About Torpedo K9

Background

Torpedo K9's founder is Nathan Kelley, described on the site as having nearly 30 years of experience in professional K9 training and as a nationally recognized expert in canine behavior and training. He spent time as a K9 handler and K9 trainer for the Henrico County Police Department's K9 unit. The business's initial mission was training police and military K9 units; it opened its doors to civilian dogs in 2018.

Programs

Four programs are listed: a two-week basic obedience program, a three-week obedience and behavior modification program, a four-week advanced program for dogs with behavioral issues, and puppy training. Each program includes a go-home session in which the trainer covers what the owner needs to do to maintain the training.

Where the training happens

Board and train takes place on seven acres in New Kent County. The site describes indoor and outdoor training, fenced-in space for the dogs to play, and a climate-controlled boarding facility.

Who they take

The business states that it believes in every dog's potential and never turns a dog away because of aggression or breed.

Approach

Training is described as customized to each dog and owner, spanning puppies through aggressive dogs, with the owner given the resources to carry on the work.