I trained nosework with Michael and Natalie for several years when they were based in Southern…read moreCalifornia and continue to train with them when they return for occasional weekend training sessions. We miss them, but Missouri is lucky to have such great trainers. Although I trained nosework with them, I learned much more. With them, there is a reason behind everything done during training. And the reason is explained. As a result, not only did my dog learn nosework and become a more confident dog, but I also learned how to be a better handler and trainer.

From the owner: Since 2010, we've trained dogs professionally in communities from Southern California to our…read morecurrent home here in Missouri. As certified trainers, we help many puppies, adult dogs, and multi-dog households with their areas of need. Plus, we specialize in intrinsic sports training, such as nose work, Treibball, and DogJutsu. We believe training should be fun for everyone (and every pup) -- and the best way to do that is to encourage each dog to follow their natural instincts. We're always learning and attending seminars, so we can ensure we're providing you with the most up-to-date knowledge possible. You can expect happy smiles and waggin' tails with our help!

Modern K9 has helped train 2 of our dogs that foster failed. A human selective dog and another dog…read moreaggressive dog. Plus they trained my husband how to be a better handler. When other training groups failed they helped...and both dogs have lifetime training support. They work with several area rescues helping difficult dogs get the help they need to be adoptable. Cannot endorse them enough.

PROUD to be part of the Modern K9 family! They are amazing! We love them and so does our boy Drax!read more

Simultaneously homey and professional. Ms. Rea provides the kind of attention, affection, and…read moreoutdoor time that more pricey kennels expect clients to pay additional fees for. From grooming to boarding, Country Life Bed & Biscuit is an exceptional value.

Patti is absolutely the BEST. She is patient, kind and loving to all of the animals in her kennel…read moreand her grooming clients. She always took very special care of our VERY old senior dog, Fred, through a host of physical maladies. She gets to know each individual dog, and treats them with such kindness. She is wonderful!

We have used MidMo for helping train our dog Ruby. The lessons were affordable and thorough and…read morewhile we were there, we noticed that they offered boarding and grooming services. We have now used everything MidMo has to offer and they do a wonderful job. Ruby is never nervous to go when I take her in for boarding, and we get photos throughout her stay. She always looks perfect after her grooming services. This place has many wonderful services and we are lucky to have found this place for our Ruby!

I've used MidMo Dog Training's board and train service for both of my dogs. The results were beyond…read moremy expectations on both occasions. Jennifer and her team did a great job teaching my dogs basic obedience. I would not hesitate to recommend MidMo Dog training for anyone looking for a competent and compassionate trainer for their canine companion.

This is the best place ever to bring your dog for training. I am so pleased with every part of K9…read moreKamp Dog Training. Your dog becomes part of their family. After training, everyone you meet will be complimenting your dog's behavior and how well they are working with you.

I rescued a loveable, wild, and very strong dog who started acting out after we moved houses. I'm…read morenot talking normal acting out- I'm talking going THROUGH fences causing damage, jumping out of windows through screens, pulling me across surfaces eventually dragging me to do what he wants if I told him no. I originally took him to another training camp in Wentzville for a few months for training hoping to find someone that knew how to help me handle him- no luck, literally zero improvement months later and lots of money spent. Then I took him to K9 Kamp and things changed. I sent him for the couple week program with very little hope of ever controlling him and super super fearful that all the training would "break" his spirit. When I got him back I knew instantly that the right decision was made. He listen when we told him the first time, wasn't going after other dogs, and still had his spirit!!! The difference is night and day and I honestly wish I would have known about this place before I spent a bunch of money with other trainers who didn't know how to train a dog like this. If you are on the fence like I was- do it. You won't regret it. Yes, it is a little sad not having your pup for a few weeks but it is 100% worth it when you don't have the stress in your life anymore from a dog that just doesn't listen. They are known for their training program cross country- it took us a month just to get in so you know they are good! I got pictures and videos daily showing his progress and reminding me it's worth not having him to cuddle at night. THANK YOU K9 KAMP!!! I don't know what I would have done without your expertise!!! You saved my dog and gave me peace and that was worth every penny!!!

Amazing on all levels! We do all our boarding and training with Lynsey and it has been nothing but…read moreoutstanding! ANY dog issue or concerns you have, Lynsey can help!! I can not even begin to describe the wonderful things she has done with my giant breed babies!

Lynsey is passionate about training, she is patient and knowledgeable. Gumbo and I are in her…read moreagility class and have learned so much valuable information. She makes it fun while teaching. I would recommend Lynsey and Infinite Pawsibilities for any of her classes or training. You will not be disappointed.

We have had a wonderful experience at both the Columbia and Waterloo locations with the incredible…read morestaff and well stocked inventory. My husband and I have been able to recommend Three Tails to so many friends and family members that have dogs because supporting local small businesses matters. Thank you for providing such a valuable resource to pet owners that is so hard to find these days!

If you're looking for good pet food, great advice, or grooming services... this is your place. The…read moreowner, Taylor is always available for questions or concerns. She truly cares about your pet. Everything in the store is organic and Taylor is certified in pet nutrition. Any questions you have... she has the answers. And she loves when I bring my dogs with me shopping. They love the toys she offers and the treats are the best! I will always come here for my pet needs! You won't be disappointed.

The owner Luke, has such a passion and gift for working with dogs it is amazing! I highly recommend…read moretheir service.

The Packsmith is assisting us with training our dog. We cannot say enough good things about Luke…read more He understands dog behavior and knows how to help us help our dog. Luke is kind yet all business. Just call him. You will get no-bs, compassionate training, whether it is for a puppy or adult dog with issues.

Our adopted 60-pound pit, Hulk, was in need of some training. He loves people, but he was getting a…read morelittle too aggressive with dogs and was acting up at home (I said goodbye to a favorite pair of shoes and a couple rugs). We needed some real help, which is when we found Bob. After 2 visits with Bob, our boy calmed down tremendously, started listening to us, got better on walks, and hasn't destroyed anything. Just 2 visits!! Bob taught us how to be better dog parents and create a sense of security so that our pup knew he didn't have to fill the alpha role. We then left Hulk for a week with Bob and his dogs. While we were gone, Bob sent us videos of Hulk and he was actually socializing with the other dogs! We were really proud. He also came home even calmer, which was much appreciated after a week of being away. Bob really is great with dogs, and he knows how to work with people, too. We learned so much from him and will definitely continue to work with him. He's got an interesting approach, but it works! Don't hesitate--give him a call and try him out!

My experience with Bob echoes those of other reviewers who found his training methods excessively…read moreforceful, compulsion-focused, and unresponsive to the signals my dog was sending. Not only did I find his training style personally objectionable, it set my dog's forward progress back by desensitizing him to low-force corrections (which he has always been quite responsive to) and triggering several instances of severe dog reaction while Bob was working with us. I initially got in touch with Bob to help with my 60 lb pit bull's reactivity problem. I have invested many hours and dollars training him, and he is well-behaved and obedient with minor exceptions - dogs and door knocks being the two I wanted Bob's help with. When I called Bob, he made several assumptions about my training and interactions with my dog, almost all of which were inaccurate. He spoke over me and did not show interest in what I've done so far, choosing instead to point to mistakes he thought I was making, only for me to say "no, I've been training my dog for years, we don't do that." When he arrived, as planned, he knocked on my door, and my dog started barking. I crated my dog, opened the door for Bob, and then let my dog out of the crate when he stopped barking. My dog greeted Bob curiously, and then slowly got more excited, finally jumping on Bob. Bob's reaction was (no exaggeration!) to karate chop my dog in the neck, to which my dog immediately began reacting, growling and barking at Bob. This took my dog from curious and cautious to downright protective. Bob then told me that I had to correct my dog into stopping his reaction. I got his attention and he eventually calmed down. He then took about 10 minutes to readjust and meet Bob calmly again. While I don't want my dog jumping on visitors (and he almost never does), I am confident there are methods less forceful than a karate chop to make the change. To be clear, *Bob is the only visitor my dog has ever reacted this way with.* It's clear to me that Bob triggered the reaction and it seems he wanted credit for putting out the fire that he started. Following this, we went out for the planned walk. We went in the direction of dogs, and Bob instructed me to not allow mine to look at other dogs. When we came across a German Shepherd, I told my dog "Leave it," which he ignored. We were about 50 feet away, and Bob asked if he could take the leash, which I allowed. He loudly told my dog "Leave it!", which my dog, again, ignored. Bob then issued such a forceful correction on the prong collar that the bag holder attached to the leash broke apart. This, predictably, caused my dog to go from uncomfortable and suspicious of the other dog, to a full-blown fight-or-flight reaction (growling, barking, and pulling). Bob issued several more high-force corrections on the prong and then kicked my dog twice. Only when the German Shepherd went away did my dog stop reacting. After this, Bob told me that the "solution is an e-collar." To be clear, I have found success with balanced training methods, including corrections on a prong collar. I am not opposed to e-collars, BUT Bob then suggested that the only way to get my dog to stop reacting was to issue a shock so strong "it would get all 4 of [my dog's] feet off the ground." I have no interest in using a tool solely to inflict pain on my dog. We did this exercise with a couple more dogs, and each time, the heavy corrections triggered the initial reaction and failed to get him to stop once he was going. Bob's style is almost purely compulsion-based, and while this may elicit the desired changes in some dogs, it is rooted in a theory of training that hasn't been the norm for literal decades. It causes unnecessary pain and stress to the dog, and, crucially, is less effective than many other training styles. Bob also made several off-hand comments while we were together, including that he flipped a driver off while he was walking into my building (???) and that the way to get a dog to stop barking in its crate is to bang the top of the crate with a skillet and yell at the dog. I found his behavior strange and unprofessional. I ended up cutting our 2 hour session short and paying Bob for 1 hour of his time at his hourly rate of $195/hr.

Looking for a place to get your dog trained, Kranky K9 in Collinsville is your place…read more Bo and his staff took our two-year-old puppy and made her into grownup in four weeks. Bo is knowledgeable and passionate about his training. Try Kranky K9, you won't go wrong.

Trust Bo & do your homework. Our results were amazing. I can't thank Kranky K9 enough!read more