Welcome to Civilized K9, a professional dog training service founded by Christian Schmidt. At Civilized K9, we believe every dog has the potential to become a well-behaved, reliable companion, and our goal is to help owners unlock that potential through clear communication and consistent training.

Christian’s passion for animals began at a young age, naturally leading him into the world of dog training. What started as an interest quickly developed into a career, and ultimately the founding of Civilized K9.

To build a strong foundation, Christian attended Top Tier K9, where he developed a deep understanding of canine behavior, psychology, and advanced training techniques. He later continued his education by completing the NePoPo® Silver Online Program, further refining his approach to modern, balanced training.

After graduating, Christian worked with a nonprofit organization training service dogs for veterans with PTSD. During this time, he gained valuable experience working with dogs of all breeds, temperaments, and behavioral challenges.

Through years of hands-on experience, Christian has developed a training approach that focuses on finding what works best for each individual dog and owner. No two dogs are the same, and successful training comes from adapting methods to fit the dog in front of you while maintaining clear, consistent expectations.

At Civilized K9, we are dedicated to helping dogs and their owners build strong, lasting relationships based on trust, structure, and understanding.

Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you and your dog.