✴️Important Note:
Please note that an Assurance Session is required prior to booking any services. This initial meeting ensures compatibility and allows us to assess your dog's specific needs and behavior. This step is crucial to provide the best possible training experience for you and your furry companion.
Worried about leaving your dog with a sitter who might not have the expertise to handle behavioral challenges? Don't let sitters who back out on your misbehaving dog ruin your vacation—SPK9 is here to help!
Why Choose Our Drop-In Service?
Expert Handling: With professional training expertise, I recognize and manage potential dangers your dog might pose, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Behavior Improvement: In just one hour, I work on your dog's manners and behavior, so you might come home to a more well-behaved and happy pet.
Peace of Mind: Know that your dog is in capable hands while you're away, receiving the care and training they need.
Benefits of Our Service:
Tailored training sessions to address specific behavioral issues
Positive reinforcement techniques for effective and lasting results
Flexible scheduling to accommodate your needs
$50/visit
30-Minute Drop-In Service
Our 30-minute drop-in service is designed for dogs who require specialized care and attention due to behavioral challenges. This service is available at the specialist's discretion and does not include formal training. It is tailored for dogs that cannot be managed by someone without experience in handling behavioral issues. Rest assured, your dog will receive the care they need from a professional who understands their unique requirements.
$24/visit
~ There is NO "additional dog" fee for care up to 3 dogs total ~
At SPK9, I understand the importance of having a well-mannered and socially adept dog. My Etiquette Exploration service is designed to be more than just a walk - it's to help your furry friend navigate various social situations with ease and grace.
What I Offer:
Socialization Skills: Teaching your dog how to interact positively with other dogs and people.
Manners Training: Reinforcing polite behaviors such as not jumping, barking excessively, or pulling on the leash.
Public Behavior: Preparing your dog for outings to parks, cafes, and other public places, ensuring they behave appropriately in different environments.
Confidence Building: Helping shy or anxious dogs feel more comfortable and confident in social settings.
Why It Matters:
A dog with good manners not only makes life easier for you but also enhances their own happiness and well-being. With my Etiquette Exploration service, you and your dog can enjoy more stress-free and enjoyable experiences together.
$120 - 4 hours
At SPK9, we believe that every dog—and every owner—is unique, which is why cookie-cutter training programs just won’t do. T3: Tailored Training Tracks is a fully customizable training experience designed to address the specific needs of your dog, whether it’s resolving behavioral challenges, managing breed-specific traits, or strengthening the bond between you and your furry companion.
From the very first 3-hour behavioral diagnostic meeting, we’ll work together to assess your dog’s needs and develop a plan that works for your schedule, goals, and your dog’s personality. The length and focus of the program are entirely flexible, ensuring you get the results you’re looking for without unnecessary sessions or one-size-fits-all solutions
At SPK9 Springfield, we emphasize long-term success, which is why training is not a “one-and-done” process. I’ll equip you with the knowledge and tools to maintain your dog’s progress consistently, and you’ll have the option of lifetime support to help you along the way. Whether it’s a few targeted sessions or an extended program, T3 is designed to deliver lasting transformation for you and your dog.
Take the first step toward a happier, more harmonious life with your pet by signing up for T3 today by booking the Behavioral Diagnostic!
~Price Varies Due to Custom Nature
**Important Notice**
Due to an ongoing case that requires special care, all programs requiring boarding are temporarily unavailable.
We appreciate your patience and understanding.
These boarding programs will be available again upon completion of the current case.
Thank you for your continued support!
At MO/AR Tracking and Rescue, we are dedicated to reuniting lost pets with their loving families, all at no cost. Our team of passionate volunteers works tirelessly to ensure every lost pet finds its way back home.
Our team consists of experienced and compassionate individuals:
Charlie Barnes and his exceptional tracking dog, Sabii
Tanya, Recovery Specialist
Stacey, our "Dog Whisperer," and her husband, Greg
Paula, who is certified in K9 Emergency Care and K9 Behavior Consultant
Nick, the Drone Operator with thermal capabilities (Precision Drone Ops)
Nick and I joined the team at the end of the summer of 2024, bringing our expertise in thermal drone technology and K9 Emergency Care to enhance our rescue efforts. Together, we use advanced tracking methods, aerial support, and dedicated care to locate and safely recover lost pets.
Our mission is clear: to provide prompt and effective assistance in locating lost pets and reuniting them with their owners, ensuring every pet has the chance to return to a loving home. We are committed to offering our services with compassion, dedication, and the utmost professionalism.
For more information or to request our assistance, please contact Charlie Barnes: 804-629-4885.