Raleigh Dog Training

(919) 891-4574

Ellen Kirkland is a SIRIUS® Certified Puppy Development Specialist, Canine Behavior Consultant & Dog Trainer

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Helping dogs and their humans live their best lives

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Science-Based Training

At Raleigh Dog Training, we utilize balanced training techniques that are minimally aversive and rewards-based to teach your dog how to approach social situations in a calm, attentive, and polite manner. Our focus is preventing dangerous, destructive, or rude behaviors by emphasizing early socialization and training essential skills for a companion or family pet, such as coming when called, being still on command, impulse control, and good manners. We believe that training should be a pleasant experience for both dogs and their humans, and our methods reflect this philosophy. This commitment to positive training starts with breed selection, as a compatible breed aligns with your lifestyle (and we offer breed consultations at no charge). Early socialization, play dates, and our puppy sessions and classes are integral to a well adjusted dog -- early training and socialization helps to avoid the need for social remediation and behavior modification later in your dog's life. By investing the time upfront, you can prevent the need for costly behavior modification down the line.

About Raleigh Dog Training

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Science-Based Training Techniques

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Expert Dog Training Services

Science-Based Training Techniques

At Raleigh Dog Training, we advocate for a hands-on, gentle approach to socializing and training your new puppy, utilizing balanced training techniques. The period between 8 and 20 weeks is vital for fostering a solid, positive self-image and ensuring the development of a well-socialized adult dog. Our canine behavior consultancy offers individualized training plans tailored to your puppy's needs.

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Individualized Training Plans

We understand that every dog is unique, which is why we offer individualized training plans that utilize balanced training techniques tailored to meet the specific needs of each dog and their owner. Our canine behavior consultancy allows us to work closely with you to develop a training plan that works for you, your family, and your dog.

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Plans and Pricing

Join our weekly drop-in puppy sessions for just $20 per week! Designed for puppies aged 8 to 20 weeks, these sessions focus on socialization through play, fun learning games, and the beginnings of basic obedience. For dogs aged 5 months to 1 year, we emphasize basic obedience, engaging learning games, and group walks in a park setting. For those between 1 to 2 years, we offer more rigorous obedience training that builds on previously learned skills, featuring group walks and long-line work aimed at achieving reliable off-leash recall. We utilize balanced training techniques and provide individualized training plans to ensure that early socialization and training prevent reactivity and other issues later in life. Class offerings depend on interest, and locations may vary. For times and locations, please call, text, or email us at (919) 891-4574 or k9coachraleigh@gmail.com. Our canine behavior consultancy is here to support you every step of the way!

Group & Individual Training Session fees

5-months and older

Everybody's Favorite Package

$1,350

Experience comprehensive canine behavior consultancy with in-home observation, 3 private in-home sessions tailored to your needs, and 6 online coaching sessions. You will also receive unlimited drop-in group lessons for 1 year, all designed using balanced training techniques and individualized training plans.

One-on-One Heel Work and/or Off Leash Recall In High Distraction Areas

$245 Per Hour

In our 1 to 1.5-hour sessions, we utilize balanced training techniques to address common issues such as pulling on the leash and ensuring reliable recall. Additionally, these sessions can incorporate personalized activities like fetch or frisbee if desired, all tailored to your dog's needs through our canine behavior consultancy and individualized training plans.

Behavior Modification

$285 Per Hour

In-home or in high distraction environments, our canine behavior consultancy utilizes balanced training techniques to address issues like counter surfing, door rushing, and leash reactivity, creating individualized training plans tailored to your dog's specific needs.

Adventure Training

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Our extensive off-leash training utilizes balanced training techniques with a strong emphasis on developing reliable recall. We also prepare dogs to participate in various activities such as running alongside a bicycle, hiking, kayaking, riding on a side-by-side or four-wheeler, and boating. These sessions are tailored for dogs who do not display aggression, leash, or fear reactivity. If these issues are present, they can be addressed through our canine behavior consultancy and individualized training plans.

Science-based puppy classes that focus on social skills and basic obedience can help avoid the need for remediation and behavior modification later in life. By investing time in individualized training plans on the front end, you can prevent most canine behavior issues down the line.

Raleigh Dog Training