About the Forged K9 Team
The Forged K9 Team
Harry and Sammi founded Forged K9 in 2023, born from a shared passion for high-standard dog training and a mutual goal: helping owners build better relationships with their dogs. After Harry relocated from the Bay Area to join Sammi in Jacksonville, the duo officially launched their partnership. Now proudly serving the Pensacola community, they bring a wealth of hands-on experience to every session. With five dogs of their own that they actively train and work, Harry and Sammi don’t just teach training—they live it every day.
What makes us stand out?
At our core, we are pet dog trainers first. We utilize a balanced approach, ensuring every dog understands both 'yes' and 'no' with clarity. While our expertise spans from high-drive sport and police K9s to the family companion, we don’t apply a one-size-fits-all 'K9 trainer' mindset. We recognize that a French Bulldog requires a different touch than a working dog. Our goal is to bring the precision and proven concepts of dog sports and K9 handling into the pet world to help owners solve even the most specific behavioral challenges.
Sammi began her dog training career 6 years ago with her first Doberman, Kaiser, and has since gone on to train several service dogs, train several hundred dogs on her own, and now has ventured into the dog sport world with her newest Doberman, Korra, and the newest addition to our team, her Belgian Sheepdog, Toji.
Harry began his training journey in 2015, serving a three-year apprenticeship under a leading industry professional. After honing his craft, he transitioned into independent training, navigating the challenges of the pandemic by launching his own practice. Over the last decade, Harry has expanded his expertise into competitive obedience, bite sports, and service dog preparation. Today, having mentored several apprentices of his own, he remains committed to growth—regularly attending seminars and collaborating with top trainers to bring the most effective, modern techniques to our clients.
