Expert Dog Training Services in Kittery, ME and the Seacoast.
Kittery K9 is built on years of experience helping dogs and their owners develop better communication, stronger habits, and lasting results. From group classes to hands-on training, our goal has always been the same: provide owners with practical skills they can use every day to build a better relationship with their dogs.
Experience You Can Trust.
Training That Works.
Great dog training starts with experience—but it doesn’t end there. At Kittery K9, our approach is built on decades of hands-on experience working with dogs and, just as importantly, teaching their owners how to communicate with them and find success.
Kittery K9 is the next chapter in Scott Mace’s lifelong commitment to helping dogs and the people who love them. Over the years, Scott has worked with a wide range of dogs, personalities, and training situations, developing a practical approach designed to make training simple, understandable, and effective.
Scott Mace, Owner & Dog Trainer
Scott brings all of these experiences together at Kittery K9 with one simple goal: to teach owners how to train their dogs with confidence. Experience isn't simply measured in years. It's measured in the dogs you've worked with, the owners you've taught, the challenges you've encountered, and the lessons you've learned along the way. Scott's approach has been shaped by decades of doing exactly that.
Decades of Hands-On Experience
Scott’s journey began with a two-year apprenticeship under an experienced dog-training instructor, where he learned the fundamentals of effective training and the importance of clear communication between dogs and their owners.
He went on to teach group dog-training classes for 10 years at the Kittery Recreation Center, gaining valuable experience helping owners understand not just what to teach their dogs, but how to make training part of everyday life.
Scott also spent 20 years as a volunteer service-dog puppy raiser with a national organization. That experience provided an invaluable opportunity to work with puppies through critical stages of development while reinforcing the importance of consistency, patience, routine, and clear expectations.
Our Dog Training Classes
At Kittery K9, our dog training classes are designed to make training simple enough to maintain, yet structured enough to produce results.
Puppy Training Classes
5-Week Course | Ages 0-6 Months
So, you’ve finally brought home that little bundle of joy—now what? Our 7-week Puppy Training courses are designed to give both puppies and their owners the tools they need to create a positive relationship you and your puppy can enjoy for years to come.
Adult Dog Training Classes
5-Week Course | Ages 6 Months+
Whether your dog needs a refresher or a stronger foundation, our Adult Dog Training courses are designed to strengthen obedience, improve communication, and address the everyday behaviors that can make life with your dog more challenging.
1-on-1 Private Training
Customized to Your Needs | All Ages
Every dog—and every owner—is different. We combine personalized plans with individual attention and a customized approach. We’ll work together to develop practical skills and give you the confidence to continue training on your own.
Client Reviews
“Our puppy’s behavior improved dramatically once we started making training part of his daily routine. Kittery K9 gave us a straightforward system that has made life with a young dog much easier.”
— Ryan P., Portsmouth, NH