Alan's K9 Academy

AK9A | Alan’s K9 Academy

Georgia’s Award-Winning Dog Training Company

We Don’t Just Train Dogs. We Transform Relationships.

AK9A | Alan’s K9 Academy is an award-winning professional dog training company based in Cartersville, Georgia, proudly serving Bartow County, North Metro Atlanta, and surrounding North Georgia communities. Since opening in 2021, AK9A has quickly earned a reputation for delivering exceptional results through customized, relationship-focused dog training.

Founded in 2021 by Master Dog Trainer Alan Carr, AK9A is built upon more than 35 years of Alan’s professional dog training experience. Every training program reflects his commitment to helping dogs and their owners build lasting trust, confidence, and communication.

Georgia’s #1 Best Dog Trainer

AK9A is proud to have earned the #1 Best of Georgia Dog Training Award in 2024 and 2025, becoming one of Georgia’s most recognized and trusted dog training companies. These statewide honors reflect our unwavering commitment to professional excellence, exceptional customer service, ethical training practices, and life-changing results for the families we serve.

Personalized Training for Every Dog

No two dogs are exactly alike, and neither are our training programs.

Every dog begins with a comprehensive professional evaluation, allowing us to create a customized training plan based on your dog’s:

• Temperament
• Personality
• Age
• Breed characteristics
• Learning style
• Behavioral challenges
• Your family’s lifestyle and goals

Rather than relying on one-size-fits-all training methods, AK9A develops practical, results-driven programs that create reliable behavior at home and in real-world environments.

Professional Dog Training Services

AK9A proudly offers:

• Puppy Training
• Puppy Temperament Testing
• Puppy Selection Assistance
• Private Dog Training
• In-Home Dog Training
• Dog Obedience Training
• Behavior Modification
• Reactive Dog Training
• Aggressive Dog Rehabilitation
• Off-Leash Training
• Recall Training
• Therapy Dog Training
• Service Dog Foundations
• AKC STAR Puppy
• AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
• AKC Community Canine (CGCA)
• AKC Urban CGC (CGCU)
• Dog Temperament Evaluations

Why Families Choose AK9A

Families throughout Cartersville, Bartow County, North Metro Atlanta, and across North Georgia choose AK9A | Alan’s K9 Academy because we focus on creating permanent lifestyle changes—not temporary obedience.

Our philosophy centers on:

• Building trust
• Clear communication
• Consistency
• Leadership
• Owner education
• Real-world reliability

We believe the most successful training doesn’t simply change a dog’s behavior—it strengthens the relationship between the dog and its family.

Whether you’re welcoming a new puppy, struggling with behavioral challenges, preparing a therapy dog, building a service dog foundation, or simply wanting a more enjoyable companion, our mission is to help you achieve lasting success.

Award-Winning Excellence

AK9A is proud to be recognized for excellence in both training and customer service.

Our recognitions include:

• #1 Best of Georgia Dog Trainer – 2024
• #1 Best of Georgia Dog Trainer – 2025
• Best of Cartersville
• BBB Accredited Business
• National Quality Mark Award Recipient

These recognitions represent the trust our clients place in us every day and our commitment to delivering professional, ethical, results-driven dog training.

More Than Dog Training

At AK9A, our goal extends beyond teaching obedience commands.

We help owners understand how dogs learn, communicate, and think, empowering them with the knowledge and confidence to continue their dog’s success for years to come.

Because of this commitment, graduates receive continued guidance through our Life-of-Dog Support Guarantee, ensuring they always have a trusted training partner whenever questions arise.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple:

To provide professional, ethical, customized dog training that transforms relationships by helping dogs become confident, well-mannered companions while giving owners the knowledge, skills, and support to enjoy a lifetime of success together.

Schedule Your Professional Dog Evaluation

If you’re searching for an award-winning dog trainer in Cartersville, GA, dog training in Bartow County, dog training in North Metro Atlanta, puppy training, behavior modification, aggressive dog training, reactive dog training, or professional in-home dog training, discover why so many Georgia families trust AK9A | Alan’s K9 Academy.

Experience the difference professional training can make.

AK9A | Alan’s K9 Academy

Georgia’s Award-Winning Dog Training Company

We Don’t Just Train Dogs. We Transform Relationships.