Miramar Beach - 9970 US Hwy 98 W
Santa Rosa Beach - 180 Lynn Drive

Leash Pulling? Jumping Up? Excessive Barking?
Want a well-behaved dog?
Our Proven Training Programs Can Help!

Training Options

  • Drop your dog off for immersive training (2) days each week for a total of 6-days - Tuesday/Thursday - 9am - 4pm

    Santa Rosa Beach - with Tanner $2000.00

    Miramar Beach - with Steve $2400.00

  • We offer Private Training Sessions in the Santa Rosa Beach location. You will work with a trainer one-on-one to resolve common issues and learn foundational obedience.

    Platinum Level Obedience (14 sessions) $2199.00

    - A full course of obedience, with private training instruction
    - You and your dog will begin by learning all the basics of shaping behaviors – eliminating bad manners – and moving into high-level obedience
    - A weekly session will set you up for success in developing the relationship you want with your dog
    - FIRST appointment is 90-minutes and includes extensive human training on dog behavior
    - The remaining appointments are about an hour long
    - ALL appointments are done with YOU and YOUR DOG

    ** This course requires you to attend a private instruction class once each week for 14 weeks in a row. 4 of those training sessions can be working off-site with you and your dog. We want you to feel confident with your dog in any situation and our team will work with you to achieve your goals. Your homework must be completed each week in order to benefit from any training program.


    The Gold Level Obedience (8 sessions) $1299.00

    - A full course of obedience, with private training instruction - You and your dog will begin by learning all the basics of shaping behaviors – eliminating bad manners – and moving into high-level obedience- A weekly session will set you up for success in developing the relationship you want with your dog - FIRST appointment is 90-minutes and includes extensive human training on dog behavior- The remaining appointments are about an hour long- ALL appointments are done with YOU and YOUR DOG

    ** This course requires you to attend a private instruction class once each week for 8 weeks in a row. Proper socialization with exposure to various noises and surfaces through utilization of our sensory maze and other training equipment will help your dog build confidence as it learns to work around distractions, as well. Your homework must be completed each week in order to benefit from any training program.


    Basic Obedience (5 sessions) $799.00

    - Any age to qualify
    - Starting point for all issues including aggression
    - FIRST appointment is 90-minutes and includes extensive human training on dog behavior
    - The remaining appointments are about an hour long
    - ALL appointments are done with YOU and YOUR DOG


    Puppy Imprinting (4 sessions) $599.00

    - Weekly sessions for 4 weeks
    - Must be under 14 weeks old to qualify
    - Sessions are about 40 minutes long

    NOTE: Individual Sessions for continued training are available - and required for many dogs. We offer these package discounts to get you started on your journey to a well behaved dog.

    Private Training Session with one of our Professional Training Staff:

    Single Session (individual/1-hr) $175.00
    -Helps when catching up, refreshing, or even working on unique issues with your dog. Single sessions are only offered after you have completed an Evaluation Session/Group Class/Private Program/Board and Train

    Evaluation Session
    (individual1.5-hrs) $275.00
    - An evaluation session can help make a game plan for your dog’s unique issues. If you decide to continue on with a Board n Train, we will credit the evaluation to your cost for board and train.

    Private Training Session with Steve (individual/1-hr) $350.00
    Evaluation with Steve (individual) $599.00

  • 3-week Basic Board and Train Program + 3-week Private Training
    $3199.00

    - Basic Obedience and Impulse Control Training
    - PLUS, 3 follow-up sessions included. This gives you a comprehensive training package for a total of 6-weeks of training with YOU and your dog! *** Your 3 private follow up sessions must be completed within 6-weeks or they expire.
    - Behaviors learned: Sit, Down, Place, Wait, Leave It, Follow the Leader, Leash Walking
    - Common Behaviors corrected: leash pulling, jumping up, erratic chasing, lack of control

    5-week Executive Level Board and Train Program + Lifetime Private Training
    $4899.00
    - Everything from the 3-week program PLUS,
    * More imprinting of behaviors
    * More noise and surface exposure
    * Working alongside other dogs
    * Lifetime follow up training as long as the required follow up appointments are done according to our guidelines listed above

    HYBRID Board and Train Program $1799.00
    - This program is a 1-week Boot Camp to give your dog a jump start before Private Training
    - Perfect for those who want to get ahead of the curve with some professional help with communication to start the process
    - You will continue training with your dog for 3-consecutive weekly appointments with a trainer in Private Sessions

    - It is a guided journey in training with the benefit of imprinting and creating a routine

    NOTE: We also offer customized Board n Train programs for shorter stays coupled with private sessions, and longer stays for Service Dog Training, Aggression Issues, etc. We are happy to discuss your specific needs and make a custom program for your dog.

  • Group Class Training is a 5-week class, held on Tuesday nights. Check for the next class and sign up online to hold your spot. $239.00

    Next class begins - March 7th
    Sign up in the
    Client Portal

    We will be expanding Group Classes to include Nose Work in 2023. Look for updates posted on the website!

  • We train Service Dogs for multiple disciplines. We are happy to evaluate your dog for fitness to become a Service Dog, and discuss options for training. We also source dogs from top breeders for Service Dog workability. We do not offer “fake” Service Dog training so your dog can simply travel with you. If you are a combat wounded veteran, the Pawsitive Love Foundation might be an option to assist with costs.

  • We are happy to evaluate your dog and discuss training options for Personal Protection Dog Training. We also source dogs from top breeders in the US and overseas for Personal Protection from puppy to fully trained. Our Armored K9 Division is the gold standard in providing Protection Dog training.

Call to start a training program or to get more information!

850-420-2894

CANCELLATION POLICY:

As much as you count on us to be here when you need us, we count on your commitment to show up. When you make an appointment we hold the space just for your dog. If you cancel your appointment, you will be charged for the allotted time or deducted a package credit.

Training Team

Training team oversight is provided by our founder, Steve Kotowske, who has experienced success in both showing and breeding German Shepherd Dogs, Dutch Shepherds. His experience in training law enforcement K9’s, and consulting K9 teams adds a layer of knowledge that many pet trainers do not possess. His philosophy of training is quite simple - to teach you proper communication and leadership skills that, when followed, create a proper relationship between you and your dog.

You can train with Steve in his Day Training Program at our Miramar Beach location. He is also available for private instruction on a limited basis.

Our Lead Facility Trainer is Tanner Kotowske. He has been involved with dog training his entire life. He has trained with his father since he could hold a leash, and is a capable and qualified obedience trainer. Tanner enjoys leading the team for our Group Classes, Private Sessions, Day Training, and our Board and Train Programs. Tanner’s energy is infectious - you and your dog will enjoy the time you spend with him.

As a former college athlete, he sometimes makes the rigors of the work look easy. He is ready to coach you and train you to do the same.

Tanner is also working with our Protection Dogs in different aspects of training for bite work development and obedience.

Facility Trainer Kendall Bennett has enjoyed a life with dogs since she was a young child with her family’s first rescue. Kendall has worked with several rescue dog groups and has a great history with handling stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed dogs. Kendall works with the Board and Train dogs, Private Sessions, Group Classes, and Day Training Programs. Kendall’s smile and easy going disposition puts most dogs at ease, while her unwavering dedication to the task yields great results.

She holds a BS in Criminal Justice, a Master’s in Science of Justice, and has done an internship with Faulker Police Department. Kendall is also a former collegiate athlete with All Conference Awards for all four years.

Kendall is currently working to become a certified decoy for our Protection Dog program.