Real Training. Real Results. Built for Real Life. At Ozark Bottoms K9 Academy, we offer specialized training programs designed to meet your dog where they are and take them where you want them to go. Every program is tailored to the dog’s temperament, drive, and purpose—whether you’re building a solid family companion, a competitive partner, or a working dog. Our dogs aren’t trained only in a classroom. They’re trained in real environments, with real distractions, so the results hold up at home, in public, and in the field. ⸻ Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Manners A strong foundation is everything. These programs focus on building reliable obedience, structure, and clear communication. Training progresses based on the dog’s ability—not a set timeline. Skills may include: • Leash manners & engagement • Sit, down, place, stay, and recall • Impulse control & focus around distractions • Off-leash reliability (advanced levels) • Polite behavior at home and in public Perfect for family dogs, active companions, and owners who want obedience they can trust. ⸻ AKC Programs Star Puppy • CGC • CGCA • CGCU We proudly offer American Kennel Club programs that promote well-mannered, confident, and socially stable dogs. What your dog gains: • Confidence in new environments • Proper social behavior around people and dogs • Reliable obedience under distraction • Preparation for therapy work, housing requirements, and advanced training These programs are ideal for puppies and adult dogs alike, whether you’re earning titles or building a solid foundation. ⸻ Basic Hunting & Gun Dog Training Built for dogs with drive and purpose. Our hunting and gun dog programs focus on developing natural ability while building control, obedience, and confidence in the field. Training may include: • Introduction to birds and gunfire • Recall and field obedience • Steadiness and impulse control • Foundation work for future advanced training We train dogs to be reliable, safe, and enjoyable hunting partners. ⸻ Rally Obedience Rally is obedience with purpose and teamwork. This program builds precision, engagement, and communication while keeping training fun and dynamic. Benefits include: • Improved focus and handler engagement • Clear transitions and responsiveness • Confidence in competitive and public settings Great for sport dogs, pet owners wanting advanced obedience, and teams preparing for competition. ⸻ Competitive Obedience Precision matters. Our competitive obedience training is designed for teams aiming to compete at higher levels or refine advanced obedience skills. Focus areas include: • Precision heeling and position changes • Focus under heavy distraction • Clean transitions and control • Trial-ready performance Training is customized to your goals, whether you’re new to competition or advancing in the ring. ⸻ Protection Training Serious training for serious goals. Protection training is not for every dog or owner. We evaluate temperament, stability, and intent before acceptance. Training emphasizes: • Control and obedience first • Clear, ethical protection work • Confidence without aggression • Safety for dog and handler This program is designed for the right dog, with the right mindset, under professional guidance. ⸻ Scent Work & Detection Let your dog work with their nose. Scent work builds confidence, mental stimulation, and working ability while tapping into your dog’s natural instincts. Training may include: • Odor recognition and discrimination • Search patterns and problem solving • Focus and independence • Foundations for sport, detection, or work applications Great for high-drive dogs and those needing a productive outlet. ⸻ Search & Rescue (SAR) Training Purpose-driven training for real-world deployment. Our SAR training focuses on building reliable, confident dogs capable of working in challenging environments. Areas of training include: • Obedience and control under extreme distraction • Environmental confidence • Scent work foundations • Handler-dog teamwork Ideal for handlers seeking disciplined, reliable working partners. ⸻ Not Sure Which Program Is Right for Your Dog? Every dog is different—and so are your goals. We offer evaluations to help place your dog in the right program and create a training plan that delivers real, lasting results. Train with purpose. Train with confidence. Contact Ozark Bottoms K9 Academy today to get started.