About Idaho Elite K-9

Obedience training near Rigby

Idaho Elite K-9 in Rigby describes itself as southeast Idaho's elite dog training facility, focused on obedience training, education and tools so owner and dog work as a successful team. Lead trainer Chris Norman is credited with seven years as a law enforcement K-9 handler, and his K-9 partner Tango recently retired. The team has grown to include two more trainers, and all of its trainers are described as current or previous law enforcement handlers.

Programs

Programs run either with Chris or with a certified IEK-9 trainer, in tiers named Foundations, Intermediate, Elite and Elite Platinum. Group services include group obedience training, a Scent Seekers scent detection class and a K-9 Kids Crew class, and dogs start with a training evaluation. Idaho Elite K-9 also offers training and boarding suites.

What owners say

One client wrote that working with Chris "has been a true life changer" after adopting a young Malinois from a shelter.

What to ask

Ask about program pricing, length and boarding options.