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Charleston Board and Train Programs

Charleston Dog Board & Train

Home-based training for Charleston dogs and the people who love them. From everyday manners to reactivity, fear and aggression, we build a plan around your dog's needs, with practical coaching to help you continue together at home.

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Our board & train philosophy

Our Programs Are Different by Design

Koru K9's Charleston board and train program takes place in the home of an 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; we confirm placement and arrangements before the stay.

We start by understanding the dog you love: what drives their behavior, what helps them feel safe and what motivates them. Trust, clear communication and consistent boundaries shape a custom plan around your dog's needs and your goals. We move at the speed of your dog, building understanding before increasing the challenge.

From training in a real home to practicing around everyday distractions, the goal is to connect learning to your life together. Charleston life can mean visitors at the door, narrow neighborhood sidewalks and outdoor distractions. Tell us where your dog struggles most. We build toward those everyday situations, with outings and activity adjusted to your dog's readiness and the weather. Regular photo and video updates help you follow your dog's progress.

Your involvement is part of the program. A go-home lesson and follow-up coaching help you practice together and understand the cues, handling and routines your dog has learned. Phone and email support give you a place to turn with questions. We'll explain your program's included support and LunaDogAI access before enrollment.

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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 Charleston 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.”

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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.”

AM Annemarie M.Koru K9 client review
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Why Charleston 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

From settling at home to navigating neighborhood walks, 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
Your Charleston 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.
Pricing

Charleston 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 Regional Board & Train Team

Meet your board and train trainer

Ashley serves North Carolina and much of South Carolina. Tell us where you live and about your dog's needs so we can confirm service coverage, program suitability and availability before booking.

North Carolina & South Carolina

Ashley Nunez, Koru K9 board and train trainer serving North Carolina and South Carolina

Ashley Nunez

North Carolina & South Carolina
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 board and train trainer serving North Carolina and South Carolina

Ashley Nunez

North Carolina & South 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.

Charleston board & train: Your questions, answered.

Your dog lives in a professional trainer's home serving the Charleston area. Training is woven into daily routines, with exercise, play and rest. We discuss your dog's needs, trainer placement and pick-up arrangements before their stay.

Koru K9's two-week Puppy Board & Train starts at $2,900. Standard programs start at $3,900 for three weeks, $4,800 for four weeks and $6,800 for six weeks. The three-week refresher for returning clients starts at $3,300. We'll confirm your dog's suitability, trainer availability, what is included and the total cost before you book.

These are behaviors we work with, along with everyday manners. Suitability depends on your dog's history, needs and the care they require. Tell us about bite incidents, triggers, health concerns and previous training so we can discuss a safe, appropriate plan. No program can promise a cure or identical results for every dog.

Our balanced, relationship-based approach combines rewards with clear guidance and consistent boundaries. We learn what motivates your dog and explain the tools and handling in their plan. Depending on their needs, this may include leash guidance, prong collars or low-level e-collars. Owner coaching helps you understand how to continue safely at home.

Regular progress updates keep you connected to what your dog is learning. Your trainer explains their progress, and phone and email support give you a way to ask questions during and after the program.

Your trainer brings your dog home and coaches you through a go-home lesson. Follow-up lessons, phone and email support, and 12 months of free LunaDogAI support help you continue the learning together. You'll practice the cues, handling and routines your dog has learned; consistent practice at home is part of maintaining progress. We confirm the support included in your specific program before enrollment.

Pick-up and drop-off are included. Share your address so we can confirm service and trainer arrangements for your Charleston household. Your dog's stay is in their trainer's home and may not take place in your own neighborhood.

Koru K9 offers a two-week Puppy Board & Train program for puppies from 16 weeks to under six months, starting at $2,900. It focuses on foundations such as crate routines, potty training, early leash manners and confidence. Contact our team to confirm suitability and trainer availability for your puppy. For more than one dog, we'll discuss each dog's needs and available trainer capacity before recommending a plan.

Explore Our Charleston Dog Training Programs

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In-Home Dog Training

In-Home Dog Training for Charleston dogs and their families.

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Aggressive Dog Training

Aggressive Dog Training for Charleston dogs and their families.

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Dog Behaviorist

Dog Behaviorist for Charleston 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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