Van Hendrix K9

ces orr

2024-03

Just adopted a beautiful golden puppy from Van Hendrix K9 last week. She is 4months old and had two months of crate, walking and house-breaking training. She is the calmest and best natured puppy I have ever met!Chrissi, her trainer, did a magnificent job training her to be very people oriented and attuned to positive reinforcement. Van Hendrix K9 is a very superior breeding and training facility. And I thank them for helping me find my forever companion!❤️

Joseph Anderson

2024-02

I moved to Florida 3 years ago, at the time my German Shepherd Artemis was acting out. I had her at a dog park, and another dog owner gave me a pamphlet for Van Hendrix K9. Artemis was acting out when people were around, and when I called Hagen up and explained everything to him, he told me exactly what was wrong.She had high fear aggression, basically was scared all the time around people, and she never confronted another dog. She would run in fear, so I bought her to him, where she stayed for six months and now Artemis is doing splendid. The training and staff and Hagen himself walked me through the entire process, and I came up as often as I could to work with her and him in assisting with her training.So two of us were trained during this whole process, I highly recommend anyone who has a dog that they struggle with, not to give up and contact VHK9.

eric hemmings

2023-12

We bring our rescue here for training. We were so impressed that we got a puppy. We love our rescues but they come with issues. It is completely different experience when your puppy has been raised in an enrichment center with the best of love and care. If you are in the market for a puppy, you got check them out!

Kristy Landers

2024-03

Our Golden Aussie puppy, Bear is the most wonderful, joyful addition to our family! Chrissi, Hagen and the entire VhK9 team were so great to work with and gave our puppy a fantastic start in his training. We are so thankful for the VhK9 team!

SAC Miami

2023-05

I've had dogs my entire life, the two most recent GSDs from Hagen and Van Hendrix K9, and I've known Hagen for 15 years. If there is such a thing as a dog whisperer, Hagen is it. I've never seen dogs respond to a human as well as they do Hagen (and his very capable staff!). He and his staff develop a relationship with them, understand them when they are solo or in a group, and are able to train the most aggressive animal to just the most stubborn. They truly care for all the dogs in their charge and it shows. In our case, he and the staff have always been there for us when we wanted quality insight, assistance or training for our two incredible German Shepherds, from puppy to full grown.

Roberta Danza

2023-12

We bring our rescue with hip didplacia for hydro therapy, socialization and trainig. We can now take her in public to restaurants. Our trainer Michael is excellent and has taught us how to take control. I highly recommend them for all your training needs, dont waste your $ elsewhere, they are the best!We love them so much we also got a puppy!

Alejandra Serrano

2023-05

My family recently adopted a German Shepherd from Van Hendrix K9, and she has absolutely changed their lives only within a week of having her. She needed a loving and caring home for some time now, but Hagen and his staff cared for her and gave her the attention as well as the training skills in the meantime. My sister was looking for an adult dog who would be a best fit for her current lifestyle, and I knew this dog was the perfect one as soon as I met her. I can’t give enough thanks to the staff for helping us tremendously through the process of rehoming her to us. They knew from the start that she would be a great fit for us. They are extremely knowledgeable and positive people who have a genuine passion for what they do. I highly recommend Van Hendrix K9 to anyone looking for training and/or puppies!!!

wendy ziegler

2023-10

We got our girl at 4 months not knowing or understanding her abusive past. Kitty, a Cane Corso could not live her life in fear or the fear aggression she was showing. Litterly shaking and cowering in the car as Hagen coaxed her out patiently. She has successfully completed socialization and basic leash training and has become a confident well behaved beautiful young lady!! We cannot express enough how Hagen, Michael and Chrissi have helped not only Kitty but us as owners become more confident and comfortable in the world where canines and humans coexist. We highly recommend this training program for anyone that needs help teaching their fur family the world is not as scary as sometimes portrayed by previous owners or experiences. Forever grateful!!

Megan Gonzalez

2023-10

After lots of research on the breed, our family decided to place a deposit on a German Shepherd puppy in early 2020. Little did we know that Covid would strike, making socialization for a young pup so difficult. We did everything we could to ensure that our young GSD would be properly socialized, from taking him with us to the beach, to bringing him with us to Home Depot, walks in the park and around our neighborhood, etc. However, when Covid took a turn for the worst, public beaches closed and public places had higher restrictions on how many people could be in one area at any given time (much less their pets). We continued training with our breeder, only assuming that this was another great method of socialization. In retrospect, litter mates aren’t the greatest form of socialization without the elements of new people, places, or unfamiliar dogs. Fast forward to 2023… we had a dog with lots of anxiety and energy, a dog we could not manage on walks, and a dog that knew his commands but refused to listen to them. This was when we searched for a dog trainer. After several evaluations and interviews with other dog trainers in the area, we settled upon VHK-9 to entrust with this very well loved member of our family! We wanted our dogs best interest at heart, and that was exactly what Hagen and his staff promised. Our boy spent several months away at VHK-9. We came to train as often as we were able (which for our family was 1-2 times per week). After some time we began training in public and the differences we saw were unreal. Our anxious, unsure, over-excited dog was now walking more confidently, was more responsive to his commands, and was no longer pulling us around by his leash. Other behaviors around the house improved as well, such as his need to constantly “show dominance” to our female boxer or to charge the front door any time he saw someone walking by outside. Now he not only leaves our female alone, but also plays gently with our smallest puppy who is toy sized. We were pleased that our boys spirit was not broken. His behavior with our children has remained 100% sweet and loving and his goofy personality remained in tact. The only thing missing from the dog we left with VHK-9 is the bad behaviors and some time spent away from home. We are so pleased with the training our dog received at Van Hendrix K-9 and we know where to go if we ever want to further his training to an even higher level.

russell gambill

2023-05

My wife and I were having troubles with our Belgian Malinois puppy and after considerable research we decided on Van Hendrix K9 for help. After meeting Hagen and his staff, we were immediately set at ease.Hagen and his team are extremely knowledgeable and compassionate towards all of his client’s needs. They were able to work wonders with any issues at hand. We felt confident and reassured in choosing them.Unfortunately, we were not able to adapt to our Mali's lifestyle; but Hagen personally chose a very loving, smart, and beautiful German Shepherd puppy that can grow and be a part of our family.We trust in VHK9 that our dog will be safe and in good hands with any issues that we may have in the future.

Marlene Siebenaler

2023-05

I was lost, my Bella a chocolate lab was aggressive to other animals, for my last resort I called Van Hendrix. He transformed her totally. I loved all the trainer's. Come to find out us humans needed to understand, if we love our animals, then learn to speak their language, so they are able to live in our world happy. Thank you all.Marlene and Bella

Jennifer Sweeley

2023-05

I have been taking my Belgian malinois over to the facility several months now. When I got her, I didnt really know what I was getting. She had some behavior issues that came from bad breeding and not proper socialization with mom(dog). She become aggressive and reactive with anyone or anything that came to close. She was unnecessarily guarding. She became untrustworthy walking her in public. Since working with Hagen and his trainers my girl has become a completely different dog. She is socializing with other dogs, she has come to learn that she doesnt have to guard. She has learned all her commands and does them well. I have become a stronger handler and leader that she isn't aggressive when we pass people, she is now just a dog being a dog. They not only transformed my dog into a confident dog, they worked with me to become a confident leader. They have done great job with her and with me. I have a completely different mindset dog and the best part is that they only use positive reinforcement. I am very pleased and highly recommend.

Melissa Rogers

2020-05

My experience at the Van Hendrix K-9 Training center has been wonderful. The staff is professional and knowledgeable, and they showed care and compassion for my dog. I highly recommend the training center to anyone who is need of help in training their dog. I also am looking forward to purchasing a German Shepherd puppy in the upcoming weeks!Thanks so much for providing quality care and love to the dogs!

Katelyn Coventry

2022-05

Words can’t describe what these trainers have done for my dog and I. After 4 trainers, and wasted money, I thought it was just a matter of time until my dog would attack someone, due to his fear aggression. This was the first time a trainer has EVER understood and explained to me why my dog acted the way he did. And TRULY understood my situation. I decided to try one more trainer and THANK GOD I did. From the day I came to visit the farm, I knew my dog would be in good hands. I had to move across the country at short notice and leave my dog in training and I couldn’t have chosen a better place for him. The fact that I was oceans away, and they always kept in contact and gave updates on theos progress. Should be the perfect example on why you should choose them. They showed my dog that he can trust people again. That he can be around other dogs, without having to show dominance. He was is even amazing around the ducks at the park! If you asked me a year ago, if you could meet my dog, I would instantly say no. Because, of how aggressive he was towards anyone new. Now I have my sweet loving boy that everyone loves to meet! I literally can’t thank them enough for what they did for my dog. I I wish I would have found them sooner! Don’t think twice about these programs for your dog. Just do it and thank me later!

Michelle Young

2023-05

DO NOT TRUST WITH YOUR DOG!! My dog was brought there on a Tuesday and he "escaped" Wednesday by supposedly jumping 3 - 6 foot fences. I called 1 hour after the incident and was told he was doing fine. 15 hours later, on Thursday, I received a call telling me that my dog was missing. (Something I should have been told 16 hours before when I called!) It took 5 days for me, family and friends - and a lot of wonderful people from Palatka who helped in our search - to find our sweet boy! We live 3 hours away and the search cost quite a bit of money. I have tried reaching out to him to comply with the arbitration agreement, but to no avail. He provides NO RESPONSE to my certified letter. He accepts no responsibility. He has NO "WORKING" CAMERAS on property - which is very convenient for him. His biggest concern was not finding my dog but was very upset that people were posting negative comments on his FB page. This happened a year ago. I have been trying to work this out amicably but at this point, I just feel a responsibility to share my experience so others don't make the same mistake by trusting him or his staff. I got lucky and found my dog - but no thanks to Van Hendrix K-9!!

Corinna Barry

2022-05

Mr Hendrix and his team have very positive energy. They go beyond just training new behaviors to addressing your dog's emotional needs. Fixing this gets to the heart of the problem behavior. We learned to read our dog and provide firm and loving leadership. Without Hagan and Michael's help, we may have had to give our Merlin up. We recommend Van Hendrix K9 to anyone who is serious about helping their dog.

Cristine Chisholm

2021-05

We have had our 4.5 year old Belgian Malinois work with Hagen at Van Hendrix K9 on two occasions in the past two years. We are extremely pleased with the result. Our dog is much calmer, more focused and obedient. Van Hendrix uses scientifically sound training methods and positive reinforcement. Our Malinois received not only obedience training, but also learned obstacle course and was frequently socialized with the owner's dogs on-site, which he loved. We believe Hagen and also his staff care deeply for the dogs and want to enable them to achieve their fullest potential. Additionally, the training also involves training the owner(s), and we are improved dog parents as a result. Thank you to Van Hendrix; we hope to visit again in the future.

Lauree Elliott

2018-05

Turning to Van Hendrix K-9 was our last resort with our German Shepherd Otto and the beginning of his transformation to a family dog. He was out of control with his aggressive behaviors, insecurities, chewing and many other bad habits. We couldn't take him anywhere, not even on a walk.The VHK9 team didn't make false promises. It was hard work. But they were dedicated to Otto and our family. We did our part in coming to training regularly and working on it at home. We could not believe the transformation when Otto came home. Their knowledge is impressive and their methods work.We plan to continue our work with the trainers to make Otto an even better family dog. I just can't say enough about our experience.

Sink or Swim Clothing Co.

2023-05

DO NOT USE THIS TRAINER. Our dog was gone for months, was *supposedly* potty trained, taught all these commands, etc. We were told a price that was NOT the price of our final bill (they charged us almost double the original price with no explanation) we get our dog back 3 MONTHS LATER and he knows how to sit, barely can lay down, and STILL is not housebroken. Don’t make the same mistake we did by choosing this trainer. He’s a liar, unreliable, and his whole operation is shady.

kenneth sweeley

2023-05

I am very pleased with how these amazing trainers have tranformed my belgian mali behavior issues. They use positive reinforcement to get the proper behavior from her. I have boarded her there for social and obidence training. I am very happy with how she has transformed. I would definitely recommend.

William Pierce

2023-10

So far, the experience has been. Bought a neurotic German Shepherd in for behavioral training. Have seen improvements.

Rose Angel

2017-05

If I can rate without giving any stars, I would. Worst experience of my life. On my dog's first day of training (May 2016) he had to be put to sleep. The owner of the company told one of his teen trainers to evaluate my dog; which he took my dog out and by the time they came back, my dog was having a heat stroke. At the time of the heat stroke they told me, my dog was cooling down but it appeared that they had no clue what was wrong with my dog. (Neither did I.) I was going by what they told me, and I didn't no that they had no clue what was going on. They kept calling their vet, which never answer or called back. So, they decided to throw my dog in iced water and according to the vet my dog went to, the vet said it made things worse... I do give this to them. They eventually, took my dog to another vet. But it bothers, that the second the two teens that took my dog to the vet, had the chance to run, they did just that. And I never heard from the teen again. The owner of the training company did claim to help with the vet bill but at the end, he never help pay my vet bill or cared that I couldn't afford it. All the owner of the company told me, two days later was that, he can offer me a new puppy. Til this day, I still cry for making the mistake of going to them to help train my dog. I wasn't planning on rating them but I still hurt deep inside. Funny thing, since the vet bill wasn't crazy expensive, I couldn't really sue him. Even though, I can do a small claim case but it made me realize either way, I don't want his money. I don't want him to have any more part of my dog, even if it meant, me paying a bill I couldn't afford. Now I have trouble to ever consider going to any dog trainer or trusting anyone with any of my dogs.

Jason R

2018-05

It’s too bad google 0 stars. Earlier this week I spoke with Hagen, who scheduled a 2 pm consultation on a Sunday (today). I drove an hour to Van Hendrix’s Miami location for the consult and arrived 5 mins early, dialed on the call box, no answer. Called Hagen at the phone number he called me on earlier this week and he answered. I told him I was there for the 2pm consult. He said “1 minute, I’ll be right there.” 15 minutes later, no one ever came to the gate and no one ever called me, even after I buzzed the call box again. Absolutely unprofessional and disrespectful.

Aka Tsuki

2018-05

Hagen did a fantastic job in rehabilitating our highly aggressive dog. We absolutly recoment him and his team for dog rehabilitation and training.

David James

2023-05

I've been going there for a little while now maybe 3 months and I've seen major improvement in the dogs and and they're absolutely amazing with these animals.

Karen Osborne

2020-05

So knowledgeable. Highly qualified. I recommend this trainer. So happy with the results. Would definitely use Haugen again.

Juanita Walker

2023-05

Check this place out for all your Canone training needs

Janey Reid

2020-05

Great experience and very professional and easy to work with!

Sara Babun

2017-05

THE WORST. WORST TRAINER. NOT TRUTHFUL OR COMPLIED. --0__stars.

Melodee Mitchell

2023-05

Very knowledgeable and caring.