Dog Training in Converse, TX

Converse families deserve a trainer who shows up — and shows results. All Around K9 Training serves Converse and the surrounding San Antonio metro — balanced training, veteran-owned, 205+ five-star reviews.

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Expert Dog Training Serving Converse

We work with Converse owners across the FM 78 corridor, Loop 1604, Kitty Hawk, and into the Schertz / Live Oak side of the metro. Whether you’re working on basic obedience, raising a new puppy, or dealing with reactivity and aggression that other trainers have written off — we run the kind of program that actually holds when the leash comes off.

Gary Elbrecht Jr. trains every dog personally. The 205+ five-star reviews aren’t from a chain of franchises — they’re from one trainer doing the work for Converse families one program at a time.

Why Local Owners Choose All Around K9

Veteran-Owned, Owner-Operated

Gary Elbrecht Jr. trains every dog personally. You’re not handed off to an entry-level trainer halfway through the program.

205+ Five-Star Reviews

The number keeps climbing because the work shows up at the end of every program — not just at intake.

Balanced Methods That Hold

Marker training, structure, and clear consequences. Real-world reliability — not just treats in the kitchen.

Our Training Programs Available in Converse

Obedience Training

Sit, down, place, recall, leash manners — built to hold under real distractions. Program details →

Puppy Training

Foundation work in the critical 8–16 week window. Crate, potty, socialization, early manners. Program details →

Board & Train

Two-week immersive program. Your dog comes home knowing the work — and we transfer it to you. Program details →

Meet the Trainers

Gary Elbrecht Jr. — Owner & Lead Trainer

Military background, thousands of dogs trained, balanced methodology. Gary works every program personally — obedience, puppy, board-and-train, and behavior modification cases other trainers have given up on. Read Gary’s full bio →

Tara Elbrecht — Trainer

Tara works alongside Gary, especially on puppy work and family-dog programs. Consistent across every session. Read Tara’s bio →

What Local Owners Say

“Gary transformed our reactive Malinois in two weeks. We can finally take walks without dread. The follow-up sessions made sure my husband and I held the line at home — that’s the part most trainers skip.”
— Sarah K., San Antonio

“205+ five-star reviews isn’t a fluke. Gary is the real deal. Board-and-train was worth every penny.”
— Mike R., Stone Oak

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you serve all of Converse?

Yes — we cover all of Converse and the surrounding metro. Most owners drive to our facility for board-and-train, and we also offer in-home options.

How long does training take?

Obedience programs run 4–6 weeks with weekly sessions. Board-and-train is a 14-day immersive stay. Puppy programs are tailored to age and developmental window.

What methods do you use?

Balanced training — marker work, clear structure, fair consequences. We train the dog in front of us, not a textbook dog.

How much does it cost?

Programs range from $800 (foundational obedience) to $3,500+ (board-and-train with behavior modification). Free consultation gets you an honest quote. See full pricing.

What if my dog has aggression or reactivity?

Those are the cases other trainers send to us. Gary has worked thousands of behavior-mod programs. Reach out for a real assessment.

Start Training in Converse Today

Free consultation. Honest assessment. Real plan. No high-pressure sales — just a conversation about your dog.