ABOUT US
Our mission is to help dogs and their owners build a healthy and balanced relationship through a communication system that is developed through laying a foundation of obedience and living an appropriate lifestyle.
FACILITY
Lead Your K9 has a 10,000SF of training (6000sf of rubber flooring for safe socialization and training) and boarding facility located on Route 61 in Orwigsburg, PA.
The facility exceeds industry standards in cleanliness and offers a temperature controlled environment.
360-degree facility view
STAFF
TONY
OWNER / TRAINING DIRECTOR
Tony Stokes is an Orwigsburg, PA, native who has always had a love for dogs. While his professional career prior to dog training took him in an entirely different direction, once he adopted a dog with severe behavioral issues it became a forefront of his reality. Tony found himself researching dog trainers and dog training methods extensively, and with a lot of studying and hard work he was able to successfully help his dog and save her life. Since then, dog training became a passion to which he continues to pursue the most current, effective, and fair methods available.
Education and Training Background:
Leerburg Online
Tyler Muto - Loose Leash Walking - March 2016
Tyler Muto - Dog Reactivity - March 2016
Forrest Micke Engagement Skills - March 2016
Ed Frawly - How We Live With Dogs - April 2016
Tyler Muto Reactivity Workshop - May 2016
Kathy Kear Dog Training Class - June 2016
IACP Education Conference - 2016
Chad Mackin & Jason Vasconi Socialization Workshop - April 2017
Chad Mackin Group Class Seminar - July 2017
Chad Mackin Biology of Behavior - July 2018
Michael Ellis 3 Day Workshop - Nov 2019
Michael Ellis 3 Day Workshop - Nov 2021
Mike Suttle Puppy Development - Jan 2022
Maryna Ozuna Movement Markers - Oct 2022
Deb Zappia Obedience Workshop - Dec 2022
Ford K9 2 Week Detection Dog Trainer School - Feb 2023
Ford K9 Canine Cognition Instructor - March 2023
Michael Ellis 3 Day Workshop - May 2023
Heather Beck Workshop - June 2023
Kynology Symposium 1 - July 2023
Mia Skogster Workshop - Nov 2023
Ford K9 Puppy Cognition - March 2024
Deb Zappia Obedience Workshop - April 2024
Forrest Micke & Stewart Hilliard Workshop - April 2024
Kynology Symposium 2 - July 2024
American Schutzhund Helper Seminar - Aug 2024
Certified AS Helper Front Half - Aug 2024
Helper Engineering Garage 1.0 - March 2025
Helper Engineering Garage 2.0 - May 2025
Nicolette Starr
HEAD TRAINER
Nicolette has been quite literally a STAR for LYK9. Hardworking and compassionate she is motivated to help others communicate with their dog. Her passion for dog training started with her pitbull, Bruno and grew from there. She is an avid dirt bike rider and loves quality time with her family. Nicolette mentions that at the end of the day her number one priority is changing dogs lives for the better.
Sana Nawaz
TRAINER
Sana Nawaz is a Bethlehem, PA native. She loves hikes and long walks on the beach with her dog, Kodak. She has had a passion for helping animals since she was young. Sana found Tony and Jayme after researching for the best behavior modification programs in Pennsylvania. Many years later here she is! Kodak has done a 180 and she has helped countless clients find balance and peace with their own dogs, just as she did hers!
Shelly Huff
ADMIN ASSISTANT
Shelly is a native of Hamburg PA, where she lived with and loved dogs her whole life. Previously, Shelly worked as a vet tech in Texas. She has fostered and trained tons of dogs through a rescue out of Allentown PA. The best part of her day is seeing the progress made by enrichment dogs and all the sloppy dog kisses she receives!!