We will transform your dog
in as little as 2 weeks.
2–8 week programs Financing via Affirm Limited spots each month
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Sound familiar?
Lunging, barking, pulling toward every dog and person. You've stopped going to certain parks. You dread leaving the house.
You've spent thousands. Tried positive-only. Tried YouTube. Tried 2 or 3 different trainers. Nothing lasted more than a week.
Aggression is escalating. A bite. A lawsuit. A conversation about euthanasia. You know something has to change before it's too late.
"Before we brought Simba in I saw all the 5 star ratings and thought this is too good to be true. Well it's not. After two weeks he comes instantly when called and sits when other dogs come by. We honestly cannot believe he is the same dog."
Hugh M. · Hound rescue · 2-week Board & Train
Your dog lives with our team, trains 3-4 hours daily, and comes home a different animal. You get lifetime support after graduation. This is the last training program you'll ever need.
Apply for Board & TrainLimited spots each month. We respond within hours.
See It in Action
"Too aggressive to be outside."
Her vet, dog walker, and previous trainers all said the same thing. She couldn't be walked. Couldn't be around other dogs. Couldn't be trusted.
4 weeks later, she walks off-leash beside other dogs.
Doberman, 3 years. 4-week Board & Train.
"Uncontrollable. Couldn't be walked."
Every trainer they saw said the dog was too much. Too reactive. Too strong. Too dangerous. They were told to consider rehoming.
6 weeks later, fully off-leash reliable with perfect recall.
Belgian Malinois, 4 years. 6-week Board & Train.
"Pulled like a truck. Wouldn't listen. Ran away outdoors."
A young male Golden who was impossible on leash and had zero recall. Let him off and he was gone. Every walk was a fight.
Now walks on a loose leash and recalls reliably off-leash.
Golden Retriever, young male. Board & Train.
Board & Train Results
Real reviews from real board & train clients. Every one of these dogs came to us after something else failed.
Hugh M.
3 months ago
Before we brought Simba in I saw all the 5 star ratings and thought this is too good to be true. Well it's not. Simba is a rescue hound that was not house trained, pulled on his leash, went nuts around other dogs and ran away any time you let him off leash. After two weeks he comes instantly when called and sits when other dogs come by. We honestly cannot believe he is the same dog.
Hound rescue · 2 week board and train
Annie & Sam
2 months ago
Our cockapoo's anxiety was out of control after relocating to Toronto. Could not leave him alone at home. After 4 weeks he is a much calmer and happier version of himself. Walking at heel, crate trained, and situations we used to avoid are now enjoyable. Throughout the program we received weekly updates with photos. Best investment we could have made.
Cockapoo · 4 week board and train
Greg M.
5 weeks ago
My mini goldendoodle only listened if there was a treat involved. Poor recall, reactive, anxious, resource guarding. After one month board and train he came home a completely different dog. Calmer, happier, so much more confident. Listens to all commands and consistently looks to me for direction.
Mini Goldendoodle · Board and train
Inderpal O.
1 month ago
Struggled for almost two years with multiple trainers across Toronto and the GTA. Nobody could properly train our Husky. Anesh did what felt almost impossible. Sky is extremely well behaved, listens perfectly, walks without pulling. We still send him for refreshers because Anesh is always accommodating.
Husky · Board and train + refreshers
S. Indrawes
3 months ago
Had my 1 year old border collie mix checked in for 1 month due to obedience issues and extreme aggression towards strangers. Anesh came to our home to pick him up, very professional and knowledgeable. His obedience is now 100% better and his aggression is now limited to just looking at strangers, minimal to no barking. I feel that he is much more relaxed and happier.
Border Collie mix · 1 month board and train
Franklin C.
2 months ago
Outstanding board and train by professionals who care. The follow up is terrific as well. Our bully stayed with K9 for a month. She and all of us learned so much. Highly recommend.
Bully · 1 month board and train
Will C.
4 months ago
Highly recommend. Our 9 month old golden retriever came home able to settle in the house, walk calmly, and show noticeably better manners. The ongoing support after returning home has been genuinely valuable.
Golden Retriever · Board and train
KayLee B.
4 months ago
Had an amazing experience with K9 Academy. Such wonderful kind staff that did a great job with my less than 2 year wild dog. He has been very well behaved since their training. Thank You!
Mixed · Board and train
Sian L.
4 months ago
All of the trainers are so friendly and knowledgeable. We did the 4 week board and train with our dog and could not be happier!
4 week board and train
Our Programs
Basic obedience + manners
Ideal for young dogs that transition easily. Addresses basic behaviour issues like leash pulling, mild reactivity, and off-leash training in a short, focused program.
Behaviour modification + off-leash guarantee
For fearful, nervous, reactive, or over-excitable dogs. Dogs showing aggression toward humans or other dogs. This is the program most clients choose, and the only one that includes our off-leash guarantee.
100% off-leash reliability guaranteed
Aggression, anxiety + severe cases
For very nervous, anxious, or aggressive dogs. Multiple bite incidents, severe human and dog aggression, emergency cases, multi-dog conflict, and deep-rooted behavioural issues.
For complex bite history, emergency cases, multi-dog aggression, and dogs that need the most comprehensive rehabilitation program available. Full behavioural reset with extended support.
This is the last training investment you'll ever make. No other board and train in Ontario offers this.
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Unlimited group classes
All levels, forever. No extra cost.
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Drop-in sessions for life
Tune-ups whenever your dog needs one.
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Ongoing trainer support
Call us anytime. Send videos for feedback. We're here.
Most board and train programs give your dog 20-30 minutes of training a day. Ours is a full-time program. Your dog lives a structured, active day from morning to evening.
Our Puppy Start Right program is a 6-week board & train designed specifically for puppies. $3,995.
Financing available. Ask about financing when you apply.
Before
After Graduation
Most board & train programs are glorified boarding with 20 minutes of training. Ours is a full-time training program with daily structure.
| K9 Academy | Other Board & Train | |
|---|---|---|
| Daily training hours | 3-4 hrs + play/social | 20-30 min |
| Daily daycare + socialization | ||
| Outdoor experiences + real-world proofing | ||
| Dog-to-dog socialization sessions | Rarely | |
| Video/photo updates | Weekly | Varies |
| Owner handoff sessions | Sometimes | |
| Lifetime support after graduation | ||
| Free access to all group programs | ||
| Severe aggression + bite cases | Often refused | |
| E-collar training included | Varies | |
| Financing available | Affirm | Rarely |
| 100% off-leash guarantee (4wk) |
Common Questions
It is. and it should be, because your dog gets 3-4 hours of structured training every day, daily daycare and socialization, outdoor real-world experiences, weekly updates, owner handoff sessions, and lifetime support after graduation. Most board & train programs charge similar prices for 20 minutes of daily training. Ours is a full-time program. We also include free access to all group programs after graduation, and financing is available through Affirm so you can start now and pay over time.
This is the #1 concern. and the reason we include owner handoff sessions in every program. Before you pick your dog up, we spend time teaching you exactly how to maintain everything. Same commands, same tools, same approach. We also give you lifetime access to our group classes so your dog stays sharp, and our team is available for ongoing support if anything comes up. The training sticks because we train the owner too.
Completely understandable. Your dog stays at our dedicated facility in Stouffville with our training team. the same people, every day. We send weekly photo and video updates so you can see exactly how they're doing. You're welcome to call anytime. Most owners tell us their dog was more comfortable than they expected within the first day or two.
We hear this regularly. Most board & train programs are essentially glorified boarding; your dog sits in a kennel and gets 20 minutes of training a day. Ours is a full-time training program: 3-4 hours of structured work daily, plus socialization, outdoor experiences, and real-world proofing. That's why our results are different. Read our reviews. the majority of our clients came to us after something else failed.
There has never been a case we couldn't help. We specialize in the dogs other trainers turn down. severe aggression, multiple bite incidents, multi-dog fighting, extreme anxiety, dogs that have been through 2-3 trainers with no results. Our Intensive Rehabilitation program exists specifically for these cases. If your dog has a problem, we can fix it.
Your dog gets 3-4 hours of structured training (not 20 minutes), daily daycare with supervised play and socialization, outdoor experiences and environmental exposure, crate training and settling practice, and structured walks. They're not sitting in a kennel. They're living a full, structured day that builds the behaviours you want and eliminates the ones you don't.
You get lifetime support. call us anytime with questions, send us videos for feedback, bring your dog back for refresher sessions. You also get free access to all of our group class programs so your dog can continue learning and socializing in a structured environment. No other board & train program offers this.
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"Three trainers told us our GSD was a lost cause. K9 Academy took him on without hesitation. After 4 weeks of Board & Train, we have a completely different dog. Best decision we ever made."
— David & Kim L. · German Shepherd, 3 years
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