You and your dog deserve the best life together.
We help you make that happen.
Wholistic, progressive dog training & behavior solutions to enrich the lives of dogs & humans.
Dog training and boarding based in Spanaway serving Pierce and South King county Washington.
Whether you want a dog who you can take anywhere or you’re traveling somewhere and can’t take them along… we’re here.
At The Motivated K9 LLC we understand how frustrating it is when you have a dog you love who needs some help to behave their best out in the ‘real world.’
And we can help.
Want to live more peacefully with your dog?
services
- Private training
- In- home boarding
- Seminars and workshops
- Board and train
- Day camp (coming soon!)
It all starts with training.
Pulling on leash? Coming when called? Barking or lunging at other dogs? At People?
We’ll work with you one-on-one in private lessons in your home to solve any aspects of your dog’s behavior you’re struggling with. Teaching you skills to navigate the modern world together more successfully.
Heading out of town and want your dog to enjoy all the comforts of home, away from home?
We also offer in-home boarding, designed to minimize stress. Even for dogs who struggle with other dogs, unknown people, or change.
And while your dog is here, they’re family. Long walks, enriching toys and treats, chances to chew and play… they will not be sitting in a kennel all day.
“You are never done learning!”
About
Mercedes Moore ABCDT, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, FDM
Hi! I’m Mercedes, owner of The Motivated K9 LLC.
I was born and raised right here in Pierce County, Washington — where today, I’ve built my life around dogs.
My goal is to teach both you and your dog the skills you need to cooperate more effectively in the modern world. The better my understanding of the science behind why and how behavior and learning works, the more effectively I can help you and your dog.
That’s why I follow the guidelines outlined by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), including LIMA: Least Invasive, Minimally Aversive and the Humane Hierarchy of Behavioral Change.
