Who is the trainer behind K9 Elite?

Emily Adams is K9 Elite's founder with 20+ years specializing in aggression training and complex canine behavior across New Jersey.

What kinds of cases does Emily work with?

Emily specializes in behavioral modification and advanced dog training, including complex behavioral challenges that other trainers have turned away.

What is the Fix You Fix Your Dog method?

A three-phase process covering trust-building, clinical training, and owner coaching to ensure lasting results at home.

Does Emily work with all dog breeds?

Yes. K9 Elite works with all breeds, ages, and behavioral backgrounds, including the most severe and high-risk cases.

Where does Emily serve clients in New Jersey?

K9 Elite proudly serves clients throughout New Jersey and the East Coast. Contact us to learn more about availability and training options in your area.

Meet the Trainer: K9 Elite's Behavioral Expert in NJ

This page is dedicated to the professional foundation and philosophy of K9 Elite’s founder, Emily Adams. As the principal trainer and behavioral specialist, Emily’s approach is informed by more than 20 years of hands-on experience in dog behavior, obedience, and behavioral modification. Her work is trusted by clients throughout New Jersey and the East Coast, helping dogs of all breeds, ages, and training levels achieve lasting success. Emily is also recognized for taking on advanced behavioral cases when conventional methods have fallen short. Every program, assessment, and outcome at K9 Elite reflects her commitment to raising the standard of dog training while delivering reliable results, stronger owner-dog relationships, and lasting confidence.

Emily Adams is the founder, CEO, and behavioral architect behind K9 Elite. With more than two decades of specialized experience, Emily has redefined what it means to be a canine trainer in New Jersey. She is known for her direct, clinical approach to the canine psyche, focusing on the root causes of aggression and fear rather than surface-level obedience. Her results are especially significant for families and individuals facing severe behavioral crises, often after other options have failed. Emily’s expertise covers a wide range of challenges, from leash reactivity in Hunterdon County to resource guarding in Frenchtown. Her published work, 'Fix You, Fix Your Dog,' and her reputation for solving the cases other trainers reject, make her a trusted source for owner education, advanced training, and the transfer of behavioral stability from professional to household. Under Emily’s leadership, K9 Elite’s programs are not just about training dogs. They are about restoring safety, confidence, and social freedom for owners across New Jersey.

Matt began his journey with K9 Elite as a hardworking, energetic dog owner eager to learn the art of true dog training. His passion for developing a deeper understanding of canine behavior led him to seek out the right mentor, bringing him to K9 Elite through his beloved bully, Pork Chop.

Committed to mastering the craft, Matt enrolled in K9 Elite’s Train the Trainers Program, where he has trained under founder Emily Adams for over a year and continues to serve as her apprentice trainer. Throughout his apprenticeship, he has gained extensive hands-on experience working with board-and-train dogs in both behavioral rehabilitation and obedience training, helping owners build stronger relationships with their dogs through consistent, structured training.

In addition to his training responsibilities, Matt oversees facility management, ensuring K9 Elite operates to the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and professionalism. His dedication, work ethic, and passion for continual growth make him an integral part of the K9 Elite team.

At the core of K9 Elite’s success is a results-driven methodology shaped by Emily Adams’ philosophy: 'Fix You, Fix Your Dog.' This approach recognizes that real behavioral change requires partnership between the trainer and owner. Emily’s programs are structured in three phases. The initial trust-building phase assesses temperament and learning style. Next is an intensive teaching phase targeting phobias, aggression, and social deficits. The final enforcement phase ensures a smooth transfer of authority and skills to the owner, supported by hands-on, coached sessions. The process is clinical yet deeply compassionate, designed to meet the emotional needs of owners at their breaking point, including those considering rehoming or euthanasia. Emily’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and owner education ensures that every dog leaving the K9 Elite residency is matched by an owner ready to sustain the results at home. This philosophy sets K9 Elite apart throughout New Jersey’s dog training community.

Who is the trainer behind K9 Elite?
Emily Adams is K9 Elite's founder with 20+ years specializing in aggression training and complex canine behavior across New Jersey.
What kinds of cases does Emily work with?
Emily specializes in behavioral modification and advanced dog training, including complex behavioral challenges that other trainers have turned away.
What is the Fix You Fix Your Dog method?
A three-phase process covering trust-building, clinical training, and owner coaching to ensure lasting results at home.
Does Emily work with all dog breeds?
Yes. K9 Elite works with all breeds, ages, and behavioral backgrounds, including the most severe and high-risk cases.
Where does Emily serve clients in New Jersey?
K9 Elite proudly serves clients throughout New Jersey and the East Coast. Contact us to learn more about availability and training options in your area.