OUR Story

A Journey of Resilience, Loss, and New Beginnings

 

The story of Ultimate Precision K-9 began with a dog named Sam—a rescue who profoundly changed the lives of Ivan and Isaac. At just 14 years old, Ivan rescued Sam, a helpless puppy found in need of a home. Inspired by the loyal companion in I Am Legend, he named the dog Sam, unaware of the challenges and lessons that lay ahead.

 

As Sam grew, he developed severe reactivity and aggression toward both people and other dogs. Despite searching for help, no trainer had answers. Ivan was left with no choice but to take matters into his own hands. Determined to help Sam, he began studying dog behavior and training methods, fueled by love and desperation to give Sam a better life.

 

During this journey, Ivan met a woman who owned a ranch full of dogs. Recognizing his dedication, she offered him an opportunity to live and work on her ranch, surrounded by dogs and a wealth of knowledge. It was a turning point that set the stage for what would eventually become Ultimate Precision K-9.

 

A few years before COVID, Ivan called his best friend from high school, Isaac, to join him. At the time, Isaac was working at Pasta Sisters, but when Ivan shared the vision of helping dogs, Isaac took a leap of faith. He quit his job and moved to the ranch, embracing the unknown with unwavering trust in their shared mission.

 

Then the world changed. COVID hit, and like so many others, Ivan and Isaac faced unexpected challenges. Clients began pulling their dogs out of fear and uncertainty, and the ranch, once a safe haven for dogs, became unsustainable. With no income and no way to pay rent, they made the heartbreaking decision to relocate the rescues to Kentucky, leaving behind everything they had built.

 

Packing their belongings, they watched as every dog they had nurtured and loved was transported away. The bonds they had formed, the progress they had made—it was all gone. Left with only $10,000 between them, Ivan and Isaac made a bold decision. They used every last cent to buy a van, choosing to start again with nothing but their passion and determination.

 

At the time, they had only one or two clients paying $20 per session, but it was enough to keep their dream alive. Slowly, they began to rebuild. Through moments of doubt and uncertainty, their commitment to helping dogs and their owners never wavered.

 

Today, Ultimate Precision K-9 stands as a testament to resilience, patience, and unwavering dedication. Ivan and Isaac have transformed their struggles into a mission: to help misunderstood dogs and their owners build trust, confidence, and harmony. From their humble beginnings to the thriving business they run today, their story is proof that with time, love, and perseverance, anything is possible.