About Off The Grid K9 LLC

Who runs it and where

Off The Grid K9 publishes its location as "2244 Range Line Road, Rhinelander, WI, USA" and describes the site as "Off The Grid K9s quaint facility is nestled on 32 acres just south of Rhinelander, Wisconsin." The home page names the trainer: "Shawna Schneider is the owner and lead dog trainer at Off The Grid K9. With over 13 years of experience in the professional dog world, she is dedicated to understanding each dog's unique personality and needs." Hours are published as "By Appointment."

Method, in the site's words

The banner that repeats across the home page is "Balanced Dog Training," followed by "Transform your dog's behavior with personalized training solutions." The about text says she is "Utilizing balanced dog training methods" and "strives to bring out the very best in each of her clients canine companions."

The residency programs

This is the one business in the area with a fully priced, published program menu. The residency list runs "4 Week Obedience Program $1,800 … four week on leash obedience program," "6 Week Obedience Program $2,200," "Behavioral Board & Train Program (6 weeks) $3,400 – Struggling with jumping, reactiv[ity], and more" and "Specialty Board & Train Program $3,400." The behavioral program is the one the site points at reactivity and unwanted habits.

Add-ons and private work

Alongside the residencies the services page prices "Off Leash/E-Collar Obedience $700 … e-collar foundation training for off leash obedience," "Potty Training $500," "Crate Training $500" and "Additional Commands $400." For owners who would rather not board, the same page sells "Individual Private Training Sessions $90" with the line "Where: your home!", plus a "Private Training Session Package $425." A "Travel Fee $10-$20" is published for the in-home work. Every figure here is quoted from the business's own services page.

Before you book

The specialty program's blurb mentions experience with therapy dogs and working service dogs. Ask what the specialty program covers and which certifications the trainer holds.