Gold Coast K-9 Inc. New Jersey
Service area: Serves Mahwah, Ramsey, Montvale, Upper Saddle River, NJ, and Long Island, NY.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Separation Anxiety
- Barking Excessively
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- Intensive Program
- Ongoing Weekly
- Sessions Package
Types of Dogs
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Gold Coast K-9 offers intensive board and train programs lasting several weeks, with daily video updates for owners. They also provide private, in-home sessions and ongoing support to reinforce training. Programs focus on behavior modification, communication, and building a balanced human-dog relationship through concept-based training rather than just obedience commands.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details are not publicly listed; services include board and train programs and ongoing sessions with tailored packages. Gift cards are available for purchase.
Testimonials
“If you are in search of a dog trainer, hire Nick Messina of Gold Coast K-9. He is brilliant and thorough. I truly cannot recommend him enough. My husband and I sent our 5 month Belgian Malinois to Nick’s board and train program and it was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. We also continue to work with Nick to keep up and stay on top of it. It has been so much fun for all of us. And we have a beautifully well behaved dog to show for it.”
– Zala The Belgian Malinois
“Gold Coast K9 and head trainer Nick is the Real Deal! We sent our dog Leon to him for training because our house was complete chaos. Nick was calm, knowledgeable and professional. He took our dog for several weeks and when he came back we had a well behaved pet!! Nick is the BEST!! Choosing him to train our dog was the BEST DECISION WE EVER MADE!! He has only been home a couple of days and our lives are calmer. There is no more destruction of furniture and our dog is very happy.”
– Leon the Pug
“I cannot recommend Gold Coast K-9 of NJ enough. Nick is a true ‘dog whisperer’ and trained two of my dogs. Both dogs completed Nick’s board and train program and were absolutely wild about Nick. They arrived at Nick’s totally untrained and were returned to me well mannered and well trained. Most importantly, Nick invested time in me to help me better understand and manage my dogs’ behavior at home. It is the best investment you can make for your future with your dog.”
– Unnamed Client
About the Trainer
Gold Coast K-9 Inc., led by head trainer Nicholas Messina, offers personalized dog training services focused on building thoughtful, intentional relationships between dogs and their owners. With over 11 years of experience, they specialize in behavior modification, obedience, and communication-based training that honors both the dog’s genetic needs and the owner’s goals. Their programs include board and train, in-home sessions, and ongoing support, with a strong emphasis on long-term success through understanding dog behavior, play, and parenting beyond species. They serve clients in Mahwah, Ramsey, Montvale, Upper Saddle River, and Long Island, NY, and provide daily video updates during board and train programs to keep owners informed and involved.
Nicholas Messina’s approach prioritizes concepts over mere obedience, helping owners develop a deep, reciprocal relationship with their dogs. Training is tailored to each dog’s unique needs, whether addressing reactivity, leash pulling, separation anxiety, or basic manners. Clients consistently praise his calm professionalism, expertise, and ability to transform chaotic households into calm, joyful environments.
In addition to training, they offer gift cards and maintain an active blog and Instagram presence to share insights and community stories.
Accomplishments
Nicholas Messina has been training dogs full-time for over 11 years and is recognized by clients as a highly experienced, results-driven trainer with a reputation for transforming challenging cases into well-behaved companions.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients are encouraged to contact Nicholas Messina directly via phone or email to discuss their dog’s needs and begin the process. No public booking system is listed; initial engagement appears to be through direct consultation.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
6:30am-9:30pm
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
Location
2005 Hawthorne Ln, Mahwah, NJ 07430Listing Tools for Trainers
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