Balanced K-9

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Balanced K-9

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Compassionate, Experienced, Private Dog Training

Compassionate, Experienced, Private Dog TrainingCompassionate, Experienced, Private Dog TrainingCompassionate, Experienced, Private Dog Training

Helping you form a better relationship with your dog through balanced training.

Book Now

Compassionate, Experienced, Private Dog Training

Compassionate, Experienced, Private Dog TrainingCompassionate, Experienced, Private Dog TrainingCompassionate, Experienced, Private Dog Training

Helping you form a better relationship with your dog through balanced training.

Book Now

About Us

Quality, Experienced Training

For over five years, Balanced K-9 has proudly supported the dogs and families of Rochester, New York. Our mission is to empower dog owners with the knowledge and skills needed to build a calm, balanced, and fulfilling relationship with their canine companions.

Whether you’re starting fresh with a new puppy or navigating challenging behaviors like leash pulling, jumping, or reactivity, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

At Balanced K-9, we offer personalized training programs designed to meet you and your dog where you are, helping you achieve lasting results and a truly harmonious home.

Explore our programs below to find the perfect fit for you and your dog.

Reliable & Accepting

We will be there for you. Regardless of your dogs history, breed, age or behavior we accept everyone. Every dog deserves training and every human deserves a chance to better understand their dog. We want you to have the relationship with your dog that you have always dreamed of!


Satisfaction Guaranteed

We are always prepared for any pet's needs and ensure that your pet will receive the best training for their specific needs. Their happiness and success is our priority and we strive to provide a service we would want our own pets to receive. 

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Training Programs

Private & Customized training programs

Basic Obedience

$1200

Does your dog's wild behavior make walks a headache and playtime chaotic? Our Basic Obedience course can help. This beginner-friendly training gives owners the skills to master leash walking, sit, down, stay, leave it, focus, come and other commands essential for a well-behaved dog. In just 6 weeks, you'll establish yourself as the trusted leader your dog looks to for guidance.

The Essentials

$1600

This program is 8 weeks long & designed for those who have a good understanding of the basics/ fundamentals of dog training but are looking for more problem solving those undesired behaviors.

Included but not limited to:

Building/ perfecting basic obedience.

Generalizing known commands in real life scenarios.

Adapting to training in public settings.

Training tools & how to use them properly.

Problem solving behaviors like jumping, pulling, nipping, anxiety, household manners.

Behavior Modification

$2,000

Tired of your dog's anxious or reactive behavior ruining your daily life? It's time to turn the leash around with our expert Behavior Modification program. This 8-week training course targets your dog's specific issues like reactivity, fear, and low confidence.

Our compassionate trainers create an individualized plan to reshape your dog's problem behaviors for good & give you a better understanding of your dogs overall emotions. Leading you to better communication and a stronger relationship.

Touch ups

$130

(Previous session member discount pricing-$100) The dog training skills you've mastered are beginning to fade - get your pup back on track with Touch Ups!

  • 1-on-1 personalized training session tailored to your dog's unique needs
  • Revisit & reinforce previously learned commands and behaviors
  • Troubleshoot any problem areas that have popped up since initial training
  • Licensed, experienced trainer provides expert guidance and coaching

Even the best trained dogs need a refresher now and then.

Drop in Training

$80

Perfect for busy owners who want to keep their dog’s training on track! With our Drop-In Training sessions, we come right to your home, pick up your dog, and take them on a personalized training outing, whether it’s a walk through the park or practice in a dog-friendly store. Each session is focused on reinforcing foundational skills, addressing ongoing goals, and providing real-world practice in different environments.

It’s ideal for maintaining progress and keeping your training consistent!

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Meet The Owner

Alyssa Taddonio

Owner, CEO and Head Trainer

Photo Gallery

A dog smiling on the playground
A dog sitting next to a pile of dog food that spells out "leave it"
Three dogs on a walk together
Two dogs happy to be together
A dog relaxing on a picnic table at a park
Two dogs sitting with leashes on in a store

Frequently Asked Questions

Please contact us if you cannot find an answer to your question.

We make it very easy for you! All you have to do is go to our appointments page and select phone consultation. We will discuss everything you need to know about taking the next steps. You could also shoot us an email at thebalancedk9.ac@gmail.com with your information and why you are seeking training. From there we will get you started with a quick 5-10 minute phone consult where we will then schedule a time to meet in person for your in home behavioral consultation!

Each program has a short description of what you will learn. If you are still hesitant on which program is best for you, we will help guide you through the process during our in person consult!

We offer private, in-person dog training. Our sessions typically start in the comfort of your own home and as you and your dog progress, we can then expand our sessions to the real world. Parks, Pet stores, Lowes, Home Depot, Etc. 

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Interested in training? We would love to hear from you! Schedule right here on our site for a Behavioral Consultation today. If you have a special request, send us a message, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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