Legend Acres - Dog and Horse Training Solutions - Surprise, AZ
At Legend Acres Dog and Horse Solutions, we pride ourselves on being an award-winning, veteran-owned business delivering exceptional pet services across the United States. With over a decade of experience, we are dedicated to providing affordable, kind, and evidence-based training solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of your beloved pets. Our comprehensive services include private in-home sessions, engaging group classes, and board and train dog training programs. We specialize in behavior modification, trick classes, therapy and service dog training, and even offer live interactive online sessions for your convenience. Our team of professionals is committed to helping pets of all ages and breeds thrive.
Our credentials speak for themselves, establishing our credibility as a trusted pet service provider. We are American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluators (AKC CGC), American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified, and Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainers (ABCDT), to name just a few. Our team also includes Certified Veterinary Technicians and CHA Certified Riding Instructors. We are bonded, insured, and actively participate in esteemed organizations such as the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and the Pet Professional Guild (PPG). Whether you're seeking dog obedience training, canine fitness, or equine structural therapy, our certified experts are here to ensure exceptional care and results.
We understand that life can be unpredictable, which is why we offer flexible mobile services to accommodate your busy schedule. Our commitment to excellence and personalized care has earned us the trust of countless pet parents. Registration is now open for both online and in-person group classes, offering a variety of packages to fit any budget. Ready to get started? Book us through Petworks today and experience the unparalleled service that Legend Acres is known for!
- Licensed
- Certified
- Bonded
- Insured
- BBB Accredited
- Online Sessions
Pricing Packages
Schedule a Phone Call to learn more about Legend Acres Services and how we can help you with your dog or horse training needs!!! Make sure you have your phone on at the time of your scheduled call as one of our team admins will be calling you at the number that you provided.
Our tailored 1.5-hour Behavioral Sessions offer personalized solutions for dogs exhibiting resource guarding, fearful, reactive, or excitable behaviors, including those stemming from trauma or anxiety. Led by experienced trainers, these sessions are available both virtually and in-person, providing flexibility and accessibility. Through a holistic approach, we delve into the root causes of your dog's behavior and implement practical techniques to foster positive change. Whether your dog struggles with resource guarding, fearfulness, reactivity, or excessive excitability, our sessions are designed to empower both you and your furry friend towards a happier, more balanced life.
Join us for our comprehensive Legend Acres Fundamentals Course, a 6-week program that seamlessly blends basic obedience training with targeted behavioral solutions. Whether you're a new pet parent looking to establish a strong foundation or seeking to address specific behavior challenges, this course offers a holistic approach to canine training. Led by experienced trainers, sessions are available both virtually and in-person, providing flexibility to suit your schedule and preferences. Throughout the course, you'll learn essential obedience commands while also tackling issues such as resource guarding, fearfulness, reactivity, and excitable behaviors. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and techniques needed to foster a harmonious relationship with your canine companion and overcome behavioral obstacles. Join us on this transformative journey towards a happier, well-balanced life for you and your dog.
How do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- K9 Training
- Service Dog Training
- Private Dog Training
- Dog Behaviorist
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Head Collar
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Muzzle
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Detection Dog Training
- Dog Agility Training
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Therapy Training
- Pet Behavior Modification
- Service Dog Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
- Horses
What licensing do you have?
- Business License
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
- American Kennel Club Temperament Test (ATT) Certified
- American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified
- Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT)
- Balanced Equine Structural Therapy Certified (BEST)
- Certificate in Canine Studies (CCS)
- Certified Canine Fitness Trainer (CCFT)
- Certified Integrative Aromatherapist
- Certified Nose Work Instructor (CNWI)
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
- CHA Certified Riding Instructor
- Fear Free Certified Professional
- FitPaws Master Trainer (FP-MT)
- The Family Dog Private Trainer Certified
Proud member of...
- American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
- Animal Behavior Society (ABS)
- Pet Professional Guild (PPG)
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Education
Kristi May MS, CVPM, LVMT, BSA, AHT, ABCDT, CHA Cert Riding Lesson Instructor, CHA EFM, Cert Equine Nutrition, Cert Animal Cognitive Behavior, AKC Fit Instructor, AKC Evaluator, Pet Partners Therapy Evaluator and Instructor, PPG Professional Instructor
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Throughout the Unites States via online consultations, and locally Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, Fountain Hills, Litchfield Park, El Mirage Arizona
What year did you begin serving pets?
2010
How did you hone your craft?
Education and over 15 years of application starting with Clinical Applications to teaching classes.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Work with the pet you have in front of you not the one you used to have or want to have.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I have a passion for education and pets and this is how I make an impact in animal welfare.
SERVICE AREA: Any distance, including Throughout the Unites States via online consultations, and locally Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, Fountain Hills, Litchfield Park, El Mirage Arizona
Distinction
Customer Reviews
I am so grateful for Legend Acres. I rescued a 6 week old puppy and she's been training since she's 10 weeks old. Started in home training then moved to group training. My puppy is now turning 10 months old and is such a loving well behaved puppy. I learned so much about how to train my pup and myself. Their fear free force free approach is such a great way of training. I will recommend Legend Acres and Kristi May to anyone I know who needs a dog trainer. - Surprise, Arizona
- Rebecca RIf you need a good professional dog trainer, Legend Acres is the place. I adopted a male 6 year old German Shepherd and he is my first dog. I didn't have any knowledge about dog but my dog is a really difficult dog for the entry level dog handler for his rough past. I started working with Kristi for 7 months now. I just followed her curriculum and advice. I also sometime fascinated Dog trainer youtuber like dog daddy... Well She is the professional and give a realistic and suitable training tools. My dog changed a lot. Even my neighbors ask me how I trained him. - Surprise, AZ
- Heysun YLegend acres! Kirsti is so good she understands. Our dog knows how to train us to work with her. She has improved so much in six weeks. I’m so grateful. I highly recommend them.
- Loretta VLegend Acres training is so effective, and has made an incredible difference in my dog, and in my relationship with my dog. It has been a game changer in our lives, and I will be forever grateful. Kristi’s unique background and experience makes her training work wonders.
- Elizabeth JHow do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- K9 Training
- Service Dog Training
- Private Dog Training
- Dog Behaviorist
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Head Collar
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Muzzle
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Detection Dog Training
- Dog Agility Training
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Therapy Training
- Pet Behavior Modification
- Service Dog Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
- Horses
What licensing do you have?
- Business License
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
- American Kennel Club Temperament Test (ATT) Certified
- American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified
- Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT)
- Balanced Equine Structural Therapy Certified (BEST)
- Certificate in Canine Studies (CCS)
- Certified Canine Fitness Trainer (CCFT)
- Certified Integrative Aromatherapist
- Certified Nose Work Instructor (CNWI)
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
- CHA Certified Riding Instructor
- Fear Free Certified Professional
- FitPaws Master Trainer (FP-MT)
- The Family Dog Private Trainer Certified
Proud member of...
- American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
- Animal Behavior Society (ABS)
- Pet Professional Guild (PPG)
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Education
Kristi May MS, CVPM, LVMT, BSA, AHT, ABCDT, CHA Cert Riding Lesson Instructor, CHA EFM, Cert Equine Nutrition, Cert Animal Cognitive Behavior, AKC Fit Instructor, AKC Evaluator, Pet Partners Therapy Evaluator and Instructor, PPG Professional Instructor
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Throughout the Unites States via online consultations, and locally Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, Fountain Hills, Litchfield Park, El Mirage Arizona
What year did you begin serving pets?
2010
How did you hone your craft?
Education and over 15 years of application starting with Clinical Applications to teaching classes.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Work with the pet you have in front of you not the one you used to have or want to have.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I have a passion for education and pets and this is how I make an impact in animal welfare.
Customer Reviews
I am so grateful for Legend Acres. I rescued a 6 week old puppy and she's been training since she's 10 weeks old. Started in home training then moved to group training. My puppy is now turning 10 months old and is such a loving well behaved puppy. I learned so much about how to train my pup and myself. Their fear free force free approach is such a great way of training. I will recommend Legend Acres and Kristi May to anyone I know who needs a dog trainer. - Surprise, Arizona
- Rebecca RIf you need a good professional dog trainer, Legend Acres is the place. I adopted a male 6 year old German Shepherd and he is my first dog. I didn't have any knowledge about dog but my dog is a really difficult dog for the entry level dog handler for his rough past. I started working with Kristi for 7 months now. I just followed her curriculum and advice. I also sometime fascinated Dog trainer youtuber like dog daddy... Well She is the professional and give a realistic and suitable training tools. My dog changed a lot. Even my neighbors ask me how I trained him. - Surprise, AZ
- Heysun YLegend acres! Kirsti is so good she understands. Our dog knows how to train us to work with her. She has improved so much in six weeks. I’m so grateful. I highly recommend them.
- Loretta VLegend Acres training is so effective, and has made an incredible difference in my dog, and in my relationship with my dog. It has been a game changer in our lives, and I will be forever grateful. Kristi’s unique background and experience makes her training work wonders.
- Elizabeth J🦔 About Kristi May — Certified Dog Trainer in Surprise, Arizona
Kristi May is a certified dog trainer serving Surprise, Maricopa County, and surrounding areas including Phoenix, Glendale, Peoria, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Avondale, Goodyear, dedicated to helping dogs and their families build lasting, trusting relationships. Using positive, science-based methods tailored to each dog's age, temperament, and specific challenges, Kristi makes training effective, enjoyable, and built to last.
❤️ The best dog trainers don't just train dogs — they teach you how to communicate with yours. Kristi brings that philosophy to every session, working alongside you and your dog to build trust, consistency, and real, lasting results.
What Kristi Can Help With
Obedience & manners — reliable commands and respectful behavior at home and in public. Leash & walking confidence — ending pulling, lunging, and stress on walks. Behavior modification — addressing reactivity, anxiety, fear, and aggression. New dog foundations — building good habits and confidence from the start.
Why Book Kristi on PetWorks?
Verified, certified professional with credentials you can trust. Personalized one-on-one sessions — in-home, mobile, or on-site. Force-free, positive reinforcement methods that are humane and proven. A judgment-free approach focused on the wellbeing of both you and your dog. Backed by real reviews from pet parents across Maricopa County and Phoenix, Glendale, Peoria, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Avondale, Goodyear.
How Booking Kristi on PetWorks Works
Booking Kristi is secure and straightforward.
Review Services: Browse Kristi's training packages and services listed on this page and choose the one that fits your dog's needs.
Click "Book Now" or "Request Quote": If you see a package that fits, you can book directly. If your situation is unique or you'd like to discuss your dog's specific challenges first, click "Request Quote" to start a conversation with Kristi.
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PetWorks Care Coverage: Every booking includes PetWorks Care Coverage, giving you peace of mind and access to our dedicated concierge team if you ever need support.
Connect & Schedule: Once your booking is initiated, you'll use the PetWorks Inbox to coordinate the best time and location for your session and share any details about your dog that will help Kristi prepare.
Ready to get started? Browse Kristi's verified reviews, compare credentials, and book confidently on PetWorks — serving Surprise, AZ and the surrounding Maricopa County area.
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