🐾 About Us 🐾

Not Your Everyday K9s isn’t just a name — it’s a promise.

At NYEK9S, we believe dogs deserve more than the basics. They deserve purpose, enrichment, joy, and above all, understanding. Located in Essa Township and serving Barrie, Angus, Alliston, and surrounding communities, we’ve created a dog care space that prioritizes individuality, safety, and connection.

Whether your dog is joining us for daycare, boarding, training, grooming or any other service they’ll receive more than just supervision. They’ll experience personalized care rooted in relationship, respect, and play.

We know every dog is different and built ourselves on that factor. That’s why we take the time to get to know each one — their quirks, comforts, energy level, play style, and emotional needs. From the moment a dog enters our facility, they’re treated like family. Whether they’re bouncing through our daycare gates or arriving for an extended boarding stay, every dog is welcomed with kindness, patience, and the same level of care we give our own pets…

  • Our approach is rooted in positive reinforcement, emotional wellness, and relationship‑based care. We don’t just “watch dogs” — we connect with them. Our experienced team of handlers are trained in dog body language & behaviour, dog to dog communication, stress signs, and group play management to keep every interaction intentional and safe. Whether we’re facilitating a playgroup or reinforcing basic manners, every part of our day is designed to help your dog be their most authentic self. And while we take safety very seriously, we also believe in the power of joy. At NYEK9S, playtime is purposeful. Enrichment is daily. Affection is given. We create structure that builds confidence, and we fill our days with learning, love, and a whole lot of tail wags.

    With well over 15 years of hands‑on experience in the animal care world (including mentorship from top positive reinforcement trainers, behaviourists, and veterinary professionals) we’ve seen the transformative power of thoughtful, skilled dog care. We’ve helped anxious dogs gain confidence, energetic dogs learn to settle, and shy dogs discover new friendships.

    NYEK9S offers a full range of services, including:

    🐶 Safe, structured & enriching Dog Daycare

    🛏️ Compassionate & stress-free Overnight Boarding

    🎓 Relationship-based, results-driven Dog Training

    💛 Comfort-focused TLC Program for dogs who need one-on-one time, calm space away from group environments, seniors and shy dogs

    🚐 Pup-Taxi for convenient pick-up and drop-off

    🛁 Fear-free Grooming for a low-stress spa day

    🛒 Enrichment & training-focused Supplies in our curated shop

    But what matters most?
    Our clients tell us NYEK9S feels like a second home. That their dogs come back happier, calmer, and more fulfilled. That they feel seen, supported, and never judged — even when their dog needs extra time, help, or patience.

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Meet the team

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    Mallory Black

    Owner | Canine Nutrition Specialist

  • A woman wearing sunglasses and a gray hooded jacket crouches outdoors on a grassy lawn, smiling and leaning forward. A large, black, white, and tan dog is standing on her back, with its front paws on her shoulders. The dog is looking directly at the camera with its tongue out and appears happy. There are trees, a driveway, a parked car, and a wooden house in the background.

    Jocelyn Kopitoski

    Co‑owner | Certified Dog Trainer & Behaviouralist

    Certified KPA CTP • Fear Free Certified • 15+ Years hands-on & over 1000+ hours behavioural modification Experience.

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    Breanna Bigelli

    Sr. Dog Handler | Training Apprentice

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    MARVEL | CR Kharma Too

    CKC Reg. Leonberger | 5.5 years old

    Jocelyn’s Right Hand, Trick & Demo Dog

    Certificates/Accomplishments:

    RBEC Scent lvl 1 & lvl 2

  • BILLIE | CR Happier Than Ever

    CKC Reg. Leonberger | Under 1 year

    Therapy Dog (in training), Show Prospect, Co-own w/ Concordridge Leonbergers.

    Aspiring dock diver & disc dog - a border collie in a leonberger body.

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    Kristoffer Kopitoski

    Property Maintenance