Enrichment While Boarding
Many of our students utilized our sister company's services at the Pasadena Pet Motel. While dogs are boarding or in daycare, we offer some extra programs for enrichment and mental stimulation.
Why Choose STK9 Training Company?
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We are a family owned and operated business with 20+ years of experience training dogs.
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Training sessions are held at the Pasadena Pet Motel, which holds an active kennel license issued by Pinellas County Animal Control. This license ensures that all proper procedures and protocols are strictly followed in accordance with animal control guidelines.
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We limit our number of students to a minimal number of dogs at a time. This allows us to provide each dog with the individual attention and focus that they need.
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how do I get started?
First, complete our evaluation form. We will then contact you to schedule an evaluation, which will take place at our facility. We will arrange a drop-off time for you in the morning, and you can return two hours later for a review of the evaluation. If you're unable to return after two hours, your dog can stay until the end of the day for a day care fee. We can also email you the evaluation results. If you'd like to enroll after the evaluation, we'll be happy to get the process started with you. Please note that all evaluations require a morning drop-off.
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Enrichment & Mental Stimulation
While kids are boarding or in doggy daycare with our sister company, the Pasadena Pet Motel, we offer options for some extra enrichment and mental stimulation.
Nose work games
During daycare or boarding at the Pasadena Pet Motel, your dog can participate in nose work games with our trainers. Nose work is an activity in which a dog works on instinctual independent hunting and problem-solving skills. This is great for mental stimulation, social enrichment and confidence building. We start by teaching a dog to hunt and problem solve for a treat or toy. With enough consistency we can teach the dog to source a particular odor. The odor we teach the dog to source is birch oil, for competition purposes. This is by reservation only, Monday through Friday. For more information on nose work games please email us at stk9trainingcomany@gmail.com.
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Refresher training
Refresher training is a great way to make sure your dog's obedience and behavior is maintaining and thriving. This is available for graduates only. We offer refresher training Monday through Friday by reservation only. To schedule refresher training please email us at stk9trainingcompany@gmail.com.
pricing
Nose work games are $50 a day plus boarding or daycare. We will send an update via email with how your dog did. Refresher training, for graduates only, is $50 a day. We will send an update via email with how your dog did.
engaging daytime environment
During the day, your dog will have multiple training sessions, rotating with other enrolled students. When not training, they will be participating in doggy daycare. When they are having down time, they will enjoy their own air-conditioned spacious run, complete with mental stimulation toys, chews, fresh water, and a cozy bed.
socialization opportunities
To further enhance their socialization skills and boost their confidence, your dog will have the opportunity to participate in doggy daycare through the Pasadena Pet Motel. This provides them with valuable playtime and interaction with other dogs in a safe and supervised environment.
days offered
We offer nose work games and refresher training Monday through Friday. Please reserve in advance by emailing us at stk9trainingcompany@gmail.com.
post-program support & resources
After your dog completes one of our day train obedience programs, we offer one-on-one outdoor training lesson with you and your dog at our South Pasadena facility to practice real-life scenarios. Here our clients can practice and reinforce behaviors further with our guidance. Additional obedience lessons do have a fee and are scheduled in the morning hours.
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