Required Shots: Distemper/Parvo, Rabies, Bordetella, Influenza (Booster required)
otck9 training team
Kim S. - CEO/Owner
Darrell S. - President/Master Trainer
WELCOME TO OTCK9 ACADEMY
Kim Swanson is Retired USAF and is the definition of "dog lover", she is the heartbeat of OTCK9. Kim is from Sherman Texas and has been a dog Mom for most of her life. She is the proud Mom of "Yuki", "Zoi", "Ghost", and "Kassius" AKA the "Swanson bunch".
WELCOME TO OTCK9 ACADEMY
Darrell S. - President/Master Trainer
WELCOME TO OTCK9 ACADEMY
Where we rehabilitate dogs and educate their humans.
Darrell S. - President/Master Trainer
Darrell S. - President/Master Trainer
Darrell S. - President/Master Trainer
Darrell Swanson has been training dogs for most of his life. He Graduated Jo-Thor's Dog Trainers' Academy and achieved his Advanced Master Dog Educator Certification . He served over 20 years in the United States Air Force and after retiring chose to serve his community by rehabilitating dogs and educating their humans. He is the Pack Leader of "Ghost the Corso, "Kassius Peabody Clay" AKA Kash the Dobie and Zoi and Yuki, AKA "Yorksters"
Jaila G - Manager
Dalton O. - Obedience Trainer
Darrell S. - President/Master Trainer
Jaila is originally from Marietta. She attended and graduated from UWG, and obtained her Health and Community degree. She found that dog training was her true passion and her contagious attitude is invaluable to our training team.
Olivia B - Lead Trainer
Dalton O. - Obedience Trainer
Dalton O. - Obedience Trainer
Olivia is from Canton, Georgia and is an absolute animal lover! Some of her favorite animals include sugar gliders, cats, farm animals, reptiles and of course, dogs! She has been around dogs her whole life and loves caring for the ones at OTCK9.
Dalton O. - Obedience Trainer
Dalton O. - Obedience Trainer
Dalton O. - Obedience Trainer
Dalton is from Louisiana, and has a passion for helping animals and their families. He has experience in obedience training, kennel management and customer service. He is ready to help you and your furry friend one paw at a time.
Sarah - Front Desk Supervisor
Sarah - Front Desk Supervisor
Sarah - Front Desk Supervisor
Sarah is from Marietta Ga, and has two dogs of her own. Sarah is a rescue mom to a lab and shepherd mix, Maggie and Rusty. She wouldn't have it any other way! You'll see Sarah at the front desk with a smiling face, waiting to greet you and your pack!
Izzy- Kennel Tech
Sarah - Front Desk Supervisor
Sarah - Front Desk Supervisor
Izzy is from Tallahassee, Florida and has always loved dogs and has been around them since birth. She always looks forward to her yearly beach trips with her grandma and her pack of twelve! Taking care of dogs is her passion, your fur-baby will always love coming to stay and play!
Gregory S. - School Admin
Sarah - Front Desk Supervisor
Gregory S. - School Admin
Greg has been training dogs for over 20 years. He retired from the Air Force and joined OTCK9 to continue his service to his community. He specializes in behavior modification, aggression rehab and community relations.
Ewan Baxter
Ewan Baxter
Gregory S. - School Admin
Kennel Tech
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Ewan Baxter
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Kennel Tech
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Ewan Baxter
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Kennel Tech
all breeds all sizes
Leading the way one paw at a time...
We try our best to make your furry friends feel right at home.
Homecoming
Board and Train Family Reunion
Exercise, Obedience, Affection
Board & Trains Daily Walk
Swift Cantrell Park
ONE-ON-ONE TIME
PUPPY LOVE
Teamwork
Community relations
Quality Dog Training
For over 6 years, we have been serving the pets and families of Kennesaw, Acworth and surrounding areas. We love caring and connecting with animals and creating everlasting relationships. We provide care for your fur babies as if they were our own, and ensure that they receive the highest quality care and training while in our care. Schedule your dog training, boarding, grooming or dog daycare appointment today.
About The Owners
Darrell and Kim Swanson welcome you to Off The Chain K9 Academy LLC where dogs are trained and people are educated. Both Darrell and Kim have served over 20 years in the military. They take pride in their commitment to their customers knowing that dogs aren't just pets but part of the family.
Darrell's love for dogs and Kim’s love for dogs brought them to Jo-Thor's Dog Trainers Academy with the Post 9-11 GI Bill. They studied for four years and achieved Professional, Advanced and Advanced Master Dog Educator/Trainer Certifications.
During those six years, they partnered in a dog training, boarding, and dog daycare business located in Kennesaw, Georgia and named it Off The Chain K9 Academy. Since opening, Darrell and Kim have trained and boarded hundreds of dogs at their Kennesaw and Canton locations. Some dogs with severe behavior problems and others with the calm personality to become a service or therapy dog to a Veteran or Civilian with PTSD.
If you have a dog and you need some help, give OTCK9 a call. With their proven training program, you'll soon have a dog you can be proud of.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
We are always prepared for any pets' needs and ensure that your pet will receive the best care and love. Their happiness and care is our priority and we strive to provide a service we would want our own pets to receive.