Having worked at this facility I can tell you that all the dogs that come in for board and train…read moreare not trained by certified trainers. What is more disheartening is the owner who is certified to train isn't there most of the time. So she's allowing the inmates to run the asylum. The group classes are run half assed. One training class I audited the trainer and the clients sat the whole time! How do they think training is happening by sitting! And the trainer was pontificating about nothing and eating the the cheese that was meant for the dogs. There was no education of how dogs learn, how many times you use a dog's name or how many times you issue commands. The poor people are NOT getting their moneys worth. Dog training should be taught by Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPTD). Unfortunately the owner of this facility has decided money is more important than doing right by the people and their dogs!

I signed my puppy up for Teamworks per the recommendation of a veterinary assistant when I brought…read morein my 10-week old puppy for her first check-up. I wanted an introductory training class that wasn't at PetSmart, so I tried it when Riley was about 16 weeks old. Riley and I did the 7-week Puppy Class (Positive Socialization and Introduction to Basic Manners) with Christie. There were four puppies total in the class, so I loved the attention we each received in our hour. Christie is a great trainer. She is very knowledgable and helped me get a new harness to walk Riley that would allow me to control her more. Of course, she is patient with the pups (and the humans). I wanted to continue bringing Riley to classes there (Puppy Agility, and Canine Good Citizen), but (1) you cannot miss a class and as the summer came, that became hard to schedule, (2) I moved to Durham, so I was no longer close to Capital Blvd., and (3) I started law school. I would recommend Teamworks to anyone. I attribute Riley's good manners and attention skills to her solid base training. I also gained confidence by training her, which was good!

Absolute jackpot! This is our 3rd attempt at getting a dog trainer that can help with our 60lb…read morerescue dog. She's been very fearful and timid which translates into a lot of behavioral issues. When we met with Tim, she calmed down and almost immediately transformed into the dog we knew she could be. Happy, confident, and listening. We are one consultation and one full appointment in and we couldn't be happier! Thank you, Tim, for helping us become the dog parents that our girl deserves!

If you are looking for an excellent dog trainer who really loves and understands dogs then Tim…read moreCrane is the best! I have a 1 1/2 year old Pit Mix who is a great dog but a bit neurotic. We struggled with walking him and it was very difficult and unpleasant since he pulled so much. With Tim's guidance, we were able to correct that early on in our four session package. Now, even my 84 year old mother can walk Asher with ease. I highly recommend The K9 Commander!

We sent our pit bull, Ollie, there and we are happy to report that he is now the best boy. We…read morerescued him from the shelter in 2018 and we quickly saw that we had some work to do. He pulled on the leash, barked at the door, and had bouts of aggression when he didn't get his way. I felt uneasy having guests over because I felt like I had no control over my dog. Basically, my dog owned me.. not vis versa. He did ~2 weeks of the board and train program at SMS Raleigh and even though we were nervous to send him away (it felt like forever!), we loved getting bi-weekly updates from his trainer and seeing his progress. Training Ollie will always be a work in progress but the biggest different we have seen is that HE LISTENS! Hallelujah. My friends come over and say they see a huge difference in him - he's calm, sweet, and charming. He is still a dog.. he does bark at the mailman, and sometimes pulls on the leash, but if we correct him, he is happy to obey. I also love the fact that we have free access to the group classes 2x a week and have the opportunity to continue training him. Overall, we are very happy with his progress and we are dedicated to continue training him with the SMS methods.

The training is nothing short of amazing. You and your dog will be happy with the results…read more No one was more apprehensive about going to an e-collar for my dog's training than I. Colby the owner explained it best to me when he said "It's not about punishment, it's about attention and boundaries. Dogs want to please their owners, so once you have their attention their instinct takes over and training becomes easier. The strides and response to this training are remarkable. So pleased with the results so far. I am happy and more importantly my dog is happy. We have only had 3 private whole day training sessions, and tonight we will attend our first group training. Looking forward to this as it can only help build on the foundation established in the private 3 lessons. The training is not inexpensive, however it cheaper than replacing carpet not to mention several pairs of shoes, baseboards ETC. I recommend sitting down with Colby or any of the other trainers and let them explain why this works. You won't have any regrets. Rick W

Taylor and King's K9 Kennel and Training are still awesome. Frankie is now two years old and goes…read moreand hangs out for board when I go on vacation. I trust Taylor with him, so she was the first person I thought of when I needed a place for him to stay during my move. He has now been with her a month and while it's killing me, I know he is safe and happy. She keeps me updated and sends pictures. :)

From the owner: Kings K9 offers personalized dog training tailored to your specific dog's needs. Ranging anywhere…read morefrom basic obedience and house manners to sport dogs and behavior modification. Kings K9 also offers group classes and overnight boarding.

this guy is amazing! the training he has given our German shepherd is phenomenal. The improvement…read morethat our German shepherd has made over the last couple of months is amazing. We would definitely recommend this trainer to everyone. Sam is definitely knowledgeable in the training of dogs.

From the owner: We provide a highly effective, human-canine, Transformation Process, that properly and uniquely…read moreaddresses specific needs, desired behaviors, and overall Enrichment & Fulfillment, of the lifelong Joy that Dogs bring us. We do this very Transparently and Collaboratively - with the owners involvement. We use browser based portals for VIDEO reviews, edits, narratives and "HOMEWORK" assignments, that are accessible 24/7, and add a higher level of specific pet intimacy, precise development, progress and a visible Transformation.

5 years ago, I got a Beagle for NC K9. He didn't fit as an FAA contraband detection dog but was…read moreeasily retrained as a diabetic detection dog. He has saved me more than once from a diabetic coma. His ability to bay when the fuityness of my breath indicates a blood sugar issue has yet to fail. NC K9 has evolved to the changes in our society but continues to offer the highest level of animal training in the region.

Wonderful experience with training my foster dog and helping me continue the training at home.read more

Worth every single penny. We started with Sally Said So in the fall with our 3 y/o rescued German…read moreShepard. I was convinced she was untrainable. She's a very stubborn dog and taking her for walks was an absolute miserable experience every time and constantly resulted in my tears. Dale was our trainer and he's a miracle worker. He has two GS himself; he knows what he is doing. Our dog took to him so quickly. It was amazing watching her listen to his commands. He was very encouraging to work with. He taught us how to speak to out dog, how to give a correction, how to praise her. By the 3rd appointment, I was feeling much more confident in taking her for walks, which was our #1 goal. The thing is you (the owners) have to be willing to put in the work. If you don't, don't bother. Sally Said So is training for the dog and the owner. Dale trained us and our dog is happier and more controlled because of him. Our dog prances on the leash now! We still have work to do but we know Dale is just a phone call/text message away and he's given us building blocks to continue forward and hopefully, eventually, have ourselves a canine good citizen. Thank you, Dale!

Jake has been amazing training our rambunctious Aussiedoodle and US to get to the level of…read moreobedience we need to all live together peacefully. It's made a world of difference and we couldn't be happier.

Dog Elite in Raleigh/Durham is amazing. I truly enjoy working with Cindy. She is an exceptional dog…read moretrainer and is very compassionate and empathetic toward both the owner and the dog. She travels over an hour to come to my home to provide specialized assistance, as my poodle is training to be a service dog. As a veteran, I appreciate the tailored services that Cindy offers. My dog, Bruno, and I look forward to seeing, talking with, and learning from her each week. The group classes every Saturday are fantastic, and I enjoy connecting and interacting with fellow veterans and their families, as well as the general public. It can be very challenging to find a good trainer for you and your dog, but if you have the opportunity to be trained by Cindy and her team, you will receive wonderful services and have a blessed experience

From the owner: We are a professional, family-owned dog training company with over 40 years of experience that…read morespecializes in strengthening the bond between your dog and your family, with a strong emphasis on teaching your dog the highest level of obedience, despite even the toughest level of distractions. Our unique in-home dog training model is designed to teach owners how to train their dog alongside a professional dog trainer in their home environment as well as in small group settings. We strongly believe that the key to sustained obedience is to empower owners to be an integral part of the training experience. Once you begin the training process with us, you become a part of the DTE family. Contact us for a free in-home evaluation.