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We specialize in dog training that is motivational to you and your dog.

Our goal is to empower owners through balanced training to become the best pack leaders for their pups.

10/31/2026

Today we had the honor of meeting these 2 gentle souls at MCACC West 2500 S 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009. Rescues are FULL these boys require committed adopters through a New Hope Only Rescue. They need your help to either land in an excellent home or find their way back home. Their owners might not be able to see them when looking and they are not on the adoptable dogs pages so please share them.

What we know:
🍁Found together in Phoenix and definitely know eachother.
🍁Brought into MCACC West 10/20/26 deadline date of 11/1, they need homes this weekend.
🍁SWEET temperaments.
🍁Unconfirmed bite but it is unknown if the bite occurred, which dog was involved, or circumstances surrounding incident.
🍁Neither dog shows any aggressive behavior, no resource guarding.
🍁Both took treat gently.

Shenanigans A5173388:
🍁Shows Service Dog/Working Dog potential:
🍁Younger
🍁GREAT DOG!!!
🍁VERY sweet
🍁Knows Sit, Down, Heel, Sit at Stop, Sit Middle, Leave It.
🍁Allows touching everywhere haven't tried tummy but everywhere else is ok.
🍁Allows pulling on ears, touching of paws, leaning.
🍁Trades ball/toy for treat OR pets. People were higher value than possessions during our interactions.
🍁Interested in neighbor dog commotion in play yard but easily redirected and picked humans over the distractions every time.
https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/priority/Details/OTMx-MjA5-ODRB

Hijinx A5173387:
🍁Great dog!
🍁Older than Shinanigans
🍁Appears to be potty trained.
🍁Tennis ball teeth
🍁Knows Sit but wasn't comfortable enough to demonstrate other commands. (Kindof looked at us like "You're not my Person, I don't listen to you.")
🍁Allowed petting but didn't try checking teeth or paws because while he was ok with me touching his ears he wasn't exactly happy about it.
🍁Trades ball/toy for treat OR pets. People were higher value than possessions during our interactions.
🍁WATER BOY! Splashed in puddles, pawed at puddles, looked for tub to be filled with water. Appeared to have water play experience.
🍁Indifferent to neighbor dog commotion in play yard.
https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/priority/Details/OTMx-MjA5-NjZB

Apply to Adopt via

https://dogfoster.org/

10/24/2026

Phoebe has been busy working on her door boundaries and leash skills. It's so tough when the whole world is exciting and new but she's working hard and made it to the end of the driveway!

09/27/2026

Welcome the absolutely adorable Phoebe to the AZ K9 Academy family!! She will be working on her Obedience skills and growing into a well mannered pup!

09/14/2026

We spent some time at MCACC East 1920 S Lewis, Mesa, AZ 85210 this morning spotlighting some of the wonderful dogs they have currently. Unfortunately, 2 that we had in mind didn't make it off the Elist yesterday and were no where to be seen. 😞 BUT there are these sweet souls ready to find their new homes. A handful have been adopted previously and returned.

As always, Shelter rescues receive 10% off thier Training package with us and we are always willing to evaluate dogs in the shelters for Service Dog potential under our Shelter to Helper Program. Let's work together to save some lives.

08/31/2026

Itzy is working hard learning her house manners. In an effort to make meal time more enjoyable for everyone, Itzy is learning to settle away from the table. Small adjustments make a great impact.

08/08/2026

Help us welcome Itzy to the AZ K9 Academy family! She has a good Obedience Foundation so we are starting with some safety and manners before delving into the bigger things.

06/26/2026

One of our clients needs help rehoming their pups. They are two of the sweetest dogs; 2 year old neutered Aussiedoodles (turning 3 in August) great around kids, they do well in a pack or individually, quick learners and have a solid Obedience foundation to build upon. Due to adjustments in health and life the family wants to ensure the pups needs are getting met. They will do well being rehomed together or separately. There will be a rehoming fee but please reach out if you have space for a floofy goofball and ready to work pup.

06/21/2026

Growing impulse control is TOUGH but Rio's Handlers are doing a great job consistantly working with him and guiding his growth through the puppy phases.

05/05/2026

Thumper is back from his break and ready to conquer all the scary things again. We started small in his neighborhood to build him up slowly again. He was able to watch kids play baseball and ride bikes in the park while working on disengaging and focusing on his Handler. When one of his biggest triggers approached, 3 men all wearing hats, Thumper did react but the length and severity was far less than last year. He'll get there, little bits at a time.

05/04/2026

Rio enjoyed more brain games to prepare him for the work of his session. Leaving shoes alone and disengaging from forbidden items. It is so difficult for a Handler to remain calm and not engage the the game of chase when a dog takes something they shouldn't have. Rio's Handlers are working very hard to make that shift while learning the small behaviors that have a huge impact on their relationship with Rio. Fantastic work today!

Address

Chandler, AZ
85286

Telephone

+14806198280

Website

http://www.azk9academy.com/

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