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Sublime K9 Dog Training

About Sublime K9Long Island dog training since 2002

Sublime K9 was founded by Jessica Freedman, CPDT, on a simple idea: every dog is unique, and different training methods work for different dogs.

  • Training dogs since 2002
  • Certified Professional Trainer
  • In-home in Wantagh & nearby towns
  • 5.0 from 119 Google reviews
Jessica Freedman, CPDT, founder of Sublime K9 Dog Training, with a dog
Jessica FreedmanFounder, CPDT

Meet the founder

Jessica Freedman, Founder of Sublime K9

I began this business with the idea that all dogs are unique and that different training methods work for different dogs.

We’ve been successfully training dogs on Long Island since 2002, and our trainers have studied under many different trainers to learn as many methods as possible. We offer in-home obedience training, puppy training and dog manners training for all breeds, sizes and ages.

I’m a graduate of the National K-9 Learning Center in Columbus, Ohio, a nationally recognized, top-tier school for dog trainers, where I earned my designation as a Certified Professional Trainer. At the center, I studied various methods of behavior modification and applied them with my partner dog, Milo.

I’m also a professional member of the International Association of Canine Professionals, formally trained in BAT (Behavior Adjustment Training), certified to teach Relationship Games and Leash Reactivity by Leerburg, and I’ve studied Growl classes by Dr. Ian Dunbar. My love for dogs also led me to work in the veterinary field, to learn as much as I could about their health and wellness.

Rest assured that at Sublime K9 we’ll treat your dog as if it were our own. I look forward to meeting you and your best friend!

Jessica Freedman, CPDT

Our approach

How we train

No one-size-fits-all method

Our trainers have studied many methods. At the free evaluation we choose what fits your dog, and you should feel 100% comfortable with it.

Training where your dog lives

Lessons happen in your home, so skills carry over to real life. As your dog progresses, we move to busier places to proof them.

We teach you, too

You learn how to work with your dog between sessions, and we stay available by text, phone and email after your lessons end.

“I was told he was a lost cause, but I still went to see him every day to build trust and to train.”
Jessica, on meeting Tupper

The dog who inspired us

Tupper’s story

Tupper came from a rough past. Due to abuse from a previous owner, his back leg had to be amputated, and afterward he lived in a cage for two and a half years. He was deemed too aggressive toward other animals and people to be adopted, and when I first met him, he was not very welcoming, to say the least.

After two months of daily visits, we had built real trust. I introduced him to my pack, and things went so well that he began coming home with me for overnight stays. What an amazing dog he turned out to be: he welcomed new people, loved to be pet, got along with kids and other dogs, and loved to run and play.

Tupper’s story inspired me to help “worst case” dogs and to keep challenging myself as a trainer.

As seen on TLC’s Long Island Medium

Jessica was honored to work with Teresa Caputo’s dog, Bubba, on an episode of Long Island Medium.

Certifications & associations

Trained and credentialed

When hiring a dog trainer, we recommend choosing one who is experienced and credentialed.

American Kennel Club AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator International Association of Canine Professionals ISCDT – Dog Trainer Program logo National K-9 School for Dog Trainers

In their words

What families say about Jessica

★★★★★
“I highly recommend Sublime K-9!! Jessica worked wonders on my puppy. I called Sublime K9 when my family began seeing major signs of aggression in our puppy. Jessica came in and within a short time our puppy did a complete 180. She is now an extremely sweet lovable family dog, she follows all the commands she is given. Thank you, Jessica!!”
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Megan BerkGoogle review
★★★★★
“I really appreciate Jessica giving me advice about the issue I am having with my dog. Her integrity and honesty is rare in businesses today and I appreciate it greatly.”
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Sara DGoogle review

Rated 5.0 from 119 reviews. Read them on Google or see more success stories.

Let’s meet you and your best friend

Free in-home evaluations in Wantagh and these nearby towns:

  • Bellmore
  • Bethpage
  • East Meadow
  • Farmingdale
  • Hicksville
  • Levittown
  • Massapequa
  • Merrick
  • Plainview
  • Seaford
  • Wantagh
  • Westbury