Susan O'Brien
Certified Dog Trainer
Founder of Factsk9
Our Company
Welcome to Facts K9 services. Our founder and executive trainer Sue O’Brien has over 30 years of experience training dogs in Alberta Canada. Including many years as Animal Care Manager of a Humane Society, and contract work as an Animal Control Officer. Sue has run training facilities, daycares and kennels has certification in many disciplines of animal care including training, grooming, animal care, nutritionist, and canine massage.
Her training methodology is the culmination of these years of experience and industry leading education coupled with humane, and compassionate practices, you’re in good hands. When you choose Facts K9 your dog won’t be working with someone who just completed an online training program, you are getting the full benefit of a highly experienced professional with proven results.
From the squirrely uninitiated puppy to challenging in-depth behavioral issues we are able to help you work through them with a diverse offering to meet the needs of you and your pup where you are.
We offer group classes conveniently located in the city of Red Deer, Alberta as well as phone and video supported training from anywhere in Alberta. Come out to our Stettler County facility for one-on-one training, agility, and boarding. (ask about transportation options for boarding)
Camrose Dog Show Fall 2021
Ribbons I took home, other dogs work with took home first place ribbons too!
Award Winning
A long history of competition dog sports.
Methods
Sue use a balanced approach targeted to what is needed for each team of hander/dog. Sue works with each dog as an individual and recognizes different learning styles and adapts to the dog and handler’s needs. Having worked and trained with many experts in her field Sue is able to provide an array of proven techniques and apply what is needed in the moment.
Sue’s knowledgeable and straightforward approach to training will put your desired outcomes within your grasp sooner than any other one-size-fits-all programs. The results come from applying the right strategies at the right time in the right way with consistency.
Passion for dogs doesn’t end there. Sue is an accomplished show handler, a coach in many dog sports. With a full outdoor agility course (summer hours) that draws dogs and handlers from all over the province. Sue is also a grooming instructor who specializes in hand stripped terriers and double coated breeds. Her grooming approach is to provide a stress-free as possible environment with focus on one dog at a time. No assembly line, mass production but an individualized approach here as well.
Sue is committed to wellness and safety for all our animal companions.
Facilities
Stettler County
Board & Train Facility
Outdoor Group Training
City of Red Deer
Indoor Training Space
City of Red Deer
Agility Course
Board & Train Facility Stettler County
Private run
Board & Train Facility Stettler County
Grooming
City of Red Deer