About K9 Level Up
Built from real litters, real puppies, and real notes.
K9 Level Up is the puppy development work of Brooke Steinbach, CPDT-KA. The program grew from hands-on breeder partnerships, early socialization plans, and the desire to give families a clearer start with their puppies.
Philosophy
Prepare the puppy, support the family, respect the breeder's work.
Early development is not about overwhelming puppies with novelty. It is about thoughtful, safe experiences that help them become curious, adaptable, and easier to guide in their new homes.
The best puppy work is practical: handling that helps at the vet and groomer, car rides that feel normal, crates that are introduced kindly, surfaces and sounds that build resilience, and observations that help humans understand the puppy in front of them.
Credentials and focus
- CPDT-KA: Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed.
- Early puppy development, breeder support, and family handoff resources.
- Connected to Shiba breeding through Takikawa Shiba Inu, while K9 Level Up serves multiple local breeder partners.
Contact
Ask about availability, partner litters, or support.
Best first step
Email is the best way to ask about current availability, breeder support, or puppy preschool options.