Rivanna K9 Services LLC

Tazzie & Arman are one of the best trainers in Virginia. I have a nine month year old German Shepherd who’s been going to them since he was a puppy. And I cannot tell you how much the both of us had excelled. I am so impressed with their training I go two times a week, one for a private lesson and Sunday with the group of experience dog handlers that were trained by these two great trainers.

I have went through two Rivanna K9 Services’ LE patrol dog schools. Armin and Tazzie are great to work with. They are experts and leaders in the field and both have a lengthy background of being in the dog training world. During my schools, I was given dogs that were selected and evaluated by Armin and Tazzie . Both dogs have validated proof of upholding Rivanna K9 Services’ known reliable/readiness skill sets. I’d highly recommend Rivanna K9 Services!

There are plenty of canine trainers out there, however, it is exceptionally rare when you are able to work with a professional trainer who is also a behaviorist as well. When it comes to the term behaviorist, there is an unwritten rule — a respect in the field among professionals — to reserve that title only for those who have the experience, expertise, and knowledge that comes through years of dedication and countless certifications. Armin Winkler is that professional trainer and behaviorist. I am pleased that Rivanna K9 Services offers both a training, as well as behavioral, focus for my Malinois. I have known Armin and Tazzie for over 12 years, and there is absolutely no one else I would ever trust with my Malinois. If you are serious about training your canine, and equally serious abo

Rivanna K9 (Armin & Tazzie) are the best. I’ve driven 8+ hours round trip to train with them. The amount of knowledge they have is incredible. Armin’s teaching methods and problem solving are second to none. They are caring and fair to dogs, with their mental and physical welfare in mind. Really the total package when it comes to training for a variety of purposes!

I wouldn’t know what to do without Armin and Tazzie, they have been a blessing. My second Dobermann has been a handful and once I found Rivanna K9 I knew, I can achieve my goals. They care about the owner as much as they care about the dog. They understand the importance of building a relationship and don’t just want to beat up the dog as I’ve seen many other trainers do. Their dedication, commitment and professionalism is beyond words and I can’t thank them enough!!