the best of both worlds

All the perks of dog training programs… in the comfort of your own home.

Find The Right Program

Every dog is different — here’s where to start.

In-Home Training

Personalized coaching and training that happens directly in your home environment. Perfect for owners who want to be deeply involved in the training process.

Board & Train

Immersive training where your dog lives and trains with us while building structure, obedience, and confidence. Ideal for busy owners or dogs that need faster progress.

Walking & Maintenance

For past clients or busy professionals who want their dog exercised while maintaining the training we’ve built together — or for any dog owner who wants a structured, trainer-led walking program.
Empowering owners to deepen their bonds with their furry family members and showing people how to communicate with their dogs in a way their dog can understand.

PUPPY FOUNDATIONS PROGRAM

For puppies 10 weeks to 6 months

Our Puppy Foundations Program is designed specifically for young dogs who are just starting to learn how to navigate the world. Instead of waiting until problem behaviors develop, we focus on building the right habits early.

Empowering owners to deepen their bonds with their furry family members and showing people how to communicate with their dogs in a way their dog can understand.

Foundational In-Home Training

For common behavior problems

Many dog owners don’t need a full obedience program — they just need help fixing the everyday behaviors that make life with their dog stressful. Instead of teaching a long list of commands, we focus on the four skills that make the biggest difference in daily life with your dog.

Empowering owners to deepen their bonds with their furry family members and showing people how to communicate with their dogs in a way their dog can understand.

Advanced In-Home Training

For long-term obedience

If you want more than just basic manners, this program is designed to create a dog that listens reliably — even around distractions. This program builds on foundational obedience and develops reliability: a dog that can stay calm in public, walk politely on leash, and respond to commands even when the environment is busy.

Empowering owners to deepen their bonds with their furry family members and showing people how to communicate with their dogs in a way their dog can understand.

Board and Train Camps

For specialized, tailored training

If you want more than just basic manners, this program is designed to create a dog that listens reliably — even around distractions. This program builds on foundational obedience and develops reliability: a dog that can stay calm in public, walk politely on leash, and respond to commands even when the environment is busy.

Empowering owners to deepen their bonds with their furry family members and showing people how to communicate with their dogs in a way their dog can understand.

Walking Program

For long-term obedience

Our specialized camp programs are designed to address every aspect of your dog’s training needs, from puppy basics to advanced obedience and behavioral correction. At our camp, dogs receive 24/7 training in a nurturing and focused environment. This immersive approach builds confidence and solidifies new behaviors before we begin guiding you, the owner, through the training process.

Empowering owners to deepen their bonds with their furry family members and showing people how to communicate with their dogs in a way their dog can understand.

Behavior Program

For serious aggression issues

Some dogs need more than a standard training program. Whether your dog has developed significant behavioral challenges that feel unsafe, unmanageable, or beyond what traditional obedience training can address, we want you to know that help is available.

Behavior cases are accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Going out of town? No problem!

We offer boarding as well as dog walking services!

Real Results from Local Dog Owners

Why We Do What We Do

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Janet Barrett
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We had a great experience boarding our puppy for 4 nights. Drop off and pickup went flawlessly. Knowing my puppy was in good hands is priceless.
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Janelle Miller
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Confident k9 is great! Shelby works with your dog one-one and you can really tell she is passionate about training. She cares, and absolutely loves what she does. I was amazed at how quickly my dog was trained. She not only trains your dog, she works with you, as well, to make sure your dog gets the best training possible.
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David Miller
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Really can't say enough good things about the work Shelby did with our Mini Aussie. We just really didn't have the time to work with her the way she needed and Shelby came in and gave us the support we needed. Bindi is an entirely different dog! Shelby is extremely kind and professional, an excellent combination. Give her some time with your dog and you won't be able to miss the results.
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Julie Balducci
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Shelby has been amazing to work with while helping our one-year-old Australian Shepherd, Josie. When Josie first came to us, she had significant fear and anxiety that showed up as aggression toward guests. We actually stopped having people over because of her behavior. Shelby has completely changed the dynamics of our home. She taught us how to clearly communicate our expectations to Josie and helped us understand why Josie was reacting the way she was. We especially appreciate how Shelby explains the psychology behind our dog’s behavior in a way that is practical and easy to apply. My husband and I are grateful for the guidance she has given us and for helping us become better stewards and leaders for Josie. We are now seeing real, consistent improvement. We highly recommend Shelby to anyone willing to invest in improving their dog’s behavior and quality of life.
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Shelby has been great to work with. We got our golden retriever, Mary, when she was 9 weeks old and Shelby started working with her at 12 weeks. I am amazed at what she has been able to accomplish with what seemed to be a wild puppy. I now have a 7 month old girl who listens to direction and is so very in tune with commands and knows what is expected of her - all while maintaining her sweet personality. We owe that to Shelby - she has been so patient with Mary (and with me). She has also helpes us to figure out how to integrate Mary's young personality with our 10 yr old dog Alice (so Mary doesn't pick up on Alice's never been trained personality 🙂) I highly recommend Shelby to anyone needing help with their pup! Mary adores her.
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We are very pleased with the training our beloved dog received, Shelby is kind, patient and had great manners while training our dog, he loves her and she was able to work with us so that he can now socialize with people and other dogs without issues. We recommend Confident K9 100% to any pet parent and will always be grateful for their amazing service :)
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We had a great experience with Shelby and her Confident K9 training program. Before training, our french bulldog (Blaze) was super hyper and had a hard time staying calm around other people. After working with her, he has drastically improved. He is calm, well-behaved, and listens to commands even when there is a lot going on around him. What really stood out was how patient and caring Shelby is and not just with the dog but with the owners too. During the home home sessions, she taught us and made sure we understood everything required to keep up with the training. You can tell she truly loves what she does and wants the best for every dog she works with. We are beyond happy with the results. I would recommend Shelby to anyone looking to have their dog trained the right way!
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Leslie Carroll
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Shelby has been great to work with! My rescue is over a year old and has a lot of work to do, but I feel confident that Shelby will be there for us every step of the way! She has made both me and my dog feel comfortable and supported. I couldn’t ask for me! On a personal note, Shelby is so sweet snd empathetic. I highly recommend Confident K9
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1000% recommend Shelby! We adopted a German shepherd puppy and I could already tell he was going to be a handful. So I started to look at local trainers. I didn’t like the idea of sending him away so when I saw that she comes to your house I already had a good feeling. After our first phone call I was already feeling very hopeful. I have 3 kids so my schedule can be chaotic at times. Shelby was great at working in training on our schedule and adjusting when needed. One of the main things I wanted him to be better at was walking on a leash. It was not enjoyable for anyone! Within the FIRST WEEK our walks went from chaos to enjoyable and so easy. If that was all that was accomplished I would have been thrilled. But he, well WE, have accomplished so much more with training. One of my favorite things is the lifetime support. I tend to have a lot of questions or forget certain things and Shelby has never made me feel like an annoyance. Not only is she an amazing dog whispering trainer but also a joy to be around!
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Shelby has been absolutely fantastic to work with! Piper has been basically a new dog after she has been trained. Not only has she trained Piper but also trained me on how to keep up with it. I would definitely recommend this for everyone!

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about dog training, our programs, and how we work.

How long does dog training take?

It depends on your goals and where your dog is starting from. Our Puppy Foundations and Starter Pack programs are two weeks, our Advanced Home School is three weeks, and our Board & Train programs vary based on the level of training involved. Most owners start seeing meaningful changes within the first few days — and by the end of the program, the difference is significant. The key to lasting results is consistency after the program ends, which is why we dedicate time at the end of every week to teaching you how to maintain everything we’ve built.

Do you offer in-home dog training in my area?

Yes — we serve Macon, Warner Robins, Perry, Byron, Fort Valley, and surrounding Middle Georgia communities. All of our in-home programs take place directly in your home and neighborhood, which means your dog learns to behave in the exact environment they live in every day. If you’re unsure whether we service your area, give us a call or send us a text and we’ll let you know right away.

What age should dogs start training?

The earlier the better. Our Puppy Foundations Program is designed for puppies as young as 10 weeks old, making it one of the earliest structured training options available in Middle Georgia. Because we train in your home rather than a facility, we can begin working with young puppies before many traditional programs would even accept them. For older dogs, it’s never too late — we work with dogs of all ages and tailor every program to meet them where they are.

Does training help with leash pulling and jumping?

Absolutely — these are two of the most common reasons dog owners reach out to us, and they’re exactly what our programs are designed to address. Leash pulling and jumping aren’t signs of a bad dog. They’re signs of a dog that hasn’t been given clear structure and communication yet. Through our Starter Pack and Advanced Home School programs we teach your dog how to walk calmly beside you and greet people politely — creating habits that stick because we build them in the real environments where those behaviors actually happen.

Not sure which program is best for you?

Start a conversation today and we will help you figure out which program is best for your specific needs.