About Us

Liberty K9, located in Waynesville, OH, is owned by Dakota Tuck, a former Police K9 handler. Our newly renovated facility ensures top-notch care and training for your dog.

Why Choose Liberty K9

We’re the best in the business.

At Liberty K9, we pride ourselves on offering top-notch dog training services. Our key features include:

Dog Washes $10 by Appointment Only

Puppy Class $450

Designed for dogs five months or younger 
Four one-hour private lessons 
Introduction to sit, down, place, heel and recall 
Environmental/Social Exposure/Confidence Building
Behavior modifications 
Discount applied to board and train at completion

Private Lessons $1100

Eight one-hour private lessons 
All commands and equipment provided 
Flexible scheduling to accommodate all 
Best for those with dog training experience or willingness to learn Hands-on guided training 

8-Day Board and Train $1800

All commands and equipment included (except heel) Daily pictures/videos and updates throughout training Limited out in town sociability and environmental exposure Numerous high quality sessions each day Go-Home training for owner (approximately two hours)

16-Day Board and Train $2800

All commands and equipment provided Daily pictures/videos of progress Out in town sociability and environmental exposure  Free lifetime refreshers for the life of the dog Go-Home training for owners (approximately two hours)

24-Day Board and Train $3800

All commands and equipment provided 
Daily pictures/videos of progress
Out in town sociability and environmental exposure 
Free lifetime refreshers for the life of the dog 
Go Home training for owners

Commands We Teach at Liberty K9

Sit: Teaching your dog to sit and hold the position until released.
Down: Encouraging your dog to lie down and stay in place for extended periods.
Place: Training your dog to go to a specific spot and remain there until called.
Heel: Walking calmly at your side without pulling or straying.
Recall: Responding immediately and reliably when called.
Door Obedience: Practicing patience and control around open doors to prevent dashing or bolting.
Off/No: Clear commands to discourage unwanted behaviors.
Kennel: Entering the kennel calmly and staying settled as directed.
Vehicle Load: Safely and confidently loading and unloading from a vehicle on command.

Meet the Owners

Dakota Tuck, the owner of Liberty K9, brings extensive experience from his time as a Police K9 handler. His passion for dog training and dedication to excellence ensures that every dog receives the best care and training possible.


Dakota knows that trusting someone with your dog can be daunting. He prides himself on creating a safe, effective, and supportive training environment. With Dakota and his team, you can rest assured that your dog is in expert hands, learning the skills they need to be the best version of themselves.

Your support allows us to continue offering exceptional training services. At Liberty K9, we're committed to helping your dog thrive every day.

Need Help?

Need help or Have a Question? Our team is standing by to make sure you get the help you need