Communication Doesn't Have to Depend on Sound
A deaf dog isn’t a dog who can’t learn.
They’re a dog who needs a different communication system.
Learn how to:
- Build your dog’s attention and engagement
- Establish clear visual cues
- Teach foundational behaviors without relying on sound
- Develop safer recall strategies
- Increase confidence and independence
- Navigate everyday situations with a deaf dog
- Create communication routines your whole household can use
You don’t need to “fix” your deaf dog. You need to learn how to communicate with them.
Choose the Level of Support That Fits You
DTK9 is more than private dog training. We’re building an education ecosystem for dog owners, with resources designed to meet you wherever you are in your training journey.
Free Education
Start learning through educational content, training information, and practical guidance designed to help you better understand your dog.
Books & Digital Guides
Go deeper with structured educational resources you can reference whenever you need them.
Deaf Dog Club
Get ongoing education and support through the upcoming Deaf Dog Training Club, created specifically for owners who want continued guidance and practical training resources.
Meet Your Trainer
Steven Keith, ABCDT Founder of Deafinitely Trained K9 Services
Steven Keith is a veteran and professional dog trainer dedicated to helping dogs and people communicate more effectively.
Through DTK9, Steven specializes in deaf-dog training, visual communication, rescue and adopted dogs, puppy foundations, obedience, enrichment, and practical life skills.
His approach combines education, humane training principles, and real-world problem solving to help owners understand not just what to train, but why it matters.
DTK9 was created around a simple belief:
When people learn how their dogs communicate, dogs get a better chance to succeed.
What Happens Next?
Start With Your Dog's Needs
1. Tell Us About Your Dog
Share your dog’s age, history, challenges, and goals.
2. Identify Your Training Priorities
We’ll determine which skills or areas deserve the most attention.
3. Build a Training Approach
We’ll create practical steps based on your dog’s individual needs.
4. Practice & Progress
Training happens between sessions, too. You’ll learn how to continue building the skills at home and in everyday life.
Progress isn’t about perfection. It’s about consistently moving forward.
Your Dog Can Learn. You Can Learn, Too.
Whether you're looking for help with a deaf dog, bringing home a rescue, starting training with a puppy, or dealing with a specific behavior challenge, DTK9 can help you identify the next step.