Country K-Nine, LLC

Country K-Nine, LLC Kirby Vogt, CCDT

Certified, family owned, and striving to help owners feel empowered!

Check out what we offer! šŸ‘‡šŸ¼

https://linktr.ee/countryknine

State licensed & insured.

šŸ“Waterloo, Illinois

07/03/2026
A little life & business update šŸ–¤As excited as I am for this next chapter, I’ll be honest — it’s a little bittersweet, t...
06/25/2026

A little life & business update šŸ–¤

As excited as I am for this next chapter, I’ll be honest — it’s a little bittersweet, too.

Country K-Nine has been such a huge part of my life, and taking a step back for a little while isn’t something that comes easily. But I’m so grateful that this business has given me the opportunity to be home with my family during such a special season.

To every client who has trusted me with your dog, supported my small business, shared my posts, recommended me to a friend, or simply cheered me on along the way… thank you. Your support has made this dream possible, and I truly don’t take it for granted.

Be sure to swipe through for all of the important updates regarding scheduling, availability, and a little surprise I’ve been working on for all of the future puppy owners out there!

If you’re a current client, please don’t hesitate to reach out regarding any questions about your dog’s training journey or any issues that arise that we have been working with you on! I will always be just a call or text away šŸ«¶šŸ¼šŸ¾

I can’t wait to share this next adventure with you all, and I’ll be back before you know it! Talk soon!

This isn’t a replacement for real exercise or training.But if you’re slammed, tired, or stuck inside — this is how you k...
04/03/2026

This isn’t a replacement for real exercise or training.

But if you’re slammed, tired, or stuck inside — this is how you keep your dog fulfilled instead of chaotic.

Use them intentionally. Stay consistent.

Everything I recommend is in my storefront — linked in my bio šŸ«¶šŸ¼šŸ¾

Most dog owners think better behavior comes from teaching more commands. In reality, the biggest changes usually happen ...
03/15/2026

Most dog owners think better behavior comes from teaching more commands. In reality, the biggest changes usually happen when we change a few things first.

The small, everyday moments matter more than people realize. The way we follow through. The way we handle the little pushy behaviors. The structure we do (or don’t) give our dogs.

Dog training isn’t some big finish line you reach one day. It’s the way you live with your dog every day.

And the cool part? Once owners start seeing that shift… things usually get a whole lot easier for both ends of the leash.

Curious which mindset shift hit home for you most? šŸ‘‡šŸ¼šŸ¾

One thing people don’t always realize about dog training…The dogs are only half of it.What really fills my cup is the ow...
03/05/2026

One thing people don’t always realize about dog training…

The dogs are only half of it.

What really fills my cup is the owners who stay invested in the process. Not just during training, but after their dog goes home.

The ones who ask questions.
Who read the long go-home booklet I spent hours putting together.
Who send texts like ā€œwe just had our best walk ever.ā€
Who tag me in their progress posts weeks or months later.
Who bring their dog back for boarding and it’s obvious they kept up with the training at home.

That’s the stuff that makes this work meaningful. Because the goal was never for your dog to only listen to me — it’s for you to build a better relationship with your dog and feel confident handling them in everyday life.

So when I see owners actually applying the things we worked on… that’s the real win. Those moments remind me why I love doing what I do.

I’m grateful for the clients who truly show up for their dogs šŸ¤Ž

02/18/2026

Your dog didn’t forget their training.
And your Board & Train didn’t ā€œwear off.ā€

What usually happens is much quieter — and way more common.

Here’s how owners unknowingly undo progress once their dog comes home:

• Dropping consistency with the ā€œsmall things.ā€
Letting them blast through doors, pull ā€œsometimes,ā€ eat before permission — those moments matter more than people realize.

• Repeating commands without follow-through.
Every extra ā€œsit… sit… SITā€ teaches your dog that listening is optional.

• Expecting training to be ā€œdone.ā€
Board & Train builds the foundation. Real life is where it’s maintained.

• Too much freedom, too fast.
Sleeping in the bed immediately, zero crating, full house access — freedom should be earned, not handed back all at once.

• Avoiding stressful moments instead of working through them.
Confidence isn’t built by avoidance. It’s built by guidance inside the hard moments.

• Feeling guilty about structure.
If you were used to no rules before, structure can look harsh.
But for dogs, clarity = calm. Place, boundaries, and routine are what actually help their nervous system settle.

Structure isn’t mean.
Consistency isn’t cruel.
And leadership isn’t the opposite of love.

If post-training life feels harder than expected — you’re not failing.
You’re still learning just as your dog is, but these are some of the key points you should focus on if things seem like they’re falling apart.

DM me or check the link in bio for info on getting started with us here at Country K-Nine 🐾

If this feels a little familiar, you’re not failing — you’re just missing some guidance and I’m here to help! Swipe thro...
01/31/2026

If this feels a little familiar, you’re not failing — you’re just missing some guidance and I’m here to help! Swipe through to see some of the most common mistakes I see! DM us, or check out the link in bio for more help from us at Country K-Nine šŸ«¶šŸ¼šŸ¾ā„ļø

We’re so excited to share that our family is growing — our second daughter will be joining us this July šŸ’•As always, I’ll...
01/19/2026

We’re so excited to share that our family is growing — our second daughter will be joining us this July šŸ’•

As always, I’ll keep everyone updated on boarding & training availability as we move through the summer months. Thank you for your continued support and understanding as our family enters this new season.

And to the mamas still waiting, hoping, or carrying quiet grief — you are seen, you are not forgotten, and my heart is with you šŸ¤

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