Frequently Asked Questions

During the evaluation, Serenity K9s meets your family and your dog, discusses your training goals, observes behavior and temperament, works with your dog briefly, and recommends the service or program that best fits your needs.

Standard evaluations are $100. Free evaluations are available for rescue dogs and referred clients. Please mention this when scheduling. Some behavior-modification cases may require a different evaluation fee depending on the dog’s needs.

Serenity K9s offers obedience training, puppy training, behavior modification, leash manners, boarding, and board-and-train programs.

We welcome dogs of all breeds, ages, and sizes. Whether you have a puppy just getting started or an adult dog needing obedience or behavior modification, we create a training plan customized to your dog’s individual needs and your family’s goals.

Serenity K9s serves Lumberton, Texas and surrounding areas.

You do not need to choose a program on your own. The evaluation helps Serenity K9s understand your dog's behavior, your goals, and your family's lifestyle before recommending the best fit.

Yes. Behavior-modification services may help with issues such as reactivity, anxiety, aggression, leash pulling, excessive barking, resource guarding, and other unwanted behaviors.

Yes. Serenity K9s offers free evaluations for rescue dogs and referred clients. Please let us know when scheduling so we can confirm eligibility.

Yes, when appropriate and only with the owner's permission. E-collars are introduced properly and humanely as a communication tool—not as punishment. Before using one, we explain how it works, why it is being recommended, and ensure owners are comfortable with its use. Our goal is to use the right training tools for each individual dog while keeping owners informed and involved throughout the process.

Use the contact form, call or text (315) 982-7736, email serenityshepherds24@gmail.com, or message Serenity K9s on Facebook.

We guarantee that we will provide you and your dog with the training, structure, and foundation needed for success. However, long-term results depend on consistency at home. Dogs thrive with clear expectations and boundaries, and without continued reinforcement, behaviors can return over time. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and tools to maintain your dog’s progress for years to come. Training does not end when your dog goes home—it continues through the daily habits and consistency you provide.