Fluid K9 Dog Training
Service area: Serves Cary, Pittsboro, and surrounding areas in North Carolina.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Separation Anxiety
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Martingale Collars
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Fluid K9 offers tailored training programs including Puppy Foundations for early socialization and obedience, Basic and Advanced Obedience via Board & Train (3-week immersive programs), Private One-on-One Lessons for personalized goals, Behavior Modification for reactivity and anxiety, Sport Dog Coaching for performance and competition, and Structured Boarding & Daycare with enrichment. All programs emphasize consistency, communication, and real-world application, with owners receiving guidance to maintain progress at home.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details are not publicly listed; clients are encouraged to schedule a consultation to receive a customized quote based on their dog’s needs and selected program.
Testimonials
“We are so grateful to have found Fluid K9 Dog Training! Our puppy Murphy recently completed the 3-week obedience board and train program, and the results have been amazing. He was already a fairly well-behaved pup, but the transformation after training was incredible. We recently took Murphy on a beach trip, and people kept stopping us, not just to pet him, but to compliment his calm demeanor and obedience. Even daily routines like brushing him have become so much easier thanks to the foundation John built. John also took the time to thoroughly walk us through everything Murphy learned, making sure we felt confident continuing his training at home. We’re excited to keep working with John and his team. I highly recommend Fluid K9 to anyone looking for an amazing, effective expert dog trainer!”
– Casey U.
“If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. As I write this review my family is returning from a road trip up to Cape Cod. Our 10 month old puppy, Snoop, had THE BEST travel and vacation experience thanks to Fluid K9. What began as private lessons in puppy foundational work eventually turned into a board and train for off leash work. I am not a first time dog owner but have never sought professional training. It was my Vet’s advice to contact Fluid K9 and I am beyond grateful that she did! This has been such a positive experience for my family and our puppy! Not only was he amazing on a 13 hour car ride but he frolicked, yes literally frolicked, on the beach off leash and under perfect control. He dug in the sand, chased balls, got to have the zoomies on the beach, and was a complete gentleman to all of our close-knit neighbors. I am so pleased with the entire team at Fluid K9 and know that I will confidently recommend them to everyone I possibly can!”
– Client
“I truly can not put into words how grateful I am for Fluid K9 Dog Training. I have been taking my Great Dane puppy, Basil, to private lessons with John since she was 5 months old, for both puppy foundations and further off-leash training. The happy, fulfilled, and confident 9 month old dog that I have now would not have been possible without John’s guidance. I am so appreciative for the way John has coached me through Basil’s continued training, troubleshooting her quirks and new habits. The reach of John’s knowledge is unimaginable, and his love for the dogs he trains is endless. I will continue to recommend Fluid K9 to all those around me, and am so excited to see where Basil goes in the future!”
– Client
About the Trainer
Fluid K9 Dog Training, based in Cary and Pittsboro, North Carolina, is a professional dog training service led by certified trainer John E. Lugo. They offer personalized, balanced training programs designed to build lasting, respectful, and trusting relationships between dogs and their owners. Their approach combines clear communication, consistency, and positive reinforcement while also addressing unwanted behaviors directly. Services include puppy foundations, basic and advanced obedience (including board and train), private lessons, behavior modification for reactivity and anxiety, sport dog coaching, and structured boarding with enrichment. They tailor every program to the dog’s unique temperament, history, and learning style, ensuring real-world results. Their trainers have extensive experience in military, police, and sport dog training, and they work with all breeds, ages, and behavior levels—from puppies to seniors and from family pets to performance dogs.
In addition to training, they provide structured boarding and daycare services that include mental and physical enrichment. Their in-home training approach brings professional guidance directly to the client’s doorstep for maximum convenience and effectiveness. They are highly recommended by local dog owners and have earned perfect ratings on Google and Facebook.
Fluid K9 Dog Training emphasizes mutual respect, clarity, and trust as core values, and their mission is to empower both dog and owner with the tools needed to thrive together in everyday life.
Accomplishments
Founder John E. Lugo is USMRA and Mondioring certified, with training experience including military working dogs for the Nigerian Army, service dog training in Puerto Rico, and certification in explosive detection, human remains detection, SAR, and police K9 instruction. He trained under renowned European mentors in Belgium and Greece and has been decoying and instructing nationally since 2015.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a free 30-minute consultation call to discuss the dog’s breed, age, history, behavior, and goals. During this call, trainers assess needs and recommend the best-fit program, providing honest feedback and next steps without a sales pitch.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 9am-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet boarding service
Location
8425 Green Level Church Road, Cary, NC 27519Listing Tools for Trainers
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