Required Shots: Distemper/Parvo, Rabies, Bordetella, Influenza (Booster required)
otck9 training team
Darrell S. - Master Trainer
WELCOME TO OTCK9 ACADEMY
WELCOME TO OTCK9 ACADEMY
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"
WELCOME TO OTCK9 ACADEMY
WELCOME TO OTCK9 ACADEMY
WELCOME TO OTCK9 ACADEMY
Where we rehabilitate dogs and educate their humans.
Kim S. - Owner
WELCOME TO OTCK9 ACADEMY
Sarah - Customer Service
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".
Sarah - Customer Service
Jasper Y. - Obedience Trainer
Sarah - Customer Service
Sarah is from Marietta Ga, and has three dogs of her own. Sarah is a rescue mom to two lab mixes, Maggie and Rusty, and a boxer Diesel. She would'nt have it any other way! You'll see Sarah at the front desk with a smiling face, waiting to greet you and your pack!
Jasper Y. - Obedience Trainer
Jasper Y. - Obedience Trainer
Jasper Y. - Obedience Trainer
Jasper is from Kennesaw, Georgia and a graduate of Jo-Thor's Dog Trainers' Academy and achieved her Professional Dog Educator Certification. She has a passion for training dogs and educating owners. She is the proud Mom of "Luka" the Doberman.
Nicolas W. - Obedience Trainer
Jasper Y. - Obedience Trainer
Jasper Y. - Obedience Trainer
My name is Nic and I’m a Georgia boy raised in Arizona. I’ve been training dogs since I could hold a leash. I have two dogs, Ace & Koa an Anatolian mix & an American bully. Dog training makes me whole and I look forward to helping you lead the way one paw at a time.
Olivia B - Obedience 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.
Trenton - Kennel Manager
Dalton O. - Obedience Trainer
Trenton - Kennel Manager
Trenton was born in Lawrencville, Ga. The Braves and Hawks are his favorite teams. He enjoys reading, working with dogs and working out in his free time.
Izzy- Kennel Tech
Izzy- Kennel Tech
Trenton - Kennel Manager
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!
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
Grooming
Group Class Graduation
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.