Carolina Dog Training, LLC

Carolina Dog Training offers a 14-day Board & Train program where dogs live with Elaine and her pack in her Cary home, learning obedience skills like heel, come, place, and leave-it on and off-leash. Training occurs in real-world environments with distractions. The program includes three private follow-up sessions for owners to learn maintenance techniques. Private training sessions focus on real-life distractions at home and outdoors. Loose Leash Walks is a one-session program with a follow-up. The Shadow Program allows aspiring trainers to observe Elaine daily, and the Train-the-Trainer Program offers hands-on instruction for professionals. All programs emphasize leadership, communication, and sustainable behavior change.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed. Services include a 14-day Board & Train program with private sessions, remote collar equipment included, and phone consultations priced at $45. Private training and other programs are available but require direct inquiry for rates.

Policies

No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated on the website. Clients are encouraged to contact Elaine directly for inquiries regarding program changes or support.

Carolina Dog Training, LLC, founded in 2006, is a dog training business led by master trainer Elaine, who trains both dogs and their owners to create balanced, well-mannered companions. The business specializes in transforming challenging dog-owner dynamics into fulfilling, harmonious relationships through pack leadership principles. Elaine emphasizes changing how dogs perceive their humans as confident, calm leaders to ensure lasting behavioral change. Services include board-and-train programs where dogs live with Elaine and her pack in a home environment, private in-person training, loose leash walking sessions, and a shadow program for aspiring trainers. Training occurs in real-world settings like parks, neighborhoods, and shops to ensure skills generalize. Clients receive unlimited lifetime support and graduate into group classes and pack walks. Elaine personally trains every dog and owner—no assistants are used. The business also offers remote collar training for off-leash reliability and provides resources on topics like crate use, summer safety, and behavior maintenance.

Carolina Dog Training serves the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill triangle and surrounding areas including Cary, Apex, Holly Springs, and more. Their programs are designed for dogs of all ages and types, addressing issues like reactivity, leash pulling, jumping, barking, separation anxiety, and poor recall. The business is not a franchise and prides itself on individualized, hands-on training rooted in leadership and communication.

Additional services include a Train-the-Trainer Program for professionals and phone consultations. All training is conducted in a safe, loving environment focused on building trust and cooperation between dogs and their humans.

Accomplishments

Elaine is a master trainer with training from Cesar Millan. She has been operating Carolina Dog Training since 2006 and is recognized locally as the region’s elite dog trainer. Her methods are based on pack leadership and have produced consistent, long-term results for hundreds of clients.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can begin by scheduling a phone consultation for $45 or contacting Elaine directly to discuss their dog’s needs. Board & Train programs and private training require direct communication to arrange intake and scheduling. No online booking system is available.