Our Training Philosophy

What We Do

At Rager K9 Training, we prioritize building a strong bond with your dog through balanced and experience-based training. Specializing in obedience and behavior modification, our methods focus on effective communication to help you and your dog understand one another. Our balanced approach ensures your dog enjoys learning while mastering essential skills that enhance their behavior and strengthen your relationship.

Our Team

Experts in Canine Training

Kirstin Rager

Kirstin focuses on addressing specific behavioral issues in dogs. With a lifelong background in animals and training, she uses humane techniques to reshape behaviors. She started at a young age growing up with 5-7 rescue dogs at a time and participating in 4H Dog Obedience for many years. For the last decade, Kirstin has been dedicated to empowering dog owners with the skills needed to manage their pets successfully and offering lifelong support for you and your best friend.

Kirstin also competes in AKC dog sports such as dock diving, FastCAT, and competes in PSA with her personal dogs and enjoys traveling and spending time with them. She owns a Dutch Shepherd, a Belgian Malinois and an English Lab named Mota who often assists in training.