About Fully Loaded K9 Academy
Fully Loaded K9 Academy in Cabot is a highly regarded dog training business that offers proven obedience and behavior training for dogs and puppies. Serving families across Lonoke County, Jacksonville, and Beebe, the academy is veteran-owned and emphasizes building confident, well-mannered dogs through clear communication, structure, and real-world practice. Their programs include puppy training, basic and advanced obedience, behavior modification, boarding, board-and-train, AKC STAR Puppy, AKC K9 Good Citizen, and full-service training for both veterans and civilians. Clients praise Fully Loaded K9 for its professionalism, patience, and personalized approach. Trainers, including those who are veterans themselves, demonstrate genuine care and dedication, tailoring sessions to each dog's personality and needs. The training environment is described as positive and structured, fostering steady progress and lasting results. Many reviews highlight impressive transformations, with dogs becoming attentive, calm, and reliable in various settings, passing certification courses like the AKC Good Citizen with confidence. The staff is noted for going above and beyond, including doing evaluations at shelters and providing support during difficult times, such as supporting families through personal losses. The trainers are recognized for their kindness, understanding, and effective, humane methods that prioritize the well-being of the dogs. Overall, Fully Loaded K9 Academy is regarded as a trusted, caring, and results-driven business that truly cares about helping dogs and their owners succeed. Their dedication, expertise, and passion make them a top choice for anyone seeking quality dog training services.
Fully Loaded K9 exceeded every expectation I had during Jojo’s AKC K9 Good Citizen training, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. From the very first session, Keith and his team demonstrated an exceptional level of patience, consistency, and true professionalism that immediately set them apart from other trainers. As a disabled veteran, it meant a great deal to me to work with another disabled veteran who understands discipline, communication, and trust at a level only real experience can teach. Keith’s commitment to helping Jojo succeed wasn’t just evident — it was felt every step of the way. He took the time to understand Jojo’s personality, strengths, and challenges, and he built each session around what would help her grow into a confident and reliable companion. His approach was never rushed or generic. Instead, he offered tailored, one-on-one guidance that ensured Jojo wasn’t just learning commands; she was genuinely developing the skills needed to pass her AKC Good Citizen requirements with confidence and reliability. Throughout the training process, Keith focused on teaching both Jojo and me as her handler. His communication was clear, structured, and easy to follow, helping me understand not only what to do, but why each step mattered. That alone made a huge difference in Jojo’s progress. With every session, Jojo became more attentive, calm, and consistent in her behavior, mastering everything from loose-leash walking and accepting friendly strangers to handling distractions, supervised separation, and demonstrating dependable obedience in public settings. Watching her transform from a good dog into a well-mannered, highly trained companion was nothing short of incredible. The results speak for themselves — Jojo passed her AKC Good Citizen course because Fully Loaded K9 trains with purpose, knowledge, and a genuine passion for helping dogs thrive. The environment at Fully Loaded K9 is positive, structured, and designed to bring out the best in every dog. Jojo was always excited to arrive, and that alone says more than any review ever could. Keith treats every dog as an individual and every owner with respect, bringing a level of dedication and heart that is rare in the dog training world. His methods are humane, effective, and backed by real behavioral understanding, which creates steady, lasting progress rather than quick fixes. Not only is he exceptional at training dogs, but he also brings a veteran’s perspective of responsibility, discipline, and teamwork that makes the entire experience better for both dog and owner. Fully Loaded K9 is the kind of veteran-owned business you want to support — one that truly lives up to its reputation through hard work, integrity, and real results. Jojo’s success in her AKC Good Citizen course is the direct result of Keith’s expertise and commitment, and I am genuinely grateful for everything he and his team have done. If you are searching for AKC Good Citizen training, obedience work, behavior improvement, or simply want your dog to learn the right way from a trainer who cares, Fully Loaded K9 should be your first choice. Their professionalism, knowledge, and passion for what they do make them the best in the industry, and Jojo is proof of the results they deliver.
I didn’t attend any classes with them but I did speak to them about a dog I wanted to adopt. Due to my hesitations, they went out and did an evaluation at the shelter for me. I was just astonished they would do that. Any business that cares that much is good enough to receive my business. Based on my limited experience, I’d recommend them.
Wonderful experience with both the board and train as well as the classes. All staff were friendly, polite, and professional. Our pup is doing awesome