Diversity K9 Dog Training

10/16/2026

A BIG THANK YOU to Huck’s Heroes for being so kind to drop of these delicious treats!!!

10/15/2026

🍂🌰 IT’S ACORN SEASON IN FLORIDA! 🌰🍂

If you have dogs, you know how tempting those little acorns can be! Our pups love to sniff them out, pick them up, and sometimes even try to eat them. So how do we handle it at Diversity K9? 🐶

We teach our dogs what TO DO instead of simply taking things AWAY! 👏

We work hard on three important skills:

🐾 RECALL: Rather than chasing a dog or reaching into their mouth, we call them back to us. This redirects their attention, builds engagement, and teaches them that coming back to their human is always worth it!

🐾 DROP IT: If they already have something in their mouth, we teach them to release it on cue. We can then reward them with something of higher value, making letting go a positive experience.

🐾 LEAVE IT: If we notice a dog looking at or moving toward something they shouldn’t have, we can cue them to leave it alone before they pick it up!

Why don’t we automatically reach into our dogs’ mouths and grab things? Because repeatedly snatching items away can sometimes teach dogs that their treasures are worth protecting, encourage them to swallow things quickly, or turn the item into an even bigger prize. We want our dogs to learn that giving something up is a GOOD thing! ❤️

10/14/2026

🐾 Please welcome Thanos and Themba to the DK9 Daycare with Training program! 🐾

These two BIG boys are joining us to work on their obedience and manners! 💪🐶

Having two big, powerful male Cane Corsos is a big responsibility, and we love seeing their parents take that responsibility seriously by continuing their training! ❤️

With dogs this size and strength, good manners, clear communication, engagement, and consistency are SO important. Our goal is to help these boys become confident, well-mannered members of the family while continuing to build the skills their parents can rely on in everyday life.

We truly appreciate their parents trusting us to be part of their journey and putting in the work to help these handsome boys succeed!

Welcome to the DK9 family, Thanos and Themba! We can’t wait to see all the progress you make! 🐾❤️

10/13/2026

🐾 Check out Nipper working on his leash manners with Tracy! 🐾

This guy can become very stressed out on walks, which can lead to some pretty big reactions. So, we’ve been putting in the work on the foundation skills that make all the difference: leash manners, confidence, recalls, and ENGAGEMENT! 💪🐶

And guess what?! The hard work is paying off! ❤️

Today was Nipper’s FIRST walk with another dog, and look at him go! 🎉 We’re so proud of the progress he’s making.

Remember, we don’t just throw dogs into challenging situations and hope for the best. We build the foundation, work at a level where they can be successful, and gradually help them navigate the world with more confidence.

Progress takes time, patience, and consistency, but moments like this remind us why we do what we do! ❤️

Way to go, Nipper! Keep up the great work! 🐾

10/12/2026

10/11/2026

Recalls. Engagement. Recalls. Engagement. Recalls. Engagement. 🔄🐶

Yep… we say it over and over and over again! 😂

Why? Because when we have these two things, so many other pieces of training become easier.

This hunk of love, Luke, is with us to build some confidence and work on his obedience, but our first step is building that foundation of recall and engagement.

Luke is another kiddo who likes to worry about EVERYTHING happening around him. When he gets nervous, his first thought is, “I think I’d rather just run back to the house or facility!” 😳

So before we start asking him for a bunch of obedience behaviors, we’re teaching him something much more important:

Look to us. Stay connected to us. Have fun with us.

We want Luke to learn that when something feels scary or overwhelming, he doesn’t have to worry about everything happening around him. He can turn to his handler for guidance.

We’re building confidence, creating engagement, and teaching Luke that the real world can actually be a pretty fun place—and life is not so bad when you stay connected to your people! ❤️🐾

10/09/2026

🐾 Please welcome Nipper to the Diversity K9 Board & Train Program! 🐾

This handsome guy is quite the worrier, especially when he’s out in the world. His brain is going 100 miles an hour, and he has a hard time focusing on just one thing at a time. When there is a lot going on around him, that can turn into reactivity toward other dogs while he’s on a walk.

But here’s the important part—Nipper is NOT dog aggressive. ❤️

He is an insecure pup who needs guidance, confidence, and the tools to help him navigate the world around him.

During this session, we are working on recalls and engagement. Our goal is to get Nipper to start looking to us instead of constantly scanning everything happening around him.

If we can teach Nipper to slow his brain down, focus on his handler, and feel more confident in his environment, we can start gaining control over that reactivity and help him become more comfortable out in the world.

We’re excited to watch this guy’s confidence grow! 🐶❤️

10/08/2026

🐾 Check out sweet Jackie working on her recalls with Nicole! 🐾

This sweet little lady is with us for some training, and while she is incredibly sweet, she is also extremely shy and can become a little defensive when she feels unsure or overwhelmed.

Our goal with Jackie isn’t just obedience—we’re working on building her confidence, creating engagement, and helping her learn that the world isn’t such a scary place. ❤️

Every little step forward is a big win for this girl!

Jackie will be looking for her perfect forever home, and we would love your help finding the right family for her. 🏡❤️

Please share Jackie’s story! You never know who might see her post and realize she’s the perfect addition to their family. 🐶Lil Rascals Dog Rescue