Discovery Dog Training, LLC

Discovery Dog Training offers private lessons tailored to individual needs, group classes for socialization and foundational skills, and Puppy Preschool focused on housebreaking, biting, and crate training. All programs emphasize leadership, boundary setting, and relaxation. Clients can begin with a paid evaluation to determine the best path. Ongoing support includes free RUFFresher sessions for continued reinforcement. Training is delivered at their facility or via Zoom, with flexible scheduling on weekdays.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons are $95 per session, with packages available: 3 lessons for $240 or 4 lessons for $320. In-home lessons are priced on request. Puppy Basics is $80 in-person or $70 via Zoom. Group classes like Puppy Head Start are $275 for 6 weeks. E-collar training is $470 (includes evaluation or prior lessons). A 30-minute evaluation costs $40. RUFFresher sessions are free for past clients.

Policies

By participating in any service, clients agree to the 2026 DDT Policies, accessible via their scheduling page. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is detailed, but evaluations are required for severe behavior cases and in-home sessions are priced upon request.

Discovery Dog Training, LLC is a locally owned and operated dog training business in Boone, NC, led by certified trainer Chelsea Usher Cutler, CPT, IACP-CDT. They offer private lessons, puppy preschool, and group classes designed to improve communication between dogs and their owners through leadership and structure. Their approach emphasizes relationship-based behavior modification and positive, force-free methods, with a focus on creating calm, well-mannered companions. They provide flexible scheduling, in-home and facility-based options, and free RUFFresher sessions for past clients to maintain progress. Chelsea has extensive continuing education in canine behavior, nutrition, and fear-based modification, and her training assistants—Ellie and Jack—help demonstrate techniques in real-time. The business serves dogs of all ages, from puppies to seniors, and specializes in addressing anxiety, reactivity, biting, potty training, and leash manners.

They encourage new clients to begin with a 30-minute evaluation to assess needs before committing to a program, and they offer both in-person and online training options. Their training philosophy centers on teaching owners how to “speak dog” to build trust and prevent behavioral issues before they escalate.

Chelsea’s background includes years of hands-on experience working with dogs since childhood, veterinary assistant work, and specialized training workshops with leading experts in the field. The business is deeply community-focused, with testimonials highlighting her patience, knowledge, and ability to transform anxious or challenging dogs into confident family members.

Accomplishments

Certified Professional Trainer through the National K-9 School for Dog Trainers and Certified Dog Trainer through the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP-CDT). Chelsea has completed over 15 continuing education workshops since 2018, including Relationship Based Behavior Modification (RBBM) courses with the Canine Human Relationship Institute, Force Free E-Collar training with Monks of New Skete, and specialized training in fearful dogs and leash handling. Her former training assistant, Tucker, was a certified therapy dog with Therapy Dogs International and Pet Partners.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a 30-minute evaluation at Discovery Dog Training for $40 to discuss your dog’s needs and receive a personalized training recommendation. Evaluations are required for severe behaviors or human aggression. Clients can schedule evaluations or register for services through their ProPetware portal.