Dog Trainer, Knoxville, TN

We wouldn't trust anyone else with the care and training of our dogs. Kayla and her staff are amazing!

My dog, Axel, absolutely loves going to daycare at Sublime. Hr gets to socialize and burn off energy. He’s also become a more obedient dog since attending Sublime.

Our dog Benji has been here twice so far for boarding. This time we had to increase his stay by a couple days due to car trouble. The girls are all amazing with us & our pupper.

We have used Sublime K9 for over 5 years for training, boarding, daycare and grooming. We are very pleased with the facility, prices and the entire staff. Our dogs love going to daycare!

We took our dog Leroy to sublime a couple of years ago for board and train. He is a big lab and although a lover forgets he weighs 100lbs. He was trained with the ecollar which has been a blessing. He has been attending their daycare program twice a week and loves all the employees and the other dogs.
Sublime is my go to place for boarding. They are very trustworthy and he loves being with them. I never worry about him at all when we are gone.
Highly recommend

I highly recommend Sublime for training. In just 4 weeks, my rottweiler went from being an unruly pup to being an obedient companion that I can take anywhere. I was given tips to help with command retention and she's doing great! Ashlynn was a fantastic trainer! Highly recommend!!!

Stop looking and paying more. Kayla and her crew are awesome. We are one week in and my dog is a different dog.

So happy with how our 3 week training went for our girl! Kayla was wonderful at keeping us updated and also walking through the training as well. 100% recommend.

You guys did an awesome job on whitey thank you very much

Me and my wife took our German shepherd to this place to get it proper training, manners, and to calm down indoors and when others holler her name. We did the 3 week course board and train with Kayla at sublime K9. She's gotten better still a pup so it's a working progress to this day but everything she learned in the 3 weeks stuck with her beautifully.

i sent my ava (German Shepherd) for 3 week broad and train. She was very hyper in the house, pulling on the leash, she would bite at your face when she was really excited, and she was scared of the vacuum, she was shy around other people she didn’t know. Kayla took care of her like she was her own, she sent me daily updates on her. When it was time for me to get her back kayla went over everything and did a training lesson with us. Ava is a totally different dog she is so calm in the house and she don’t pull on the leash. I would 100% recommend sublime k9 Training & Boarding! kayla and everyone there was very nice! I will be going back!

Amazing!! Kayla has trained two dogs for me and both times I have been extremely satisfied with the results. Kayla does an outstanding job with training and caring for all of her clients. I highly recommend the board and train program. It was a complete transformation for both of my dogs. They went from not listening, chasing the cat, and pacing around the house getting into everything to having the best manners and actually enjoying going to their place to relax with the family. The training was truly life changing for us! Our house is way less chaotic and more peaceful since our dogs received proper obedience training from Sublime K9. Kayla was amazing with communication and provided me with videos and messages updating my dogs progress. She even messaged me after my dogs went home to see how they were doing. Her staff is also top notch. They have always been friendly and provided great communication throughout the whole process. Kayla is very knowledgeable about caring for dogs and I had total peace of mind knowing my dogs were in the most capable hands. I did not worry about them once and they actually had a blast getting to interact with the other dogs while away. My dogs will be regular boarding clients here as well. Kayla and staff keep the facilities clean and my dogs came home happy and unstressed. The care and personable service Kayla and her staff provide is unmatched. I cannot say enough positive things about Kayla, her staff, and this business as a whole. If you've been considering any form of training for your dog, go with Sublime K9!! You will be so glad you chose this wonderful business for all of your dogs training and boarding needs!!

I took my very stubborn bloodhound Hank to sublime for a 3 week board and train with Ashlynn, and I would highly recommend them! At 100lbs Hank was hard to handle, liked to snatch things, would drag me while on leash, and while a sweet dog he was frustrating. He is now a 100lbs of chill, he listens, comes when called, will sit, lie down, place, stay, and walk calmly on a leash. Ashlynn did an amazing job!

We are so grateful for Sublime K9 and the training they gave to our Louie! He's a wild boy and we were struggling with training him on our own. He completed his training (3 week board & train) in July and is still doing great!! We were updated daily on our boy and his progress. We were so impressed with what Kayla was able to accomplish with him in 3 weeks! Everyone was so nice! You can definitely tell they love the dogs and take pride in what they do! Would 100% recommend!!

Sublime K9 Training and Boarding is the best. Our dog, Charlie had a biting history and was just out of control. Charlie’s trainer was Kayla and part of their 4 week board and train. After the four weeks, he knew his commands and is now so much more manageable. I once had someone tell me if Kayla could not train him, he couldn’t be trained. She always sent daily updates and he was even able to go on some field trips. I would highly recommend them for any training that your dog needs. They also offer different programs including daycare and boarding. They are really the best and Charlie received training and also lots of love.

I brought my 1 yr old golden retriever pup to Sublime for a 4 week board and train with Nichole! He had some behavioral issues and had a tough time listening to commands. But after training he came home a new man!! I can finally walk him in the leash, get him to stop play biting, and count on him to listen to commands. I highly recommend taking your dog to sublime, it is worth it!!!

Thank you again Nichole!

I can’t say enough good things about Sublime K9 Training! From the moment we walked in, we knew this was a place where dogs—and their owners—are genuinely cared for. The staff are true professionals, incredibly knowledgeable, and passionate about what they do. They took the time to get to know my dog and made a detailed, personalized plan to suit his needs.

The training itself was a game-changer. Whether it's basic obedience, advanced skills, or behavior correction, they cover it all and make it fun! The facility is spacious, clean, and fully equipped with everything the dogs need to stay active and engaged. I also loved how they incorporated positive reinforcement techniques, which worked wonders for my dog's confidence and responsiveness.

I was impressed by the regular updates and tips they provided, which helped me reinforce the training at home. The staff was always patient, answering every question I had and offering insights.

Since I started training here, I’ve seen a night-and-day difference in my dog’s behavior—he’s more confident, obedient, and happier overall. If you're looking for a training facility where dogs are treated like family, look no further than Sublime K9 Training. Highly recommend!

Kayla is absolutely amazing!! She took care of our Milo (Golden-doodle) for 4 weeks for a board and train and he is a completely different dog. He came in for jumping, not listening, pulling on leash, potty accidents, and many more and they have all been fixed! Kayla communicated with us everyday and made the process so easy! Would 100 percent recommend to anyone! We will be using them for any future boards and training 😊 Use Them You Won’t Regret It!!! ❤️

The ladies here are amazing! They trained my big red dog Buddy and have kept him and my little red dog Belha for short term stays. My dogs always come back home happy. Strongly recommend!

We can’t thank Sublime enough!
Our dog Jaden was extremely anxious and reactive until Mellisa trained him. She is an angel and very professional but also caring. Jaden was very odd with his anxiety and a super tough nut to crack. He was unable to walk into new territory. He couldn’t even walk out the front door. He only accepted the back door and if there were any noises or sudden movements, he’d pull us inside! He was constantly anxious unless he was in his crate. We knew he had potential to listen, but we couldn’t navigate where to begin with training since we couldn’t get him outside or to stay outside despite the delicious treats we tried bribing him with. We were at a complete loss and knew he was suffering not being able to relax, especially with us getting frustrated at ourselves for not know how to help him!
We brought him in October 2023 for the 4 week board and train at Melissa’s place.
When I tell you she’s an angel, I mean it. She has a heart of gold and patience of a saint. She updated us along the way and informed us about what she was teaching and how he’s learning best. She learned him as well and understood his quirks. He got to play with her dogs, get his energy out and then focus on Melissa for learning. He had a great mix of fun and education.
They let him settle in at first and get the slumber party jitters out then the hard work came into play. He learned obedience, listening, and most importantly confidence. With the confidence growing, his anxious habits slipped away. When she sent us his first progress video, I could have cried. I didn’t recognize the good boy in the video! It seemed effortless and natural for him. He looked calm, cool, and collected and that’s all because Melissa was as well.
The amazement and pride did not end there. In the last week of Jaden’s stay, Melissa was ready to take Jaden out in public! He was able to practice walking on the leash, not giving into distractions, and ‘staying’ on command.
When we went to pick him up after the exciting weeks, we had our own training session. Melissa went over everything with us in detail and was patient in training us! She brought him out after our lesson and he was a new dog. We went over everything she trained him on. And again, the amazement continued. We went to Lowe’s and ran through every thing he learned there. We were speechless. All we could and can still say is thank you so much, Melissa. It’s been 8 months since we got him back and it was, without a doubt, the greatest investment. Jaden is perfectly off-leash trained, listens very well, has the perfect core foundation and potential to keep learning new things. We couldn’t thank Melissa and sublime enough for our happy doggo. It means the world to us having our pets happy. They’re our babies and Melissa loved him like he was her own. He loves her as well and we always tell him miss Melissa would be proud of him!

Melissa gave Lucy (our GSD) the tools to go from a good girl to a great girl. Helped with excited greetings, barking, and more. Daddy's girl can go anywhere with him now! Great job, Melissa! Thank you.

We sent our wild, crazy, and stubborn Labrador puppy, Hazel, to Kayla at Sublime K9 for a week puppy training and then a 3-week board and train. Hazel has returned to us a much calmer and obedient dog who’s ready to work and play while being on her best behavior. Kayla sent daily updates about her progress throughout the training period, then took the time to walk me and my children through best practices for reinforcing and continuing her training at home. I cannot say enough good things about Kayla and the staff at Sublime K9. If you are remotely struggling in your training, just call them. It is well worth it! Night and day difference with our pup! Thank you!

Kayla was beyond wonderful for our stubborn German Shepherd, Koda was never a “house dog” prior and this was our last resort, and I am forever thankful for her time, commitment and dedication to our girl. Hands down, the best decision we made for our dog! Thank you! -The Champions

Melissa's training made such a difference for our rescue dog Vinyl. We overcame many behaviors that we feared might prevent us from being his forever family. At the end of our 6 sessions, Vinyl had come such a long way, and we as humans are now better educated on how to truly succeed with K9 training. We were impressed by how committed each and every person is at Sublime K9. They adapted the training schedule & lessons perfectly for us and Vinyl. Eternally grateful & worh every penny!! 🙏

Melissa was great with Snowcone. She is a different dog!

I can’t say enough positive things about Kayla and Sublime K9 Training & Boarding, LLC. We are FLOORED at what a difference they made in Bentley. Kayla made sure that we had everything down before we left and answered all of our questions. To know that we have lifetime support puts us at ease as well. We live in Asheville, NC but making the drive to Jefferson City, TN was worth every mile. The time away from him was tough but knowing that our boy is trained so well made worth it ALL! We also had them groom our dog the day before picking him up and they did a great job with that as well. Highly recommended Sublime.

We are having a great experience with Sublime K9. We are currently bringing our Pyrenees puppy for training, and boarded her with them too. Our girl loves the staff, and they love her too. The staff is wonderful, knowledgeable and very friendly.

I am so pleased with Sublime. I love the staff and especially the trainer who has worked with my pet. I have my first Great Dane ever and learning as I go! My dog Kye first spent a week of puppy board and train, then went into regular daycare at the facility. At the age of 5 months he again returned to a 3 week board and train. What an amazing experience for him. He has returned a happy, focused pup. I am very grateful for the services that Sublime offers. I completely trust them and never doubt that my pet is being loved and treated in a manner that he deserves to continue to grow and experience a fun and rewarding life. I highly recommend Sublime K9 for your pets! A job well done to trainer Melissa G. 💙 Kye will love you forever. Thank you for making him a part of your home for 4 weeks!

Can not behind to express the difference they made with my parents black lab he was a big leash puller even had issues sometimes. To see have easy he was for my mom and dad to walk him after just 3 weeks was astonishing to say the least and the door manners they taught him. 10/10 would recommend this school to anyone with a dog that’s needs some basics or so specialized training

Sublime K9 gets 10+ stars! They helped us with puppy training for our large Bernedoodle and she just finished the 3 week board and train and it helped tremendously. Before walking her was a workout! Lots of pulling even to the ground she is so strong. Now she walks calmly beside me! Definitely recommend them!❤️

We did a 3 week day train program with our high energy/high anxiety 2 year old Weimaraner. She went from (day 1) being so anxious that she twice jumped over the desk area to get back to me, to (by day 4) getting so happy and excited the moment we pulled in and not giving me a second glance at drop off lol. As a result of her training, I can now answer the door without fear of her bolting out or trampling guests, she is able to walk beside me for long walks without pulling or jerking, she’s now able to be around other dogs, and so much more. We are absolutely ridiculous about our dog and don’t ever leave her with anyone but family… after this experience, we are so grateful to know we have somewhere to go for training support, grooming, and daycare. 11/10 recommend!!!!

We are ever so grateful for our trainer Melissa at Sublime K9! Our puppy was reactive, never calm, and just A LOT before her 4 week board and train. We picked her up today, and she's a new dog. She's being trained as a diabetic alert dog, and with the wonderful behavior training at Sublime, she will be able to be scent trained for her service task without having to correct so much for behaviors. All the staff are kind and welcoming, and their services are invaluable!

Our rescue pup, Jessie, is set to be a big girl being a Pyrenees mix! So we wanted to get a head start on learning how to help her be the best version of herself. She spent a week with Melissa for puppy head start and can home with so many manners! Melissa taught us how to continue her lessons at home and she’s thriving! 10/10 recommend! We are excited to extend her knowledge with her next phase of training 🐾

I highly recommend for training. My mastiff pup Max attended the three week course and it was time and money well spent. Max is good in public and listens better at home. We hope to continue with some day care visits to keep up his socialization.

I highly recommend using Sublime! We have put both of our dogs through their day train programs and use daycare weekly. The entire staff take great care of our dogs and care so much for them. Field trips are a great add on- it’s a trip out for the dog but the best part is the distraction proofing that they are practicing in real life situations. They also provide great pictures to see what fun your dog is having!

We had always thought about getting two dogs but I was so nervous. Thanks to the help of Sublime we can safely handle two dogs on and off leash. We sent Presley through their puppy training and then the 3 week day train program. It’s worth every $ to have a reliable off leash recall, spending time off leash with our dogs at the lake is priceless. Sublime is always available for any questions and follow up training. All the staff is so caring to us and our dogs. Don’t take your dog anywhere else- they are the BEST!

I highly recommend Sublime! My 3 dogs just completed a 4 week Board and Train with Melissa. She is absolutely amazing! She stayed in constant contact with progress updates and pictures. Melissa cared for my babes like her own.
She helped my boy overcome his fear of new people and build his confidence. Melissa helped all 3 of my dogs become the best versions of themselves and I am so grateful and excited to continue this journey with them.
If you’re looking for trainers that are genuine, honest and truly have the best interests of the dogs, look no further!

We had never sent a dog for training before using Sublime K9. We are so pleased with the results of the 3 week program. Mia was 9 mWeonths old at the time of training. Mia is a female great dane. She came back to us a well behaved and extremely responsive dog with all commands taught to her. Kayla took the time to make sure we understood what we needed to do at home to maintain the lessons taught. I would absolutely recommend this company without any reservation. I have already shared with so many the great benefits of training with Sublime K9. We also highly recommend them for the daycare and boarding programs they offer. A great family owned local business.

Kayla completely transformed our wild Goldendoodle into a well mannered dog! We couldn’t be any happier with the results of the board and train program for our boy and ultimately for our family. Thank you sublime k9!!!

I can NOT recommend this place more!! Our puppy, Burrow, went there for training and came back a completely different dog! He would knock our 1-year-old baby girl down multiples times a day, and would run off while outside. They truly are miracle workers, and amazing at their job! For anyone thinking about training, just do it!!!!

Our puppy Sheba loved going to her training. She excelled and we are looking forward to going back for intermediate training.

We love Sublime K-9. They were so good to and for Hollie. She had no manners when she went for her board and train and she came home a new dog. We will use the in the future without hesitation.

My boyfriend and I sent our dog Spark here for obedience training due to us adding to our family in December. Before we took him, Spark was a wild animal that wouldn’t listen to either one of us. Now, he’s much calmer and a whole different dog. Keira was an amazing trainer and answered all of our questions. This place truly cares about the dogs they see and they want them to be successful. Thank you again ❤️

My dog, Bear, had a 3 week board and train with Kayla and her staff. We hesitated because he wouldn’t be with us but she assured us it was for the best for him. Well she was right! He came home and we were able to enjoy his company as much as he enjoyed ours. His training made it possible for us as his family to meet his needs. We are so thankful as we had another child and he could calmly be near her and play without hurting anyone mistakenly. Thank you to Kayla and her staff!

I can not say enough about these people. They are absolutely amazing. We sent our puppy to 3 weeks of board and train and got back a totally different puppy. She has learned so much in 3 weeks it is amazing. Our puppy listens better now then 3 children do. We will definitely be going back for big girl school.