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We accept all dog breeds!
K9 Koncepts serves dog owners in the Baltimore area with the best dog trainer & boarding services available. Our team is full of experienced dog lovers who will help train your dogs to be obedient, well behaved, and loving members of the family. We offer dog training and protection, scentwork, agility, puppy classes, canine training services to address aggressive behavior, and more. We also offer boarding services should your best furry friend need a place to stay when you’re away.
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If you’re in need of additional dog care services, we also have bathing available. Choose from bathing services, nail care, hair care, and more. Contact us to learn more about the dog trainer, boarding, and dog care services we offer, and schedule an appointment today.
ourMission
Here at K9 Koncepts dog training in Baltimore, Maryland, we teach dog owners how to train their dogs and be responsible for them. K9 Koncepts has been in business since October of 1998, but we have a lifetime of passion for training dogs.
TheStaff
KIKI
General Manager/Head Trainer
Kiki has a lifetime passion for training dogs that started growing up with shepherds in Germany. She started out as a customer at K9 Koncepts about 20 years ago and is now our Head Trainer conducting basic and advanced training classes. As Head Trainer she oversees our board & train progam. She is excellent at problem solving and rehabilitates dogs with aggressive behavior. Kiki has 5 dogs of her own that she has earned multiple titles in AKC Obedience and Schutzhund.
DANNY
Trainer /Customer Contact
Danny started here as a customer in 2012 with a big dog named Boss. Danny successfuly titled this American Bully with his Schutzhund 1. Boss is now living the life in retirement, while Danny works his current competition dog, Vudoo, a Bouvier Des Flanders. Vudoo has her 1 & 2 title! She has also produced an amazing litter of puppies! Hopefully more to come!
Liana
Trainer
Liana’s interest in dogs sparked when she was very young and had her first dog. In 2017 Liana started in foster and rescue and needed to find a way to help the dogs in her care get adopted. Since working with the fosters her love for training was ignited. She has been actively training owners and their dogs since 2018! Liana has 3 dogs of her own who all love to do things like agility, tricks, and advanced obedience.
DIAMOND
Trainer / Customer Service Manager
Diamond has always loved animals and they have always gravitated toward her! She attended North Harford Agricultural program which spurred her love for animal care. Her favorite breeds are all of the bully breeds because of the big heads and their lovable attitudes! She has experience with doggy day care, grooming and training.
THEO
Trainer Manager
Theo's experience with dogs started at a young age. Growing up around retrievers motivated his interest in working dog breeds. Theo previously trained obedience for guide dog organization. At K9 Koncepts you can find him teaching our Foundation Obedience and Aggressive class.
Makayla
Store Associate
Makayla has always had a love for dogs, big or small! She spends her free time training her dog Snow when her head isn’t in her college books.
Dave
Store Associate & Trainer
Having grown up with a Doberman and Rottweiler, as well as a few mixed breeds, Dave has always been around and loved dogs, particularly the larger ones. He was a vet tech for a local blood bank for several years and began his journey with Koncepts as a client in 2007. Having put 2 rescue Presa Canarios through aggressive rehabilitation, as well as another through puppy and foundation obedience, Dave decided to join the team. He currently has two Presas named Liliana and Guillermo, whom he enjoys doing protection club with here at Koncepts.
Sierra
Store Associate
My love for dogs started early and has grown into a lifelong passion. I have a two-year-old French bulldog named Pig, who joins me for weekly training sessions as we continue to learn together. As a part of the K9 Koncepts team, I help dog owners find the best products and solutions for their pets.
BiLL
Training Director
Bill has dedicated the better part of his life to dogs. He loves German Shepherds and has built his passion around this breed. He currently owns 2 shepherds Magic and Ava. Bill is excellent at finding solutions to special problems that clients have with their dogs. He loves seeing happy, healthy and well behaved dogs! Bill has earned many titles over the years, such as AKC's CD (Companion Dog), CDX (Companion Dog Excellent), Schutzhund 1 National Champion (2009), and Schutzhund 2.
JOHN
Decoy & Trainer
John has been training with K9 Koncepts for the past 6 years. He handles our extremely aggressive dogs for behavior modification. He owns 5 Cane Corsos, 1 Bouvier des Flanders and 1 Rottweiler. He is a very skilled decoy for our Protection Club. He builds up young pups to confident well performing dogs. He can help older dogs learn to protect their owner or compete in Schutzhund. He specializes in advanced obedience, building toy drive, tracking, bitework, and rehabilitating aggressive dogs.
KIRSTEN
Operations Director
Kirsten grew up with Rottweilers and Scottish Terriers which she used to boss around as a young girl. She runs the Board & Train program, Online Store Doggy Day Box, Social Media and systems within K9 Koncepts. She has been working with dogs all her life. She has been with K9 Koncepts for the past 10 years training her Rottweilers, Malinois, Bouvier des Flanders and Yorkie. She started as a customer and has now titled 5 dogs in Schutzhund earning IPO 1-3. In addition 2 dogs have earned Nosework 1 and 2. She enjoys dock diving and agility with her pups. She specializes in obedience, problem solving, aggressive dogs, and Board and train dogs.
DAISY
Kennel Tech Manager
Daisy has dedicated her life to the care and well-being of animals. Growing up in Baltimore, Daisy began her journey at the age of 12, tending to the needs of horses and other animals on a farm. By 16, her passion for animal care led her to working at a veterinary office, where she trained as a veterinary technician.
For the past eight years, Daisy has honed her skills in the kennel technician field, and she now serves as the Kennel Technician Manager at K9 Koncepts. In her role, she combines her deep love for animals with extensive hands-on experience to provide exceptional care and ensure the highest standards for their safety and comfort.
When she’s not working, Daisy enjoys taking nature walks and tending to her plants!
JORDAN
Kennel Tech
Jordan started out at a doggy daycare three years ago and volunteering at Barcs ever since she was old enough. She has always favored animals over people. As a young girl she was always outside barefoot finding the coolest bug or hanging out with the stray cats or playing with the neighbors dogs. She has a strong compassion and love for all animals especially dogs.
ARIANA
Doggy Day Box Manager & BT Trainer
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BRANDY
Kennel Tech
Brandy has a love for all animals, which is why she’s one of our dedicated kennel techs here at K-9 Koncepts. She takes pride in providing personalized care and attention to every dog that comes through our doors. With her own pack of furry friends at home, Brandy understands the unique personalities and needs of each dog, ensuring they feel comfortable, safe, and loved during their stay.