Colonial Canine LLC – Elizabeth City

Colonial Canine offers private one-on-one training sessions tailored to individual dog needs, with options for in-home or facility-based sessions. Group classes include 6-week AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy (for dogs under 1 year) and Canine Good Citizen Prep (for dogs 9 months+), both capped at 8 teams with weekly sessions. Board & train programs include Bark to Basics (2-week foundational manners) and Colonial Canine Commando’s (28-week intensive behavior modification), each including post-boarding follow-up sessions. Train & Play is a daycare add-on offering 1-hour structured training during the day. All programs require a free initial consultation before enrollment.

Pricing Summary

Private training is $60/hour with free travel within 30 minutes; $20 fee for 31–50 minutes. Board & train: Bark to Basics at $80/day (2-week minimum), Colonial Canine Commando’s at $105/day (28-day minimum). S.T.A.R. Puppy class is $250 for 6 weeks. CGC Prep class is $300 for 6 weeks. Train & Play daycare add-on is $25/day. Travel over 50 minutes requires prior discussion. Prices may increase for severe aggression or dogs over 100 lbs.

Policies

All services require appointments; no walk-ins. All board & train programs require a consultation, plan of action, and signed training agreement. S.T.A.R. Puppy and CGC classes require attendance at all 6 sessions, with one makeup class allowed per student. No harsh corrections permitted; dogs displaying aggression toward people or other dogs are dismissed from classes. Travel fees apply beyond 30 minutes; distances over 50 minutes require prior approval.

Colonial Canine LLC is a dog boarding, daycare, and behavioral training facility located in Elizabeth City, NC, specializing in socialization and behavior modification for dogs with aggression, anxiety, fearfulness, and reactivity issues. They do not offer basic obedience training outside of their AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine Good Citizen classes. Their training approach is individualized, with one-on-one private sessions and customized board-and-train programs tailored to each dog’s needs. They offer two board-and-train options: Bark to Basics (2-week minimum, for foundational manners) and Colonial Canine Commando’s (28-day minimum, for intensive behavioral modification). They also provide a Train & Play add-on for daycare clients seeking real-world obedience practice. All training begins with a free consultation, and their staff are certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. The owner and trainer, Cassie, and kennel manager, Amanda, are both AKC CGC Approved Evaluators.

Their services are available by appointment only, with no walk-ins. They serve most of northeastern North Carolina and southeastern Virginia, and travel fees apply for locations beyond 30 minutes from their facility. They emphasize responsible ownership, require up-to-date vaccinations, and use positive reinforcement methods with food, praise, and toys as rewards. Electronic collars are prohibited in all training.

They also offer group classes including a 6-week AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program for dogs under 1 year and a 6-week Canine Good Citizen prep class for dogs 9 months and older. Both programs include testing and require attendance at all sessions. Their facility is clean, well-maintained, and staffed by a team passionate about dog care, as reflected in numerous client testimonials praising their patience, professionalism, and results.

Accomplishments

Owner and trainer Cassie and kennel manager Amanda are both AKC CGC Approved Evaluators. All staff are certified in Pet First Aid and CPR through ProTrainings/ProPetHero. Facility has a recent inspection report dated 09/24/2025 available for public review.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must schedule a free consultation with the trainer to discuss their dog’s specific needs before beginning any training program. Consultations can be arranged by email or phone. Board & train programs require a signed training agreement and plan of action prior to enrollment.