Carolina Canine Consulting

The core program is a comprehensive three-week board and train. Dogs stay on a private 30-acre property. Training starts with gentle leash guidance, treats, and praise for commands like sit, down, heel, come, place, and kennel. Low-level e-collar stimulation is introduced once leash pressure is understood.

Week two increases distraction levels and duration expectations. Week three focuses on proficient execution under high distraction, both on and off-leash. Owners receive a private YouTube link for progress videos. The program concludes with expert coaching sessions for owners, including public outings, to ensure a smooth transition and confidence in various situations. Lifetime support is provided.

Pricing Summary

The total cost of the program is $3500. A non-refundable $500 training deposit is required to schedule. A $500 discount is offered for additional dogs enrolled at the same time. Payment methods include Venmo, Zelle, or check.

Policies

A non-refundable $500 training deposit is required to secure a spot on the training schedule. Clients are responsible for veterinary or other care expenses for their pet during its stay if deemed necessary. Carolina Canine Consulting is not liable for injury or illness to pets during their stay.

Carolina Canine Consulting is a dog training business founded by Patrick Salerno and Rebekah Croft, who have 40 years of combined experience. They specialize in a comprehensive three-week board and train program where dogs stay on their private 30-acre property. Their training approach combines science and art to ensure results-driven training, focusing on clear communication between dogs and owners both at home and in public.

They aim to build a solid on and off-leash obedience foundation, teaching commands such as sit, down, come, heel, place, and kennel. The program also addresses common behavioral issues like leash pulling, barking/lunging, and jumping. Clients receive a leash, place bed, e-collar, long line, extensive coaching, and lifetime support.

Accomplishments

The business was founded by Patrick Salerno and Rebekah Croft, who collectively have 40 years of dog training experience. Patrick is a Citadel graduate with a degree in Criminal Justice and Spanish. He completed Vohne Liche Kennel’s professional K9 handler course and worked for the US government with an explosives detection K9. He has apprenticed and attended seminars under various trainers and has titled dogs in PSA, Mondioring, and NADF.

Rebekah is a Lander University graduate with a Psychology degree. She owned a pet care business, Better Than Boarding, LLC, completed several dog training internships, and graduated PetSmart’s Dog Trainer Certification course. She has fostered/rehabilitated over 70 rescue dogs, volunteered at The Humane Society, and worked at a county shelter. She actively competes in sports and has titled dogs in agility, rally, PSA, and French Ring.

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients must fill out an evaluation form detailing their dog’s information, goals, and behavioral issues. Carolina Canine Consulting reviews this information to determine if the dog is a good candidate for their program and then contacts the client. If the dog is a good fit, a non-refundable $500 training deposit is submitted via Venmo, Zelle, or check to secure a spot on the schedule.

Prior to the start date, a pick-up time is arranged, and clients must have three weeks of food, any medications, and the remaining payment ready.