K9 Guide Dog Training

11/13/2025

The idea that dogs deserve "love" regardless of their behavior or what they are contributing to a household is the #1 cause of behavioral problems.

I know that's a tough pill to swallow - we love our dogs and want them to feel loved.

But it is important to keep in mind that dogs do for themselves and cooperate as needed for acquisition of resources and survival.

⭐ Dogs are conditional creatures. ⭐

What that means for our day to day life is this:
- If your dog learns that jumping on you gets them affection, that's what they'll do.
- If your dog learns that begging for food or counter surfing gets them snacks, that's what they'll do.
- If your dog learns that bad behavior like barking or growling will get others to back off - that is exactly what they will do.

They need boundaries imposed on them either from the environment or from a relevant social source (that's you!).

They are unable to have those boundaries and you are not a relevant social source if you "love your dog no matter what they do."

Boundaries and discipline are as important for dogs as they are for humans. So while you will always love your dog - your dog will appreciate you more if you give them the structure that they really need to thrive 💪

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Enjoy Your Dog! 💙
www.k9guide.com
[email protected]
330-302-6887

- Basic and Advanced Obedience
- Behavior Modification
- Off-Leash Freedom

Dog training Akron, Medina, Canton, Hudson, and everything in between!

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11/06/2025

Hi guys, it's Yana Allport - K9 Guide owner and training director.

I'm so excited to share that I had the opportunity to write this post for Precision Explosives - a company that makes detection dog training aids (among other things!).

While that is not relevant to what we do at K9G when it comes to training your companions, I personally know a lot of you have the utmost love and respect for working dogs!

Please give them some love 💕

Discover how Precision Explosives’ Fentanyl Odor Prints are changing the game in K9 narcotics training. Safe, certified, and realistic - these non-hazardous training aids are the best choice for effective detection dog training.

Learn more at

https://www.pre-exp.com/post/fentanyl-odor-prints-for-narcotics-k9-detection-safe-certified-and-realistic-training

10/26/2025

Does your dog bark, lunge, or panic around other dogs or people?

Are walks stressful and exhausting because you wish your dog would just STOP being afraid of everything?

You're not alone - fear reactivity is one of the many behavioral issues we help with at K9 Guide Dog Training.

Our latest article by Yana Allport explains why your dog reacts this way, how to train through it, and most importantly - how to help them feel safe and confident again.

💡 Read the full article here:
👉 https://k9guide.com/fear-reactive-dogs-understanding-fear-reactivity-and-aggression-k9-guide/

Learn what causes fear reactivity in dogs and how to help your dog feel calm and confident again. K9 Guide specializes in behavior training for reactive and fearful dogs in Akron, OH.

10/20/2025

Alumni Class this Saturday 10/25 @ 5pm. DM for details 🐕

05/09/2025

Newcomers Bruce, Enzo, and Rocky. These guys have been a blast to work with, and we're just getting started!

03/31/2025

DM for more info on the first Alumni class of the Spring!

01/05/2025

Beautiful Han back home from her Board & Train! Her sister Lallana just started the B&T part of the program and it has been a pleasure to work with their family!

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Enjoy Your Dog! 💙
💻 www.k9guide.com
📨 [email protected]
📱 330-302-6887

- Basic and Advanced Obedience
- Behavior Modification
- Off-Leash Freedom

Located on our beautiful 4 acre property in Bath, OH! Dog training Akron, Medina, Canton, Hudson, and everything in between 💪

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01/04/2025

Chances of getting a somewhat serious looking photo with these two guys in the frame? Zero percent 😂

We would love to share with our K9 Guide Dog Training family that K9 Guide has been selected two years in a row for the Best of Akron Awards for the Dog Trainer category and now qualifies for the 2024 Akron Business Hall of Fame!

"Each year, the Akron Award Program identifies companies that have achieved exceptional success in their local community and Business category. These are the local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community."

We have had a wonderful year and are so grateful for all of your support. A lot of dogs worked, seminars taught, people helped, friends made, and a new addition to our family! Thank you for your trust with your family companions, we look forward to making 2025 another great year!

A special thank you to Izzy - all of our clients know us, but Izzy is the hero behind the scenes. All of the dogs in our care get evening walks, lots of love, and special attention from Izzy. She was here from the start 💪 We are so grateful to have her be a part of our team!

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Enjoy Your Dog! 💙
www.k9guide.com
[email protected]
330-302-6887

- Basic and Advanced Obedience
- Behavior Modification
- Off-Leash Freedom

Dog training Akron, Medina, Canton, Hudson, and everything in between!

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To help K9 Guide grow, like and share our posts!

For training tips, follow

01/01/2025

Time for the Team Cooper testimonial 💪

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zVkjm_P8lA

Cooper went through our Hybrid program - an excellent option for young puppies! His owners have been incredibly committed to his success and Cooper is now a star at our Alumni Classes 🐾