Columbia K9 Elite

Columbia K9 Elite offers customized training plans including Basic Obedience, Off-Leash/E-Collar Training, Personal Protection (with puppy, basic, and civil levels), Service Dog Training (Starter, Tasking & Proofing, Basic and Advanced Therapy), Confidence Building, Reactivity Rehab, and Sport Dog/Canine Good Citizen programs. Training is delivered through Trial Sessions, Drop-In Sessions, or 15-session Packages. Board-and-train programs are intensive, 8-week programs with owner participation days and lessons. All programs are tailored to the dog’s personality, pace, and goals, with a focus on balanced, relationship-based methods.

Pricing Summary

Trial Sessions: $200 for five 1-hour sessions. Drop-In Sessions: $50 per hour or $30 for 30 minutes. Session Packages: $550 for 15 one-hour sessions. Board and Train programs available with pricing not listed publicly. Veteran and Military discounts offered on packages and board-and-train with proof.

Policies

All dogs must be up to date on vaccines before beginning training. No waitlist currently exists for in-person training. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated.

Welcome to Columbia K9 Elite, a woman- and Black-owned dog training business in Columbia, SC, led by head trainer Gabby Hollis. They offer personalized, relationship-based training for dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes, focusing on obedience, confidence building, behavior modification, and protection work. Training is delivered through private 1-on-1 sessions, board-and-train programs, and flexible drop-in lessons, with an emphasis on balanced methods that build trust between dogs and owners. They also provide safe, comfortable pet boarding for when owners are away. Gabby brings over 20 years of hands-on experience, including working with local police K9s and hosting protection demonstrations, ensuring expert, real-world training techniques. Their programs are tailored to each dog’s unique needs, helping owners achieve lasting results through consistent, structured guidance.

Columbia K9 Elite specializes in advanced training such as e-collar-based off-leash control, personal protection, service dog preparation, and reactivity rehab. They train puppies as young as 8 weeks and work with stubborn adult dogs, offering programs for basic manners, recall, leash skills, and socialization. Their training takes place in diverse real-world environments to ensure dogs generalize skills beyond the home. Owners are actively involved in every step, learning how to communicate clearly and build a strong, lifelong bond with their dogs.

Accomplishments

Gabby Hollis has trained hundreds of dogs over 20 years, including working with local police K9s and hosting protection demonstrations. She was introduced to dog training by her grandfather, a dog trainer, and continues to expand her skills daily.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must fill out a consultation form on the contact page to schedule their first session. A Trial Session is recommended as an introductory option to experience the training style before committing to a package.