About All Around K9 Training

Balanced training in San Antonio

All Around K9 Training is a San Antonio dog training business run by owner and head trainer Gary Elbrecht Jr. and trainer Tara Elbrecht. The team uses balanced training techniques it describes as humane and effective, with personalized plans and follow-up support after training ends.

The trainers

Gary joined the Marine Corps in 2007, became a Military Working Dog Handler and later graduated as a Multi-Purpose Canine Special Operations Enabler with MARSOC in 2012, achieving Multi-Purpose Canine Master Trainer qualifications. He serves as an instructor for the Specialized Search Dog and Combat Tracking Dog courses at Lackland Air Force Base. Tara holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, raised a Future Leader Dog for the Blind in high school, and has trained tracking and trailing dogs for law enforcement and military as well as pet dogs with behavior issues.

Programs

Board and train runs one or two weeks, with the dog living with the trainers in their home. Obedience training comes in Basic and Advanced levels; Basic is four lessons covering Come, Sit, Down, Place and Heel. Puppy training is a one-on-one session for puppies 8-12 weeks old covering crate training and play biting. Day training is also offered. The team works on barking, jumping, leash pulling, aggression, separation anxiety, housebreaking and fear-based behaviors.

What to ask

Ask about pricing and current availability.