K9 Curriculum | Dog Grooming & Dog Training in Waynesville, Canton, and Asheville

Training programs include multi-level obedience classes: Puppy, Basic Manners, Intermediate, and Private Lessons. All classes use positive reinforcement and lure training. Private lessons are customized to individual goals. Service Dog Training is available for people with disabilities to train their own dogs. Pet First Aid & CPR is a 5+ hour course with a handbook and certification provided. Grooming services are tailored to each pet’s needs, including medicated baths and dental care.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed. Clients are encouraged to contact directly for quotes on private lessons, group classes, grooming, and retail products. Discounts are offered for group Pet First Aid & CPR classes and for veterans and rescue staff.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated on the website. Clients are directed to contact directly for scheduling inquiries.

K-9 Curriculum is a dog training and pet grooming business based in Waynesville, Canton, and Asheville, North Carolina, founded and operated by Lisa Monteith, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and Certified Pet Groomer. They offer both group and private dog training classes designed to build strong owner-dog relationships using positive reinforcement and lure training methods. Training programs include Puppy, Basic Manners, Intermediate, and Private Lessons, with additional focus on Service Dog Training for individuals with disabilities such as PTSD, mobility impairments, and diabetes. They also provide Pet First Aid and CPR certification courses for pet owners. Grooming services include bathing, nail care, tooth-brushing with take-home instructions, and full-service grooming tailored to each dog’s needs. Their retail store, K-9 Curriculum, Too, sells high-quality pet supplies. All services are delivered with an emphasis on compassion, safety, and personalized attention.

Lisa Monteith is the sole trainer and groomer, with over 6 years of hands-on experience in grooming and certification since 2018. She works directly with clients in both facility-based and in-home settings. The business supports dogs of all ages, from puppies to seniors, and serves a wide range of breeds and sizes, including rescues and anxious dogs. Their training philosophy centers on preventing behavior problems that lead to shelter surrender, promoting lifelong bonding through structured, reward-based methods.

They also offer a specialized Service Dog Training program where clients can train their own dogs to become certified service animals, with Lisa providing guidance and support throughout the process. Their commitment to pet wellness extends to dental care, emergency preparedness, and community outreach, including discounts for veterans and animal rescue staff.

Accomplishments

Lisa Monteith is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) from Animal Behavior College (2018), certified Pet Groomer via Penn Foster, and a Pet-Tech Certified Pet First Aid & CPR Instructor. She has trained and groomed hundreds of dogs since 2018, including service dogs and rescue animals. Her clients have successfully earned Canine Good Citizen certifications.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to call or text to schedule a consultation. Training begins with an assessment of the dog’s needs, followed by placement in group classes or private sessions. Service dog applicants complete a contact form detailing their disability and training goals.