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Raleigh Board and Train Programs

Raleigh Dog Board & Train

From everyday manners to reactivity, fear and aggression, Koru K9's Raleigh dog board and train programs help you build better habits and a stronger bond with your dog. Your dog learns in a loving professional dog trainer's home, with a custom plan, training at their pace, and hands-on coaching for you.

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“I appreciate the continuous support and not feeling abandoned in the training process”

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Our board & train philosophy

Our Programs Are Different by Design

Koru K9's Raleigh board and train program takes place in the loving home of a carefully vetted, experienced professional dog trainer. Your dog lives and learns alongside their trainer, with personalized training woven into daily routines, exercise, play and rest. Pick-up and drop-off are included, making it easier to give your dog the support they need.

We start by understanding the dog you love: what's driving their behavior, what helps them feel safe, and what motivates them. Trust, clear communication and consistent expectations shape a custom training plan built around your dog's needs and your goals. We move at the speed of your dog, building skills and confidence step by step as your dog is ready.

With a maximum of five client dogs per trainer, your dog receives individual attention and regular opportunities to practice. From training in a real home to navigating neighborhood distractions, everyday experiences help training connect to the life you share. Maybe you want to pass another dog on an Oakwood sidewalk, greet visitors more calmly in Five Points, or feel more confident on a walk near Lake Johnson. We build your Raleigh dog's training plan around those everyday goals and the relationship you share. Regular progress updates keep you involved along the way.

The learning continues when your dog comes home. A hands-on go-home lesson and follow-up lessons help you practice together, understand your dog's training and build on their progress. Phone and email support give you a place to turn with questions, and included LunaDogAI support puts practical training guidance in your pocket for the moments between lessons.

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Problem behaviors we help with

Help with leash reactivity, aggression, anxiety, and everyday behavior

When your dog's behavior leaves you feeling worried or overwhelmed, knowing where to start can be difficult. We'll listen to what you're experiencing and help you understand the training options.

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Leash reactivity

Barking, lunging, or fixating on other dogs, people, or passing distractions can turn every walk into a worry. We help your dog build the skills for calmer walks together. Read how board and train can help a reactive rescue dog.

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Aggression

Aggression toward dogs or people, resource guarding, and conflict between dogs in the home.

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Fear and anxiety

Fearful behavior, separation anxiety, difficulty settling, and anxiety-related destructive behavior. We help your dog build confidence at a pace they can handle.

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Obedience and everyday manners

Pulling on leash, jumping, excessive barking, nipping, and not coming when called. Build everyday habits that make life together feel easier.

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Overexcitement and impulse control

Rushing through doorways, struggling to settle, or becoming overwhelmed when guests arrive. Help your dog learn to pause, relax, and respond to your guidance.

How Our Raleigh Board & Train Program Works

Progress at the speed of your dog.

Time to feel safe. Space to learn. A thoughtful path toward a better life together.

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A thoughtful start

We learn about your dog's history, routines and your goals together. Pick-up is included, and your trainer helps your dog settle into their home.

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Trust before challenges

Time together helps us understand what motivates your dog and helps them feel secure. That relationship shapes their customized training plan.

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Learning at your dog's pace

We teach foundation skills in low-distraction settings with rewards and clear guidance. We gradually add difficulty, distance and distractions as your dog's understanding and confidence grow.

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Bring the progress home

Your trainer brings your dog home and coaches you through a go-home lesson. Consistent practice, follow-up coaching and LunaDogAI support help you bring the learning into everyday life.

Stories from Koru K9 dog owners

When Nothing Else Worked, Koru K9 Did

Experiences shared by Koru K9 clients across our training programs and service areas.

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“I went online to find a dog trainer for owners with aggressive dogs and came across Koru K9 and Will Greenway. I have had five sessions and a onboarding session all one hour each in Portland, Oregon.”

OR Olivia RucinskiKoru K9 client review
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“Our dog Molly, an English springer spaniel, recently returned from a 3-week board and train with Sparky Davis and Koru K9. She is a different dog!”

KB Karen ButlerKoru K9 client review
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“Rob was fantastic with our dogs! We completed a 7-lesson package with him and have seen great progress with our stubborn old lady, Stella.”

BT Becca TrevinoKoru K9 client review
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“We trained our 2 fur babies with Will Greenway. One is an 8 year old Australian Shepherd and the other a 3 year old Rough Collie.”

DW Danielle W.Koru K9 client review
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“I got the package with 3-sessions of private training (with one 1-2 hour consultation on top of that) and my trainer was Alex.”

AB Avyla BarrettKoru K9 client review
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“Walks used to be stressful, with constant pulling and lack of focus—but Halley A. has transformed that experience completely.”

MM Marisa MadridKoru K9 client review
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“I am SO happy we invested in Koru K9. We got matched with Natalie and Lee as our trainers and they have been INCREDIBLE.”

TL Tasha LaRueKoru K9 client review
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“Rob was professional, flexible, and had many resources he was happy to share! Thank you for your time!”

V VickieKoru K9 client review
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“I took my 1 1/2 year old 'hyper' aussie doodle, Gigi for a 3 week board and train with Irini.”

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Why Raleigh Dog Owners Trust Koru K9

Custom Board and Train Programs Built Around Your Dog

A loving home

Your dog lives and learns in a carefully vetted trainer's home, with skilled care, individual training, play and time to rest.

Connection comes first

Trust and clear communication shape every lesson. We tailor the training to your dog and move forward as their confidence grows.

Skills for real life

Calmer neighborhood walks, attention around greenway distractions and polite greetings at home. Your dog practices everyday skills with distractions introduced at their pace.

Coaching for you, too

Practice alongside your trainer and learn how to guide your dog. Follow-up coaching helps you keep building your relationship at home.

A personalized curriculum

What your dog will learn

Core Commands

  • Loose-leash walking and attention around distractions
  • Sit-stay / Down-stay
  • Recall / Come when called
  • Place

Manners & Life Skills

  • Crate training
  • Doorway etiquette
  • Mealtime manners
  • Settling at home and in everyday environments

Every dog is different. These are examples of skills your dog may work on. We personalize their training around their needs, what motivates them, and what matters most to your life together. Learning moves at your dog's pace.

Your Raleigh board & train program

Personalized training. Support that stays.

  • Pick-up and drop-off included.
  • Custom training programs and daily care in the loving home of a carefully vetted, highly experienced dog trainer.
  • A maximum of five client dogs per trainer at a time.
  • Field trips and real-world training tailored to your dog's needs, in everyday environments rather than kennels.
  • Regular progress updates.
  • Phone and email support.
  • A go-home lesson with follow-up lessons.
  • 12 months of free LunaDogAI support.
Your dog's custom board & train program

Raleigh dog board & train pricing

From puppy foundations to help with more challenging behavior, we'll help you choose a program around your dog's needs. Prices shown are starting prices. We'll confirm program suitability, trainer availability and your total cost before you book.

2wk
Puppy Board & Train
Puppies 16 weeks to under 6 months
$2,900 starting
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3wk
3-Week Board and Train
$3,900 starting
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4wk
4-Week Board and Train
$4,800 starting
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6wk
6-Week Board and Train
$6,800 starting
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3wk
Board and Train Refresher New
For previous clients only
$3,300 starting
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Koru K9's Raleigh Dog Training Team

Meet your Raleigh professional dog trainers

Get to know the Koru K9 dog training team helping transform life with your dog through personalized training, stronger relationships, and practical guidance for the moments you share.

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Ashley Nunez, Koru K9 dog trainer serving Raleigh, NC

Ashley Nunez

Raleigh, NC
Dog BehavioristAKC Evaluator +3

Ashley has been a dog trainer for almost a decade, with a special interest in behavior modification and rehabilitation. She's worked with nearly every issue an owner can run into, including rambunctious puppies, fear…

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Ashley Nunez, Koru K9 dog trainer serving Raleigh, NC

Ashley Nunez

Raleigh, NC · North Carolina
Dog BehavioristAKC EvaluatorTarheel Master TrainerNAVC NutritionistApplied Animal Behaviorist

Ashley has been a dog trainer for almost a decade, with a special interest in behavior modification and rehabilitation. She's worked with nearly every issue an owner can run into, including rambunctious puppies, fear, anxiety, reactivity, and aggression. She also has experience with specialized work like service dog training, police and military K9 work, and personal protection dogs.

Ashley's own two dogs are proof of what training can do. Ronan, her Malinois, came to her with a severe bite history, resource guarding, a habit of running off, and kennel anxiety. Wooster, her Schipperke, had his own bite history, was reactive on leash, and would actively seek out fights with Ronan.

Today, you'd never guess it. Both dogs are balanced, easy to live with, and able to coexist peacefully, thanks to a strong relationship, clear boundaries, and outlets suited to each of their breeds. Ashley wants every owner to experience that same relief and connection with their dog.

Her approach centers on motivational teaching that builds dogs up and brings out their best, rather than suppressing behavior through force and intimidation. Ashley is a graduate of the Tarheel Canine School for Dog Trainers, where she obtained her Master Dog Trainer certification with a focus on obedience, behavior modification, detection, tracking, and patrol work.

She's also completed intensive coursework in canine neurobiology, genetics, and endocrinology, earning a certificate in applying natural sciences to canine behavior modification and training. Ashley is a graduate of the University of Washington's Applied Animal Behaviorist program, granting her the title of Animal Behaviorist. She is also a certified Pet Nutrition Coach through the North American Veterinary Community.

Ashley actively competes in PSA (Protection Sports Association) with Ronan, who holds a PSA 1 title. He is also trained in narcotics detection and human odor tracking. She is working towards earning competitive obedience titles with Wooster.
Good dogs. Good questions.

Raleigh board & train: Your questions, answered.

Your dog lives in the loving home of a Koru K9 professional dog trainer serving the Raleigh area. Training is woven into daily routines, alongside exercise, play and rest. We talk through your dog's needs, professional dog trainer placement and pick-up arrangements before their stay.

Raleigh Puppy Board & Train starts at $2,900 for two weeks. Standard programs start at $3,900 for three weeks, $4,800 for four weeks and $6,800 for six weeks. A three-week refresher for returning clients starts at $3,300. We'll explain which program fits your dog's needs, what's included and the total cost before you book.

Yes. Koru K9 works with dogs experiencing leash reactivity, fear, anxiety, resource guarding and aggression, as well as everyday manners. We first discuss your dog's history and your goals to recommend an appropriate program. Your professional dog trainer builds trust and introduces challenges at your dog's pace, with coaching to help you continue safely at home.

Our two-week Puppy Board & Train program starts at $2,900 for puppies from 16 weeks to under six months. Suitability depends on your puppy's needs and readiness. We'll confirm eligibility and trainer availability before enrollment, and explain how to continue the learning at home.

Each professional dog trainer cares for a maximum of five client dogs at a time. Your dog receives individual attention and a customized training plan, with time to rest between activities. Regular updates help you stay connected to their progress.

Our balanced, relationship-based approach combines rewards with clear guidance and boundaries. We learn what motivates your dog, whether that's food, toys, play or praise. Depending on their needs, training may include leash guidance, prong collars or low-level e-collars. We explain the plan and teach you how to use the selected tools and skills.

Your professional dog trainer brings your dog home and coaches you through a go-home lesson. You'll practice the cues, handling and routines your dog has learned. Follow-up lessons, phone and email support, and 12 months of LunaDogAI help you keep learning together. Consistent practice at home is part of the plan.

People often search for dog boot camp when they want boarding and training in one program. Koru K9's Raleigh board and train takes place in a professional dog trainer's loving home. We build a relationship with your dog, tailor the training to their needs and move at their pace, then coach you on bringing those skills into life together.

Pick-up and drop-off are included in Koru K9 board and train programs. Share your address when you contact us so we can confirm service, professional dog trainer placement and arrangements for your home. Your dog's stay is in a professional dog trainer's home; it does not necessarily take place in your own neighborhood.

Yes. Tell us what happens when you pass dogs on a greenway, head out from your Oakwood home or welcome guests in Five Points. A custom plan can work on leash manners, attention, doorway routines and settling around visitors. Training starts at a level your dog can manage and grows with their confidence. Lake Johnson and Raleigh greenways are examples of everyday goals, not promised training destinations.

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Aggressive Dog Training

Aggressive Dog Training for Raleigh dogs and their families.

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Fear & Anxiety Guide

Understand fearful behavior and anxiety, and explore how training can build confidence.

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Puppy Training Options

Explore puppy foundations, then talk with our team about available programs and eligibility.

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Leash Reactivity Guide

Understand barking and lunging on walks, and explore what can help your dog.

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Ready for compliments on your well-behaved dog?

Calmer walks, clearer communication, more confidence together. Tell us about the dog you love and the behaviors you'd like to change. We'll help you find the right training plan to strengthen your relationship and make everyday life together easier.

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