About Us
Our mission is simple: to give you the freedom and confidence to take your dog anywhere.
At Freedom K9, we believe great training isn’t about controlling a dog—it’s about building clear communication, trust, and reliability so your dog can safely and confidently be part of your everyday life.
Freedom K9 is Licensed and Insured, and proudly serves dogs and owners seeking real-world results—not quick fixes.
“Picture your “perfect dog.” If your dog was perfect FOR YOU what would that look like?”
— Kindle Aseltine, Founder of Freedom K9
Meet the Founder & Head Trainer
Hi, I’m Kindle Aseltine, Founder and Head Trainer of Freedom K9.
When I meet a new client, one of the first questions I ask is: “What are your goals for your dog?”
Every dog is unique—and so is every owner’s vision.
For some, that means calm leash walks and polite manners in public. For others, it’s off-leash reliability, advanced obedience, service dog training, or overcoming serious behavior challenges.
No matter the goal, my team and I are here to help you achieve it—and often exceed what you thought was possible.
Experience You Can Trust
Freedom K9 was founded in 2016 and is built on years of hands-on experience working with hundreds of dogs each year, across a wide range of breeds, temperaments, and training goals.
My background includes advanced work in:
- Pet obedience & real-world manners
- Behavior modification
- Service and working dogs
- Detection & scent work
- Search & rescue foundations
- Dog sports & performance training
Through ongoing mentorship, continuing education, and hands-on instruction, I train and guide the Freedom K9 team to ensure every client receives consistent, professional support—no matter which program they choose.
Professional Credentials & Certifications
Training & Certifications
- Certified Dog Trainer (CDT) – International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP)
- Dog Trainer Foundation Certified (DTFC) – IACP
- Certified PTSD Service Dog Trainer
- Obedience Dog Trainer Diploma – Penn Foster University
- Prospective Nose Work Instructor – National Association of Canine Scent Work (NACSW)
- Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI) – Do More With Your Dog!
- Canine First Aid & CPR Certified
American Kennel Club (AKC) Evaluator Roles
- AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator
- AKC Community Canine Evaluator
- AKC Urban CGC Evaluator
- AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Instructor
- AKC Trick Title Evaluator
- AKC Temperament Test Evaluator
- AKC Farm Dog Certified Judge
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member – International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP)
- Member – National Association of Canine Scent Work (NACSW)
Awards
- Siskiyou County Trainer of the Year – 2019
Meet the Freedom K9 Team
At Freedom K9, your dog isn’t trained by just one person—it’s supported by a collaborative team of professional trainers who share the same standards, methods, and commitment to results.
Each member of our team is personally trained and mentored under Kindle Aseltine to ensure consistency across all programs. While every trainer brings their own strengths and experience, all Freedom K9 trainers follow the same core philosophy: clear communication, fair training, and real-world reliability.
This team-based approach allows us to:
- Provide consistent training across all programs;
- Support dogs through different learning environments;
- Offer flexible scheduling without sacrificing quality;
- Ensure every dog receives professional, structured care.
When you work with Freedom K9, you’re not just hiring a trainer—you’re gaining a team invested in your dog’s long-term success.