Andrea’s K9 Coaching

Training begins with an intake assessment to determine the dog’s needs and owner goals. Programs include puppy foundations (sit, stay, heel, manners), behavior modification for reactivity or fear, obedience in distractions, off-leash control, and socialization to people, dogs, vehicles, and environments. Board and train programs are intensive boot camps with reintegration coaching for owners. Facilitated training occurs at their 10-acre facility with personalized, progressive sessions. Adventure training is customized for outdoor activities like camping or hiking. All programs emphasize owner education and consistency.

Pricing Summary

Hourly training and packages available; puppy training and hourly sessions include travel fees. Board and train programs range from $3,000 for 2 weeks to $7,000 for 6 weeks. Facilitated training is hourly rate-based. Room and board and day care are offered with limited availability. Adventure training requires custom pricing by phone.

Policies

Travel fees apply to in-home services. Board and train programs require advance reservation due to limited space. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated on the website.

Andrea’s K9 Coaching is a boutique dog training business based in Pendleton, SC, focused on building stronger relationships between dog owners and their K9 companions through structure, boundaries, and consistent leadership. Unlike trainers who focus solely on obedience commands, Andrea educates owners on the unintentional behaviors they may be reinforcing and helps them become confident, clear leaders. Services include puppy training, hourly in-home sessions, board and train programs, facilitated one-on-one training at their 10-acre facility, adventure training for active lifestyles, room and board, and day care. Training emphasizes real-life application, socialization to environments and distractions, and long-term behavior change. The program is designed for owners who want more than basic commands—they seek a deep, respectful bond with a well-mannered dog. Training is tailored to each dog’s needs, from reactive or fearful dogs to high-energy breeds, and includes reintegration support after board and train programs to ensure lasting results.

Andrea brings over 25 years of experience in animal behavior and human coaching, having previously worked as a college professor. Her approach, born from personal experiences with her own dogs, centers on the idea that balanced owners create balanced dogs. She offers resources like articles on puppy selection, furniture rules, and socialization to help owners make informed decisions. Clients report dramatic improvements in their dogs’ behavior, confidence, and responsiveness after working with her.

Accomplishments

Andrea holds certifications in Canine Good Citizen (AKC), Trick Dog (AKC), and STAR Puppy (AKC). She is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals and has over 25 years of experience in dog training and human coaching. Her unique methodology, “Better People, Happier Dogs,” was developed after observing the link between owner emotional balance and dog behavior.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with an intake form on the website to assess needs. After submission, a team member contacts the owner to discuss goals and schedule the first session or program enrollment.