About K9 Performance Plus, Inc.
Owner John Johnston has been working with dogs for more than two decades in various capacities. He is a well respected trainer of family pets, working dogs, police K9s, and executive protection dogs. His training foundation is based in the European philosophy of dog training and handling.
John's technique is straightforward, with clear explanations of the psychology of why dogs respond best to black and white training and communication. This technique makes it easy for both the owner and the dog to work together towards a successful and well-trained team.
John has been featured on Animal Planet's show Dogs 101.
John is a member of the following organizations:
- NARA (North American Ring Association)
- New Hampshire Working Dog Foundation
- ASR (American Street Ring Association)
- USMRA (United States Modio Ring Association)
- Founder & Training Director of the Massachusetts Ring Club
- NAPD (National Association of Protection Dogs)
John has attained the highest achievements in the canine training world and French Ring Sport Decoying as follows:
- Level II nationally certified French Ring Decoy
- 1999 & 2000 Decoy of the Year
- Director of Decoys for NARA 2000-2004
- Decoy for the 1999 NARA Sport Championships
- Decoy for the 1999 Canadian Ring Sport Championships
- Decoy for the 2000 Grand Prix in French Ring Sport
- Decoy for the 2000 Mondio Ring Grand Prix (France)
- Decoy for the 2001 Mexican Championships (Mexico)
- Decoy for the 2002 NARA Ring Sport Championships
- Decoy for the 2004 Canadian French Ring Championships
- Mondio Ring Level III Decoy Select Certified
Above photo: John Johnston and his executive protection dog Turbo.
Below photo: Turbo, Dutch Shepherd imported from Europe.
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Dawn Norris,
We are located at 335 Main Street in Reading, Massachusetts.
You can contact us at 781.944.2929
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