Primary Program
Board & Train
Immersive two- and three-week programs focused on obedience, leash manners, recall, impulse control, and reliable behavior around real-world distractions.
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Professional Dog Training in Meridian, Mississippi
Structured Board & Train programs that create reliable obedience at home and in public. Start with a free evaluation.
Serving Meridian, Marion, Collinsville, Lauderdale County, NAS Meridian, and surrounding communities.
Training • Boarding • Working Dog Foundations
What We Offer
Private Lessons
One-on-one coaching for obedience, behavior issues, and handler education.
Learn MoreDog Boarding
Safe, structured boarding with daily routine, supervision, and optional training.
Learn MoreWorking Dogs
Odor imprint and detection foundations for serious dogs and handlers.
Learn MorePuppy Development
Structured foundations for puppies 8 weeks to 6 months old.
Learn MoreBuilt Different
Clear structure. Real accountability. Results that transfer home.
This is not trend-based training. It is a structured system focused on clarity, consistency, and real-world application so the dog and owner understand exactly what is expected.
Clear communication with your dog
Structured daily training systems
Owner education that transfers home
Reliable behavior outside the house
Puppies 8 Weeks to 6 Months
Puppy Development Program
Build the right foundation early. This program focuses on confidence, engagement, exposure, clear communication, and the early skills that shape a stable, trainable dog.
Focus Areas
- Confidence building
- Socialization
- Crate training
- Leash manners
- Engagement
- Marker training
- Recall foundations
- Impulse control
- Environmental exposure
- Introduction to odor/game development
Program Options & Pricing
Puppy Board & Train
Early development for puppies
Designed for puppies 8 weeks to 6 months. The focus is confidence, engagement, exposure, household manners, and age-appropriate obedience foundations.
Regular Board & Train
Reliable obedience for older dogs
Designed for dogs over 6 months that need more developed obedience, leash manners, recall, impulse control, and reliability around real-world distractions.
Services & Pricing
Board & Train programs built for reliable, real-world obedience.
Start with a free evaluation in Meridian. We will assess your dog, discuss your goals, and recommend the right program.
2 Week Board & Train
$2,000
Best for: dogs that need a focused foundation in obedience and household manners.
- Obedience foundations
- Leash manners
- Recall foundations
- Place command
- Engagement and focus
- Impulse control
A concentrated foundation for clearer communication and better daily control.
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3 Week Board & Train
$3,000
Best for: dogs that need more time to strengthen obedience and practice around distractions.
- Obedience foundations
- Leash manners
- Recall
- Place command
- Engagement and focus
- Impulse control
- Public exposure training
- Real-world obedience around distractions
Includes the two-week foundation plus more public exposure and real-world practice.
Request a Free EvaluationIncluded With Both Programs
Every Board & Train Includes
The training does not stop when your dog goes home. Each program includes the owner education and continued support needed to maintain the results.
- Comprehensive go-home lesson with the owner
- Lifetime phone and text support
- Personalized training progress report
- Regular photo and video updates during the stay
- Take-home training guide to maintain results
- Discount on future private training sessions
Hourly Training
$100
Private coaching for owners who want to stay involved in the training process.
- One-on-one session
- Behavior troubleshooting
- 5-session package: $450
Boarding
$35 per dog, per night
Safe, structured care with a consistent daily routine and individual supervision while you are away.
- Proof of current vaccinations required
- Boarding suitability confirmed before booking
- Holiday rate: +$10 per dog, per night
- Late pickup: $25
- Training add-on: +$50/session
- Drop-off and pickup arrangements confirmed at booking
Working Dog Odor Imprint
Detection foundations for serious dogs and handlers.
Designed for working dog prospects, security handlers, and serious sport competitors who need clean odor association, high hunt engagement, and a strong reward system.
Odor Imprint Program
$3,500
- Odor introduction and imprinting
- Hunt drive development
- Reward system development
- Search engagement
Start With a Free Evaluation
Tell us about your dog.
We assess your dog, identify the problems, and give you a clear plan. Available for dog owners throughout Meridian and surrounding communities.
Behavior assessment
Obedience evaluation
Program recommendation
Clear next steps
Meet Your Trainer
Kyle Shields
Owner & Trainer | Shields K9 Services
For me, dog training has never been about simply teaching commands. It’s about building communication, creating understanding, and developing a relationship between dog and handler that holds up when it actually matters.
My experience spans military working dogs, working dogs, and companion dogs across multiple breeds, temperaments, and training disciplines. Throughout my career, I’ve served as a Military Working Dog Handler, Trainer, Lead Trainer, and Kennel Master, developing both dogs and handlers in obedience, detection, patrol work, problem solving, and real-world operational environments.
That experience taught me one of the most important lessons I bring to Shields K9 Services: there is no one-size-fits-all approach to dog training. Every dog learns differently, every handler communicates differently, and effective training means understanding the team in front of you.
My Training Philosophy
Clarity. Consistency. Control.
A dog can’t reliably perform something it doesn’t clearly understand. My goal is to create that understanding first, then build reliability through fair, consistent training that owners can continue long after their program ends.
Military Working Dog Trainer • Kennel Master • AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
Client Feedback
Client Reviews
Real experiences from owners who trusted Shields K9 Services with their dogs.
Samantha & Nova
★★★★★
“I cannot say enough good things about Kyle and Shields K9 Services. My dog has always been extremely fearful and skittish, especially around men and loud noises. Instead of rushing her, forcing an interaction, or overwhelming her, Kyle simply sat patiently and allowed her to approach him when she felt ready. He gave her the time and space she needed to observe him, figure him out, and realize he was not a threat. Watching her slowly become comfortable enough to approach him meant so much to me. His patience, calm presence, and ability to read her body language showed that he truly understands fearful dogs. He did not just focus on getting her to obey, he focused on earning her trust and helping her feel safe. I’m incredibly grateful for the care he showed her and would highly recommend Shields K9 Services to anyone, especially owners of nervous or fearful dogs.”
Mark Lee & Xena
★★★★★
“I couldn’t be happier with the results from the Odor Imprinting Program Xena completed with Kyle. The program gave her a strong foundation in odor recognition and searching, and I’ve seen a noticeable improvement in her focus, confidence, and overall work ethic. The biggest improvement has been her ability to stay committed to the search and work through distractions without giving up. She searches with much more confidence now, and it’s clear that she understands exactly what’s expected of her when she goes into work mode. The training has also carried over into our everyday life. At home, Xena is more focused, engaged, and eager to work. You can tell she genuinely enjoys what she’s doing, which has made continuing her training even more rewarding. I would absolutely recommend this program to anyone considering odor training for their dog. The structure, attention to detail, and quality of training made a huge difference for Xena. If you’re willing to continue putting in the work after the course, you’ll quickly see just how much potential your dog has. I’m extremely happy with Xena’s progress and grateful for the strong foundation this program has given us. Thank you, Kyle!”
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AKC Programs
AKC STAR Puppy & Canine Good Citizen Programs
Structured AKC-focused training options for puppy foundations, real-world manners, and official CGC testing.
AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator
Official evaluator for the AKC Canine Good Citizen test.
AKC STAR Puppy Prep Course
$375
Five-session puppy program focused on confidence, handling, socialization, manners, and early obedience foundations.
- Five private puppy sessions
- Polite greetings and handling
- Leash manners and engagement
- AKC STAR Puppy readiness
AKC Canine Good Citizen Prep Course
$475
Five-session CGC prep course with the AKC CGC test included.
- Five private training sessions
- Real-world manners and obedience
- CGC readiness assessment
- One AKC CGC test included
AKC CGC Test
$75
For dogs that are ready to complete the official AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluation.
- CGC evaluation
- Handler feedback
- AKC paperwork guidance