Dog Training in Live Oak, TX
Live Oak families know the difference between a quick obedience class and a real training program. All Around K9 Training serves Live Oak and the surrounding San Antonio metro — balanced training, veteran-owned, 205+ five-star reviews.
Expert Dog Training Serving Live Oak
We serve Live Oak across Pat Booker Road, the Forest Bluff area, and the neighborhoods bordering Universal City and Selma. 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 Live Oak 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 Live Oak
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
— Sarah K., San Antonio
— Mike R., Stone Oak
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you serve all of Live Oak?
Yes — we cover all of Live Oak 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 Live Oak Today
Free consultation. Honest assessment. Real plan. No high-pressure sales — just a conversation about your dog.