Large grassy yard with scattered trees, a small metal ramp structure likely for dog agility, and a metal building with an adjacent shed under clear blue sky.

A Better Relationship Starts with Better Communication

Because when you truly understand your dog, training becomes more than obedience. It becomes trust, confidence, and a relationship built to last.

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Young German Shepherd dog with large upright ears sitting on green grass, looking attentively at the camera.
Training

Private Lessons

Puppies 8 weeks and older and dogs of all other ages are welcome for training! As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through "Training without Conflict", Susan values building a relationship between her clients and their dogs.

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Meet Susan

Springfield Location

Extremely well-spoken, professional and capable of conveying training skills to others, Susan serves clients in central Illinois at Extreme K-9’s Satellite in Springfield IL. She started as a client at EK9, became interested in dogs’ thinking and learning and graduated from several of Extreme K-9’s Dog Behavioral Psychology and Remote Collar Trainers Academies. She was then asked if she would like to open a satellite facility in Springfield.

Susan has a 2400 sq. ft. training facility on 2.5 acres in Springfield. She enjoys working one on one with dogs and their owners and offers private lessons only. Puppies (8 weeks and older) and dogs of all ages are welcome for training. Susan has owed German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois and has titled some of her dogs in obedience, rally and agility.

In addition to Extreme K-9 Academies, Susan has continued her education in dogs which included:

Certifications

  • Certified Professional Dog Trainer
    • Training without Conflict (Ivan Balabanov)
    • Cynopraxsis with LIMA Certification (Steven Lindsay)
      • CYNX/LIMA
    • International Association of Canine Professionals
  • American Kennel Club
    • Fit Dog Instructor, Level 1
    • Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
    • Star Puppy Evaluator

Contact us

Email

Susan@extremek-9.com

Phone

217-299-7338

Office

2328 Peerless Mine Rd, Springfield, IL 62702
Office Visits are by appointment only
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Customer
Testimonials

We have used Extreme K9 for training (both group classes & private) and boarding multiple times a year since 2010. Extreme K9 has been consistently awesome. We can count on excellent care, expertise, communications, & true passion for every dog every time! Our dogs have ranged from "the perfect child" to the "devil's dog". Behesha and her team have given us the tools & confidence to allow our dogs to be the best versions of themselves. We do have the BEST DOGS EVER thanks to Extreme K9!
Auntie Em
Tilly has thrived since her board and train and we are forever grateful to the wonderful staff for giving our rescue the life she deserves.
Laura Johnson
We have used this business for training and boarding. Always knowledgeable and professional, very good to our Asha
Erin Anderson
I was referred to Extreme K9 by my vet tech. My pup and I have received training and boarding which have been positive experiences. However, the biggest reason I am grateful and happy to promote this facility is when I sustained a serious injury, and was unable to care for my pup, Extreme K9 stepped up. They came, picked her up, and kept her for about 2 months. I received updates, pictures, and regular communication. The staff provided excellent care while I recuperated. I am beyond happy to have found Extreme K9 and will continue to use their services. I highly recommend Extreme K9!
Sandi Touros
We have used Extreme K9 for training (both group classes & private) and boarding multiple times a year since 2010. Extreme K9 has been consistently awesome. We can count on excellent care, expertise, communications, & true passion for every dog every time! Our dogs have ranged from "the perfect child" to the "devil's dog". Behesha and her team have given us the tools & confidence to allow our dogs to be the best versions of themselves. We do have the BEST DOGS EVER thanks to Extreme K9!
Elizabeth Gearhart
This place and trainers are amazing! Luca Henry is my 3rd doggo that has used their training expertise. We drive a 3 hour round trip to get there, so if you are in the fence, just do it!!
Suzy Brown

Gallery

Wet golden retriever puppy standing in a white bathtub with its front paws resting on a blue towel draped over the tub edge.
Small light brown dog sitting on a mossy and gravel-covered ground, raising one paw toward the camera, wearing a collar with a round tag.
Close-up of a curious brindle dog with erect ears looking directly at the camera while standing on a treadmill.
Close-up of a fawn pug with a black face resting its front paws on a brown elevated pet bed indoors.
Curly gray and black dog with curly tail and pink collar jumping or playing in a snowy yard with two red wooden buildings in the background.
Small white and brown dog with a slightly upturned nose sitting on green grass, wearing a black collar with a leash.
Young German Shepherd dog with large upright ears sitting on green grass, looking attentively at the camera.
Doberman dog with cropped ears lying on a gray and beige dog bed indoors, holding an orange bone-shaped chew toy and a stick treat with its front paws, looking attentively forward.
Black dog with white chest sitting on gray asphalt, tongue out and panting happily with a green leash attached to its collar.
Large brown dog wearing a colorful striped party hat sitting in front of a white wall decorated with multi-colored triangular pennant banners.
Happy Siberian Husky with tongue out lying inside an orange tunnel on a textured floor.
Happy Australian Shepherd dog with striking blue eyes and a collar standing on green grass outdoors with a blue leash.
Large black, brown, and white dog wearing a colorful striped party hat, sitting on a black mat in front of a garage door decorated with multicolored party bunting and partially visible 'EXTREME' text.
Happy black, white, and tan dog sitting on a textured black mat with one paw on an orange bone-shaped chew toy, tongue out.
White and brown dog with a red collar standing on green grass, with one ear flapping and tail up in a field near a tree and gravel path under a clear sky.
Black dog with a small white patch on its chest running on green grass while carrying a red frisbee in its mouth.
Light-colored dog running on green grass with trees and fallen branches in the background.
Close-up view of a dog's face focusing on its brown left eye, with a grassy background.
Close-up of two happy dogs indoors, a light-colored pug on the left panting with its tongue out and a black and tan dog on the right looking at the camera with alert ears.

Every Relationship Starts with Understanding

Whether you're raising a puppy, working through a challenge, or looking for the right fit for your dog, it all starts with a conversation. Let's figure out what your dog needs together.

Call 217-299-7338