Elite Dog Training in Columbus & Pickerington
Obedience. Focus. Real-world transformation.
Trusted by families, executives, and working professionals for over 20 years.
Our Dog Training Programs
Real-world obedience. Lifetime results. Explore the training programs trusted across Central Ohio.
🐾 Obedience Training
At Buckeye K9, our obedience training lays the foundation for lifelong behavior success. Whether your pup is just 12 weeks old or you’re managing an older dog with unwanted habits, our trainers use a proven system rooted in positive structure, trust, and consistency. We tailor each session to your dog’s personality, behavior goals, and lifestyle to create lasting results — not just quick fixes.
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🐾 Private Lessons
Our private training sessions offer one-on-one attention in a format that fits your schedule. Held at your home or at our Obetz facility, these personalized lessons allow you to learn directly alongside your dog. Our expert trainers guide you step by step, helping you build confidence and control through practical commands and real-life scenarios.
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🐾 Residency Programs (Board & Train)
Our board-and-train programs are ideal for busy owners who want immersive training with professional guidance. Dogs stay at our state-of-the-art facility where they receive consistent structure, obedience training, and behavior modification throughout the day. Whether your pup needs a basic refresher or intensive behavior reshaping, we offer 5, 10, and 15-day programs tailored to their needs.
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Guaranteed Support for Your Dog's Life
Dog Training for Life
Welcoming a dog into your family is a lifelong commitment. Buckeye K9’s lifetime training gives you peace of mind knowing that our trainers are here to support you throughout your dog's journey.
As your dog matures or new behaviors emerge, we’re here to guide you with refreshed sessions. This unique offering ensures your dog remains well-behaved and responsive at every stage of life.
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Professional Service Dog Training
Helping individuals with disabilities gain independence and confidence through expertly trained service dogs.
Our service dogs are trained to assist with physical, visual, auditory, neurological, and psychiatric conditions — including PTSD, seizures, autism, diabetes, and mobility impairments.
- Retrieve dropped or out-of-reach items
- Open doors, cupboards, and appliances
- Assist with balance, stairs, or mobility
- Alert to seizures, anxiety, or sounds
- Activate adaptive switches and bark for help
We carefully match dogs based on temperament, health, and the client’s specific lifestyle needs. They are selected for their intelligence and trainability.
Training Options: You may purchase a trained service dog or have us custom-train a dog to meet your needs. Programs include on-leash obedience, service-specific tasks, and 1:1 placement training. Full programs may take up to 4 months depending on complexity.
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Therapy Dog Training for Certification
Looking to prepare your dog for a career in comfort and healing? Buckeye K9 offers therapy dog training to help dogs and their owners prepare for certification through a recognized organization.
Our team works with both you and your dog to build the calm, confidence, and responsiveness needed for real-world therapy work. You’ll be fully prepared to pass the therapy dog certification test.
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Real Results. Real Clients.
Hear what local dog owners say about their transformation with Buckeye K9.
"Our rescue pup went from anxious and reactive to confident and well-behaved after just 4 weeks. Incredible change!"
"The private lessons gave me the tools and confidence to lead my dog. We’re finally in sync, thanks to Lori and the team."
"The residency program was worth every penny. Our dog now listens, walks great on leash, and is a joy to be around."
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Whether it’s obedience, behavior, or peace of mind — Buckeye K9 is trusted by dog owners across Central Ohio. Let’s create real results together.
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