Business Details
16 Years
experience
Expert Dog Obedience Training in Newark, DE
Since 2010, K9 Camp Dog Obedience School has been dedicated to transforming the relationship between dogs and their owners through a proven, positive approach. Founded by Mark Tobin, a former police K9 unit commander and nationally certified instructor, our methodology centers on the 3 Ps: Practice, Patience, and Praise. This philosophy fosters clear communication and mutual respect, enabling dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages to thrive as valued family members. Our expertise extends to resolving behavioral challenges such as reactivity, separation anxiety, and leash pulling, with a track record of training over 6,000 dogs.We serve Northern Delaware and surrounding regions, offering flexible in-home training, group classes, and agility programs tailored to individual needs. Recognized for excellence through awards like the American Kennel Club K9 Handler of the Year, we combine professional rigor with compassionate care to empower families and their canine companions.
Services
Basic Obedience
Advanced Obedience
Agility Club
Home Visits
Behavioral Solutions
Dog Training
Positive Reinforcement
Group Classes
Private Sessions
Agility Training
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have trained over 6,000 dogs since 2010 using proven positive reinforcement methods.
- Our owner, Mark Tobin, is a nationally certified K9 instructor with police K9 unit experience.
- We address behavioral issues like reactivity, separation anxiety, and leash pulling.
- Flexible training options include in-home visits, group classes, and agility programs.
- Recognized by the American Kennel Club for excellence in canine training.
What people say
Amazing results
Knowledgeable trainers
Improved obedience
Patient instruction
Enjoyable classes
Services
Basic Obedience
Our Basic Obedience program teaches essential commands like sit, stay, come, and heel through positive reinforcement. Designed for dogs of all ages, this 6-week course focuses on building consistent control and desensitizing dogs to distractions. Skills are developed progressively, ensuring a well-mannered companion at home and in public.
Advanced Obedience
Advanced Obedience transitions dogs to off-lead control, teaching commands at distances over 15 feet. This 5-week program enhances communication in environments with stimuli like other dogs, people, and traffic, ensuring reliable behavior even in challenging situations.
Agility Club
The Agility Club offers fun, mentally stimulating exercise through obstacle courses featuring tunnels, hurdles, and A-frames. This ongoing program builds physical fitness and strengthens the bond between dogs and handlers in a playful, social setting.
Home Visits
Home Visits provide personalized solutions for specific behavioral issues in your dog's natural environment. We create customized plans to address challenges like jumping, barking, or territorial aggression, ensuring practical, lasting results for your family.
Behavioral Solutions
Our Behavioral Solutions address issues like reactivity, separation anxiety, and leash pulling through tailored strategies. Using positive reinforcement, we identify root causes and implement consistent techniques to foster calm, predictable behavior in various settings.
People
Mark Tobin
Owner and Lead Trainer
Mark Tobin founded K9 Camp Dog Obedience School in 2010 after a distinguished career in police K9 units. As a nationally certified instructor and Delaware Animal Services Chief, he advocates for humane training methods and has trained over 6,000 dogs.
Questions
What training methods do you use?
We use positive reinforcement techniques focused on the 3 Ps: Practice, Patience, and Praise to build trust and clear communication.
Do you train all dog breeds?
Yes, we work with all breeds, sizes, and ages, including German Shepherds, Pitbulls, Huskies, and mixed breeds.
Can you help with behavioral issues?
Yes, we specialize in resolving reactivity, separation anxiety, leash pulling, and other common behavioral challenges.
Are classes available in my area?
We serve Northern Delaware and surrounding regions in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey with flexible locations.
What is your cancellation policy?
Flexible scheduling allows missed classes to be rescheduled at alternate times or locations within the same course.
Reviews (2)
Nick Dufrenne
Apr 13, 2021
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They should install a door bell on the building so people don't have stand outside for long periods of time waiting to pick up their animals
Kimberly Pellegrino
Jan 08, 2020
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I first met Carrie and Jim in our journey to find a puppy for our family. We had done lots of research of various breeders and dog trainers across the nation and when we found K9 Kamp Training, I knew their services were exactly what I was looking for. Carrie and Jim were amazing partners in training our Scout and coming alongside with all my questions as we transitioned to dog owners. Their professionalism, care, and years of experience with dogs completely showed through.
The training our dog has is ingrained for a lifetime and we are constantly told our Scout is so well behaved. Scout is a shy dog, yet Carrie and Jim knew exactly how to care for her, how to build her confidence, what training she needed, and how to come alongside me with tools to continue the work they did.
The training our dog has is ingrained for a lifetime and we are constantly told our Scout is so well behaved. Scout is a shy dog, yet Carrie and Jim knew exactly how to care for her, how to build her confidence, what training she needed, and how to come alongside me with tools to continue the work they did.
