Veteran owned and operated, with more than twenty years of experience and over two thousand dogs trained across Nashville, Chattanooga and Middle Tennessee. Any dog, any size, any issue.
20+
years of experience
2,000+
dogs transformed
24/7
trainer access, 365 days a year
100%
veteran owned and operated
What separates us is not a single technique. It is that we train three things, in order — and we do not stop after the first one.
The first step is establishing a clear, sustainable communication system with your dog. We then use their new abilities to help them understand what behaviors are wanted — and which are not — teaching obedience and neutrality skills that work anywhere, no matter what distractions are going on around them.
The second and most important step is training the owners. After your pup finishes their time with us, we spend 3 to 4 hours showing you everything they have learned and how to keep building on it. Dogs are not set-and-forget creatures — they rely on you to guide and shape them. We give you the tools and the knowledge to make that happen.
We mean it when we say we consider every client family. We are available 24 / 7 / 365 for questions and support. From pack walks to family events to our clients-only Facebook group, there are plenty of ways to practise what you have both learned and to meet people who have been through the same thing.
The part most programs skip
Training that ends the day your dog comes home is training that fades. Our guarantee is simple: as long as your dog is part of your pack, we are part of yours. Here is what that actually includes.
Combat veterans, former K9 handlers and behaviour specialists — the trainers your dog actually lives with.
Owner / Trainer
Combat veteran and canine expert with 23+ years' experience. Jeff builds lasting bonds through clear, structured dog training.
> Read Jeff’s story
Dog Trainer
John Feldewert, certified trainer, helps owners build stronger bonds through behavior, obedience, and aggression rehab.
> Read John’s story
Dog Trainer
Former K9 handler with 12+ years in law enforcement. Aaron now trains pets with elite-level skill and lifelong dog passion.
> Read Aaron’s story
Operations Officer
Judy keeps every Ridgeside K9 Nashville family on track, from the first consultation through lifetime support.
> Read Judy’s storyTell us what is going on with your dog and we will tell you honestly what they need and which program fits. The evaluation is free and there is no obligation.
Every great result starts with the right plan, clear expectations, and expert guidance.
