Praeceptor K9

Programs include Puppy Programs (8-21 weeks), Basic to Intermediate Training (22+ weeks), Private 1:1 Lessons, Day School, Board & Train (hybrid), Boarding, Sport Dog Training, Service Dog Training, Temperament Assessments, and a Train the Trainer Handlers Course. Programs are tailored to individual goals, with Board & Train offering full-day training with evening/weekend home returns. Service dog training includes task-specific behavior development. All programs emphasize personalized, results-driven instruction.

Pricing Summary

Consultation fee is charged and may be applied toward training programs. No public pricing listed; pricing is customized based on program type and individual needs. Financing options are available.

Policies

Dogs must be current on DHPP, Rabies, and Bordetella vaccines, and be flea/tick free. All new clients complete a detailed behavior intake form. Informed consent is required for behavioral modification involving risk. Emergency contacts are kept on file, and owners are notified immediately of any health or behavior changes. No cancellation or rescheduling policy is explicitly stated.

Praeceptor K9 is a professional dog training business based in Fayetteville, North Carolina, offering personalized training programs for dogs of all ages, breeds, and behavioral needs. They specialize in obedience, behavior modification, service dog training, puppy development, and sport dog activities, using balanced, individualized methods tailored to each dog’s unique temperament and challenges. Their team, composed of experienced trainers with over 30 years of combined expertise, works with dogs from rescues and shelters to family pets and working dogs, emphasizing trust, communication, and long-term results. They also offer boarding, day school, and private lessons, with staff trained in canine CPR and low-stress handling. Praeceptor K9 provides training in multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, Dutch, and German, and their facility is equipped with safety protocols including double-gated entries, sanitized equipment, and emergency preparedness measures.

They differentiate themselves by avoiding one-size-fits-all approaches and marketing labels, instead focusing on observing the dog’s needs and using the most effective tools—whether food, toys, slip collars, prong collars, or e-collars—only when necessary. Their programs are designed to empower owners with the skills to maintain progress at home, ensuring lasting behavioral change. They also offer a “Train the Trainer” course for aspiring or current dog professionals.

Additional services include temperament assessments, pet boarding, and AKC CGC certification preparation. Their facility is located at 3760 Sycamore Dairy Road, and they serve Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, and surrounding areas.

Accomplishments

Team has over 30 years of cumulative experience. Trainers hold a Master’s Degree in Professional Science: Animal Science and Behavior, are Certified in Animal Behavior and Cognition, and are AKC Evaluators. Staff are certified in Pet CPR and trained in low-stress handling and behavior modification techniques including BAT, LAT, and TBTE protocols.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must schedule a consultation via the booking link to receive a hands-on behavioral assessment, goal evaluation, and personalized training recommendation. The consultation is not free but may be applied toward a training program if enrolled.