Hiring a personal dog trainer ensures that your dog gets sufficient attention and praise for their positive behaviors.
When you want your dog to learn better behaviors or change some of their existing behaviors, training is the best course of action. But figuring out how to train your dog and what they need to thrive can be challenging. Dog owners in Knoxville, Tennessee can turn to us at Sublime K9 Training & Boarding to get the training services they need to help their dogs become more well-behaved. We’re one of only a few local trainers that offer a personal dog training experience.
Our company’s owner has years of experience in the dog training industry and is certified through the Animal Behavior College. She has created unique programs that cater to the needs of each individual dog and their owner. You can choose from one-on-one dog training lessons, in-home dog training lessons, or our board and train programs, depending on where your pup seems to feel more comfortable.
So impressed.
“I cannot say enough good things about Sublime K9 Training & Boarding – and specifically Megan and Kayla. Kayla was easy to communicate with and did a couple of lessons for my first dog who went through training. Megan did 3-week board and trains for my other two dogs at separate times. After my wild child puppy came back home with manners and listening ears, I knew I wanted Megan to train my final pup. I have been so impressed with what they have learned – and so happy to be able to maintain some order with three high-energy Australian Shepherds. I have recommended Sublime K9 to so many people after sending my dogs through their programs.”
★★★★★ Julie C.
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Services We Offer
Puppy Training
Puppies from 9 weeks to 4 months old can get started on the right path with the foundational work of our puppy training methods.
Board and Train
We offer a unique boarding and training experience for puppies and dogs that provides a 24/7 immersive training experience.
Dog Boarding
Boarding includes as much time out of the kennel as your dog needs, and if your dog is social, it includes plenty of supervised playtime with other dogs!
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When we work with you as your personal dog trainer, we’ll take the time to get to know your dog and what behaviors you’re looking to improve through professional training. We can help dogs improve the way they walk on their leashes, as well as eliminate unwanted behaviors, such as chewing or excessive barking. If you have any questions for our personal dog trainer or would like to schedule a consultation to discuss the options and what will work best for your dog, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
FAQs About Personal Dog Trainers
While we offer a variety of dog training options that are group related, we understand that your dog may do better with a personal dog trainer. Our team has two full-time trainers who are both Certified Dog Obedience Instructors, ensuring your dog gets the care, attention, and training they need most. Check out the questions we frequently get about this unique service below, then contact our team to see if personal dog training is best for your four-legged friend.
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What is the role of a private dog trainer?
To address particular training needs, a personal dog trainer from our team works one-on-one with you and your dog. Basic obedience, behavior modification, socialization, and specialized training, such as agility or therapy dog preparation, can all fall under this category.
What advantages come with working with a private dog trainer?
When engaging in our personal dog training services, your dog will receive individualized training that may help them focus better on the skills they need to learn. We can also customize the training program, as mentioned above, to ensure they get the skills they need. Personal dog training is also a great option for dogs who might struggle socializing with other dogs for one reason or another.
What can I anticipate from a training session?
During a normal session, we will evaluate your dog’s behavior, talk with you about your objectives, show you how to train, and give you exercises to practice in between sessions.
In a training session, what should I bring?
Bring along your leash, lots of treats, and any training aids we suggest. Also, having a list of particular behaviors or problems you wish to address is beneficial.
At Sublime K9 Training & Boarding, our personal dog trainers help dogs from Jefferson City, Baneberry, Knoxville, New Market, White Pine, Dandridge, Newport, Sevierville, Seymour, and Morristown, Tennessee.
Why Choose Sublime K9 Training & Boarding?
You and your dog will love our unique dog training approach. We know all dogs are different, and each dog gets an individualized dog training approach at our board and train facility. We believe dogs thrive on structure and clear, consistent communication. Our goal is to help you and your dog understand each other better and live a happy life together!
See what some of our satisfied clients are saying about our dog boarding & training services.
Maechen Mills
20:42 31 Mar 25
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!
Kristen Burkhart
15:43 30 Jan 25
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!!
Christy Cantrell
02:26 28 Jan 25
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!
Hannah Large
00:44 05 Dec 24
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!!
Pam Wagner
01:31 29 Nov 24
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.
Valerie Grace
23:16 13 Nov 24
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!
Diana Felderman
18:45 09 Nov 24
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!
Breana Centofanti
19:28 03 Oct 24
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!!! ❤️
Chris tremblay
21:20 28 Sep 24
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!
Carlota Torres
13:44 04 Jul 24
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!
Sandra Parker
19:13 18 Jun 24
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.
Jennifer Stoneking-Stewart
14:41 17 Jun 24
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!
Stephanie Day
19:50 08 Jun 24
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
Athena Adkisson
19:32 05 Jun 24
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!! 🙏
MoserFamilyFun
00:17 30 May 24
Melissa was great with Snowcone. She is a different dog!
Dyanne Stribling
17:20 25 May 24
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.
Grady Sweeton
21:41 27 Apr 24
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.
MELISSA BOWELLE
21:53 13 Apr 24
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!
stang199450
03:10 10 Apr 24
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
Debbie McCoy
15:18 21 Mar 24
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!❤️
Honey Badger
20:08 21 Feb 24
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!!!!
Abbi Whaley
22:09 05 Feb 24
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!
Amanda Ditrinco
21:48 02 Feb 24
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 🐾
Melanie Hogg
19:10 10 Jan 24
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.
Wesley Bledsoe
11:12 02 Dec 23
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!
Stacy Bledsoe
10:45 02 Dec 23
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!
Amy Williams
14:03 30 Nov 23
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!
Robert S. Rutherford
02:09 27 Nov 23
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.
Emilee Woodard
14:22 06 Nov 23
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!!!
Beth Finn
20:01 15 Oct 23
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!!!!
colette romero
23:30 10 Sep 23
Our puppy Sheba loved going to her training. She excelled and we are looking forward to going back for intermediate training.
Megan Williams
22:56 09 Sep 23
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.
Cierra Donahue
01:34 30 Aug 23
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 ❤️
Kelly Rogers
06:16 29 Aug 23
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!
Heather Seals
02:22 29 Aug 23
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.
Lora Stout
23:23 28 Aug 23
Sublime K9 has helped me with my Rottie and have been great. I have been back with questions a few times and they have always been very helpful with suggestions for at home and offered to help if I needed to bring her back. I would highly recommend them.
Terrie Amburn
23:19 28 Aug 23
Did a 4 week board and train with my 9 month old puppy. And did a 6 one on one with my 7 yr old German Shepard.Not only did my babies learn so did I.Highly recommend
Jennifer Garry
17:09 27 Aug 23
We had an amazing experience with trainer Nicole in the 6 week basics program. Samson loved her and gained so much confidence in me AND himself through this experience. He loves his PLACE and responds well to all the commands we covered. 12/10 experience with Nicole, she was the perfect blend of firm yet patient with my super scared boy. Highly recommend this program!!!
Jolie Uzelac
19:58 22 Aug 23
100% recommend Nicole at sublime! I took my golden retriever puppy to her for the 4 week board and train. He lived with Nichole on her farm and she pampered him like he was her own. I wouldn’t trust anyone else to board my pup with or train. He came back home with perfect manners. We receive so many compliments. If you are looking for a trainer, Nichole is your girl!!
Lisa Cooper
02:33 27 Jul 23
We have never used a trainer for our dogs but when we adopted a new German Shepherd that was anxious and reactive, we knew we needed help in order for her to live her best life. Sublime K9 is a Godsend! We opted for the private lessons and Nichole was phenomenal! She taught us as much as she taught our pup! She answered any and all questions we had and helped us on any challenges we encountered during our 'homework.' Now that our girl has graduated, we plan to enroll her in other activities to help keep up her amazing progress. Thank you all for what you do and sacrifice to help the community. You are appreciated more than you know!
Kalynn Foster
23:07 24 Jul 23
Kayla is absolutely amazing! I could not thank her enough for everything she’s done for my Sweet Xena Girl. Xena is home after 4 weeks for board and train and we see such a huge difference! We have a long ways to go and I can’t wait to see how Xena keeps improving! Xena will most definitely be back at Sublime for some more training and field trips!
Sierra Noe
18:18 01 Jul 23
Kayla and the Sublime team truly care about the animals they work with! My dog Millie came in with basic commands, but we had issues with reactivity, fear of other dogs and people. I didn’t know how to help her through this. Sublime was able to to teach Millie and me the skills she needed to work through these triggers. Our training is never over, but we have the skills and know-how to go out in public with confidence! I’ll be sure to use them again and would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a trainer!
Shelby Barton
17:12 24 Jun 23
I just had my second dog trained by Kayla & Sublime K9! It’s a game changer for my relationship with my dog, and promotes and king & happy life together. Highly recommend!
Jennifer Hembree
15:51 24 Jun 23
I cannot say enough good things about Lauren and Sublime K9 Training & Boarding, LLC. My 2 year old yorkie was a 6 lb Tasmania Devil who thought she was 6ft tall and 100 lbs. She would chest bump and bully her 15 year old sister who is twice her weight and size. The few times I took her on outings, she was not well behaved and the car ride was awful. After attending the 4 week board and train with Lauren, Zoey is a new dog. She knows and obeys her commands although, she does not like down unless she is on a comfortable surface. She will sit and stay anywhere. She has been amazing on her outings. She does not continuously bark in a shrill tone while riding in the car. The only time she barks at people or animals is if she is startled. She will sit still and let me brush her hair. She does not bully her sister now. She will place for 45 minutes. Zoey has surprised and amazed me. The biggest surprise is when I have forgotten to place her when I sit down at the table to eat. She actually places herself. She also stays until I tell her to break. I am so shocked and excited at how much she has learned and become less wild. Zoey still has her spunk when she plays but she now has manners. That for me is priceless. A great big THANKS to Lauren and Sublime K9 Training & Boarding, LLC.
Monte Bowen
22:41 07 Jun 23
We have taken two dogs to Kayla’s team and our current dog Zeno has been there a lot!!! We have her board and train would trust no one else with our boy!!
Nicholas Perkins
18:23 29 May 23
Kayla did an excelled job training our dog. Manny is so much more calm and able to be with us at home and on walks. If you are wondering who to pick, look no further!
Susan Merrell
15:17 19 May 23
Want to give a "shout out" to Sublime K-9 and Rocket's awesome teacher - Melissa (now Aunt Melissa)! Rocket is a pleaser, but like other young pups he needed some continuous training to work on staying, placing, heeling, and leaving it! Melissa definitely knows her stuff - a professional trainer indeed! After only a couple days she was sending videos of him "placing" and staying focused on her every command. She constantly communicated with us - text, videos, pics, and calls. To be able to take Rocket on long walks off leash - listening to commands, taking him along on outings and even having family/friends over w/o him jumping out of control - is totally worth the investment. Four-paws up and a 5-star rating for Sublime & Aunt Melissa!
Kimberly Collins
16:00 18 May 23
I sent my German Shepard puppy to a two week board and train with Melissa and she did a phenomenal job with him! I can’t say enough about how wonder she is.I also board my dogs with Sublime and I always know they will be well taken care of and treated like one of their own.I highly recommended the Sublime K9 team!!
Tony Hayes
08:40 18 Apr 23
Absolutely incredible!! We highly recommend Kayla & the entire Sublime staff
Rebekah Fisher
02:13 18 Apr 23
I am so pleased with the care and training Oakley received. She is so well behaved and disciplined now. Melissa was amazing and treated Oakley like her very own! Highly recommended.
Anna Woods
01:29 05 Apr 23
We highly recommend Sublime K-9! We have had training sessions and daycare with Sublime K-9 and we love it there! Our dog gets so excited when she gets there and everyone is always so friendly and helpful. They often have fun activities for the dogs too. There are so many options for training and I know it has made a world of difference with our dog. When we are out in public we get compliments all of the time about how well behaved our dog is and I always tell them about her training.
Ana C
21:01 01 Apr 23
There are no words for how amazing Kayla and the trainers are!!! I would and do recommend Sublime K9 training! My dogs and I have learned so much and look forward to more lessons!!
Tiffany Anders
17:55 31 Mar 23
Kayla and her crew are amazing! They really helped me adapt and learn my dog breed. My husband and I will forever be grateful for their love of our fur baby!
Kathy Shrader
17:37 31 Mar 23
Sublime K9 is great! Very reliable, conscientious, qualified dog trainers/handlers, my dogs love to go for boarding with them, and their training skills are amazing. Highly recommend their services!
Aly
17:16 31 Mar 23
Sublime has trained two of my dogs. They're wonderful. I recently had one do a puppy headstart. Nichole was good about keeping me updated on her progress. I love that they get to do the doggy daycare while they're training.
Tricia Coffey
12:24 31 Mar 23
Fantastic place to take your dog for any training needs. Kayla and her trainers are the absolute best. They offer a variety of training programs to fit any need you may have along with a daycare and boarding service. Highly recommend Sublime K9!!
Jennifer Cansler
11:16 31 Mar 23
Our dog was a very reactive and scared of anything new. She is still scared but now she doesn’t bark and go crazy. We, including myself, have learned how to handle it and stay calm! And the “place stays” have been a game changer! My 6 yo can walk our 60lb dog and not get pulled down every time she tries! I could go on and on! We did put it off for awhile and looking back I wish we would have done it sooner! Everyone there is very nice and full of answers! Thanks so much Kayla and Nichole for working with us!! We would highly recommend!!
Allison Shoemaker
01:29 31 Mar 23
Sublime K9 trained my dog into an AMAZING dog! He is a big dog and completely under control. Can’t thank them enough for changing mine and his life for the better! He gets to do everything with me he’s so well behaved!
Daniel Fountain
00:02 31 Mar 23
I give my highest recommendations to Sublime K9 Training for how well they trained my dog. My strong-willed dog is now extremely obedient, thrives under structure, and knows when and how to settle down. After struggling to train him on my own I was unsure if anyone would be able to train him, but after 3 weeks with this amazing team he knows how to follow command and I know how to work with him better. It has been a blessing to have brought him there!
Wesley Bledsoe
23:06 30 Mar 23
We put our dog through puppy training and the on and off leash day training programs. It has made such a difference in a pup. He started out as a timid, shy pup and they turned him into a confident dog. We can take him off leash to the lake and parks where he can run free and he immediately comes back when called- even when there are distractions. He still gets super excited (typical lab), but he can work through that and follow his commands. Be able to eat in peace while you dog does a long place stay has made dinner time enjoyable and impressed everyone that comes over to visit. Also highly recommend their daycare- only daycare we have found that practices their training while allowing them to play and burn off energy.
Sharon Spaulding
22:11 30 Mar 23
I can't begin to express how happy we are with the training that Kayla provided to our pup, Tank. He spent 4 weeks with her for board/train and came home a new dog. We had never done this type of training and didn't really know what to expect but I will say (now) that I wish I had done it with our previous dogs. What a fantastic difference it makes! Thank you so much, Kayla!
Gageminton B
21:53 30 Mar 23
Absolutely amazing staff. Our dog loves to hear the word “daycare”. 100% trustworthy with our dog and never have to worry that he’s being well cared for and having the best time!!
C Richardson
17:37 12 Feb 23
Very experienced trainers.
Sara Seaman
20:47 24 Jan 23
I cannot say enough good things about Sublime and Nichole. She did amazing with my shelter dog who knew absolutely nothing. I will be bringing my other dog to them as well. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! 10/10 stars!!!
Sonya Anderson
01:02 29 Dec 22
Kayla made my corgi a new dog! I thought he was completely untrainable but she worked a miracle.
Kristi Craig
03:28 07 Dec 22
My 7 month old goldendoodle completed a 4 week board and train with Lauren. I cannot recommend Lauren enough! Not only does she train your dog but she genuinely cares for your pup like her own and also makes sure you are always informed with daily updates. Couldn’t be happier with the results!
Melissa Brown
17:15 06 Dec 22
You guys are awesome! Hank and I look forward to seeing you again!
robin snell
11:12 01 Nov 22
I can not stress how wonderful this service/people/training agency is! They have certainly made our life differently, oh so much better, by helping us rescue and train a service dog- and trained us more! Oh happy day we started at Sublime!
Brandi P.
01:31 24 Oct 22
Sent our two Dobies for the 4 week board and train, and will definitely do it in the future with any new pups we get. Our pups were boarded and trained with Lauren and Michael, and they were amazing. We got daily updates with videos, showing how they were doing and what they had been working on. They also answered any questions we’ve had along the way, even after pickup. Will definitely board with them again in the future. Thank you again Lauren and Michael!
Rachael Nicley
23:49 22 Oct 22
I just want to let everyone know that taking the dogs to Sublime K9 was the best decision we have ever made. Lauren took us through all of the training we needed to be good owners, and our dogs have shown so much improvement. If anyone needs to train, board or daycare for their dogs, Sublime is the way to go.
Amanda Long
15:10 20 Sep 22
I have loved this place! All the trainers are great and my dogs have really enjoyed learning from them! Highly recommend!
Kelsey Green
22:23 03 Aug 22
My 7 month old labradoodle completed a 3 week board and train with Lauren. I cannot recommend Lauren enough! My pup adores her and I had peace of mind with daily updates! All future pups will be trained through Sublime K9!!
Aaron
17:19 06 Jul 22
My wife and I started our little Yorkie mix, Ellie, in puppy head start last fall. The lessons were very helpful and gave Ellie a good foundation of basic commands. Unfortunately she suffered from separation anxiety and had to be medicated in order to tolerate being alone for any length of time. This generated a lot of stress for us as well, feeling unable to do many day to day tasks. She just graduated the 3 Week Board and Train with Lauren and she is so much more confident and has even better manners/obedience. Lauren made the 3 weeks without our sidekick easier, sending thorough daily updates so we could see Ellie's progress. Lauren is great to work with, and we could tell that she gives each dog individual attention and plenty of love while under her care. Ellie's anxiety is now much lower, and she no longer freaks out when she can't see or be right with me or my wife. Medication used to be a daily necessity, but it hasn't been needed since the day we took Ellie to Lauren. We can't recommend Sublime K9 - and especially Lauren - enough.
Michelle Lovell
16:07 27 Jun 22
I took my little mini poodle Ella Kate to Sublime for her basic puppy training...she is a super smart girl and I had worked with her from 8 weeks old and she knew most of the basics .the trainers here really worked so well with her in firming up her commands. Every class I went thinking this one will be a challenge (especially Heel since she was such a puller)...5 weeks of classes and Ella Kate and I both learned so much.She is a joy to walk now and loose leash walks with ease. Thanks to all the trainers for their dedication. We trained with Megan, Lauren and our last 3 classes with Ashlynn.. Highly recommend all of them as they are amazing
Julie Carter
04:59 26 Jun 22
I cannot say enough good things about Sublime K9 - and specifically Megan and Kayla. Kayla was easy to communicate with and did a couple of lessons for my first dog who went through training. Megan did 3 week board and trains for my other two dogs at separate times. After my wild child puppy came back home with manners and listening ears, I knew I wanted Megan to train my final pup. I have been so impressed with what they have learned - and so happy to be able to maintain some order with three high energy Australian Shepherds. I have recommended Sublime K9 to so many people after sending my dogs through their programs.
Beth Humphrey
21:09 25 Jun 22
We sent our puppy Ford to Lauren for some puppy training and we could not be more pleased! He learned to ring the bell when we wants to go outside, plus so much more, such as sit, place, lay, stay and walk with a leash. All of this was done in one week! Lauren showed us how to work with Ford to build upon what he has learned and made sure we were comfortable giving him the commands he learned.Lauren is very knowledgeable and always took the time to answer our questions. She truly loves dogs and has a special bond with them.
Jessica Reed
00:53 24 Apr 22
I am so happy I chose to place my trust with sublime k9 and their trainer Lauren! Astrid is literally the furry form of myself/my best friend. I have 2 very active kids in sports. Dealing with issues that happened between Astrid and another dog made it difficult to take her most places. With the help of Lauren and Kayla, I was able to talk and get a response within mins of my msgs. They made me feel comfortable with the decision to leave my fur baby in their hands. When I picked her up, Astrid was still her quirky/wiggle butt self but instead she was more mindful of her manners and had the basis on what to do in stressful situations!! I would rate more stars if Google allowed me bc they are awesome! And Lauren always went the extra mile for my Astrid!! I will definitely be taking other pets to them in the future and spread word of how great they are. You will not be disappointed!
Todd White
23:10 13 Feb 22
Kayla is a great trainer and genuinely loves all dogs. I can not recommend her and her team enough for training you dog or just boarding!
Charlie Hill
14:10 08 Jan 22
Just wanted to say that Ashlynn has done an AMAZING job working with Ghost. He no longer is chasing the cats around the house 500 times a day, he is much more well behaved. When our 3 yo is eating and we put Ghost on place he stays there the entire time despite the activity going on in the house. He is completely distraction proof, to the point that when I tell him to stay, I can throw his favorite toy towards him and past him and he doesn’t move until I give him the command to break. The training was well worth the money spent!!!! Highly recommend Sublime K9 to all the people I know and have shown them the videos of the accomplishments Ghost has achieved.Before he came to Sublime for the second time I was honestly thinking I was gonna have to find him another home due to the issues he was causing and the kennel aggression he had and that broke my heart but you guys made it possible for him to continue to stay with us and I am grateful for that!!
Amber Milton
17:50 15 Dec 21
Kayla did an absolutely amazing job. My dog went for a month and he came back like a brand new dog.
The Evans
20:05 30 Nov 21
Our sweet Lola had some past trauma that I was worried was causing some behavior issues. Lauren was quick to train ME and teach us the tools Lola needed to become successful. She gave us the tools and resources to help Lola become a happier pup, teaching us ways to manage her quirks and give her freedom and peace at the same time. Not all pups are the same and she taught us how to manage this odd little golden girl of ours! Thanks Lauren!
sarah pokorny
00:39 29 Nov 21
My daughter decided to surprise our family with a mini wire haired dachshund. We weren’t exactly prepared for a new puppy and we were having a terrible time house training her. We contacted Sublime K9 and after talking with Megan we decided to send Phoebe to a week of puppy school. She learned to sit, come, stay and potty outside 🙌🏼. We are so happy with all the progress Phoebe has made thanks to Megan and Sublime K9!
Sherry Delay
16:48 06 Nov 21
Awesome place to take your puppy. All the trainers are very knowledgeable and patient. I like that they can help you manage any issues at home with your puppy. Our puppy lessons have been very important with our 6 year old son. We have all learned and our puppy is much happier and obedient!
Joy Fraser
01:22 04 Nov 21
Bodhi graduated from behavior classes today! We worked with Megan and loved every class. She is very knowledgeable. The help we received from her is priceless. I would recommend Sublime k9 to anyone. We will use them again for any boarding and training needs we have. Megan was incredible and Bodhi really liked her.
Tim Killion
17:38 03 Nov 21
Ashlynn was our trainer for our two 8 month old Bichon Frise brother and sister. We did a two week Board and Train program. Ashlynn was extremely professional, courteous and from day one put us at ease keeping our babies in her care. We are AMAZED at the results she was able to achieve in only two weeks! Highly highly recommend! This has changed all our lives for the better. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Kristen Early
00:23 02 Nov 21
Before Sublime training, our 2-year-old rescue lab, Dawson, had no idea how to listen to us. He hadn't been socialized, and he had no concept of communication. Everything we tried failed. We were overwhelmed.Everyone who knew him before training couldn’t believe he was the same dog when they saw him again after. His trainer, Lauren, changed his life. We never dreamed she could accomplish all she did for him in just 3 weeks. Now he goes with us to farmer’s markets, festivals, pet-friendly stores, and friends and family’s homes.Anytime we hit a stumbling block, we can text Lauren. She’s always there to help us work through it! While Dawson was with her, she gave us daily updates with photos and videos. She helped him learn more than his basic commands; she also took the time to help him gain confidence with walking up and down stairs and jumping into vehicles, for example. Dawson’s new sister, Charlotte, will soon be spending her 3 weeks at “school” as well!I frequently recommend Sublime to friends, family, and anyone looking for a place they can trust with their fur baby’s future. This is the best investment you can make for your dog’s life, and you won’t regret the difference it will make in your own, either!
Stacey Collins
23:30 26 Oct 21
We did puppy lessons, basic lessons, tricks lessons and advanced lessons. Very knowledgeable staff. They did a great job with our dog Pepper! Most of our time was spent with Lauren and she is awesome! Highly recommend!
Lauren Headrick
23:22 26 Oct 21
We had the pleasure of working with more than one of Sublime K9’s trainers when we completing our puppy lessons. They were so helpful in teaching us to teach our smart, but stubborn girl basic commands and getting her started on some more advanced training.
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