My vision is to give knowledge and understanding to pet owners on what dogs need to be happy, healthy and lifelong members of their family. With a focus on game-based, positive reinforcement training we can help dogs to be better understood.
This six week personalized course is designed to work one-on-one with you and your dog. This course is helpful for those owners who desire a personalized approach to their training or whose dog exhibits dog reactive behavior. This course is helpful to establish a solid relationship between you and your dog and can help you transition into a group classes.
The six week group course primarily covers basic and advanced obedience commands, but also includes the important experience of socialization, distractions and interactions with people and other dogs at home and in public. You will have the same trainer for all six classes.
Mary has many certifications from different organizations to work on obedience and behavioral issues.
We offer Puppy, Basic Intermediate, Advance, CGC, ACGC and UCGC. Classes are offered mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends.
Our atmosphere is welcoming, friendly, caring and understanding, which facilitates a positive training experience.
Mary offers reputable and fair pricing for quality dog obedience training.
Border Collie
Cali is a beautiful little Border Collie and the newest addition to my pack. I adopted her from Richland Rescue. She was born on 5/1/23. She was the runt of the litter, a very sick puppy. She is now happy and healthy.
Border Collie / Aussie Shepherd
Sky is a beautiful Border Collie/Aussie mix, born 9/18/20, that was adopted at Lakeshore Humane Society.
Border Collie
Chloe was born on April 9, 2019. She was adopted from Monticello Way Border Collies. Her and Shelby have the same dad. She is a very smart little girl and a snuggler who loves everyone she meets. She is catches on to everything so quickly. The perfect match for my pack.
Border Collie
Shelby was born on 5/08/2016, Mothers Day. Shelby came from Monticello Way Border Collies. She is a happy healthy puppy.
I call Mary my miracle worker. I was at my wits end and didn’t know what to do any more. I felt like the people on the show “It’s Me or the Dog”. Now I have two sweet dogs. I can’t thank Mary enough.
Lois Lackershire, Peanut and Casper
Nikki has responded very well and I would recommend your knowledge and skills in training to anyone. Nikki will continue to be a part of your program, as well as myself.
Greg
Just wanted to send a quick note to let you know that Jax has been doing fantastic! We are so happy and want to thank you over and over for everything! You are fantastic!
Dan and Patrice Fischer
I would and I have recommended K-9 Perfection to friends that needed some help with the training of their dog! Working with Mary was certainly money well spent! She is a miracle worker…..so are her dogs!!!!
Therese McCarty Schmitt
I went to Mary because my 7 yr. old rescue dog suddenly had trust issues with other people. In one session she showed me tools that I could use to help Rudy with other people. They worked. My neighbor can now give Rudy his shot when I am gone. I feel comfortable taking Rudy out again.
Mary Liermann
For those owners seeking guidance in training their dog, I recommend K-9 Perfection! Mary’s expertise in communicating with the animals is evident… who doesn’t want a better connection with their dog??
Mary Hassemer & PhoeBe
Mary Kalista Jackson
ABCDT – Animal Behavior College Dog Trainer | IACP – International Association of Canine Professionals | APDT – Association of Pet Dog Trainers
K-9 Perfection LLC was voted Best of the Lakeshore in 2014-15 by HTR Media.