Extreme K-9 - Carbondale, Illinois

Wil M.

Such an eye and mind opening experience it was to take a basic obedience class here with my rescue border collie mix. Lizzie had a hard life behind her and was giving me some challenges beyond my skill set. I thought I might have to get rid of her. The trainers there reassured me that these issues could be easily solved. The money spent was really not much considering what I came away with. Lizzie ended up being one of the best students after I learned how to communicate with her. I recommend anyone with a dog or child to take one of these classes. The world will become a better place because of it.

Lance V.

I've been taking my dog there for 6 years. He had some aggression issues towards people. These have been resolved. He spent 2 weeks in residency training as well. Came away with a great base of basic obedience. He has become a great companion dog in large part because of the work they've done with him. Highly recommend them.

Allen J.

I can not say enough good things about Extreme K-9 and the staff. I have watched our Labrador turn from a pup to an obedient companion for our family. The team at Extreme are professional and very well educated. We went from obedience classes to skilled training. If your willing to put in the time and work they will give you all the keys and knowledge needed to make you and your dogs relationship incredible.

Olivia B.

I am so glad I chose Extreme K-9 for dog training! I adopted my dog and he started to get some issues that needed to be fixed. Ares was barking at other people and dogs while walking and even going outside to potty. Kept pulling on the leash while being walked. I told them all the things I would like to work on in the assessment class. I did four private lessons and then a group class. Ares did very well in both and caught on quickly. The private lessons were great and needed so Ares would be able to focus instead of freaking out on the other dogs. All the trainers there were very helpful and wanted to see us succeed! They answered all my questions and I had a lot. When Ares first started he was very shy of the trainers but he quickly warmed up too them, and they were his distraction when doing sit stays. Ares now walks on a loose leash and doesn’t get so worked up when he sees other people or dogs. I would recommend everyone to bring there dogs here! They have amazing trainers and a very nice facility! Thank you guys so much, Ares and I both appreciate you!!

Jeremy R.

Extreme K-9 is hands down the best training team in Southern Illinois. All of the trainers took time to get to know me and my dog on an individual basis and problem solve with me. My 4 month old rescue dog and I participated in their Holiday Manners class and have both learned so much. My relationship with my dog is so much better now because I am less frustrated and he seems to be happier following the training. Thanks so much!

Zach N.

Prior to training here I spoke with local dog owners, veterinarians and professional dog trainers to get a feel for what people thought of the training options in the area. One vet said, "Extreme K-9 is like the gold standard." That certainly made me feel good but I was also hearing they were expensive and one dog owner passed along some hearsay that said, "It was their way or the highway." That wasn't much of a turnoff to me. I didn't like the idea of going to a dog trainer with a closed mind anyway. Obviously not a good way to learn something new.

So I've been working with Extreme K-9 for a couple weeks now and I'm incredibly happy. They are very professional, kind and most importantly know what they are doing. I can already see an improvement in Atlas my Australian Cattle Dog. We have a ways to go but I know the trainers at Extreme K-9 have a plan that will get us there. Their confidence in Atlas's ability to change is inspiring. I can't wait to see where we end up with the help we're getting from Extreme K-9.

Angela B.

I was having a horrible time with my Husky/Shepherd puppy Justice. Baisha was absolutely wonderful at explaining to me what was going on and why my dog was behaving the way she did. The trainers were very helpful and polite. Not only did they work with my dog but I was taught how to deal with and train her to keep her on the right path. The facility is immaculately clean and so nice. My Justice is now 1 year old and is so much better behaved. I can not thank everyone enough at extreme-K9 for all that they have done.

Tom C.

The trainers are amazing. They have worked with my 6 year old, 125 lb German Shepherd who had trouble dealing with other dogs and people sometimes.
I can now confidently walk her most any place and she Is calm and responsive. Sit, heal, stay, place are going great!
Going out with my dog is fun again!