Dog Training Programs in Wilmington, NC
Congratulations on taking the first step toward a happier, healthier life with your dog. Even talking to a professional trainer about your goals is progress, and the commitment you are about to make will be one of the best investments you ever put into your dog's quality of life, and your own.
Every Summit Kennels program is custom tailored to your dog's temperament, drive and history, and to the goals you actually care about. Whether you need a reactive dog you can walk down the Riverwalk, a puppy who starts life with structure, or off-leash reliability you can trust at Wrightsville Beach, one of the programs below will be the right fit. If you are not sure which, that is exactly what the free evaluation is for.
Training Programs
Compare Our Programs at a Glance
Basic Obedience Board & Train
Board & train
3 weeks min.
Dogs over a year old needing reliable obedience and real-world manners
$3,500 - $4,500
Puppy Training
Board & train
3 weeks
Puppies 4-12 months starting out right
$3,500 - $4,500
Puppy Pack Program
Two-stage board & train
2 sessions
Owners who want the highest ceiling for their puppy
$4,500
Behavior Modification
Board & train
3 weeks min.
Aggression, reactivity, anxiety, bite history
$3,800 - $4,800
Private Lesson Bundle
In-home lessons
6 lessons
Owners who want to do the work themselves, at home
$1,600
Stay & Train
Boarding + training
Per day
Past clients travelling who want training kept sharp
$100/day
Summit Pack Lifetime Training
Add-on
Lifetime
Anyone serious about keeping the results
$2,500
Included with Every Board & Train Program
- A minimum of two follow-on private lessons with your assigned canine specialist (three with the Puppy Pack)
- Our training equipment bundle, valued at over $400, everything you need to hold the standard at home
- A written summary of what your dog knows, how it was taught and how to maintain it
- Direct access to your trainer for questions after your dog goes home
- The option to add Summit Pack Lifetime Training at any point, before, during or after your program
How Our Programs Work
1
Free Evaluation
We talk through your dog's history, watch how they move and respond, and give you an honest read on what the training will take. If a cheaper program will get you where you want to go, we will tell you that.
2
A Plan Built for Your Dog
Temperament, drive and learning style decide the methods, not a company script. That is why two dogs in the same three-week program can be trained two very different ways.
3
Training in a Home Environment
Your dog lives with a professional trainer while getting training, structure, exercise, socialization and real-world exposure every day, and then progressing to the places you want to take your dog in real life.
4
The Handover
A trained dog going home to an untrained owner falls apart within a month. That is why owner instruction is built into every program and why we work and communicate with you through the entire program and long after.
Which Program Is Right for My Dog?
- You want fast, comprehensive results and the training done properly the first time, Basic Obedience Board & Train.
- Your puppy is between four and twelve months and you want to prevent problems instead of fixing them, Puppy Training, or the Puppy Pack for the highest ceiling.
- Your dog lunges, growls, guards, panics, has bitten or needs help navigating the world, Behavior Modification.
- You want to be the one doing the training, on your own with guidance along the way, the Private Lesson Bundle.
- You trained with us already and you are heading out of town, Stay & Train.
Still not sure? Your trainer will discuss your needs and help you choose. That conversation costs nothing.
Discounts and Payment Options
- 10% discount for active-duty military and first responders on board & train programs
- Multi-dog discount available across all training options
- Financing available through Afterpay, plus flexible payment plans arranged directly with us
- Invoicing handled through Square, clean, itemised and trackable
We are always happy to tailor your training plan, however all sales are final.
FAQ
01 Which program should I choose?
That is what the free evaluation decides. As a rough guide: board & train for fast, comprehensive results or serious behavior issues, private lessons if you want to do the work yourself, and the puppy programs if your dog is between four and twelve months. We will recommend honestly, including when the cheaper option is the right one.
02 How much does dog training cost?
Board & train runs $3,500 to $4,500, behavior modification $3,800 to $4,800, the Puppy Pack $4,500, the six-lesson private bundle $1,600 and Stay & Train $100 per day. Where your dog falls in each range is confirmed at the evaluation.
03 Why is there a price range instead of one price?
Because the dog decides the work. A nine-month-old who simply needs structure and a four-year-old with a bite history are not the same three weeks. We give you the exact figure after we have actually evaluated the situation, not before.
04 Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Financing through Afterpay, plus flexible payment options arranged directly with us. Active-duty military and first responders get 10% off board & train programs, and a multi-dog discount applies across all options.
05 How far in advance do I need to book?
Summer is peak season for training and holidays fill first for Stay & Trains, so the earlier the better. Contact us to schedule your training seat!
06 What is included in every program?
Every board & train includes a minimum of two follow-on private lessons, three with the Puppy Pack, and our training equipment bundle valued at over $400. The private lesson bundle includes the equipment bundle too.
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Contact Us for Your Dog's Free Customized Program
Summit Kennels empowers you to become more than just a pet owner. Start your training journey here, your dog will thank you.