Personalized training for every stage of your dog’s journey

Why Our Training Works

At Appalachian Dog Training, we believe great training starts with clear communication and consistency. Our approach focuses on building reliable obedience and strengthening the bond between you and your dog.

  • Positive, structured methods that create lasting results

  • Professional trainers with decades of combined experience

  • Customized plans that fit your dog’s needs and your goals

What’s Best for you & your dog?

Every dog (and owner) learns differently. Whether you want hands-on coaching or a fully immersive program, we’ll help you choose the training path that fits your schedule, lifestyle, and goals.

Appalachian Dog Training trainer working with golden retrievers from breeding program in new indoor kennel facility in Mills River Western NC

Board & Train

  • Best for busy owners who want a professional foundation built for long-term success.

  • Immersive daily structure with consistent hands-on training and practice.

  • Builds calm, confident obedience in real-world settings.

  • Strengthens your dog’s focus, confidence, and trust while away from home.

  • Stage of Training: Maintenance

Appalachian Dog Training trainer guiding client and dog over agility seesaw during outdoor group dog training class in Mills River Western NC

Training Classes

  • Best for owners who want to learn alongside their dog and be part of the process.

  • Supportive small groups with guided instruction and real-world practice and pack walks.

  • Builds teamwork, focus, and communication between you and your dog.

  • Ideal for starting obedience, socialization, or brushing up on manners.

  • Stage of Training: Learning

room to play, room to rest

Golden Retriever Puppies | Early Puppy Development | Appalachian Dog Training
Cane Corso client dog Pablo sitting on leash during board and train program with Teddy the mini pony grazing in the background at Appalachian Dog Training in Mills River Western NC
Dogs staying in outdoor kennel runs at Appalachian Dog Training's boarding facility in Mills River, North Carolina.
Refresher Training & Boarding | Appalachian Dog Training
Golden Retriever Puppies | Appalachian Dog Training
On Leash Board & Train Dog Training Program | Appalachian Dog Training
On Leash Board & Train Dog Training Program | Appalachian Dog Training
Puppy Head Start Board & Train | Appalachian Dog Training
Dog Boarding in North Carolina | Appalachian Dog Training
Mack relaxing in an indoor kennel at Appalachian Dog Training's dog boarding facility in Mills River, North Carolina.
Kennel technician providing hands-on care and positive reinforcement to a dog at Appalachian Dog Training in Mills River, North Carolina.
Great Dane Magnolia receiving a treat from staff in indoor kennel during dog boarding stay at Appalachian Dog Training in Mills River Western NC
Refresher Training & Boarding | Appalachian Dog Training
Dog Boarding Facility | Outdoor Kennel Runs | Appalachian Dog Training
Dog Boarding Facility | Outdoor Kennel Runs | Appalachian Dog Training
Pug Millie sitting on leash during board and train program with head trainer apprentice trainer and kennel dog Rae at Appalachian Dog Training in Mills River Western NC
Barley relaxing in a climate-controlled indoor kennel at Appalachian Dog Training's dog boarding facility in Mills River, North Carolina.
Dogs staying in outdoor kennel runs at Appalachian Dog Training's boarding facility in Mills River, North Carolina.
Two bonded family dogs sharing a spacious indoor kennel at Appalachian Dog Training's boarding facility in Mills River, North Carolina.
Three dogs participating in a board and train program practice calm group behavior outdoors at Appalachian Dog Training in Mills River, North Carolina.

Have questions?

Get in touch! We look forward to hearing from you.

Brittany Spaniel puppy practicing place command during professional puppy training in Mills River, NC.