Our Friends

The Friends of AK9 Canada highlights a network of dedicated professionals committed to excellence in the canine community. Each partner represents a commitment to quality service, providing a reliable resource for those seeking expert support for their dogs.

Confident K9Z

Confident K9Z is a dog training service specializing in all breeds and behaviours, with a focus on basic obedience and behaviour modification. Founded in 2018, it operates with a clear mission: to help dogs and their owners live calmly, confidently, and in harmony. The training approach goes beyond obedience commands, emphasizing communication, structure, and a relationship where both ends of the leash understand each other. Rather than aiming for perfection, Confident K9Z focuses on practical, real-world results that hold up at home, on walks, and in busy public environments.

Owned and operated by Stacey, Confident K9Z is built on real-world experience and a strong commitment to continued education. Stacey has completed extensive training in puppy development, obedience, behaviour modification, and dog sports, and continues to refine her skills through seminars and hands-on work. She actively trains and competes in IGP, dock diving, and lure coursing, ensuring her work remains practical, structured, and grounded in real application while helping owners build confidence, clarity, and lasting relationships with their dogs.