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JJillian A.3 months ago
★★★★★
We sent our 16wk puppy, Bash, and 5 year old dog, Kali, to board and train. Our puppy for 2 weeks and dog for 3. You get multiple trainings throughout the boarding to really have a good foundation for them coming back home. We see a huge improvement for the both of them. The highlight recently was...
EEmilyAnn W.5 months ago
★★★★★
We had such a great experience with All Around K9 Training and truly can’t recommend them enough! One of my favorite parts was the consistent communication, they sent detailed updates three times a week with fun pictures and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind while our dog was there. It...
NNatalie B.3 weeks ago
★★★★★
My husband and I were so pleased and blown away by All Around K9 with our dog Cleo, that we knew we had to send our other dog Lily with them too. Lily is a wonderful, 6 year old pup that may be too smart for her own good, stubborn, and very independently minded. Overall, Lily had a decent...
JJillian A.3 months ago
★★★★★
We sent our 16wk puppy, Bash, and 5 year old dog, Kali, to board and train. Our puppy for 2 weeks and dog for 3. You get multiple trainings throughout the boarding to really have a good foundation for them coming back home. We see a huge improvement for the both of them. The highlight recently was...
EEmilyAnn W.5 months ago
★★★★★
We had such a great experience with All Around K9 Training and truly can’t recommend them enough! One of my favorite parts was the consistent communication, they sent detailed updates three times a week with fun pictures and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind while our dog was there. It...
NNatalie B.3 weeks ago
★★★★★
My husband and I were so pleased and blown away by All Around K9 with our dog Cleo, that we knew we had to send our other dog Lily with them too. Lily is a wonderful, 6 year old pup that may be too smart for her own good, stubborn, and very independently minded. Overall, Lily had a decent...
AAlexandra S.6 months ago
★★★★★
It has been over a week since my puppy, Billie, completed the two-week Board & Train program with Clay, and she is a completely different puppy—in the best way. She walks significantly better, listens more, is much more confident, and is excited to learn new things. Of course, she can still be a...
TThalia F.8 months ago
★★★★★
At the all around k-9 training services has overall been an excellent experience for my puppy and I to get hands on training. Everyone is super kind, honest, and very diligent when it comes to scheduling for training. I felt very at ease knowing my puppy is in good hands with motivational trainers...
CCaleb M.3 months ago
★★★★★
Our experience was great! Clay was an excellent trainer, and I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for dog training. These guys truly know what they’re doing and genuinely care about your dog like it’s their own. We felt supported throughout the process and really appreciated the...
KKim S.5 months ago
★★★★★
We have a dog named, Kolohe and she is an active, playful, and spunky pup. We felt we needed help with fine tuning behavioral issues. Typical puppy things like, nipping, jumping on everyone, not taking most of our commands. It was frustrating for us, and her as well. I met with Gary, the owner and...
CCrystal S.5 months ago
★★★★★
There are not enough good things I can say about AAK9. We took our European Doberman, Cairo, to them as a puppy (around 6 months) for their board and train program and again at about a year old. Due to him being a large breed, that can have a bad wrap, and also having two small and old dogs at...
RRachel N.a month ago
★★★★★
The AAK9 team is amazing. We did a two week board and train followed by weekly lessons for 6 weeks. Before AAK9 we couldn’t take our 1.5 year old lab in public or walk him around on leash him due to his excitement and anxiety. Now? Night and day difference. He is so much more calm and well behaved...
WWilliam G.5 months ago
★★★★★
We went with the 3 week board and train package for Bear, and could not be more pleased with the outcome. Bear is an American Bully mix and at roughly 10-12 months of age, he still has high energy and a lot of puppy in him. During each training session we noticed large improvements in his...
SStephen P.8 months ago
★★★★★
After completing the 3-week board and train program with my dog Opal, I can confidently say that working with Gary and Clay (our main trainer) at All Around K9 was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Opal came from a tough background — a traumatic experience with my grandma’s “guard” dog left...
PPatricia R.a month ago
★★★★★
Our trainer Kay was outstanding with our Pup Snoop .. K was able to meet all our expectations. The turnout for our snoop was excellent. He’s very disciplined and obedient and at the same time he loves to have fun thank you Kay for doing such a remarkable and outstanding work with our snoop…… I...
MMallory N.8 months ago
★★★★★
I could never recommend AAK9 enough! Sending my Boerboel, Primo, to the 2-week board and train was the best decision I could’ve made — not just for him, but for myself too. Gary, Kae, and the entire team of trainers are incredibly knowledgeable and truly take pride in their work. From the very...
DDee H.4 months ago
★★★★★
I have used all around K9 to train both of my rotties and they did a great job with my dogs and my family. Gary and Clay wonderful trainers and full of knowledge. I would definitely recommend all around if you’re looking for a trainer for your dogs. They have made an our lives so much better.
JJoshua H.7 months ago
★★★★★
This is the 2nd time I've used AA9K. Highly recommend. Gary runs a fantastic facility. I've had the pleasure of working with two different trainers now. Recent one is Clay. Super responsive, very personable, and overall great a trainer. We took our pup who is 16 weeks old. He came back with a great...
EEmma P.a year ago
★★★★★
We have loved working with Gary and Clay at All Around K9 Training. We have worked with them for our two dogs, Bo and Murphy. We were skeptical in the beginning after some bad experiences with prior trainers but immediately felt the difference with All Around K9 Training. Our dog Bo is a...
CCharlie C.2 months ago
★★★★★
Me and my partner went in with low hopes in being able to reunite our dogs or make any progress, especially because my dog is dog aggressive. But with all of the education and lessons Gary taught us it made us realize how much we were letting our dogs do things that they shouldn't do which...
LLauren G.5 months ago
★★★★★
I was so impressed with the training that Millie received. This program helped her come out of her shell and let her personality shine even more. She is so much more confident and obedient. I now have the tools to continue training at home. I felt very supported throughout the whole process and...
NNatalie B.3 weeks ago
★★★★★
...Overall, Lily had a decent foundation but required work on some things (reactivity, leash pulling, recall). Walking was stressful, being around other pets was a major uncertainty, and her recall was a safety concern due to her being bit by a copperhead in the past. When she was about 3 years old, a...
SStephen P.8 months ago
★★★★★
...Opal came from a tough background — a traumatic experience with my grandma’s “guard” dog left her reactive and fearful around other dogs and people. For years, she either bolted away or rumbled low growls anytime we encountered another dog. I spent nearly three years researching trainers before...
EEmma P.a year ago
★★★★★
...Our dog Bo is a complicated case, with significant anxiety/fear and "aggression" or reactivity, especially in the home. No other trainers have even been able to handle Bo or gain his trust...or even try to be honest. But literally on day 1, Gary got to work with handling Bo himself, safely and...
KKampbell H.11 months ago
★★★★★
...Cash is a reactive dog, and before training, it was tough to take him out in public or get him to listen consistently. Now, he's so much more focused and responsive and we can already tell things are going to be totally different moving forward. All of our training sessions with Jason and Gary were...
JJulie N.10 months ago
★★★★★
...I loved that reactive dog, but I love this new calm, relaxed, well trained dog that I have now even more. The dog you see in the picture I had never met. So blown away that she sat relaxed in the midst of all that going on around her. That picture is a perfect example of what All Around K9 Training...
NNata year ago
★★★★★
...We have a German Shepard/Belgium Malanois mix that we adopted from a shelter at 3 years old and she was extremely reactive at home and in public. We couldn't take her out on walks anymore because any person or animal she saw, she would lunge at and wouldn't stop. Every knock or phone noise would...
EEmilie T.a year ago
★★★★★
...Jason was amazing with my dog Goose, who struggled with anxiety, reactivity and most of all a lack of confidence. Jason and Gary were very thorough explaining the best course of action to help Goose. Jason was patient and kind with Goose, as well as understanding and respectful of my questions and...
MMegan D.3 years ago
★★★★★
...My sweet rescue dog Winnie had a lot of fear-based reactivity to other people and dogs. She's only 13 lbs but has a lot of personality. She allegedly came from a hoarding situation, so it makes sense that she doesn't understand how to act outside, around other dogs, on a leash, etc. I couldn't...
SSusan A.2 years ago
★★★★★
...The reactivity is gone. The jumping and pulling is gone. Last weekend we had our first wild pig encounter since training at our place in Round Top- and the dogs immediately came to me and did not chase the pig - respond incredibly well to voice commands with very little e collar reminders...
CChristiana S.3 months ago
★★★★★
My reactive dog and I had a great experience with Gary and Clay. They helped teach me how to handle my pup better when he is in those reactive moments and how to get ahead of it. I saw progress within the very first lesson. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who needs dog training
AAnna M.2 years ago
★★★★★
...My 9 month old German shepherd puppy had major issues with anxiety and reactivity, always barking and snarling at other dogs on leash, and would often react similarly when meeting new …
AAmanda B.3 years ago
★★★★★
We could not be happier with our choice to go with All Around K9 Training for our very reactive 15 month old Mini Australian Shepherd, Remy. We had downloaded apps, read blogs, watched videos, and tried everything we could to stop the …
AAngelica W.3 years ago
★★★★★
...He’s a great dog that had become fear-reactive around other dogs after being attacked at a dog park and then under-socialized. But …
BBailey A.2 years ago
★★★★★
...He was extremely fear aggressive and reactive. Tara started off the first night with us and showed us how to give Ryder …
LLyanni G.4 years ago
★★★★★
...I’m so thoroughly impressed by the training my girl, Indie, received when we dropped her off with Tara and Gary for the 2 week board and train program. While Indie was a sweetheart, she was extremely reactive and anxious while on …
MMelissa G.2 years ago
★★★★★
...Badger a border collie mix I rescued 8 years ago to work on my goat farm had always struggled with being reactive, fearful and anxious. Lots of things triggered him to hide and go on …
EEmma P.a year ago
★★★★★
...Our dog Bo is a complicated case, with significant anxiety/fear and "aggression" or reactivity, especially in the home. No other trainers have even been able to handle Bo or gain his trust...or even try to be honest. But literally on day 1, Gary got to work with handling Bo himself, safely and...
CCharlie C.2 months ago
★★★★★
Me and my partner went in with low hopes in being able to reunite our dogs or make any progress, especially because my dog is dog aggressive. But with all of the education and lessons Gary taught us it made us realize how much we were letting our dogs do things that they shouldn't do which...
MMegan D.3 years ago
★★★★★
...I couldn't leave my house without her barking aggressively (as aggressive as an Italian Greyhound mix can be) and lunging at people/dogs. Other dogs would be very far away, up to 40-50 feet and she would have the same reaction. I live in a busy apartment complex with a lot of foot traffic and other...
EEmily S.4 years ago
★★★★★
...Before the program he was a VERY anxious/aggressive toward other dogs and unknown people. Whenever we would try to take him for a walk he pull, nip, and bark uncontrollably. Overall, we were very concerned about his behavior in the long run. Tara and Gary sent us updates on Koda with pictures and...
HHannah H.3 years ago
★★★★★
...They helped me with my dog’s social anxiety and fear based aggression. Not only did they train my dog, they trained me on how to set myself up for success with my dog’s environmental behavior. 10/10 recommend anyone with a dog- whatever the trainings needs might be, small or big, to go to All...
BBailey A.2 years ago
★★★★★
...He was extremely fear aggressive and reactive. Tara started off the first night with us and showed us how to give Ryder …
RRichard G.4 years ago
★★★★★
My wife and I brought our puppy Ryker to Gary and Tara for some serious fear aggression/anxiety issues. I have been trying to think of something, anything, negative to say about this experience, but nothing but positivity comes to mind. …
JJennifer E.3 years ago
★★★★★
...We came to All Around K9 Training after adopting our 5 year old German Shepard from our daughter. His issue was anxiety and aggression. We tried everything - positive …
GGidget W.2 years ago
★★★★★
...What a match, correct? I knew I would need training, as well as Mia (according to the shelter, she had some dog aggression, and was escape …
KKayla L.3 years ago
★★★★★
...Before I found them, walking my two dogs was like a dreaded task. Phoenix seemed to be dog aggressive and Pharoh was so terrified of everything I couldn’t get him to go anywhere. …
EEsmi G.4 years ago
★★★★★
My dog Luna (2 yr old German Shepherd) just spent 2 weeks at All Around K9 Training and let me tell you she’s a whole different dog!! Luna was very anxious and fear aggressive, she was trained as a puppy and because “life” happened, I …
SStephen P.8 months ago
★★★★★
...For years, she either bolted away or rumbled low growls anytime we encountered another dog. I spent nearly three years researching trainers before trusting All Around K9, and I’m so glad I did. From day one, Gary and Clay took the time to evaluate Opal carefully and show me the training steps...
RRachel N.a month ago
★★★★★
...Before AAK9 we couldn’t take our 1.5 year old lab in public or walk him around on leash him due to his excitement and anxiety. Now? Night and day difference. He is so much more calm and well behaved in public settings and we can comfortably take him on walks!
SStephen P.8 months ago
★★★★★
...Opal came from a tough background — a traumatic experience with my grandma’s “guard” dog left her reactive and fearful around other dogs and people. For years, she either bolted away or rumbled low growls anytime we encountered another dog. I spent nearly three years researching trainers before...
EEmma P.a year ago
★★★★★
...Our dog Bo is a complicated case, with significant anxiety/fear and "aggression" or reactivity, especially in the home. No other trainers have even been able to handle Bo or gain his trust...or even try to be honest. But literally on day 1, Gary got to work with handling Bo himself, safely and...
EEmilie T.a year ago
★★★★★
...Jason was amazing with my dog Goose, who struggled with anxiety, reactivity and most of all a lack of confidence. Jason and Gary were very thorough explaining the best course of action to help Goose. Jason was patient and kind with Goose, as well as understanding and respectful of my questions and...
MMegan D.3 years ago
★★★★★
...My sweet rescue dog Winnie had a lot of fear-based reactivity to other people and dogs. She's only 13 lbs but has a lot of personality. She allegedly came from a hoarding situation, so it makes sense that she doesn't understand how to act outside, around other dogs, on a leash, etc. I couldn't...
SSabrina M.5 months ago
★★★★★
...Clay was our trainer and he was very easy to work with and helped us to feel more confident in handling our pup as well as helped our dog navigate through her anxiety in social situations. Id recommend Clay and AAK9 to anyone. 10/10 experience
CCarisa R.3 years ago
★★★★★
...Our 5 year old Mini Aussie had tons of social anxiety. We hated taking her to public spaces and dealing with the poor manners, pulling and whining on the leash, and being anxious with dogs near by. She would run and chase things out the door of our home. And also had “selective hearing” as we would...
HHannah H.3 years ago
★★★★★
...They helped me with my dog’s social anxiety and fear based aggression. Not only did they train my dog, they trained me on how to set myself up for success with my dog’s environmental behavior. 10/10 recommend anyone with a dog- whatever the trainings needs might be, small or big, to go to All...
AAnna M.2 years ago
★★★★★
...My 9 month old German shepherd puppy had major issues with anxiety and reactivity, always barking and snarling at other dogs on leash, and would often react similarly when meeting new …
JJacqueline L.2 years ago
★★★★★
...She had had training as a pup by a variety of trainers and did ok but she developed some anxiety around other dogs. It …
AAngelica W.3 years ago
★★★★★
...He’s a great dog that had become fear-reactive around other dogs after being attacked at a dog park and then under-socialized. But …
JJaime G.3 years ago
★★★★★
...My gfs basset had lots of problems and anxiety, he is now very confident and ready to take on the world. I drove 12 hours for these guys and I would do it again in a heart beat.
SStella S.6 months ago
★★★★★
...She’s now two years old and developed a fear of men, unrelated to the training. But with the help of AAK9, I’ve been able to implement methods …
MMariajose O.3 years ago
★★★★★
...Before the training Archie was super anxious and he really struggled when he was left alone. After the first training sessions Archie was …
RRichard G.4 years ago
★★★★★
My wife and I brought our puppy Ryker to Gary and Tara for some serious fear aggression/anxiety issues. I have been trying to think of something, anything, negative to say about this experience, but nothing but positivity comes to mind. …
LLyanni G.4 years ago
★★★★★
...I’m so thoroughly impressed by the training my girl, Indie, received when we dropped her off with Tara and Gary for the 2 week board and train program. While Indie was a sweetheart, she was extremely reactive and anxious while on …
AAlejandro P.a year ago
★★★★★
...Our working line German Shepherd was suffering from a lot of anxiety and uncontrolled energy. We tried with different trainers and none of them seemed to be making a difference. Gary did an …
JJennifer E.3 years ago
★★★★★
...We came to All Around K9 Training after adopting our 5 year old German Shepard from our daughter. His issue was anxiety and aggression. We tried everything - positive …
MMarissa L.5 years ago
★★★★★
...However, we quickly experienced tremendous difficulty walking her or even controlling her nonstop barking at people walking by our fence or at the neighbor’s dogs. Her anxiety had …
TTatiana S.5 years ago
★★★★★
...Our puppy is 6 month German shepherd and was raised during quarantine, and I was afraid that she was still too little for training. She was VERY anxious to meet new people, would bark at everyone on …
JJosh W.5 years ago
★★★★★
...Leeli was 13 months old when we rescued her. She has always been super sweet, but terribly anxious when we would leave her alone in the house. She destroyed 4 …
EEsmi G.4 years ago
★★★★★
My dog Luna (2 yr old German Shepherd) just spent 2 weeks at All Around K9 Training and let me tell you she’s a whole different dog!! Luna was very anxious and fear aggressive, she was trained as a puppy and because “life” happened, I …
JJames B.3 years ago
★★★★★
...She was unfocused, anxious, and generally agitated before. After working with Tara and Gary (especially leaving her with them for a one week "boot camp"), she has completely …
SSarah C.6 years ago
★★★★★
...She is a high energy, restless, and nervous dog. Within the first two sessions Tara had her looking to obey. Delta Dawn clicked with Tara and actually wanted to follow commands. It’s like …
BBrandon B.4 years ago
★★★★★
My 1 1/2 year old Minnie schnauzer had some anxiety and serious social issues. Before the training I was not able to walk him or take him out in public. After the training we’ve been able to walk in a public store, hang out with family all with no issues. Tara and Gary did an awesome job and are...
MMaribel W.4 years ago
★★★★★
All Around K9 Training helped us with our "scared of everything but acts tough" guy. They helped give our GSD a foundation of confidence, and gave us tools that will help him grow into a confident, friendly, well rounded pup.
TThe F.3 years ago
★★★★★
...1st he was a scared timid guy (non aggresive) and just a hyper little guy. Now he is all wiggle butts and not afraid as much whilw meeting ppl pr going to …
MMelissa G.2 years ago
★★★★★
...Badger a border collie mix I rescued 8 years ago to work on my goat farm had always struggled with being reactive, fearful and anxious. Lots of things triggered him to hide and go on …
NNatalie B.3 weeks ago
★★★★★
...Overall, Lily had a decent foundation but required work on some things (reactivity, leash pulling, recall). Walking was stressful, being around other pets was a major uncertainty, and her recall was a safety concern due to her being bit by a copperhead in the past. When she was about 3 years old, a...
RRachel N.a month ago
★★★★★
...Before AAK9 we couldn’t take our 1.5 year old lab in public or walk him around on leash him due to his excitement and anxiety. Now? Night and day difference. He is so much more calm and well behaved in public settings and we can comfortably take him on walks!
LLauren P.a year ago
★★★★★
...Before I brought him he would pull while on leash, jump on anyone he met, and didn’t have great recall. I had a great experience with Gary during our phone consultation and he was able answer any and all questions I had! I requested for Griffin to train with Clay, as two of my friends had him train...
NNata year ago
★★★★★
...We couldn't take her out on walks anymore because any person or animal she saw, she would lunge at and wouldn't stop. Every knock or phone noise would set her off, and we didn't know what to do anymore. We took her here after seeing all the reviews and couldn't be happier. We met with her trainer...
SSusan A.2 years ago
★★★★★
...The leash walking is incredible- my husband took the Mal this evening for the first time and he was blown away. The reactivity is gone. The jumping and pulling is gone. Last weekend we had our first wild pig encounter since training at our place in Round Top- and the dogs immediately came to me and...
EEmily S.4 years ago
★★★★★
...Whenever we would try to take him for a walk he pull, nip, and bark uncontrollably. Overall, we were very concerned about his behavior in the long run. Tara and Gary sent us updates on Koda with pictures and information on how he was doing. When he came back from training he was a MUCH better...
LLeah S.2 years ago
★★★★★
...She would constantly pull on the leash, jump, nip, and had some pottying issues. After many frustrations and researching trainers nearby, we decided to go with the board and train program at All Around K9 Training where we had her there for one week and brought her back for a second week when she...
CCarisa R.3 years ago
★★★★★
...We hated taking her to public spaces and dealing with the poor manners, pulling and whining on the leash, and being anxious with dogs near by. She would run and chase things out the door of our home. And also had “selective hearing” as we would say when asking her to sit, stay or come. Our friends...
AAustin W.a year ago
★★★★★
...He constantly pulled on the leash, making it impossible for my wife (who is quite small) to walk him safely. After working with All …
TTerra T.5 years ago
★★★★★
...Both dogs made it miserable to take them for a walk. They would pull so hard! Teddy would try and pull/bark to get to any other person …
BBrenda R.2 years ago
★★★★★
My girl Aelin (German Shepherd, 6mos) has gained so much confidence after attending All Around K9 Training , we get many compliments on how well behaved she is in public. She’s no longer getting distracted and pulling . Very thankful to Tara , Gary and team !
TTrish H.3 years ago
★★★★★
...He is extremely firm yet patient and it is obvious how much he really loves and understands dogs. We had issues with Truman pulling when walking and jumping on his "friends". With the …
JJillian A.3 months ago
★★★★★
...The highlight recently was being able to walk both of them at the same time with no stress of pulling. Incredibly thankful for everyone we worked with. Our two trainers were Clay and Jason and they were very knowledgeable.
BBrandon B.4 years ago
★★★★★
...Before the training I was not able to walk him or take him out in public. After the training we’ve been able to walk in a public store, hang out with family all with no issues. Tara and Gary did an awesome job and are very informative in the training process
KKim S.5 months ago
★★★★★
...Typical puppy things like, nipping, jumping on everyone, not taking most of our commands. It was frustrating for us, and her as well. I met with Gary, the owner and he did a great job of explaining what they do and sharing his experience with dogs. We were connected to one of his lead trainers...
LLauren P.a year ago
★★★★★
...Before I brought him he would pull while on leash, jump on anyone he met, and didn’t have great recall. I had a great experience with Gary during our phone consultation and he was able answer any and all questions I had! I requested for Griffin to train with Clay, as two of my friends had him train...
SSusan A.2 years ago
★★★★★
...The jumping and pulling is gone. Last weekend we had our first wild pig encounter since training at our place in Round Top- and the dogs immediately came to me and did not chase the pig - respond incredibly well to voice commands with very little e collar reminders necessary. The dogs are calmer...
BBeth-ann J.9 months ago
★★★★★
...My mini poodle attended the boarding and training program to improve his confidence, curb FOMO/excessive barking/nipping/jumping on people, and develop obedience skills in general. He is a calmer and more confident pup as a result! He returned home with a solid understanding of the leash, obedience...
LLeah S.2 years ago
★★★★★
...She would constantly pull on the leash, jump, nip, and had some pottying issues. After many frustrations and researching trainers nearby, we decided to go with the board and train program at All Around K9 Training where we had her there for one week and brought her back for a second week when she...
CCaitlina year ago
★★★★★
...He was jumping a lot and had a hard time relaxing. I also have a toddler and we live in a small space currently so I needed help getting things under control for everyone’s safety and happiness. I signed up for a 2 week board and train program for on leash training and basic obedience. We...
PPriscilla G.a year ago
★★★★★
...Before training, Theo was constantly biting, jumping on everyone, and destroying things around the house. We were overwhelmed and knew we needed help. Jason was Theo’s trainer, and he was amazing! He was professional, friendly, and made both me and my daughter feel comfortable and involved...
BBridget A.4 years ago
★★★★★
...We sent in a very active dog that was constantly jumping on and nipping at the children. Our dog came back completely well trained and easy to manage following the training guidelines …
TTrish H.3 years ago
★★★★★
...He is extremely firm yet patient and it is obvious how much he really loves and understands dogs. We had issues with Truman pulling when walking and jumping on his "friends". With the …
MMary B.4 years ago
★★★★★
...We brought our very unruly dog to them and now we have a very obedient dog who I can walk without worrying about her jumping all over people or running away from me. Would highly recommend!!!
KKay F.5 years ago
★★★★★
...We adopted a very energetic and totally undisciplined 4 month old husky mix puppy, Axel. We went through a few months of the puppy biting, the …
NNatalie B.3 weeks ago
★★★★★
...Lily now no longer pulls on the leash, barks and whines at other dogs, and comes to the door promptly when calling her. Clay also demonstrated for us Lily’s improvement with firework noises. During one of our training sessions he used the poppers (which were not quiet) and Lily handled it so well...
MMegan D.3 years ago
★★★★★
...I couldn't leave my house without her barking aggressively (as aggressive as an Italian Greyhound mix can be) and lunging at people/dogs. Other dogs would be very far away, up to 40-50 feet and she would have the same reaction. I live in a busy apartment complex with a lot of foot traffic and other...
BBeth-ann J.9 months ago
★★★★★
...My mini poodle attended the boarding and training program to improve his confidence, curb FOMO/excessive barking/nipping/jumping on people, and develop obedience skills in general. He is a calmer and more confident pup as a result! He returned home with a solid understanding of the leash, obedience...
EEmily S.4 years ago
★★★★★
...Whenever we would try to take him for a walk he pull, nip, and bark uncontrollably. Overall, we were very concerned about his behavior in the long run. Tara and Gary sent us updates on Koda with pictures and information on how he was doing. When he came back from training he was a MUCH better...
AAnna M.2 years ago
★★★★★
...My 9 month old German shepherd puppy had major issues with anxiety and reactivity, always barking and snarling at other dogs on leash, and would often react similarly when meeting new …
TTerra T.5 years ago
★★★★★
...Both dogs made it miserable to take them for a walk. They would pull so hard! Teddy would try and pull/bark to get to any other person …
MMarissa L.5 years ago
★★★★★
...However, we quickly experienced tremendous difficulty walking her or even controlling her nonstop barking at people walking by our fence or at the neighbor’s dogs. Her anxiety had …
TTatiana S.5 years ago
★★★★★
...Our puppy is 6 month German shepherd and was raised during quarantine, and I was afraid that she was still too little for training. She was VERY anxious to meet new people, would bark at everyone on …
NNatalie B.3 weeks ago
★★★★★
...Lily is a wonderful, 6 year old pup that may be too smart for her own good, stubborn, and very independently minded. Overall, Lily had a decent foundation but required work on some things (reactivity, leash pulling, recall). Walking was stressful, being around other pets was a major uncertainty...
WWilliam G.5 months ago
★★★★★
...Bear is an American Bully mix and at roughly 10-12 months of age, he still has high energy and a lot of puppy in him. During each training session we noticed large improvements in his confidence, stability, and overall manners. We had weekly training visits that helped us build our confidence and...
HHanumanth S.a year ago
★★★★★
...He went through their 2-week board and train program as a high-energy, easily distracted puppy who wanted to play with everything in sight. Just pure puppy chaos. But the transformation we saw in just two weeks was incredible. Gary was amazing throughout the entire process. He didn’t just teach...
JJason B.2 years ago
★★★★★
Tara is an amazing trainer and did a fantastic job working with my Frenchie Mateo which if you know Frenchies, you know they can be a little stubborn 🤣🤣🤣 We did the 4 training sessions over 4 weeks which was perfect as we progressed and built on previous lessons. Tara does a great job of...
CCaitlina year ago
★★★★★
I have a 4 month old rescue puppy who is very high energy and wants to be in your lap at all times. He was jumping a lot and had a hard time relaxing. I also have a toddler and we live in a small space currently so I needed help getting things under control for everyone’s safety and happiness. I...
JJacqueline L.2 years ago
★★★★★
...As most are, she is super sweet but very stubborn. She had had training as a pup by a variety of trainers and did ok but she developed some anxiety around other dogs. It …
MMonica S.3 years ago
★★★★★
I have a 1 year old Yorkie who has a very stubborn attitude but after taking him to All Around K9 training. He is a different dog. He is obedient, and follows all our commands that were taught to him. Tara was great with him and I felt they …
GGeorganne H.3 years ago
★★★★★
...It quickly became apparent that the quiet, little pup I saw in the shelter was actually a high-energy, destructive, wild child, intent on teething …
HH D.2 years ago
★★★★★
...He can be stubborn & Tara has been amazing in giving me the tools to keep him engaged. Thanks to her I've gained so much …
JJulia M.3 years ago
★★★★★
...I have a hyper 7 month old Great Dane and we just needed to learn some structure. I’m the one who really needed the training, Pepper made it look easy. We …
SShane S.5 years ago
★★★★★
...What she was able to do with our puppy was nothing short of spectacular. Stella is a 9 month old German Shepard who had no training and was “wild”. After two …
MMarissa L.5 years ago
★★★★★
Our family acquired a very energetic German Shepherd puppy. However, we quickly experienced tremendous difficulty walking her or even controlling her nonstop barking at people walking by our fence or at the neighbor’s dogs. Her anxiety had …
DDavid L.5 years ago
★★★★★
...We have a black lab that was just so stubborn and Gary gave us the piece of mind and tools we needed to live a normal life again. Gary saw us struggling with Rita and offered his services. Now, we are able to take Rita …
MMitchell A.2 years ago
★★★★★
...He was crazy and hyper active when it came to people coming over and taking him places. When Gary and Tara educated me on …
KKay F.5 years ago
★★★★★
...We adopted a very energetic and totally undisciplined 4 month old husky mix puppy, Axel. We went through a few months of the puppy biting, the …
TT5 years ago
★★★★★
...Although Echo knew the basics (sit, down, and shake), I felt that I had made no progress with him, as he would get really hyper, wasn't great on leash, …
SSarah C.6 years ago
★★★★★
...She is a high energy, restless, and nervous dog. Within the first two sessions Tara had her looking to obey. Delta Dawn clicked with Tara and actually wanted to follow commands. It’s like …
AAlex Z.5 years ago
★★★★★
...I had a very, very stubborn little dog and they did an amazing job of teaching me and helping to train the dog. Who with only just a few lessons …
DDanielle S.4 years ago
★★★★★
I took my crazy pup Lucky to Tara & Gary and got back a completely different dog! I don’t know what they did with him, but he is so well behaved. The dog that never listened is now on point! …
MMorgan Y.a week ago
★★★★★
...Our house went from chaos to calm, and we are so overjoyed with the results from our weeks of training! They listened, cared, and helped us learn how to …
AAlejandro P.a year ago
★★★★★
...Our working line German Shepherd was suffering from a lot of anxiety and uncontrolled energy. We tried with different trainers and none of them seemed to be making a difference. Gary did an …
KKim S.5 months ago
★★★★★
...Typical puppy things like, nipping, jumping on everyone, not taking most of our commands. It was frustrating for us, and her as well. I met with Gary, the owner and he did a great job of explaining what they do and sharing his experience with dogs. We were connected to one of his lead trainers...
LLeah S.2 years ago
★★★★★
...We recently adopted a shelter puppy who is definitely more on the wild side. She would constantly pull on the leash, jump, nip, and had some pottying issues. After many frustrations and researching trainers nearby, we decided to go with the board and train program at All Around K9 Training where we...
EElliott M.a year ago
★★★★★
...We brought our one year-old Dane mix, Polo, to him for training after we learned that he wasn't properly crate trained. After three weeks of hard work, great training sessions, and a lot of communication, …
HHanumanth S.a year ago
★★★★★
...He went through their 2-week board and train program as a high-energy, easily distracted puppy who wanted to play with everything in sight. Just pure puppy chaos. But the transformation we saw in just two weeks was incredible. Gary was amazing throughout the entire process. He didn’t just teach...
KKay F.5 years ago
★★★★★
...We adopted a very energetic and totally undisciplined 4 month old husky mix puppy, Axel. We went through a few months of the puppy biting, the …
CCaitlina year ago
★★★★★
I have a 4 month old rescue puppy who is very high energy and wants to be in your lap at all times. He was jumping a lot and had a hard time relaxing. I also have a toddler and we live in a small space currently so I needed help getting things under control for everyone’s safety and happiness. I...
SShane S.5 years ago
★★★★★
...What she was able to do with our puppy was nothing short of spectacular. Stella is a 9 month old German Shepard who had no training and was “wild”. After two …
PPriscilla G.a year ago
★★★★★
...Before training, Theo was constantly biting, jumping on everyone, and destroying things around the house. We were overwhelmed and knew we needed help. Jason was Theo’s trainer, and he was amazing! He was professional, friendly, and made both me and my daughter feel comfortable and involved...
MMegan D.3 years ago
★★★★★
...My sweet rescue dog Winnie had a lot of fear-based reactivity to other people and dogs. She's only 13 lbs but has a lot of personality. She allegedly came from a hoarding situation, so it makes sense that she doesn't understand how to act outside, around other dogs, on a leash, etc. I couldn't...
SSusan A.2 years ago
★★★★★
...The other is a rescue Malinois/German Shepherd mix that we have only had for 6 months. She was very neglected, most likely abused, sick- but so sweet and intelligent. The Mal is definitely over my pay grade of just an everyday grandma who loves dogs but really hasn’t ever trained any very well...
CCaitlina year ago
★★★★★
I have a 4 month old rescue puppy who is very high energy and wants to be in your lap at all times. He was jumping a lot and had a hard time relaxing. I also have a toddler and we live in a small space currently so I needed help getting things under control for everyone’s safety and happiness. I...
AAutumn H.2 years ago
★★★★★
...She’s a rescue and went with them with barely anything and she came home a brand new dog. She’s still my sweet baby girl but with more stability. I’ve been recommending them to EVERYONE
AAnela K.5 years ago
★★★★★
...They seriously know their stuff and they teach you what they know so you can successfully continue your training at home when your pup returns! Our dog was a rescue, and he was a handful! He is about 70lbs …
JJosh W.5 years ago
★★★★★
...I truly was on the verge of having to say goodbye to the dog we adopted. Leeli was 13 months old when we rescued her. She has always been super sweet, but terribly anxious when we would leave her alone in the house. She destroyed 4 …
CCharles H.4 years ago
★★★★★
Tara and Gary did a phenomenal job training our rescue. In four weeks we went from struggling to to thriving and now we are walking our dog off leash. They changed the game for us. I highly recommend AAK9 for your dogs training needs.
GGrace P.a day ago
★★★★★
...We took our high-energy, curious, very smart rescue pup in at around 4 months. The most important piece is the owner education and being able to keep up with her training afterwards. We did a 14-day …
MMelissa G.2 years ago
★★★★★
...Badger a border collie mix I rescued 8 years ago to work on my goat farm had always struggled with being reactive, fearful and anxious. Lots of things triggered him to hide and go on …
NNata year ago
★★★★★
...We have a German Shepard/Belgium Malanois mix that we adopted from a shelter at 3 years old and she was extremely reactive at home and in public. We couldn't take her out on walks anymore because any person or animal she saw, she would lunge at and wouldn't stop. Every knock or phone noise would...
LLeah S.2 years ago
★★★★★
...We recently adopted a shelter puppy who is definitely more on the wild side. She would constantly pull on the leash, jump, nip, and had some pottying issues. After many frustrations and researching trainers nearby, we decided to go with the board and train program at All Around K9 Training where we...
GGeorganne H.3 years ago
★★★★★
...Last year I adopted my five-month-old puppy, Evie. It quickly became apparent that the quiet, little pup I saw in the shelter was actually a high-energy, destructive, wild child, intent on teething …
Rated 5.0 from 237 Google reviews. Pick what your dog is struggling with to read from owners who dealt with the same thing.
Meet Your Trainers
Military K9 Experience. Family Dog Results.
Husband and wife team Gary and Tara Elbrecht train your dog, then teach you to keep it going.
Gary Elbrecht Jr.
Owner, Head Trainer
Marine Corps military working dog handler and MARSOC K9 master trainer who has taught search and tracking dog courses at Lackland AFB.
Marine Corps veteran
K9 master trainer
Lackland AFB instructor
Tara Elbrecht
Co-Owner, Trainer
Raised a Leader Dog for the Blind in high school, then trained tracking dogs and dogs of every breed before opening All Around K9 with Gary.
BA Psychology, animal behavior
All breeds, all behaviors
Our Programs
Pick The Program Your Dog Needs
Board & Train
Your dog lives with our trainers in a home environment for two, three or four weeks of daily training, then we teach you to keep it going.
Obedience Training
Basic and Advanced levels. Come, sit, down, place and heel, with the tools to keep it up at home.
Behavior Modification
For dogs that growl, snap, bite or lunge at people or other animals, plus anxiety, fear, resource guarding and reactivity.
Why All Around K9
Why San Antonio Families Choose All Around K9
Every dog and every owner is different, so we never run a one size fits all program. Here is what you get when you train with us.
01
Veteran owned and operated
Led by Gary Elbrecht Jr., a Marine Corps military working dog handler and K9 master trainer who has taught at Lackland AFB.
02
20+ years with dogs
Two decades of reading canine behavior, from family pets to working dogs, so we see what is really driving your dog.
03
A plan built for your dog
We tailor training to your dog's personality and your goals as an owner. No one size fits all program.
04
Training that works in real life
Lessons at your home, a local park or wherever your dog is most comfortable, so obedience holds up outside the training yard.
05
We train you too
You learn to lead your dog with confidence, and we stay with you through follow-up sessions after the program ends.
06
Rated 5.0 on Google
237 Google reviews from San Antonio dog owners, from puppies and rescues to reactive and aggressive dogs.
How It Works
Our Dog Training Process In 3 Steps
Veteran owned and operated dog training serving San Antonio, Helotes, Fair Oaks Ranch and surrounding areas.
1
Schedule a call
Call or send the form. We set up your free consultation.
2
Get a tailored plan
We learn your dog's behavior and your goals, then build the right plan.
3
Start training
We train your dog and you, with follow-up support after.
Service Area
Training Dogs Across Greater San Antonio
All Around K9 Training, Potranco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78253.
Under 15 miles
Castroville8.3 miLeon Valley10 miHelotes10.9 mi
15 to 30 miles
Downtown San Antonio16 miCastle Hills16.4 miShavano Park17 miFair Oaks Ranch23.6 miLive Oak27.6 miConverse27.6 miBulverde29.1 miSelma29.7 mi
30 miles and out
Schertz31.2 miCibolo33.4 miNew Braunfels42.9 miCanyon Lake43.7 mi
Hours: Mon to Fri 9 AM to 5 PM · Saturday 11 AM to 3 PM · Sunday Closed
Distances are straight-line miles from our location on Potranco Rd. Not on the list? Call (877) 751-8840 and ask, we cover the surrounding communities too.
Free Consultation
Don't Wait, Start Today
Tell us what your dog is doing. We set up a free consultation, learn your goals and build a tailored plan for your dog, with no obligation.