Our Trainers

Welcome to Balanced K9 Training, where we believe that every dog deserves a well-balanced approach to training, built on trust, respect, and effective communication.

As a Veteran-owned, minority-owned, woman-owned, and faith-based business, we are dedicated to serving our community with integrity, professionalism, and compassion.

Abby

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  • Competed on America's Top Dog Season 3

  • In her free time she loves escape rooms, dancing, and martial arts

  • Her training style focuses on neutrality and a stable mindset

Georgia

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Terry

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  • Retired Military Working Dog Handler

  • Lovingly known as the K9 Cowboy

  • Passionate about helping pets and their owners achieve happiness and clear communication through training

Virginia

Jen

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  • Has over 15 years of experience working with dogs

  • AKC Certified Evaluator for Therapy Dogs, Canine Good Citizen Testing, and Service Dogs

  • Loves working on agility training with dogs

Virginia

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Emily S

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  • Started her career with animals in the Veterinary Field

  • Loves reading, hiking, and kayaking in her free time

  • Loves training dogs at any age and in any stage of life

Virginia

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Olive

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  • Believes in listening, observing, and uncovering the 'why' in every dogs behavior

  • Has 7 years experience in working with dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments

  • Enjoys working with pack dynamics and behavior management in large group settings

Virginia

Allison

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  • Started her career with animals in the Veterinary Field

  • Loves helping families and their dogs build harmonious relationships

  • Enjoys hiking, reading, and being out in nature in her free time

Virginia

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Brandi

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  • Has been around animals her whole life and has a passion for teaching good manners

  • Specializes in puppy basics and calm behavior

  • Has a background in physical therapy

Virginia

Rihanna

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  • Specializes in obedience, behavior modification, and service dog training

  • Focuses on creating lasting behavior change while strengthening the bond between dogs and their owners

  • Grew up with a family of equine trainers and breeders which facilitated a deep understanding of animal behavior and communication

Virginia

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Haley

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  • Passionate about staying at the forefront of the dog training industry by always continuing to learn

  • Specializes in all cases from puppy basics to behavior modification

  • Loves to help dogs achieve their full potential and foster harmonious relationships in their homes

Virginia

Natalie

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  • Passionate about education and giving dogs the life that they deserve

  • Training began with natural horsemanship and then transitioned to professional dog training

  • Her favorite dog breed is the Belgian Malinois and she has 6 of her own

Virginia

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Angela

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  • Air Force Veteran

  • Has 9 years of training experience

  • Loves checking out "sniff spots" with her dogs and reading in her free time

Ohio

Bethany

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  • 20 years of experience working with animals

  • Competes in frisbee, dock diving, fastcat, and weight pull with her personal dogs

  • Enjoys working with uncommon breeds such as wolf dogs

Ohio

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Breanna

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  • Loves training and competing with her personal dogs

  • Has extensive experience working with service dog teams, sport training, and pet training

  • Her very first dog was a Newfoundland named Goliath

Ohio

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Erin H

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  • Specializes in service dog training and advanced obedience

  • Participates in agility and rally sports with her personal dogs

  • Is passionate about continued growth and education

Ohio

Elijah

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  • Certified Master Trainer with 7+ years of experience, including Police K9 Training and handling

  • Actively competes in protection sports and specializes in everything from puppy foundations to severe aggression

  • Passionate about structured, balanced training that brings out the best in every dog - from working K9s to family pets

Pennsylvania

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More Trainers Coming Soon!

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