Carlos Ramirez K9 Reviews

Sherry Shipley 2026.01.25

     

Carlos is an excellent trainer, truly focused and dedicated in what he's doing. I've seen and watched other trainers. Carlos personally has impressed me. I just came from watching him work with my German Shepherd for an hour and the focus that she has training with him was remarkable. Highly recommend him.

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Reply from Carlos Ramirez K9 2026.01.26

Thank you so much, Sherry. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share this. Hearing that you noticed such a clear difference in Birgit’s focus, especially at day 10 of her board and train program, means a lot to our team. Our trainers are very intentional with their work, and early progress like this comes from consistent structure and clear communication. Thank you for trusting CRK9 and allowing us to work with Birgit. We look forward to continuing her progress.

Boogieman Rhodes 2025.09.13

     

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Kito Perro 2025.08.14

     

Carlos and his assistant Dorothy are absolutely awesome. Such incredibly nice people. Carlos is amazing with the dogs and my boy Bravo loved him. Its obvious watching him with his own personal dog Brava that he was a kind and fair trainer. I can not recommend him enough. I have been in the "dog world" since the 80's and can tell you that he is one of the best. Do not hesitate to send your pup to him, they will be very well taken care of.

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Reply from Carlos Ramirez K9 2025.10.12

Thank you so much! We really appreciate you sharing your experience with CRK9. It means a lot to hear that Bravo enjoyed his training and that our approach made a lasting impression. We take great pride in providing personalized and results driven dog training here in Ocala, Florida, helping every dog from family pets to working K9s reach their full potential. We are grateful for your trust and hope to see you and Bravo again soon for future training or tune ups.

Melissa Nieves 2025.08.05

     

Have you ever lost your soul dog—the calm, well-behaved, perfect companion—and wondered how you’d ever open your heart again? That was me. After my beloved senior rescue crossed the rainbow bridge, I decided to foster again. That’s when I met Macy. If you’ve seen Marley & Me, you’ve met Macy in spirit. She had been returned to the shelter twice for chasing cats, brought in by animal control, and left outside in freezing temperatures. One day, while volunteering at the shelter, I saw her—same color as my late dog—and my heart melted. I brought her home as a foster. Within a week, she became a “foster fail” and part of our family. But Macy came with a storm of behaviors I couldn’t manage. Accidents in the house, counter surfing, jumping on guests, pulling so hard on walks I lost circulation in my wrist, leaping over gates, and relentlessly chasing our rescue cat. She even ate a Bible—cover to cover—and a pair of leather loafers. We were exhausted, overwhelmed, and losing hope. I refused to give up on her. We tried a home trainer—kind, but not equipped for Macy’s intensity. After weeks of searching, we found CRK9. From the first call, Alyse listened with empathy and understanding. When we met Carlos, who spoke fluent Spanish, it was a blessing for my senior parents to fully grasp the training philosophy and expectations. We enrolled Macy, and the updates began. Progress was slow—she needed more time than most—but she came back transformed. The passion Alyse, Carlos, and the CRK9 team have is rare and real. They didn’t just train Macy—they gave us our life back. Of course, training doesn’t end at pickup. We had a setback with Macy chasing the cat again. Alyse offered guidance over the phone, and Carlos even made a home visit to ensure we had the right tools and support. If you’re at your wit’s end, feeling hopeless but not ready to give up—CRK9 is your next step. They’re the real deal. And if you’re willing to put in the work, they’ll walk with you every step of the way.

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Reply from Carlos Ramirez K9 2025.08.10

Hi Melissa,

Your story truly touched our hearts. Thank you so much for sharing Macy’s journey with us. It’s stories like yours that remind us why we do what we do. Macy sounds like such a special soul, and we’re so honored to have been part of her transformation.

We know how challenging it can be to navigate those tough moments, and your dedication to Macy is nothing short of inspiring. It was a privilege to work with you and your family, and we’re thrilled to hear that Macy has become the companion you always knew she could be.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need more support. We’re always here for you and Macy. Thank you again for trusting CRK9 and for your kind words about Alyse, Carlos, and the team. We’re so grateful to have been part of your journey.

Warm regards,
The CRK9 Team

Jessica Chitumalla 2025.06.21

     

This was my first experience as a dog owner, and not only did my dog Izzy need training — I did too! Throughout her stay, the team stayed in regular contact, keeping us updated on her progress and even sending photos, including a sweet birthday message for my son. Since completing the program, they’ve continued to be incredibly supportive and responsive, always making themselves available to answer any questions. I truly appreciate their dedication and would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for expert training and ongoing support.

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Reply from Carlos Ramirez K9 2025.06.21

Thank you so much, Jessica! It was an absolute pleasure working with you and Izzy. We're honored to have been part of your first experience as a dog owner and so glad we could support not just Izzy’s progress, but your journey too. Our team loved sending those updates (and birthday wishes!) and we’re always just a message away if you need anything down the road. We truly appreciate your kind words and trust in us — welcome to the CRK9 family! 🐾💙

Mimi Lindgren 2025.02.08

     

Carlos and his team at CRK9 have completely changed the quality of life for us. There truly is no way to thank them for what they have done with Blue. For years I have struggled with Blue’s reactivity and had grown beyond frustrated and helpless. Blue spent 7 weeks with Carlos and the change has been incredible. We’ve been given the tools to control his behavior and make walks more enjoyable for both of us. I feel more confident knowing that we have a solid foundation to rely on. The communication with the team has been amazing. Everyone is always willing to answer my questions and offer support. I truly feel as though we have a great support system behind us now. Their knowledge and dedication are undeniable. Blue loves everyone there so much! I cannot recommend CRK9 enough!

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Reply from Carlos Ramirez K9 2025.02.10

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear how our training has made such a positive impact on you and Blue. Watching his transformation and seeing your confidence grow has been incredibly rewarding for our entire team. We’re grateful for the trust you placed in us and are always here to provide ongoing support. Thank you again for the kind words and recommendation—keep up the great work with Blue!

Barbara Render 2024.07.14

     

Carlos did an amazing job with Dixie. I got Dixie from the shelter in Marion County. She is 8 yrs old and was turned in by family members after her person died. Dixie needed recall and behavior training. She went into the board and train program for 4’weeks and presto!! Dixie has learned exactly what she needed to live a successful life and learned commands to keep her safe. Thank you Carlos. She smiles.

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Reply from Carlos Ramirez K9 2025.02.10

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that Dixie is thriving and feeling confident with her new skills. It was our pleasure to help her build a solid foundation for a happy, successful life. We love seeing her smile just as much as you do! Thank you for trusting us with Dixie’s training, and remember—we’re always here if you need any further support.

Nick Witherite 2024.05.12

     

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parker Choate 2024.05.09

     

Fantastic course. Carlos is able to explain things in a way that just make sense and bring clarity to K9 work.

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Michelle Taylor 2023.10.24

     

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Oliver Simpson 2023.10.10

     

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Travis Rodgers 2023.09.28

     

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Chris Rieser 2023.09.27

     

Great training. Spent hours decoying in the heat, making sure to spend time with all handlers individually. His knowledge and passion training police K9s shows.

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Mark Elliott 2023.09.26

     

Great instruction. I learned a lot about my dog. Learned a lot about other K9s and how to decoy.

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ADAM Mund 2023.09.26

     

And absolute wizard in a decoy suit. Highly intelligent, educated in his field and full of passion. A true asset to the canine community

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Russell Munzer 2023.09.16

     

Just took a 2 day decoy seminar with Carlos and I can’t speak highly enough about it! Carlos is a master at his craft and has an ability to share his knowledge in a way that anyone can understand! I would absolutely recommend attending any seminar he teaches!

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Martin Diaz 2023.09.15

     

Outstanding class. It was extremely engaging and I was able to take away a lot of knowledge throughout the week. Highly recommend.

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Gabriel Martinez 2023.09.15

     

Awesome work very knowledgeable, learned a-lot from the class.

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Roman West 2023.09.15

     

Carlos Ramirez might just be the best decoy trainer in the country, maybe even the world. I highly recommend getting to a class taught by Carlos. He is a wealth of knowledge and a fantastic instructor.

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LeAnne Schilling 2023.09.12

     

Carlos broght both professionalism and a sense of humor to the training. His candor, problem solving and effortless way of explaining was a breath of fresh air. Him and Mike were great to work with and I highly recommend them both. I look forward to attending more seminars with them.

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