Highland Canine Training – Alabama

Highland Canine Training offers a variety of dog training programs designed to meet individual needs, from puppy training to advanced off-leash obedience and behavior modification. Programs include Board and Train, In-Home Training, Private Lessons, and Group Classes. They specialize in rehabilitating problem behaviors such as aggression, fear, and anxiety.

Their training methods are described as established, effective, and reliable, aiming to produce well-balanced and dependable dogs in various real-world environments. They emphasize teaching owners proper techniques for maintaining training for life. Additionally, they offer specialized training for working dogs, including Police K9s, Search and Rescue dogs, and Protection dogs, as well as comprehensive Service Dog programs.

Pricing Summary

Pricing varies by program type and level. Board and Train programs range from $1,750 (Basic) to $3,550 (Bootcamp), with a $100 deposit. Private Lessons range from $549 (Owner’s Choice) to $1,499 (Behavior Modification), with no deposit. In-Home Training ranges from $1,049 (Basic) to $2,199 (Total), with no deposit. Group Classes range from $199 (Basic Obedience, Puppy Class) to $229 (Intermediate/Advanced Obedience), with a $50 deposit. Trailing Lessons & Certification are $1,200. Service dogs average $15,900, with a simple payment plan available and no application fees.

Policies

Deposits are required for some services: $50 for Group Classes, $100 for Board & Train Programs, $100 for Protection Dog Evaluations, $100 for Search and Rescue Dog Evaluations, and $500 for School for Dog Trainers enrollment. Deposits are generally non-refundable if the client is unable to attend the scheduled class or appointment. If classes are rescheduled due to inclement weather or emergency, they will be made up at a later date. No refunds are given for training deposits or class fees if a client is unable to attend any or all scheduled classes.

Highland Canine Training, LLC is a multifaceted dog training business founded in 2005/2006, based out of North Carolina with locations across the nation, including Alabama. They offer professional dog training and behavior modification programs for pet owners, specializing in rehabilitating problem behaviors and teaching owners to communicate better with their dogs. Their programs are effective, affordable, Veterinarian Recommended, and Guaranteed for Life.

They provide a wide range of services from puppy training to advanced off-leash training, and behavior modification for issues like barking, phobias, fighting, biting, jumping, anxiety, shyness, fear aggression, and dominance aggression. They train dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages. Highland Canine Training also offers working dog training, including Police K9s, Search and Rescue dogs, Protection dogs, and Service Dogs.

They operate a School for Dog Trainers with campuses in NC, AL, and TX, providing comprehensive canine education. Their facilities include kennels, training fields, a Canine Education Center, classrooms, a pro shop, a rubble pile, a dock diving pool, a grooming suite, and agility/challenge courses. They are licensed by various state and federal agencies for their specialized training.

Accomplishments

Founded in 2005/2006, Highland Canine Training, LLC is one of the largest and most respected professional dog training companies in the United States. They are recommended by veterinarians, shelters, rescue groups, pet retailers, law enforcement, and military organizations. Their School for Dog Trainers has hosted over 200 alumni from 28 countries by 2013 and has three campus locations.

They are licensed by the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms as a User of Explosives, by the NC Private Protective Services Board to train Personal Protection Dogs, Guard Dogs, and Police Dogs, and by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) to use narcotics and explosives for Police K9s. They are also licensed by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for specialist K9 handler courses focusing on narcotics.

Their School for Dog Trainers is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Community Colleges, the Private School Licensure of the Alabama Community College System, and approved/regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission. Several programs are approved for GI Bill® and other Chapter 33 benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the NCSAA. They were awarded a Schedule 84 Contract with the General Services Administration (GSA Contract Holder GS-07F-231BA).

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can start by scheduling a free evaluation for pet dog training programs. For service dogs, there is a simple, thorough, and free application process. For the School for Dog Trainers, prospective students can contact admissions specialists, schedule a tour, or make a deposit to reserve enrollment.