Asheville's Most Trusted Dog Trainers

Dog training in Asheville typically ranges from $100 to $3,500. Puppy consultations start at $100, Basic Obedience is $650, our popular 2 Week Board & Train is $2,900 with lifetime support, and Aggression Board & Train is $3,500.

Most dog owners invest between $500–$1,000 for comprehensive obedience training. See all packages and pricing →

The 3-3-3 rule describes the adjustment period for rescue dogs: 3 days to decompress from stress, 3 weeks to learn your routine and feel safe, and 3 months to fully feel at home.

At Off Leash K9 Asheville, we help rescue dog owners accelerate this process through specialized rescue dog training and in-home support sessions designed to ease the transition.

The 7-7-7 rule states puppies should experience 7 new surfaces, 7 new people, and 7 new situations per week during socialization.

Our puppy training programs in Asheville incorporate structured socialization, including our AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Package that covers potty training, nutrition, vaccinations, and basic commands with proper exposure guidelines.

Professional dog trainers in Asheville, NC typically charge between $50–175 per private lesson.

Off Leash K9 Training Asheville offers packages starting at $100 for consultations, with guaranteed off-leash obedience programs ranging from $650–$2,900, all with competitive rates and lifetime support included on board & train programs.

We serve Asheville and all surrounding areas within 20 miles including Woodfin, Biltmore Forest, Swannanoa, Arden, Fletcher, Fairview, Candler, Weaverville, Black Mountain, Leicester, Beaverdam, Alexander, and throughout Buncombe County in Western North Carolina.

Yes! Our 2 Week Board & Train program ($2,900) includes 2 weeks of immersive training, 7 guaranteed obedience commands, distraction training, a 2-hour owner session, and our LIFETIME SUPPORT GUARANTEE.

We also offer Aggression Board & Train for $3,500 for dogs with severe behavioral issues or bite history. This program includes intensive training with lifetime support on obedience commands.

Absolutely! Our Aggression/Anxiety Management program ($1,100) includes 7 specialized lessons for stabilization and behavior management.

For severe cases including human aggression and bite history, our Aggression Board & Train ($3,500) provides 2 weeks of intensive training with lifetime support on obedience commands. An evaluation is required.

Yes! Our AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Package ($400) includes 6 private classes covering potty training, nutrition, vaccinations, socialization, and basic commands.

We also offer Puppy Consultations ($100) for comprehensive 1-hour sessions covering training fundamentals and development milestones.

We use balanced training combining positive reinforcement, marker training, and e-collar training for maximum effectiveness and reliability.

For owners preferring positive-only methods, our Basic Marker Mastery™ program ($500) uses exclusively reward-based techniques with clicker training and no e-collar.

The 10-10-10 rule suggests spending 10 minutes training, 10 minutes playing, and 10 minutes resting with your puppy each session.

Our puppy training programs in Asheville incorporate this balanced structure to prevent overwork while building strong foundation skills and positive associations with training.

The "dead dog rule" states that training should focus on teaching dogs what TO do, not what NOT to do—because a dead dog already 'doesn't do' everything.

This positive, proactive approach is core to our off-leash obedience methodology at Off Leash K9 Asheville. We teach active commands like "Place," "Come," and "Heel" that your dog chooses to perform.

Recall (the "come" command) is widely considered the hardest command because it fights a dog's natural drive to explore and investigate.

At Off Leash K9 Asheville, we specialize in distraction-proof off-leash recall, guaranteeing 100% reliability from your dog regardless of environmental distractions. This is our signature service and what sets us apart.

Call us at (828) 338-8255 or email [email protected]. Visit olk9ashe.dog to book your training session.

We're Asheville's #1 dog trainers with a 4.9-star Google rating and 236+ verified customer reviews. We're open Monday–Friday 8am–6pm, Saturday 9am–5pm, and Sunday 10am–4pm. Call now →