Next Level Canine Academy was founded by Cheri Laviletta with the goal of helping people build better communication, stronger relationships, and successful partnerships with their dogs.
Together with trainer Nancy Hendricks, Next Level Canine Academy provides experienced instruction focused on communication, confidence, teamwork, and individual attention.
Built on Experience. Focused on Partnership.
ABOUT NEXT LEVEL CANINE ACADEMY
At Next Level Canine Academy, our mission is to help dogs and their handlers build strong, successful partnerships through clear communication, effective training, and teamwork.
We teach a progressive series of skills that provide a solid foundation for everyday life and continued advancement. Whether your goal is to enjoy a well-trained companion or to compete and earn titles in AKC and other canine events, we strive to provide the knowledge, skills, and support needed to succeed.
We believe training should strengthen the bond between dogs and their people while encouraging safe, humane, and respectful relationships. A well-trained dog is a joy to live with, and a strong partnership can help dogs remain happy and successful members of their families.
We welcome dogs of all ages, breeds, and mixed breeds, as well as handlers of all experience levels - from beginners starting their training journey to experienced competitors.
Training That Strengthens the Partnership
OUR MISSION
Train. Communicate. Succeed.
Cheri and Nancy bring decades of training, competition, teaching, and judging experience to Next Level Canine Academy.
Experience You Can Learn From
MEET THE TRAINERS
Cheri Leviletta
Founder and Trainer
Cheri is dedicated to helping dogs and their handlers become confident, successful teams. She actively competes with her dogs and has earned numerous titles with them. Her experience as a competitor gives her an understanding of the teamwork, communication, and dedication needed to reach training and competition goals.
Her focus is on creating a welcoming and supportive training environment where each dog-and-handler team receives the individual attention they need to progress. Cheri believes successful training is about more than teaching skills. It is about developing communication, trust, and teamwork between people and their dogs.
AKC Qualifications
AKC Farm Dog Judge
AKC Fetch Judge
AKC Evaluator for Canine Good Citizen programs
AKC STAR Puppy Evaluator
AKC Temperament Test Evaluator
TRAINER
Nancy Hendricks
Nancy brings more than 50 years of experience competing with dogs and more than 40 years of experience teaching dog-and-handler teams. Throughout the years, Nancy has worked with a wide variety of breeds, including German Shepherds, Doberman Pinschers, Bernese Mountain Dogs, Belgian Malinois, and numerous mixed breeds. She has earned titles with numerous dogs in Conformation, Obedience, Rally, and Scent Work.
As both an experienced competitor and instructor, Nancy has helped many students develop their skills and successfully earn titles with their own dogs. Over the past four decades, Nancy has taught Conformation, Obedience, Rally, and Scent Work, helping many students successfully train and title their dogs.
AKC Qualifications
AKC Farm Dog Judge
AKC Fetch Judge
AKC Evaluator for Canine Good Citizen programs
AKC STAR Puppy Evaluator
Together, Cheri and Nancy are committed to providing small classes, individual attention, and instruction for all experience levels, from beginners to experienced competitors. At Next Level Canine Academy, we want every team to have the opportunity to take their training to the next level.
Training for Every Team
COMMUNICATION
Helping dogs and handlers understand one another more clearly.
Building respectful relationships that support learning and confidence.
TRUST
TEAMWORK
Developing skills that help dogs and their people succeed together.
Train. Communicate. Succeed.
Find the Training Path That Fits Your Goals
READY TO GET STARTED?
Tell us a little about you and your dog, and we’ll help you take the next step.