Dog Training & Service Dog Development
Helping dogs and their people understand each other.
K9 Genius Training Co. provides ethical, force-free training for service dog teams and pet dogs. Through relationship-based coaching, thoughtful structure, and individualized support, we help dogs and their people build clearer communication and a stronger partnership.
Thoughtful training, grounded in real-life experience.
K9 Genius Training Co. was built from firsthand experience with service dogs, professional dog training, and veterinary medicine. Our work is rooted in ethical, force-free methods and a deep respect for the relationship between dogs and their people. Whether we are supporting an owner-trained service dog team or helping a pet dog family work through everyday challenges, the goal is the same: better understanding, clearer communication, and a partnership that lasts.
Training Services
Support for service dog teams, pet dogs, and the people who love them.
What Our Clients Say
"What impressed me most was the individualized approach to training our dog. Mackenzie listened to our questions, involved our whole family, and customized the plan to fit our needs. We always knew what to work on between sessions."
"Boone has learned all his basic cues and absolutely loves his place. He’s always so happy to see Mackenzie and responds to her so well during training."
"Absolutely hire Mackenzie. She is an experienced trainer who truly understands dogs and includes the owner’s needs in every step of the process."
Sue & Boone
*Training results vary by team based on individual needs and consistency.
The Foundation of Our Approach
Training is not about control or forcing behavior. It is about creating clear communication between the dog and the person. Every dog is different, and every handler brings a different level of experience, which is why my approach focuses on understanding how each individual dog learns and what each person needs in order to be clear and consistent. I use ethical, force-free training because it allows dogs to learn without pressure and creates more thoughtful, stable behavior over time.
Progress is not measured by how quickly a dog performs a behavior, but by how well that behavior holds up and how clearly both sides understand each other. The goal is not quick fixes. The goal is a dog and handler team that can move through the world together with confidence, clarity, and trust, with a relationship that continues to strengthen long after training sessions are over.
I also take a welfare-first approach to every dog I work with. That means looking at the full picture, including physical health, stress levels, environment, and the dog’s ability to cope. Training is not just about what a dog can do, but how they feel while doing it. When those pieces are in place, learning becomes more effective, and the results are more sustainable over time.
Service Areas
Hammond
Serving Hammond with personalized dog training and service dog development focused on clear communication, thoughtful training, and long-term success for both dogs and their people.
Covington, Mandeville & Slidell
Working with pet dogs and service dog teams throughout the Northshore, including Covington, Mandeville, and Slidell, through ethical, relationship-based training tailored to each individual team.
Baton Rouge & Denham Springs
Offering private coaching, day training, and service dog development for clients throughout Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, and surrounding South Louisiana areas. Programs are individualized to support both pet dogs and working teams through thoughtful, structured training.