more happy and grateful for the way they train and love these dogs just as much as the owners do! I cannot wait to see what the future holds for my dog and I! I had the pleasure of being one-on-one with both Mandy and Arnold. While I was not able to meet everyone else in his training journey. I could not be more grateful for them two as well read more

Literally the best dog trainers in the area, if not the country. They are exceptionally kind, and have a method of training that is unmatched. We had huge problems training our little guy, cycling through trainers that just couldn't help us make progress (he's difficult). Within a WEEK, we saw real progress. I love this company and couldn't say enough good things about them. Truly! read more

I paid $3750.00 for my dog to be in a crate more than training. We were told that we could visit when we sat through the evaluation' then they changed it so we could not visit for the three weeks. It was over 4th of July weekend so he sat for a extra day while they were closed. All he elbows and his ass were raw and red when we picked him up from laying on concrete floor for over 14 hours a day. We never meet the owner and from what I could see he has a lot of young people running his business. They all have dogs there and care more about training their own dogs then worried about doing there job. As far as the training goes they asked me what we hoped to get out of this and i told them total recall and loose leash walking. He still does not walk on a leash without pulling. But I do have recall. He does a lot better off leash then he did before we took him but we camp a lot and he has to be on a leash at all times. I gave them one star because of the treatment of my dog. If I could go back I would never have done this and I would never board my dog here. read more

After my first experience with K-9 Basics I knew it was not the right place for me and my dog. I reached out to them looking for a trainer to partner with. They got back to me quickly offering a "free evaluation" of my dog and then would propose some options. They seemed responsive and coordinated and I was excited about working with an organized group. When I arrived for my "free evaluation" appointment I found out that there were a dozen other owners & dogs there at the same time, for the same thing. What was advertised as an evaluation was really a 90 minute sales pitch. I was asked if my dog could stay quiet during the presentation and when she barked once a trainer took her away so the sales pitch could continue. When my pup was returned she was wearing training e-collar and they demonstrated their "evaluation" by walking her (and every other dog) about 20 feet and zapping her. Every dog at this sales pitch was different and likely needed different training focus. Every dog owner got recommended the same thing. I am sure they adjust during training but this was not an evaluation and none of the owner's were asked if it was okay to put an e-collar on their dog. K-9 Basics website advertises that "The cost is determined by a free, full evaluation by professional trainers" but after a 5 second walk every owner was given the same plans/price sheet. It was free, it was not a full evaluation. If your are up for a timeshare like sales pitch and you are okay with e-collar training or are looking to train a dog for protection work maybe this is place for you. I am experienced dog owner that was looking for expertise for a specific tune-up of a dog that is pretty good already so this was not for me. read more

This is going to be a long review (sort of therapy for me) so bear with me. My wife and I rescued a dog from a shelter. (a Labrador mix, 2 years old). He was found as a stray so we don't know much about his history. When we brought him home, we were happy to see that he was already house trained. However, once he went outside, things were a different story. He would go into a prey drive mode and wouldn't listen to any of our commands. He was impossible to walk on a leash (he would pull us to the point of almost dislocating our shoulder). He was VERY aggressive towards other dogs (barking, growling and lunging). Though, he was not aggressive towards other humans. We quickly learned that watching dog obedience videos, reading books and catching a few episodes of the Dog Whisper on TV wasn't going to help us train our dog. We needed professional help ASAP (as the longer we waited, the worse it was going to get). I noticed that a few of friends on Facebook had Liked the K-9 Basics Dog Training service. I did some research and decided to enroll our pooch in obedience school. We are so glad we did!!! The K-9 Basics company offers dog behavior modification/problem solving services. The owner/founder has been working with dogs, breeds and behaviors for over 23 years. He spent 25 years in law enforcement during which time he handled a police dog for 10 years and then supervised the K9 unit for 10 years. He has an indoor/outdoor facility with a good amount of acreage. (The indoor facility is a large cargo bay style dome). He has his own stable pack of dogs that will interact with your dog. Here's how it goes down: They offer free evaluations every Saturday (check the website). You bring your dog (on a leash) to the evaluation. The owner will tell you about his operation while his team members will evaluate your pooch to see if he/she is a candidate. Just on initial observation, our dog was diagnosed with re-activeness towards other dogs. (He is fearful of them). He was not found to be reactive towards humans. The owner indicated they can train almost any dog, no matter how aggressive/fearful they are. (even human re-activeness). So, unless your dog has some sort of serious neurological issue beyond repair, your pooch is probably a candidate. After listening to the sales pitch, we decided to enroll our dog. You have two choices: 1) You can do a GROUP TRAINING program where you train at your own pace and come as often as you want. They offer 8 training secessions per week. They stand by their service and the training is for the lifetime of the dog; you can brush up and refresh your dog's training at any time (free). This may or may not be for you, especially if you have a rigid work schedule. 2) The other choice is the BOARD and TRAIN program where the certified training staff completely trains your dog from start to finish including off leash control, all obedience commands, behavior modification, etc. Your dog will be boarded in a very clean kennel (heated floors). They let you inspect the kennel, they have nothing to hide. You bring your own food. Your dog will receive 3 training sessions per day and will interact socially with the trainers' dogs as well as clients' dogs. This program also includes two lessons at your home if you need it. The training is for the lifetime of your dog! We chose the BOARD and Train program. It is more expensive but was absolutely worth it. Our dog was trained for 2 weeks. On pick-up day, you and your dog will spend a few hours with the trainer going over all the commands and they will answer all your questions. If all goes well, your pooch will receive a diploma and graduate from the program. Our dogs trainer (Nicole) was excellent! It has only been one week since our dog returned home but he is like a new man. His obedience commands are on-point! I can walk with him on a leash and he will not pull, his right shoulder lines up with my left leg and he keeps a perfect cadence. So far, his off-leash obedience is just as good. He is a lot less reactive to other dogs. It is still a work-in-progress, it takes commitment. I plan on bringing him back for some re-fresher courses. (Socialization training on Saturdays). I would definitely recommend K-9 Basics!!! read more

We brought our dog to a board-and-train program at K9 Basics after bringing him to a different board-and-train program. Since attending K9 Basics, Max is completely trained, the trainers continue to respond to our emails and texts, and Max loved all the staff. We will continue to use the follow-up classes. One negative is I don't love that the owners of the training program own a dog food company and push that food on clients without disclosing their affiliation. read more

Your dog will come home well trained. You will be able to play with your dog off leash. That being said....since Nicole, former head trainer, departed the customer service has suffered. Brian is a great trainer but is arrogant and condescending. Just accept that is how it is going in and you will appreciate the experience much more. Execution in the kennel is hit or miss. If your dog has specific needs be sure to follow-up. Prepare to be sold on the food products represented by K9 Basics. Again, you won't find a better training location. The owner is just a bit of a butt at times. read more

I brought in my dog for fear aggression. Was told on the phone not to bring a muzzle to the evaluation after trying to explain his behaviors. I was then turned away from training until "my dog can use a muzzle" to not put anyone at risk. It was also implied my dog may need to be put down because it is a mental/genetic issue. read more

I love this place. My dog was VERY afraid of people, unfortunately I found K9 basics when my dog was 8 months old ( wish I found the, when he was 10 weeks) but the staff have been so great with him and patient! They make you feel as if you are the only one in the class, I wish I had the money for the board and train, but I am extremely satisfied with the progress my dog has made with their help. Thank you to everyone at K9 basics for the great job you do, your compassion for dogs shows like no other!! read more

K9 Basics Dog Training and Nichole as their Head Trainer; did an outstanding job for the past three weeks working with our six month old Doberman. We were having specific behavior issues with him that led us to their facility upon recommendations. We must say they lived up to the recommendations we received and beyond. Not only did our Dobe learn to loose leash walk; he no longer lunges at us, no longer runs at other people; and he now listens to commands such as: come, place, sit, down, quiet, and many others. They were excellent in training him and us as his human handlers when we picked him up. Going over every little nuisance about their program, the specifics, what we needed to key in on when we took him home, the follow up they provide, etc. The kennels there are extremely clean and we would highly recommend them for boarding as well. They are very interested in how your dog eats while there. If there is an issue with your dogs food, they get in touch with you right away. They provide a doggy menu to choose items for while your dog is there, so they are not just eating kibble all the time. Very nice they are able to get frozen pup treats as well as a hot dog or hamburger. K9 takes pictures and videos to put on their website daily of the board & trains; so that you are able to keep in touch with your dogs progress and never be out of touch. Greatly appreciated by the Dog Mom & Dad !! Answers to questions are quickly answered. I would highly recommend K9 Basics for anyone interested in quality training for their dog. read more

Brian and his very experienced staff are amazing. I really can't say enough about how happy we are with their work with our dog, Greta. She is now an obedient, even tempered, loving dog and is doing so incredibly well. The facility is top-notch and immaculate. The commitment that they make to get your dog to it's potential is life-long. I'm so glad that we found K9Basics. read more

I love Clif Wyck Kennels and K9 Basics! I enrolled my 5-year old rescue dog in the Board & Train program, and it was exceptional. I feel I have much better control of my dog, and he has a better understanding of where he fits into our "pack." The trainers are all highly skilled professionals, and can turn any dog into a well-mannered companion in a matter of weeks. You can tell that they all truly love what they do, and I am so appreciative of the love and attention they gave my dog. I have used other dog trainers in the past, and there is no comparison to the results that the K9 Basics training program produces. The staff at the kennel is also wonderful. The facility is extremely clean, and the dogs are always well-cared for. This is the only dog training program and kennel I will ever use from now on! - Lori F. Cherry Hill, NJ Owner of Gordy, a good dog turned into a great dog thanks to K9 Basics! read more

Best Dog Trainer Around... When I first found K9 Basics my dog was very nervous and afraid of everything. After signing up at K9Basics in just a few short months she is now off leash and able to be around other dogs without reacting. K9 Basics has made a world of difference in my dogs life as well as my own. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who needs training. read more

Back when my daughter was 2, we had to put our 16 yo lab mix down. Within 6 months, we purchased a yellow lab (mix) pup. She was very playful and constantly nipped at my daughter to play. She said "Take this dog back and bring Pepper back from heaven". I said "I wish I could". My husband and I knew that we had two choices, find a home for the puppy or get training for her. We saw an ad for K-9 basics and had Brian out. After seeing how well his dog behaved and did not move until he was given permission to, we signed up for the training. We never finished the training program but we had gone to many sessions which included a park in Medford. Thanks to Brian, Dusty is still a member of our family 10 years later (and she has a younger sister, 8). read more

After positive experiences from friends and reviewing their website and seeing all the videos of the dogs off leash and not running away I decided to send two of my dogs there in the board and train program. They were there for around a month. One graduated and one did not and was supposed to return in July. They have you bring anyone in the house that will need to use the remote collars used for training to come for a training session at the end of the boarding. During this session I received about a 1/2 hour total of truing for both dogs on how to work with them, then sent on my way. So when I get the dogs home, I realized I just wasted $6,000. I still could not walk the one dog with out being pulled and having to constantly shock her, and the other dog still didn't listen. Worst of all I had no idea how to actually correct the behaviors they were supposed to work on during this training because how can you train an owner in a half hour? I took the dogs to the "classes" that were included with the board and train hoping this would help to get me the skills I needed to get my dogs in shape. Unfortunately, these classes turned out to be a frustrating waste of time as well. There were a lot more dogs than trainers which in turn decreased the amount of attention payed to each owner and dog in the class. The trainers often had a hard time hiding their frustrations with the owners when the dogs were not doing as they wished. Instead of giving help many times the phrase "come on guys" was used as well as "everyone is having a bad day". After two months of these classes I stopped attending and tried to work with my dogs on my own as each class proved to be the same. I finally decided it just was not worth my time and frustration to continue with this program and called to inform them I would not be brining my other dog back in July to finish her boarding training as I was not happy with the results from my dog that supposedly graduated. This was met with an "ummm ok so your not bringing her back?" No I am not. "Ok thanks". Obviously no concern with my dissatisfaction....probably because they already had my $6,000. In my opinion save your money...I wish I investigated other trainers that actually stood by their results. read more

took my 5yo a few months back, he has a different personality now! highly recommended for anyone having trouble with their best friend ;) good luck read more

AMAZING!!!!!! We can't find the words to thank K9 BASICS for all the help they give to us and our dog.We went there with a really bad dog, Jumping, grawling , barking you mane it,and in a few weeks of training , today we have a different dog,Working with Nichole almost every day, we can said she is the BEST TRAINER possible to Brandy a spoiled brat lab,Thank you guys Brian , Lisa , Joe, Tara in Business office. Sincerely, Michael Long & Miguel Perez read more

K9 Basics is the only place you should take your dog/dogs for training. I have had many dogs & have gone to many training facilities. I was lucky enough a couple of years ago to have a friend recommend K9 Basics to me. K9 Basics is outstanding. Two of their trainers are retired Marine K9 Dog Trainers. They are the most outstanding trainers I have ever had. Then there are the female trainers that go beyond the call of duty for everyone of their clients. Besides training at K9 Basics their also is their daycare, boarding & grooming facility called Cliff Wyck Farm. The owner Of K9 Basics was a police K9 trainer for 23 years. He runs the training. His wife Lisa was a police woman. She runs Cliff Wyck kennels. They are both outstanding individuals that go out of their way to be sure everything runs smoothly. I recommend K9 Basic as the top facility for dogs in the area. I would never take my golden retriever any other place for training, daycare, boarding or grooming. read more

k-9 basics board and train trained my 7 month old chocolate lab in just 2 weeks!!! He doesn't jump (not even on my kids), he doesn't pull when being walked. They did a GREAT job!!! They really care about the dogs and the families they work with!!! read more

I know this is long, but please bear with me. I cannot say enough wonderful things about K9 Basics Dog Training and Clif Wyck kennels. My dog, Stella, was found running around on the streets of Philadelphia over 2 years ago and we know nothing of her past. She took very quickly to me and some members of my family, but became very aggressive towards other people and dogs. She would snap her jaws at people she didn't like, and even bit my mother. I tried an in-home trainer, and while Stella picked up simple commands like sit and stay, this approach really didn't do anything to curb her behavioral problems. A friend of mine recommended K9 Basics and I was very intrigued. My boyfriend and I took Stella for their free evaluations on Saturday mornings and after talking with Brian, the owner, I signed Stella up for the board and train program. Brian did a little work with Stella that day and said that he felt that she'd respond well to the program. He explained that my dog and I were not speaking the same language, and at the end of the program, we would be able to communicate with one another. He described the training program and said that the dog would be considered graduated from the program when she could perform all of her commands on and off leash. At that point, I could hardly imagine Stella listening to me, let alone being able to go for a walk off leash! The board and train program is normally 3 weeks long. You can call periodically throughout training and get updates on how the dog is progressing. Being the over-bearing dog mom that I am, I called rather frequently (and had to resist the urge to call everyday). I always received a return phone call and Nichole, the head trainer, was always so patient and encouraging when talking about my dog. As the third week of her training was coming to an end, I was not surprised to learn that Stella was not going to graduate the program on time as she has such a strong and stubborn personality. Nichole suggested that Stella stay an extra week to try and finish up her skills. Ultimately, she didn't graduate after the end of the 4th week, so I brought Stella home for 3 months, and just yesterday took her back to finish up the program. I worried that she would be sad that she was back there, and I was very wrong. She walked excitedly from the car to the kennel and never looked back when someone came to take her from the kennel. I think it's harder for me than it is for her! The three months Stella was home was amazing! She came home a much calmer dog than she was prior to her leaving. She responded to my commands and seemed much happier to please me. On two separate occasions, I had a house full of company and Stella didn't snap at anyone, listened to me the whole night, and was able to stay calm and lay down. My company even commented on how different Stella was! I'm still cautious with her being around new people based on my history with her, but we've come such a long way and I have a lot more trust in her now than I ever did before. The board and train program does carry a heavy price tag, but I think it was worth every penny. In addition to the board and train portion of the program, you get two in-home training sessions, and unlimited group training sessions that are held throughout the week at their facility. Once Stella officially graduates, I plan on taking her to the group classes to continue teaching her new things and keeping up her socialization with other dogs and people. What I think sets this entire operation apart from other programs are the people that work there. Everyone I have been in contact with both from the training aspect as well as the kennel have been absolutely wonderful. They are truly passionate about their work and it shows. I feel like I am leaving my dog with extended family, knowing that they will take care of her every need. I was so happy with everything that I take Stella back to get groomed there as well. It's so cute watching her leave and giving kisses to the staff members as she's walking out. If you have a difficult dog or one you just want to behave better, look into K9 basics. It was the best decision I could have made for me and my dog! read more

We had always gotten our dogs as 6-8 week puppies. This time we adopted a 5 month old shelter rescue, we named her Dakota. Well I must tell you we went through 1 year of total hell, with a completely stressed out household. It seemed Dakota was already set in her ways. She was very spiteful(if we turned our backs for 2 minutes she would steal and destroy something. We walked around with open wounds and bruises from her biting and nipping(her way of playing). Our clothing had holes in them from her pulling on us. She ate our sofa, prescription eye glasses, clothes and anything she could get. She would jump on us and other people, and is so strong she would knock us over. We could not walk her as she would pull us off our feet. Dakota would beg and the table and steal off the counters. We could not watch television as she would be pulling on our shoes. The final straw came when I went to take something away from her and she deliberately bit me. I had to go to the ER. We were done. We were ready to return her to the shelter,( as a dog should never turn against the hand that feeds them). But we loved her. I called my veterinarian and she recommended Dakota be given another chance. She suggested we take her to K-9 Basics. We took her for an evaluation and Brian assured us her behavior could be changed. We must say, we were very skeptical. However, after the first week of classes we had a brand new dog. People would come in and say "did they switch dogs when you weren't looking", "this is amazing". She started school the beginning of March, she if off leash and has been for a very long time. She is now a very loving, affectionate, submissive obedient dog that listens to us and other people. She is a much happier dog and our home is totally stress free. Believe it or not, we are now considering getting another rescue. The K-9 Basics staff truly love their work and your dog. They make you feel like you have known them forever. Cost of K-9 Basics, cost of collar, result PRICELESS. read more