What Kind of Trainer Am I? Let’s Cut Through the Noise.

In today’s dog training world, it feels like you have to pick a side.

Balanced vs. positive-only. Tools vs. no tools. Old school vs. new age.

It’s noisy, and honestly—it’s missing the point.

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At Alan’s K9 Academy, we don’t subscribe to labels.

We train with common sense, experience, and the kind of adaptability that comes from years in the military and law enforcement, working with elite K9s in real-life scenarios where failure wasn’t an option.

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That background taught me something simple but powerful: there’s no single “right” way to train every dog.

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Some dogs need calm, gentle direction. Others need clarity, structure, and accountability. Some need training tools like prong collars or e-collars—not as punishment, but as communication. The tools aren’t the issue—it’s how they’re used that matters.

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We take each dog as they come, and build a training plan that works for them, not for our egos.

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Unfortunately, the training world gets caught up in debates over methods and gear—while dogs and owners get left behind. That’s not how we operate.

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Our mission at Alan’s K9 Academy is simple:

Help dogs and families live better lives together—using the approach that works best for their unique situation. Period.

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If you’re looking for a cookie-cutter solution, this might not be your place.

But if you want honest feedback, personalized training, and someone who puts your dog’s wellbeing above all else—we’re here.

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Let’s drop the labels and do what really matters:

Training dogs the right way—for them.

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— Alan

K9 Master Trainer | Military & Police Veteran | Owner, Alan’s K9 Academy

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