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title: Client Testimonials & Success Stories | Koru K9
description: Read Koru K9 client testimonials. Discover how our balanced training transforms aggressive, reactive, and stubborn dogs into calm companions.
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★★★★★ 4.9 from 1,200+ client reviews
Balanced dog training since 2013 · Serving 7 states across the US
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Results, in their words
# Client *Testimonials*
Whether we're your first choice or a last resort, Koru K9 will ensure that your canine companion is the perfect addition to your pack.
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**15,000+ dogs** trained **Verified** client reviews **Every breed**, every problem
★★★★★
“4.9 out of 5 from more than 1,200 client reviews.”
**Across every market we serve**
Does balanced dog training actually work?
Owners come to Koru K9 after other trainers and other methods haven’t held. The reviews below are their words, unedited — dogs that came home leash trained, responsive, and calm; owners who finally understand what their dog is telling them; walks that stopped being something to dread.
4.9
Average rating
1,200+
Client reviews
15,000+
Dogs trained
2013
Training and rehabilitating since
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## What owners say after the training ends
Verified reviews from clients across every market we serve.
★★★★★
“I went online to find a dog trainer for owners with aggressive dogs and came across Koru K9 and Will Greenway. I have had five sessions and a onboarding session all one hour each in Portland, Oregon.”
OR **Olivia Rucinski**Verified client review
★★★★★
“Our dog Molly, an English springer spaniel, recently returned from a 3-week board and train with Sparky Davis and Koru K9. She is a different dog!”
KB **Karen Butler**Verified client review
★★★★★
“Rob was fantastic with our dogs! We completed a 7-lesson package with him and have seen great progress with our stubborn old lady, Stella.”
BT **Becca Trevino**Verified client review
★★★★★
“We trained our 2 fur babies with Will Greenway. One is an 8 year old Australian Shepherd and the other a 3 year old Rough Collie.”
DW **Danielle W.**Verified client review
★★★★★
“I got the package with 3-sessions of private training (with one 1-2 hour consultation on top of that) and my trainer was Alex.”
AB **Avyla Barrett**Verified client review
★★★★★
“Walks used to be stressful, with constant pulling and lack of focus—but Halley A. has transformed that experience completely.”
MM **Marisa Madrid**Verified client review
★★★★★
“I am SO happy we invested in Koru K9. We got matched with Natalie and Lee as our trainers and they have been INCREDIBLE.”
TL **Tasha LaRue**Verified client review
★★★★★
“Rob was professional, flexible, and had many resources he was happy to share! Thank you for your time!”
V **Vickie**Verified client review
★★★★★
“I took my 1 1/2 year old 'hyper' aussie doodle, Gigi for a 3 week board and train with Irini.”
AM **Annemarie M.**Verified client review
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What they have in common
## The same four things, over and over
Read enough of these and the pattern is hard to miss. Owners don’t write about tricks — they write about getting their life back.
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Your free 30-minute consultation includes an honest assessment and an exact quote for your dog.
- A dog that is calm and responsive, not just obedient
- Walks that stopped being something to dread
- Owners who understand what their dog is telling them
- Results that held up after the trainer went home
## The programs behind these reviews
### Board & Train
Your dog lives and trains in a professional trainer’s home — never a kennel.
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### Private In-Home Lessons
Real-world behavior change in the environment where the issues actually happen.
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### Hybrid Programs
An immersive jump-start, then guided owner sessions that transfer the results to you.
[Explore Hybrid Training →](https://www.koruk9.com/dog-training-services/hybrid-training/?hsLang=en)
### Puppy Training
Foundations, socialization, and habits that prevent tomorrow’s problems.
[Start Puppy Training →](https://www.koruk9.com/dog-training-services/puppy-training/?hsLang=en)
## Ready for real training?
Whether we’re your first choice or a last resort, Koru K9 will ensure that your canine companion is the perfect addition to your pack.
[Book a Free Consultation →](https://www.koruk9.com/contact-us/?hsLang=en) [415-583-5412](tel:4155835412)
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**Koru K9 Dog Training & Rehabilitation**
455 Market St Ste 1940, PMB 999798
San Francisco, CA 94105-2448
[415-583-5412](tel:4155835412) · [woof@koruk9.com](mailto:woof@koruk9.com)
Office Hours: Monday–Friday 8am–5pm PST
#### Services
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#### Locations
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#### Resources
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