Connect.
Regulate.
Educate.
Connection builds trust.
Trust enables the nervous system to co-regulate.
Regulation allows lasting education.
“Before, we were unable to walk 50 feet; now people stop me on the street to comment on how good Stella is!” "There aren’t enough ways that I can thank Mariann for teaching me and my rescue pup how to have a peaceful coexistence filled with love. I was desperate for support after 4 challenging months with Stella, and the universe helped me find Mariann, who never judged me and only wanted to offer her wisdom and help. From our initial home visit, where she assessed my puppy’s behavior and its impact on me and my senior dog, to her ongoing communication and training videos while Stella was at her 4-week board and train, I was learning from her how to communicate more effectively with my very anxious dog. Now Stella has a firm understanding that I’m here to guide her, and her sweet personality is shining through. Since coming home almost 2 weeks ago, the changes in Stella from her time with Mariann are immeasurable. Before we were unable to walk 50 feet; now people stop me on the street to comment on how good Stella is! Perhaps most importantly, Mariann has been super responsive to my questions by text as I continue to learn to be the dog mom that Stella needs me to be. I feel like both Stella, and I have someone in our corner now, who has a gift for training and understanding dogs, and I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to benefit from Mariann and WAOK9 training! I’d give her a zillion stars if I could!"
Tonga's Transformation
"Tonga has always been a big mush but this was hidden from many due to a fear of the outside world that caused him to bark, lunge and growl at strangers as well as go a bit crazy around other dogs. It was to the point that I was tense going outside the home because he was so emotional around everything. After spending 5 weeks in reactivity boot camp, he is so much happier, confident and relaxed - and his sweetness is finally shining for all to see! We are now going on pulling-free walks, relaxed hikes and sit outside together without both being on edge the whole time. In the house, he has been less territorial and melts into relaxation mode when he is in place or down. Mariann is an incredibly talented dog trainer and I’ve seen so many positive changes in my pup that make me want to cry with happiness. She is very thorough and spent time explaining everything we needed to know to communicate better with Tonga and advocate for his needs. You can tell she truly loves the dogs in her care and wants the best for them and their owners. Mariann provided the structure my dog needed to regulate his emotions, feel more comfortable and thrive in the world. I’m looking forward to keeping up all the great things we both learned and excited for the very happy life of adventure I have ahead with Tonga - thank you, Mariann!!! If you have a reactive dog and are considering working with WAOK9, don’t think twice. It’s truly lifechanging!" Meghan | Tonga
The WAOK9 Lifestyle
"Then I found WAOK9 Training and the experience was truly life changing! Mariann wasn't just helping me train my dog—she was teaching me how to better understand him. I quickly realized I had so much to learn, and through our coaching sessions, Mariann guided me every step of the way. Even though we live in the UK and there was a five-hour time difference between us, Mariann was incredibly flexible with scheduling and always made it easy to find a time that worked. She helped me see things from my dog's perspective, explained why certain behaviors were happening, and gave me practical tools and strategies that actually made sense. Most importantly, she gave me the confidence to move forward instead of constantly second-guessing myself. Both Morzsa and I made huge progress, and I feel more connected to my dog than ever before. I'm incredibly grateful for Mariann's patience, knowledge, support, and genuine commitment to helping both of us succeed." Andi | Morzsa
Extremely Fearful Rescue Gets Second Chance
"Mona was adopted from a rescue organization. When I brought her home, she was hiding under the furniture, making little gremlin noises, and refused to let us touch her. She eventually was so scared she refused to go outside to potty. I worked with multiple dog trainers before who all felt Mona was hardwired to be living in fear. Mariann truly has secret powers when it comes to dogs! She was the only one we talked to who had a plan of how to work through things with Mona and felt confident in her abilities to help. And it worked! After her 5 week board and train session, Mona not only allows us to pet her but she also asks us to. She is completely house trained and follows through on all her commands. And most importantly Mariann showed me how to help Mona through her fears in the future. I loved how transparent Mariann was through the whole process. She regularly posted Mona's progress on Instagram. And at the going home sessions Mariann walked me through everything, answering all my questions and helping me feel empowered to continue Mona's training. I cannot thank Mariann enough for saving my relationship with Mona. She is now living her best puppy life!" Christine | Mona
TEACHING DOGS & EMPOWERING OWNERS
- Jersey City, New Jersey -
Welcome to We Are One K9 Training! We believe that a strong, loving bond between you and your dog is the foundation for a happy life together. Our training methods are designed to foster trust, communication, and mutual respect, helping your dog learn essential life skills while deepening your connection. Whether it's mastering off-leash basic obedience, addressing behavioral challenges, or enriching your dog’s daily experiences, we're here to support you every step of the way. Let’s embark on a journey that not only trains your dog but transforms your relationship into one of understanding and joy.
