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GENERAL
What is I Heart K9?
I Heart K9 is a dog training community focused on building confidence,
communication, trust, and understanding between dogs and their owners.
Our goal is to help you build real-life skills so you can enjoy more of
life with your dog.
Where are you located?
I Heart K9 is based in Riverside, California. Private sessions may take
place at our K9 training field, in your home, or at a location selected
based on your training goals.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Riverside and surrounding areas. Availability for
in-home training may depend on your location and additional travel fees
may apply.
What makes I Heart K9 different?
Our training goes beyond basic obedience. We focus on helping owners
understand their dogs, communicate clearly, build confidence, and
develop skills that translate into everyday life. Training is tailored
to the individual dog, handler, and their goals.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
What training programs do you offer?
I Heart K9 offers private training sessions and Community K9 Classes.
Private sessions provide individualized training based on you and your
dog's specific needs, while Community K9 Classes focus on practicing
training and handler skills in real-world environments.
How do I know which training option is right for my dog?
The best training option depends on your dog's current skills, behavior,
and your individual goals. If you're unsure where to start, contact Aleah
and we'll help you determine which option may be the best fit for you
and your dog.
What can we work on during private sessions?
Private sessions can address a variety of individual training goals,
including obedience, leash pulling, reactivity around dogs or people,
socialization, desensitization, advanced obedience, confidence building,
drive building, protection work, and other specific training needs.
What are Community K9 Classes?
Community K9 Classes take training out into the real world. Classes meet
at rotating locations where dogs and handlers practice obedience,
manners, confidence, and handler skills around everyday distractions.
Does my dog need prior training to attend a Community K9 Class?
Dogs should have a basic training foundation and be ready to work around
real-world distractions. If you're unsure whether your dog is ready,
contact us before attending and we'll help you determine the best place
to start.
Where do training sessions take place?
Private sessions may take place at our K9 training field, in your home,
or at another location recommended based on your training goals.
Community K9 Classes meet at rotating locations throughout the community.
CLASSES
When are Community K9 Classes held?
Community K9 Classes are held on Wednesdays. Current class times,
locations, parking information, and other details are posted on our
private BAND page.
Where do Community K9 Classes meet?
Classes meet at rotating locations throughout the community. We may train
at parks, shopping areas, dog-friendly businesses, and other public
spaces so you and your dog can practice around real-world distractions.
How do I find the location for each week's class?
Locations, times, parking information, and other class details are posted
on our private BAND page. Be sure to check the class information before
attending each week since locations may change.
What do we work on during class?
Classes focus on practical obedience, manners, confidence, handler skills,
and working around everyday distractions. The environment changes so dogs
and handlers can practice applying their training in real-life situations.
Does my dog need previous training to attend?
Dogs should have a basic training foundation and be ready to work around
other dogs, people, and real-world distractions. If you're unsure whether
your dog is ready for class, contact Aleah before attending.
What should I bring to class?
Bring your dog on their appropriate training equipment, a leash, rewards
or treats if you use them, and anything else you normally use during
training. Come prepared to work with your dog in an outdoor or public
environment.
How do I join a Community K9 Class?
Join our private BAND page to access upcoming class information,
locations, times, and updates. You can also contact Aleah directly if
you have questions before attending.
PRIVATE SESSIONS
How much are private training sessions?
Private sessions at the I Heart K9 training field are $100 per hour.
In-home sessions within the local Riverside area are $120 per hour.
Additional travel fees may apply for locations more than 20 minutes
from our training field.
What can we work on during a private session?
Private sessions are customized to you and your dog's individual needs.
Training may include obedience, leash pulling, reactivity around dogs or
strangers, socialization, desensitization, advanced obedience, confidence
building, drive building, protection work, and other individual goals.
Where do private sessions take place?
Sessions can take place at our K9 training field, in your home, or at
another location recommended based on your dog's needs and training goals.
Do you offer in-home private training?
Yes. In-home private sessions are available locally in Riverside.
If your location is more than 20 minutes from our training field,
an additional travel fee may apply.
How long is a private session?
Private training sessions are approximately one hour.
How do I schedule a private session?
Contact Aleah Laster-Erickson directly by call or text at
951-206-1740 to discuss your training needs and schedule your session.
PAYMENT & POLICIES
When is payment due?
Payment details will be provided when scheduling your training service.
Please contact us if you have any questions regarding payment before
your session or class.
What forms of payment do you accept?
Please contact us for current accepted payment methods.
What is your cancellation or rescheduling policy?
If you need to cancel or reschedule a training session, please contact
us as soon as possible. Specific cancellation and rescheduling terms
will be provided when your service is scheduled.
Is there an additional fee for travel?
A travel fee may apply to private sessions taking place more than
20 minutes from the I Heart K9 training field.
Do I need to complete a waiver before training?
Yes. All new clients are required to complete the I Heart K9 training
waiver before participating in training services. The waiver only needs
to be completed once.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Can't find what you're looking for? Reach out to Aleah or join our BAND
community for class updates and information.
