Professional Dog Training Near Portland, Maine
Offering Board & Train Programs Near Portland, ME
Portland dog owners are 45 minutes from a training environment that's hard to find anywhere else in Maine. I train every dog personally on a 15-acre working farm — around livestock, open fields, and real-world distractions — and take a maximum of
three dogs at a time.
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One trainer. Over 20 years of experience. 50+ five-star reviews from clients across Maine and New England.
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Call (207) 248-7900 for a free consultation, or explore the programs below.
Q: How far is King K9 Academy from Portland, Maine? About 45 minutes north on I-295. I’m on a 15-acre working farm in Richmond, right off the highway. Plenty of clients drive from Portland, South Portland, Scarborough, and Falmouth — and honestly, I have people who fly in from out of state because they can’t find this kind of training environment where they live. A 45-minute drive is nothing compared to what some families go through to get here.
Q: Do you offer pick-up service for Portland-area dogs? Yes. I offer a pick-up service within the Portland-to-Waterville corridor for a small fee. You’ll pick your dog up from the farm yourself — because that’s when I conduct your owner transfer lesson and hand you everything you need to maintain the training at home.
Q: Can I visit the farm before committing to a program? Absolutely — if you book a consultation or evaluation, you’ll come to the farm and see the property, the training areas, and how things work here. I don’t do casual drop-in tours because I’m actively training dogs throughout the day, but a scheduled visit gives you the full picture and lets us talk about your dog in person.
Q: What dog training programs are available near Portland, ME? I offer three board and train programs starting at $1,250, including options for puppies, on-leash obedience, and full off-leash obedience. I also run small group classes at the farm with a maximum of three dogs. All programs include owner transfer lessons and phone/email support, with options for professional equipment and pick-up service. With over 50 five-star reviews, we’re one of the most trusted training programs in Maine. Call (207) 248-7900 for a free consultation to find the right fit for your dog.
Q: Why do people drive from Portland for dog training instead of using a local trainer? Because most local options are either group classes at a pet store or board and trains where your dog lives in someone’s basement, garage, or spare room and trains in their backyard. Here, your dog trains on open acreage around sheep, chickens, and ducks, works through a confidence course, and goes on field trips to towns like Freeport and Bath. I train every dog myself — no assistants, no rotating staff — and I take a maximum of three dogs at a time. That’s not something you’ll easily find in Portland, and it’s why families drive from all over Maine and New England to train here.