A1K9 Academy

A1K9 Academy is a dog boarding, daycare, and training facility at 630 County Road Suite C in Westbrook, Maine. Dogs can board overnight, come for the day, or work through a training program. Daycare is run by the training staff, which shapes how the day is structured: dog daycare here leans on routine and handling rather than open free play alone.

Services and amenities

• Overnight boarding
• Daycare supervised by the training staff
• Training from puppy programs to off-leash obedience
• Board-and-train and behavioral modification
• AKC CGC testing

Space and daily routine

Two turf yards with pet-safe obstacles give dogs room to move, and dogs shift between the yards over the course of a day. A treadmill and agility equipment cover conditioning for dogs who need more than free play. Indoor play space keeps things going when Maine weather makes the yards a bad idea. Off-leash hikes through Timberline Treks are also part of what A1K9 Academy offers.

What sets the training apart

The academy runs AKC CGC testing on site. Credentials behind the training program include AKC CGC Evaluator, Starmark Academy graduate, STSK9 Master certification, and e-collar certification. Programs cover puppy training, basic through off-leash obedience, board and train, and behavioral modification. For an owner whose dog needs work rather than just supervision, that overlap between boarding and training is the reason to look here.

Practical details

Day rates published by A1K9 Academy run from $45 to $60 per day. The posted Monday hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Reach the academy at 207-808-8001 or info@a1k9s.com to ask about availability and current programs. Service details live on the website at a1k9s.com, and A1K9 Academy also posts on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.