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Everyday Dogs

Clear, simple guidance for normal behavior issues.

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Difficult Dogs

For reactive, high-drive, fearful, or overwhelmed dogs.

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Shelters & Rescues

Behavior support for shelters, rescues, and volunteers.

Shelter Support Program

Still unsure? Get clarity in a 1-on-1 consult.

John will help you understand exactly what your dog needs and the safest next step for their behavior.

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The K-911 Method

A calm, leadership-based approach grounded in instinct, structure, and emotional safety — proven over 40 years of real behavior work.

Calm, Confident Leadership

Dogs follow steadiness, clarity, and emotional neutrality — not force or excitement.

Clear Structure & Thresholds

Predictable routines and simple rules lower anxiety and build trust.

Gentle Pressure & Redirection

Predictable routines and simple rules lower anxiety and build trust.

Fixation Interrupt → Redirect → Reward

Changing the dog’s state of mind prevents escalation and creates real stability.

Real Transformations

Dogs with fear, reactivity, or high drive can change — here are a few of our stories.

Picko

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Lucy

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Chewy

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Your support helps us train the dogs no one else can handle — and provide shelters with life-saving behavior programs.

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Meet Your AI Trainer Assistant

Instant, caring support — based on John’s real balanced leadership method. Get clear, humane guidance anytime.

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John’s Training Toolkit

Trusted tools John uses every day — safe, humane, and effective for real-world dogs.

Gentle Leader Headcollar

John’s recommended tool for calm, humane communication.

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Long Line Leash (15–30 ft)

John’s recommended tool for calm, humane communication.

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Safety Basket Muzzle

John’s recommended tool for calm, humane communication.

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From the K-911 Training Blog

How to Interrupt Fixation Safely

A simple approach to stopping spirals early and keeping your dog emotionally safe.

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Balanced Leadership for Reactive Dogs

A simple approach to stopping spirals early and keeping your dog emotionally safe.

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Understanding High-Drive Behavior

A simple approach to stopping spirals early and keeping your dog emotionally safe.

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