Bold City K9

Bold City K9 offers intensive board & train programs where dogs live with trainers for 4–8 weeks in a home setting, learning real-world obedience, impulse control, and behavior modification. Training includes daily field trips for generalization. Upon return, owners receive unlimited lifetime private coaching sessions to maintain results. Puppy programs are structured in stages with lifelong follow-up. Private in-home lessons focus on specific issues and are tailored to the household environment. All programs emphasize functional skills for everyday life, not just theory.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed; financing options are available. Board & train programs include lifetime private coaching, e-collar, leash, and long line. All programs are customized based on dog’s needs and owner goals.

Policies

Programs include a lifetime guarantee on training outcomes. Unlimited private coaching is provided for the life of the dog. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated, but clients are encouraged to communicate directly with trainers for adjustments.

Bold City K9 is a professional dog training business based in Jacksonville, FL, specializing in ethical, science-based training methods that create lasting behavioral changes. They offer immersive board & train programs where dogs live in the trainer’s home to learn real-world skills in a calm, structured environment, followed by lifetime private coaching for owners. Their services include puppy training, private in-home lessons, and board & train programs designed to address issues like leash pulling, reactivity, jumping, barking, separation anxiety, and poor recall. Trainers use balanced methods including positive reinforcement and appropriate corrections, with tools like e-collars, prong collars, and slip leads for effective communication. They emphasize generalization through community field trips and provide all necessary equipment (e-collar, leash, long line) included in programs. With over 10 years of experience and a 99% success rate, they serve families across North Florida and pride themselves on personalized, results-driven training that transforms both dogs and owner-dog relationships.

Their team includes certified trainers with backgrounds in working dog handling, veterinary care, and advanced education from institutions like Starmark Academy, Penn Vet Working Dog Center, and Michael Ellis School for Dog Trainers. They also offer free training resources and regularly update clients with photos, videos, and progress reports during board & train programs.

Bold City K9 stands out with a lifetime guarantee on training, unlimited follow-up coaching, and a strong focus on building trust, respect, and mental fulfillment for dogs through purposeful energy outlets and consistent structure.

Accomplishments

Trainers have over 2500 hours of formal education combined. Founder Courtney Bentley is a former TSA 3PK9 Certified Explosives Detection Canine Handler and holds certifications in Canine First Aid. Gavin Boomer is UPWDA certified and has trained dogs for NFL games and major events. Brittni Wenger completed an apprenticeship under Courtney and is Canine CPR Certified. Trainers are educated through Starmark Academy, Penn Vet Working Dog Center, Michael Ellis School for Dog Trainers, and K9 Lifeline. They have trained 1000+ dogs with a 99% success rate.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can start by contacting Bold City K9 for a free consultation. They can schedule a call or visit the website to learn more about programs and determine the best fit for their dog’s needs. Board & train and private lesson options are discussed during the consultation.