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Nick’s K9 Services
Nick’s K9 Services

Nick’s K9 Services

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About
I’m Nick, I’ve been around dogs all my life. Over the last 7 years I’ve worked with fosters, rescues, and other dog trainers to build and rehabilitate dogs. Through those experiences I’ve develop the tools and techniques that I use to successfully train and rehabilitate dogs. If you should choose to work with my team and I, our goal is to work with you to create a strong relationship between you and your dog and to help you develop a well mannered, obedient, and balanced dog.
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Current Top Pro

Hired 21 times

2 similar jobs done near you

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1 employee

2 years in business

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Services offered
Dog training package
Dog size

Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)

Small (16 - 25 lbs)

Medium (26 - 40 lbs)

Large (41 - 70 lbs)

Dog training type

Private lessons

Board and train

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Projects and media

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Exceptional 5.0

14 reviews

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Cynthia S.

3 weeks ago

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Nick was awesome. He took his time to evaluate Boy, was very knowledgeable about his past situation just by spending a little time, Boy was a backyard dog, no socializing, spent a lot of time on the concrete. We just took in Boy 3 months ago, knew nothing about him, now we know a bit and the training he needs. Thank you Nick, your genuine love for dogs really shows🙏🏽

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Leash pulling • House training • Barking • Biting • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Monserrat S.

2 weeks ago

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Nick is a great trainer, he is the real deal I would totally recommend him to anyone wanting to get there dog trained and obedient.

Details: 1 - 2 years old • Extra large (70+ lbs) • I'm flexible • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Barking • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Cheyenne N.

3 weeks ago

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Nick came out and evaluated my puppy. He gave me some really great advice and alternatives for my situation. He tried some training with her and she slowly but quickly learned a lot within a short time frame. He’s very caring about and knows a lot about dogs so I trust him and i would recommend him to train your animals. I am very picky about who I trust and let train my animals and he is the only one I fully trust and would rely on to train my dog wether im there or not, I can assure you he will get you the results you want and need. He even brought his own dog which is the best trained dog I’ve ever seen which is another reason i say he’s reliable!

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Therapy or service dog training • Leash pulling • House training • Barking • Digging • Biting • Chewing • Destructive behavior • Crate training • At the pro’s location

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Bess R.

2 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

He taught me various things I was not available to get online. He discussed several questions on behaviors, problem dogs and enlightened me on techniques to help me and my dog's relationships. He is extremely knowable on dog behavior and breeds. I know, I got significant knowledge, information and help from him. I highly recommend him and see him as an excellent trainer. I really appreciated his time and help. I would use him again if needed.

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • I'm flexible • Therapy or service dog training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training
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Deb W.

Jul 12, 2025

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We feel incredibly lucky to have found Nick! Our first trainer focused on dominance, but we wanted a happy, well-behaved dog, not a robot zombie. Nick takes a completely different, more balanced approach: calm with a focus on building trust. He corrects unwanted behavior while rewarding positive behavior which brings out the best in your dog without breaking their spirit. Nick helped us with our high-energy, attention-challenged lab-pittie mix, and we saw results almost immediately. Behaviors we had struggled with for months, like pulling and guarding, were corrected in minutes. Walking became easier (which is no small thing with a strong 85 lb. dog), and our dog became more relaxed and responsive. What makes Nick stand out is his deep understanding of dog behavior and ability to teach with common sense. He helped us realize that training is all about raising a confident, secure dog similar to raising kids. As we're introducing a second dog into our home, Nick is guiding us through every step and giving us practical tools to make the transition smooth and positive for both dogs. He's also surprisingly ingenious when it comes to training gear, he'll tweak or modify a slip lead or collar in ways that make a huge difference in how well it works for your dog. Even our mailman and neighbors have noticed the difference and commented on how great Nick is with dogs. He’s not just a trainer. He's someone you can call on anytime you need support, advice, or help with a new challenge. If you're looking for someone who truly understands dogs and cares about success, we can’t recommend Nick enough.

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Extra large (70+ lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Barking • My home, venue, etc.

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