We sent our two dogs to a 3-week board and train program at IQK9 in Valley Center and the results were incredible! We were recommended this place by another dog mom at the dog park who also went through the training and has a very well-behaved doggo. Our dogs - Gojo and Benji - came home more obedient, calm, and confident -- they now respond to commands, walk beautifully on leash, and no longer jump on people or fight with each other. The dog trainers at IQK9 in Valley Center are amazing -- you can tell they truly care about every dog and have years of professional dog training experience. The whole process was easy, clear, and very well-organized. They even trained us during pickup so we understood how to stay consistent at home. This made all the difference because it is so important for us to continue their training at home to instill everything they learned. Our dogs absolutely loved their trainers and were so happy the entire time. If you're looking for obedience training, leash training, or dog behavior correction in Valley Center or North County San Diego, we 10/10 recommend this place! read more

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Wow. I cannot say enough good things about everyone at IQ K9 and the changes they made for us and our puppy. Bodhi is an 11 month old 100 lb dog. We had reached a plateau in our abilities to train him and he was not only becoming unruly and not listening to commands and "no", he was beginning to resources guard around us and the other dogs. He was becoming a real problem and a liability. We enrolled Bodhi in the 3 week immersion program and after 3 weeks we received a call asking to keep Bodhi another week, free of charge! As Bodhi still had some issues following commands in times/ areas of high distraction. After 4 weeks, Bodhi is miraculously a completely changed, new and improved dog. His energy level is even different. Much more manageable and he is still the happy goofy puppy we fell in love with. He listens to commands. He drops toys when told to do so. He stays on place when instructed to do so. His resource guarding is gone. I can walk him with the leash dangling from my pinky finger. No pulling. Bodhi is so much easier to love now, not that he wasn't before. He is an amazing companion and such a delight to play with now. The team at IQ K9 really took the time to get to know Bodhi. They shared things with me about his personality that I wasn't picking up on. I felt like they loved him as much as I do and they explained things to me in such a way that helped me understand Bodhi and myself (style of training) better. This program is worth every penny and in my experience, the team didn't quit until they were pleased with the results. I would do it all over again and highly recommend the program. read more

Before sending my dog to IQ K9 I called around to a few places and once I spoke to Luis I knew this was the place. Upon meeting the other trainers I was certain I made the right decision, the trainers are genuinely interested in addressing and helping with the concerns I had about my dog. They are all so caring and answered all of my questions and concerns. At pick up it's like I was picking up a new dog. I am now able to enjoy walks with him and take him out in public settings without him reacting to other dogs or pulling on the leash. I am so thankful for IQ K9 and definitely recommend you bringing your dog to them. read more

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I adopted a 9 week old Xoloitzcuintle puppy and was quickly overwhelmed with how high of energy she was (is) and certain behaviors I didn't like. She was biting HARD 24/7, jumping constantly, did not like being held or touched at all (which made her necessary skin care near impossible), and she needed help with potty training, crate training, leash training....basically everything. The most difficult things for us were the hard biting and jumping. Luis called us for our free phone consultation and he was very thorough and knowledgeable. He asked us tons of questions about her personality, her behaviors, our home environment, and her interactions with people and our other dog. We were hesitant at first about the e-collar, but when Luis explained how it would be used and that they would teach us how to properly use it, we felt reassured. For our first session, the trainer came out to our house and immediately started teaching us how to get Keya to calm down with the jumping and biting. She explained we needed to work on impulse control and THEN commands. She taught us the words to use and gave us a packet explaining when we would use each word. We practiced inside, in the backyard, and in our parking lot (away from grass since she wasnt fully vaccinated yet). We got so many great tips right away. We still felt overwhelmed so the trainer texted us to keep checking in on how we were doing. Our second lesson was another home visit and it definitely helped us realize our dog's primary focus was impulse control, so we kept working on it. Our puppy still kept doing the unwanted behaviors and my wife and I were so exhausted and frustrated that we texted IQ K9 asking if we could bring her to them sooner than planned. They agreed, and we brought her in for drop off. She ended up staying a whole month, and when it came for the day of pick up, we met with Logan at the training facility/home, and Logan took their time re-explaining the commands, answering our questions, then training us on the e-collar. At this point, we got to say hi to our puppy, then we went outside and immediately started practicing commands with our puppy. Logan showed us how to do something, then my wife and I took turns trying. When we made errors, Logan kindly corrected us, which we are so grateful for. After 2-3 hours, it was finally time for us to go home. We were so nervous to bring Keya (our high energy breed puppy) home, but we were SO shocked and impressed on how much progress she made. IQ K9 truly did amazing work with Keya that we never thought possible. Since she has been home, we have had some difficulties, but we expected that, and Logan prepared us for that. Logan told us there would be mistakes for us and Keya, and that we all needed to find our groove and continue the commitment to training for it to stick. My wife and I were encouraged to text IQ K9 any questions that arise, and we had some by the next day. They answered our questions and were happy to help. I highly, highly recommend IQK9! The entire team is amazing and has not only helped Keya, but helped my wife and I. read more

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We rescued Beary, a shepherd/malinois mix, in April 2024 who had been adopted once and returned. Beary was insecure and reactive to other dogs. We tried a San Diego trainer, but did not get the results we were looking for. We are very thankful that we found IQ K9 in Valley Center. The trainers are excellent at what they do, but it's also obvious that they care about the dogs they train. They are calm and capable. They make sure to understand what the issues are, and what the owner would like to accomplish. Beary is now a happier, well-behaved dog after his 3-week program. We were reluctant to leave him for so long, but we have been back for follow-up training sessions (for us humans), and Beary loves the trainers and is always happy to see them. Highly recommend! read more

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My wife and I are beyond grateful for Stani, Logan, and Luis at IQ K9 Training! When we picked up Travis after his 2 week immersive training, he was confident and excited to work to be a more obedient dog. We live in LA, so we drove 2 hours each way for Travis, and the experience & results were well worth it. Travis had 3 main issues we wanted to correct: 1) Going crazy and barking uncontrollably at certain dogs, 2) Jumping on people to say hi when they come close, and 3) General recall. Travis is a sweet boy, but also stubborn and sometimes likes to do the bare minimum to get by. Sometimes he tugs on the leash and he is headstrong, so when he is fixated on something, he wants to go towards it. We had a free consultation with Stani over Zoom, and she recommended a 2 week program. Our wife and I initially had hesitations with boarding & training programs given some of the bad ones we've heard / read about, but a friend of ours had went with Stani before and had glowing reviews. We took the chance, paid the deposit, and were excited for the new journey. The drop off was quick and we were anxious throughout the 2 weeks. Updates came every few days and all were positive. When we picked up Travis, we had about a 2 hour close-out session to train us on how to set Travis up for success. Travis was a changed dog. He was calm, confident, and ready to take our lead. We also initially had reservations on the use of an e collar, but Stani & Logan showed us how to use it for correction only, and we were pleased to have it as a tool to get Travis to focus. We practiced diligently over the next 2 weeks to build our confidence up as dog parents and we just wrapped up a follow-up session in-person to clean up a few things on our end. We are so glad we went with IQ K9. Stani follows very fair and good principles in her approach to training dogs - being kind with mistakes that will undoubtedly happen (for both the dog and parents), pushing for us to be consistent in how we communicate with him, and rewarding Travis for commitment towards command as learns to be obedient. We learned so much about Travis and how to approach situations with him, and our relationship with him has exponentially gotten better. We also very much enjoy how available the team is via texting when we had in the moment questions while practicing. We highly recommend IQ K9!!! They are absolutely wonderful and care so much for not only Travis, but making sure that we as dog parents are committed to helping him succeed. read more

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I was very hesitant on sending my Korean Jindo; Lollipop, for training away from home for 3 weeks. But I knew I had to because she was showing my 12 year old Aussie that she was the alpha by once in a while jumping on him and penning him down. We had to stop that aggression and we were referred to IQ K9. And I'm very happy we were! The phone call with Luis to see which immersion program she would need showed us how knowledgeable Luis was with her breed, and that the program itself was going to be perfect for her to help her not only with her aggression, but with her stubbornness, skittishness, her barking, and other bad habits she had. The training is 1, 2, or 3 weeks but because Lollipop was being aggressive Luis recommended the 3 week training. It was hard having Lollipop away from home for 3 weeks, but we got pictures, videos, texts, and phone calls on Lollipop's progress. It was wonderful to see how the trainers were teaching her, along with teaching us with the videos. I could tell they loved her with all of the pet names I would hear the trainers call her! That made me feel comfortable knowing she was being taken care of. Stani, Luis, Logan, and all the other trainers made Lollipop feel comfortable there! The trainers all understood my dog, which helped with her training. The program uses the positive reinforcement training technique. This helped Lollipop guide her towards the desired behaviors with the help of the E-collar. IQ K9 even helped us with her bad behaviors like barking, pulling on the leash, and not coming when called. Lollipop might start barking when the UPS person is at our front door, but all we have to do is say the command QUIET and she instantly pays attention!! IQ K9 has honestly made her an obedient dog. Family and friends have commented how calm she is now too because she would always bark whenever we had gatherings at our house. I am so happy I took Lollipop to IQ K9. I am very grateful for their help training my stubborn Korean Jindo. It was great to have 4-5 follow-up sessions with Stani to make sure we understood how to continue Lollipop's training. Because as Stani reminded as, consistency with the training is important! Stani is an excellent trainer and is extremely knowledgeable about dogs!! She is wonderful. When we dropped Lollipop off the first day she was very independent(reason she didn't pay attention), stubborn, skittish,aggressive with my older dog, and she had no boundaries. When we picked her up after 3 weeks she was still my Lollipop; loving and happy, but now just obedient! Thank you guys very much for your help!! We really appreciate it! I will always highly recommend you guys! read more

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Let me just start off by saying Stani, Luis, and their team are AMAZING!!! My sister and I were referred to IQ K9 by our friend who had very successful results after enrolling her dog in private training classes. Since we live in LA, we were initially hesitant to reach out because of the distance. We were also worried about putting our dog in a board and train program as we heard many horror stories about them. However, we are so glad we chose IQ K9 for our 3 year old Shiba Inu, Mooncake's training. The main issues we were experiencing with Mooncake included resource guarding, aggression towards dogs and strangers, and biting. I first had a virtual consultation with Stani and loved how honest and upfront she was about how Mooncake's problem behaviors could have possibly stemmed from. She also gave advice as to how we could start implementing changes in the house even prior to a formal training program. We then had an in-person meet and greet and brought Mooncake down to SD to meet with Stani and Luis. From the beginning, they were quick to pick up on Mooncake's behavioral issues. They recommended a 2-3 week immersion program for Mooncake. Since we were going to be out of the country for 2-3 weeks, we decided to enroll Mooncake in a 2 week program first and if needed, extend to a 3 week program. During the training program, we were provided updates and videos every 2-3 days of Mooncake's progress. Stani was very upfront with us and towards the middle of the 2 week program, she let us know that Mooncake was progressing but likely not at the speed we would have wanted to. She recommended that we either extend another week of training or she would give us a full refund. I truly appreciated Stani and her honesty. We were initially hesitant on extending Mooncake's training for another week because we missed him so much. However, we decided to purse another week of training as we were already seeing significant improvement just with the videos. When it was time to pick Mooncake up after his 3 week program, we were SO IMPRESSED with his progress. Let me tell you, it was like night and day. Mooncake was so much more obedient and receptive to our commands. Stani and her team use a mixture of positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement (prong collar and e-collar). At the go-home lesson, Stani showed us the correct way to use the collar equipment. We are so amazed by how Mooncake's biting, resource guarding, and aggression were corrected during the short time with Stani's team. We are continuing to implement the same training techniques at home and continue to see Mooncake improve despite being back at home. Again, we are so happy with Stani and her team's professionalism, true understanding of training dogs appropriately, and efficiency with training our fur baby, Mooncake. If you are looking for a board and train program in the SoCal area, we can't recommend IQ K9 enough. read more

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We brought our Rottweiler puppy here for the 3 week immersive program. What a difference they made! Stani, Louis and Logan amongst all those we didn't get to know real well made a huge impact on Hunter and us. Hunter listens, obeys and is the sweetest dog. Any questions we have they take the time to talk to us and walk us through possible adjustments. Thank you IQ K9! read more

"My wife and I cannot recommend IQ K9 highly enough! From the moment we brought our 6-month-old Golden Retriever puppy, Ren, to their facility, it was clear that this place is dedicated to both the dogs and their owners. Luis, Logan, and Stani are not only skilled and knowledgeable trainers, but they also have a true passion for helping dogs succeed. Their patience, expertise, and personalized approach created an incredibly positive and supportive environment for both Ren and us. We've seen remarkable progress, and we're genuinely grateful for everything they've done! **Background:** Ren, who we adopted from a rescue center, had been surrendered by a military couple due to her high energy and their impending arrival of a baby. Though Ren is a sweet and loving puppy, she came to us with some training gaps, and we quickly realized that we needed professional help to guide her. After our initial consultation with Luis, we felt completely at ease. He took the time to explain every step of the process in detail, answered all of our questions, and never pressured us into anything. We decided on the 2-week immersion program, which offered Ren the essential foundation to become a well-behaved, happy, and safe puppy. What really sets IQ K9 apart, though, is their ongoing support even after the immersion program ended. They offer up to five follow-up sessions, which will be invaluable for refining Ren's skills and addressing any challenges that crop up once she was back home. We knew going in that two weeks wouldn't magically transform our high-energy puppy, and we were realistic about the fact that real progress comes with continued practice and reinforcement at home. But even after just a couple of days back, it's already clear that Ren is more confident, better behaved, and noticeably more responsive. One thing that really stood out to us was the team's dedication to going above and beyond for their clients. For example, Ren struggled a bit with certain skills, especially when distractions were introduced. Luis personally reached out to see if it would be okay for Ren to stay an extra few days for more practice. This level of care and attention shows just how much the IQ K9 team values their clients and their dogs--and they didn't even ask for extra payment, which was a welcome surprise. Another important topic I want to address is the use of the e-collar, which sometimes gets a bad reputation. While some people associate it with the idea of "shock collars," the e-collar, when used correctly, is an incredibly effective training tool. IQ K9 practices balanced training, blending reward-based methods with the e-collar to provide a positive and efficient way to teach dogs. We've had experience with e-collars from training our previous dog, so we were comfortable with its use. With Ren, the e-collar made a huge difference in her responsiveness, and it's given us a much more obedient dog, which ultimately makes her safer. Plus, IQ K9 equipped us with the same e-collar and other training tools they used during Ren's sessions, so we feel fully prepared to continue her training at home. While Ren still has a bit of work to do as we teach her new skills, we're incredibly confident in the progress she's made, and we're excited for all the activities we'll be able to enjoy together. We now feel empowered with the tools and knowledge to continue her training in a positive and effective way. Overall, we are incredibly grateful to Luis, Logan, Stani, and the entire IQ K9 team for their expertise, dedication, and personalized care. If you're looking for a professional, balanced approach to dog training, we highly recommend IQ K9." read more

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We adopted a Malinois at 3 years old and she was the sweetest hooligan at home but lacked confidence when we left the home, leading to some behavioral issues. We were referred to IQ K9 by owners who said they would not trust any one else with their dogs. Every step from the initial phone call with Luis, drop off/pick up appts, to follow up training with Stani was highly professional and educational. Luis told us that they had a client tell them that their dog walks with their chin held up and that's exactly what we see- her tail and chin are held higher. She's confident, more relaxed, and more fulfilled. I can't emphasize enough how grateful I am for Stani and her team. We will always be training but IQ K9 gave us a stronger foundation than I ever could have hoped for. Also she has a super strong off/on switch now which I'm sure is a result of structured training - she goes in 100% for play time and is way more attentive when we train inside or outside the home but knows when she needs to settle. Ask questions if you have concerns about training - they absolutely take the time to educate and talk things through (i.e. we were initially hesitant at the use of an ecollar but now she knows it means an adventure and training and she's ready to go). Long story short, bring your dog here - your dog will thank you. read more

IQ K9 Training - Pet Training Near Me - Valley Center, California

IQ K9 Training is a godsend! We have two golden puppies that were out of control. We enrolled them in their 2 week training program which included 5 additional training sessions afterwards. The trainers were so wonderful and patient with our girls. They came home and were almost like they were new dogs! The training we received gave us confidence and be better dog parents. For the last training session Stani and Kyle came to our home to help with some specific behaviors we were still struggling with. I highly recommend IQ K9. They are wonderful!! read more

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Life-Changing! Best Money We Have Every Spent! Miracle! We found out about IQ K9 from a good family friend when we were at our wits end with our 7 month old white lab puppy, Sandy. We were struggling with her unruly, dominant behavior while trying to meet all the needs of our family of four. I decided to reach out for a consultation phone call and after talking to Luis, I KNEW we needed their help. At 7 months, we had put in countless hours trying to train Sandy into being an obedient dog but nothing was working. She was still very mouthy, jumped on everyone, ripped up the yard, chewed wood chips, and couldn't be trusted to be inside or outside our house without getting destructive. We were all pretty miserable because Sandy was running our household despite us putting forth our best effort to train her. During our initial phone consultation, Luis made me feel that Sandy could definitely reach her potential and be trained out of the nuisance behaviors. He thoroughly explained their training program and answered my dozens of questions. I'm very much on the conservative side of things when it comes to my family and my dogs, so the idea of dropping her off at a facility for two weeks at first was a little nerve wracking. Yet after talking to Luis, I felt completely comfortable that she would receive exceptional care, and I was correct. The professionalism from Luis and all the staff is at the highest level. Additionally, we received timely videos and photos updates of Sandy, including one of her sitting in 'place' three feet from a cat! What a testament to their training methods! I was skeptical that her behavior would change very much because it was only two weeks, but 100% of her troublesome behaviors have disappeared and remain gone! We feel like it was a miracle. It's like a different life with her. I was also truly shocked at how HAPPY Sandy is after training. She understands her limits and boundaries based off of the IQ K9 training methods and the e-collar is like magic. She is not bothered in the least by her e-collar. I was wondering how she would react to it because I knew that was a training tool used but have no experience with one. I kept an open mind about the e-collar and I'm thrilled I did because it is nothing like I expected. Sandy has not one ounce of a negative reaction to it. She seems to view it simply as a communication tool and it is working beautifully to communicate the behaviors we want and do not want. To be clear, I would never try and use an e-collar without Luis or Logan or the other IQ K9 staff training my dog on it first. I don't personally feel qualified to do the initial training, but the staff teaches you how to effectively use it at the 2 hour pick up training session after they have trained your dog on the e-collar. Also, the IQ K9 staff have the biggest hearts for the dogs they train, which also explains why Sandy is so happy and healthy after her training. We follow the direction of Luis and her other trainer, Logan, to the letter in order to keep this progress Sandy has made permanent. The best part- their program is so simple and easy to follow. Even my 10 year old is able to do it. IQ K9 trained us on how to give clear, simple marker words and commands to Sandy. We received all the training tools upon pick up and the quality of everything, from the training staff to the training tools used are all exceptional. I feel like a huge responsibility has been taken off my plate and a weight off my shoulders. I am supremely confident that the training Sandy received from IQ K9 will carry us through the rest of her puppy phases and into adulthood. I cannot recommend IQ K9 enough and will never have another dog again without getting trained with IQ K9!! read more

IQ K9 Training - Pet Training Near Me - Valley Center, California

IQ K9 Training has helped my family and I with my young high energy Rat Terrier Cattle Dog mix named Chopper who I adopted as a puppy from the animal shelter. He learned to listen to commands we have learned with IQ K9 and knowing how he should be behaving knowing right from wrong. Chopper and I recently had an experience on our own where he got loose but due to his recall training he learned with IQ on the first call he came right to me. His training with IQ K9 saved his life. I am a first time dog owner and sent him through the 3 week immersion program. I truly trust IQ K9 and their wonderful staff to teach and have Chopper under their care in his program and when I board him with IQ K9. I highly recommend reaching out they are wonderful and you will truly see results in your companion. Thank you IQ K9!!!! read more

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I don't think I'm being unreasonable for expecting the same service. I sent my dog here for training and paid for the 3 weeks because I wanted him to have continued training and I liked that I could board him where he was playing and spending time with other dogs. They recently sold their business and it looks like the dogs are kept in kennels and only come out during their allotted workout rotation when they're boarded. Feels more like prison vs boarding. I'm very disappointed. read more

We recently got our third pup, a St. Bernard / poodle who at his cute age of 7 months is a healthy 75 lbs. IQ K9 was recommended by a colleague at work. Given our pup's size and knowing he is going to get bigger we wanted to get the jumping on people under control and not scare people when they walk into our house (not because he's aggressive but because of his size and how excited he gets when he sees new people). 7 days with the IQ K9 team and our clumsy, overly excited, goofy pup was still his cute self but with manners. Absolutely incredible what they are able to teach them in 7 days. They were great at communicating, answered all of my questions and were always a text away. Our of our 3 pups he is the most well behaved dog and just a joy to take everywhere with us. Our real test was when we took him to Balboa park to walk around the pond in front of the botanical garden. It was full of ducks, kids, performers and our pup just sat and enjoyed the view. If this would have occurred two weeks prior, our pup would have gone nuts with barking and trying to chase everything in sight. We were in awe. It also takes a lot of practice at home, but the foundation, guidance and everything taught by the IQ K9 team is invaluable. Highly recommend them! read more

Amazing and very experienced trainers and dog behaviorists! The training facility is top notch and the setting in the country is ideal. They really trained my Doberman puppy well, great results. I highly recommend them! They are the best. read more

My 7 year old 20# Maltipoo was a 'reactive' little guy who pulled on the leash and was unpredictable around new people or new dogs. He liked to jump on everyone, bark hysterically if anyone came to the door and would go crazy when he saw an Amazon truck. After 2 weeks at IQK9 training (the ranch) he was calm, happy and the best version of himself. We were back at the ranch 1 week after his training and he was sooo excited to see Katie (his trainer) and the ranch again! That spoke volumes to me about his learning experience there......he was HAPPY to visit and see everyone again! Don't hesitate! Do yourself and your pooch a favor and get the training you both need! Judie Erickson read more

IQ K9 Training - Pet Training Near Me - Valley Center, California

THANKS SO MUCH, Lianne, Brett and the team of trainers @ IQ K9 We totally appreciate you and what you have done for Ta'ku...and our family! We adopted Ta'ku as a wee bear cub @ just a month old. She lost her mama and was separated from her siblings at 2 weeks old. We nurtured her and her gut health to give her the best start we knew how. However with an aged dog at home and this little one once she became of substantial size it was clear she had some resource guarding issues (she bit twice trying to guard her prized bone) and she had a lot of fear of the world, ie diving under parked cars as she was walked, she would cower when there were loud noises or dogs barking at her. She didn't walk well at all on a leash. etc We are Jeepers and like to go out with groups and have her along but she really didn't like the people much or other dogs. She does love the Jeep rides. We started leaving her home because she was unpredictable. I chose to dig in and "save" our relationship, I just love her so much. (Truth be told her humans had failed her.) I didn't make a short-term commitment. So I made an appt with IQ K9 training... On consultation day Brett explained to us why she was acting as she was and what we could start doing that day to help her, and ourselves. It took a few months before there was an opening but we sent her off to BootCamp for 3 weeks of training. I have to say it was the best decision I made for her. It was tough for us all, we missed her so much. She now handles herself with confidence... she obeys, walks like a dream, she has become such a love bug in a positive sense. She loves learning tricks and playing. She now interacts with other dogs in play "properly" and engages well with our "old man" our 14lb 10 yr old dog. She recalls wonderfully. She is amazingly behaved in a mall/people setting. She clearly loves to work. Now she is able to join us when we go out most of the time. She is great with strangers and people coming into the home. I am so very thankful..... the trainers will tell you she is a different dog... she did us proud and she is so very happy now. If you are considering this training company don't hesitate, and keep in mind they usually have a wait before you can get in with your best friend. Thanks IQ K9 Training !!!!! read more

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My wife and I recently completed our Puppy Immersion class with Bret and his team! It was one the best experiences we have ever had. Bret met with us multiple times and while Tank (our little Jack Russell) was in training for two weeks we always knew that we actually needed the training as well. Tank is doing great with all of the commands but we probably need some more work:) We would highly recommend using IQK9 Training for your dog! read more

We were struggling with our 1 year old German shepherd, Lola. Although she new some basic commands, she lacked confidence and was fearful. We knew she really needed immersive socialization with other dogs and IQ K9 seemed like a good fit. The three week program was wonderful for her. Lola's confidence was much improved and her heels were beautiful. We greatly appreciate the supportive follow up training by Katie. She offered us excellent, successful advice for mitigation and improvement of every behavior we discussed. Also, she observed progress was not as expected and found an alternative corrective method that just worked wonders. Thank you Katie and thanks to all at IQ K9! read more

I'm a bit overdue in writing this review, and will be brief, but if I could give them more stars I would! Stani and Katie are consummate professionals. Do not think twice ... they really know what they're doing. Take your pup to them as young as possible and adhere to their training methods. read more

IQK9 did an excellent job training my puppy. I enrolled my Pit Bull pup in the two week training program because she wasn't listening to commands. She would listen sometimes and at other times she would just ignore them. She is very sociable and she would want to approach strangers and other dogs to play. IQK9 was able to to teach my dog how to focus on my commands without getting distracted. She now comes when she's told and heels when we are walking in public even with there are distractions. She walks with confidence as she knows what is expected of her. Thank you to the trainers at IQK9 for giving me more freedom with her. We can go out in public without worrying that she'll act like an untrained dog! read more

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There's no other way to say it other than IQ K9 changed our life for the better. Our German Shepard is a rescue and could not meet new people or dogs without reacting erratically each time. After working with IQ K9 and their wonderful trainer Stani we have been able to do all kinds of things we never could have imagined doing with our girl. She is now able to go to the dog park and go for walks in public and is often times one of the best behaving dogs of the crowd. We are so beyond grateful to have found IQ K9!!! read more

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We adopted a young Malinois German Shepherd mix stray from Mexico and knew that we wanted a dog that would behave with other dogs, people and particularly our young grandkids. IQ K9 was recommended to us and at the end of two weeks we had a trained, well behaved dog that we can take anywhere with us and feel comfortable. I love that we can call them anytime for an extra lesson and we can board her there as well. The training program is well worth the investment and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone with any kind of dog, small or large. read more

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I just had a talk over the phone with her she was in Fallbrook, she didn't charge me or anything for the conference but gave me the greatest tip which I'd been searching for years. and I truly appreciated for being honest, not being greedy, also very understanding. I hope all the dog trainers would be like her . Thank you very much. read more

4 year update on the training. Our dog Leroy was a handful and he had some issues with leash reaction and resource aggression but after the training sessions his behavior did a complete 180. We can take our dog anywhere. I wanted to say thank you for all your lessons and the time you took to help our family. read more

IQ K9 Training - Pet Training Near Me - Valley Center, California

We enrolled our Chocolate Lab puppy, Griswold, in the one week program and were so happy with the results. Our daily walks became much easier, and he was so much more well behaved in the house, and with our young kids. We have since sent him back for boarding, and its great to have a place for him to stay, along with a refresher course in his training. We love the K9 IQ Team! read more

We had been struggling to train our lively boxer puppy, but were not having much success. I had read training tips and watched videos and even took a class with other families and their dogs. We just couldn't seem to get past her wild behavior and get her to pay attention. (She was not mean, just playful and willful.) We were ready to give up and we needed some serious help! I saw a video by IQK9 on YouTube and was so impressed that I decided to call - I had seen their vehicles in town, so I knew they were local. That was the BEST CALL I HAVE EVER MADE! We chose the 1 week program. (We missed our girl, but they posted pictures and we could see she was doing great and having fun.) When we went to pick her up a week later, we were AMAZED! She was listening to the trainer, happily responding to: SIT, PLACE, HEEL, LET'S GO, OFF, COME, and more. Then they trained both of us how to communicate effectively with our pup and to practice her new commands. Besides her 1 week "Boot Camp," we had 3 training sessions to help us work on things at home and around distractions. Our puppy listens and obeys now, but she is still full of energy and is incredibly goofy (she is a boxer!) We don't feel like human chew toys any more, and we know she is safer on our ranch than she was before: she comes when we call and drops things when we tell her "off!" She is capable of so much more than we ever dreamed! We completely and highly recommend IQK9! They LOVE dogs, know dogs, & understand dogs... they have a great program that helps dogs and their families communicate and enjoy one another. (Their grounds are pretty amazing, too!) read more

[Please read original review] Update: Our dog is still great! Reflecting on the year we've had with our dog, and how far we've come since training. I have to say that she is doing amazing! Since completing our CGC & Trick classes with IQ K9, our dog has gone on to have so many other positive experiences. - We have taken her on many hikes, most of which we do off-leash. - She has been able to accompany us to bars, restaurants and even the gym. - We've approached new experiences like urban mushing with confidence, thanks to our bond and understanding of our dog. Everywhere we've gone, she has been complimented on her good behavior & tricks which we attribute to her training with IQ K9. IQ K9 has helped us to bond with our dog, and as a result, we have had an amazing year with her. Board & Review: We were happy to have Yuki stay with them when we went out of town this holiday season. Lianne was easy to communicate with as always, and was very flexible with the drop-off and pick-up times. Their new property is also very beautiful! It was just good to have some peace of mind that Yuki would be with someone she was familiar with, and holds the same standards for her that we do. Tip: make sure you download your map before heading out to their Fallbrook facility (cell service is non-existent). TL;DR IQ K9 is fantastic, even almost after a year of training! read more

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IQK9 took our spazzy puppy and turned her into a high-energy girl who really wants us happy. GAME CHANGER! Everyone was so wonderful and they did an awesome job of teaching us how to keep up the training at home. Our entire home has changed with the loving structure they taught our exuberant girl. read more

We were worried that our almost 3 yr old shepherd mix girl was too old and out of control to train. We called IQK9 multiple times with so many questions and they were fantastic. Riley completed the two week immersion training and is now continuing with home follow up lessons with Stani. We are so happy with Riley's results so far and so grateful for Stani and her team. Riley is not a treat driven dog yet they used toys and praise to motivate her and had incredible patience with her. We are very pleased and grateful! read more

Our female GSD is 8 years old and we are so happy to finally find her home away from home. .,... This wonderful place put her finishing touches on! She loves to go to their beautiful facility and everyone there is so knowledgeable and helpful. We could not be happier or more comfortable while we are away. With our next GSD puppy, they will be our first step along the way to enjoying a well balanced, socialized, happy dog for a lifetime. read more

This place is amazing. The team is superb. Bret and Lianne were wonderful and considerate. They are naturally professionals .He even gave us a special training session before our scheduled training came just because we were so hopeless with our puppy's ( Samson)hyper attitudes and dominance. We signed up for the 3 week program board and train and it's all worth it. Caitlyn and Stani were great trainers ,very responsive to our questions. The best thing with the 3- week program is the lifetime follow up after the formal training . I highly recommend IQ K9 training to all . Thank you Team, keep up the professionalism . Joey and Leni Medrano read more

Long overdue review- When I first got my GSD pup, I brought him to IQK9 after Bret made a few house calls for the puppy training. After two weeks of training and boarding, I could tell right away that I made the right decision. My pup was much more obedient, great on leash, and obeyed commands (he was VERY stubborn prior). Fast forward almost 2 years later, I am still taking my dog to IQK9 for boarding whenever I travel out of town. HANDS DOWN, I trust them with my dog! He is always EXCITED to stay there and play. Bret & Lianne and the other staff members are always VERY accommodating and communicative. My drive there is about 1.5 hours ONE-WAY. That should tell you a lot! :-) read more

I can't say enough awesome things about IQ K9 training!!! We have a 7 year old rescue that we knew nothing about. After 3 years of watching him lose his mind at the sight of other dogs we decided we had to do something. These guys were answered prayers!! The entire crew is outstanding. Our boy was gone for 3 weeks (they sent us pictures every few days) and came back a new dog! Bret was very upfront about what to expect and the staff are incredible. We can take our pup to the park, harbor or wherever and he doesn't lose his mind. He listens and actually seems to enjoy the structure of his new disciplined life. Our only regret is not taking him sooner! Kaitlyn came to our house and met us at the harbor and strand for at home follow up. Our doggy didn't need it but we did. She gave us pointers and helped us to gain the confidence we needed. If we get another dog we will DEFINITELY be using them again. And bonus....as a grad he can board with them and I know he will be taken care of! Thank you IQ K9!! read more

IQ K9 Training - Pup practicing "place" at the park with other dogs and distractions. - Pet Training Near Me - Valley Center, California

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IQK9 is amazing. We just finished sending our second dog through their program. Our second dog was a 4 month old puppy who didn't want to leave she loved them so much! The staff are loving, caring, knowledgeable, and super helpful. We love them and so did our dogs. We can't recommend them highly enough. Love love love! Thank you. read more

I cannot recommend IQ K9 Training enough! Me and my husband were in way over our heads with our new Belgian Malinois puppy, Bandit. After months of stress, tears and destruction we decided it was time to find professional help. I opted for the boarding school because I knew it was needed and I am so happy I did! Bandit has been home about 4 weeks since training and instead of wanting to rip my hair out with stress, I actually want him around and he is our new best buddy. Taking walks used to be an embarrassing nightmare but now he heels and walks beautifully. My food isn't being stolen off my counters and I can peacefully get stuff done around the house while he is sitting patiently on his cot. My only regret is that I didn't do this sooner! This has been worth every penny spent especially knowing Bret and Lianne are always there for us if we have questions or concerns! read more

Hands down the BEST place to train your dog! If you are looking for a caring, inexpensive, and experienced team to train your dog -look no further than IQ K9 Training!! I enrolled my pup in the two-week board and train program with IQ K9 training. I cannot express in words my gratitude and satisfaction for the amazing work Stani at IQK9 did with my dog. This was the first time I had been away from my dog for more than a couple of hours, so enrolling in a boarding program was really out of my comfort zone. However, when I arrived and met her trainer Stani I was more than sure she was in great hands. Stani followed the (long) list of care instructions I provided and even bathed her before I picked her up - Winni was always excited to go back for her training sessions, proving how much she loved it at IQ K9 training and just how strong of a relationship she built with her trainer. Additionally, IQK9 has a thorough go-home session where they provide you with all the tools and info you need to continue the training at home. Lastly, the work that Stani put into training shined through with everything my pup did. She was still her fun-loving self but was respectful on the leash, listened to my commands, and any bad habits like counter surfing, jumping, excessive barking etc. were gone. The training was unique to my dog's needs and I always had individualized training sessions where I could ask questions and work on whatever behaviors that needed brushing up on.They also reached out often to check in on Winni and any questions might have. I am elated to say my pup has since completed her training and we no longer need the individualized sessions! Thank you Stani and the IQK9 team for your devotion and hard work! IQK9 exemplifies the standard of excellent dog training. read more

Our golden retriever completed the week boarding training. At a little over a year she was quite the wild one, digging, terrible on leash, nipping, jumping on guests and zoomies like no ones business. She's still high energy, it's just her personality but she is now manageable. I enjoy taking her out now, I can walk her without being drug around, she does not play bit any longer nor does she chew on any of my furniture anymore. It really is incredible what some real dog training can do with difficult dogs! read more

IQ K9 Training - Pet Training Near Me - Valley Center, California