Bold City K9 Atlanta

Board & train programs involve dogs living in the trainer’s home for immersive, real-life training with daily field trips to generalize skills. Programs include unlimited lifetime private coaching for owners. Puppy programs are structured in stages with lifetime follow-up lessons. In-home private lessons focus on behavior modification and obedience. Training emphasizes calm structure, emotional regulation, and purposeful energy outlets. All programs include crate, house, and potty training, and address issues like barking, pulling, jumping, and recall.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed. Financing options are available. All board & train programs include lifetime private coaching and equipment (ECOLLAR, leash, long line). Custom programs are offered based on individual needs.

Bold City K9 is a veteran-owned dog training business serving North Florida with over 10 years of experience. They specialize in immersive board & train programs where dogs live in the trainer’s home to learn real-world skills in a calm, structured environment. Their programs include unlimited lifetime private coaching for owners to maintain results. They also offer puppy training, in-home private lessons, and free training resources. Their methods are balanced, using positive reinforcement alongside appropriate corrections and tools like e-collars, prong collars, and slip leads. They focus on functional obedience, behavior modification, and emotional regulation through field trips and real-life generalization. All programs include equipment like ECOLLAR, leash, and long line. They train dogs of all ages and address issues like leash pulling, barking, jumping, separation anxiety, reactivity, and recall. Their trainers hold certifications in canine behavior, first aid, and explosives detection, and have trained over 1,000 dogs with a 99% success rate.

They emphasize ethical, science-based training that builds trust and respect, aiming to create well-behaved, fulfilled dogs that thrive in family life. Training begins the moment a puppy arrives home, and they offer custom programs tailored to individual goals. They also provide educational content on puppy socialization and raising puppies through the first six months.

Accomplishments

Trained over 1,000 dogs with a 99% success rate. Trainers hold certifications from Starmark Academy, Michael Ellis School for Dog Trainers, Penn Vet Working Dog Center, and K9 Lifeline. Courtney Bentley has 2,500+ hours of formal education and is a former TSA 3PK9 Certified Explosives Detection Canine Handler. Gavin Boomer is UPWDA certified and has worked high-profile events including Coachella and NFL games. Brittni Wenger completed an apprenticeship under Courtney and is Canine CPR Certified. All trainers are Canine First Aid Certified and regularly attend advanced seminars.

How to Get Started!

Owners can begin by contacting Bold City K9 to schedule a free consultation. They can also explore their website for program details and sign up via the “Help me and my dog be awesome!” or “Help Me Raise My Best Friend!” buttons on the site.