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Our Dog Training Steps To Success

At Run Free K9, we believe every dog deserves a clear path to becoming a happy, well-behaved companion. That’s why we’ve created a step-by-step process designed to make dog training simple, effective, and enjoyable for both owners and their pups.

Step 1: Schedule a Free 20-Minute Phone Consultation

Start your journey with an introductory call where we learn about your dog’s needs and behavior. This consultation helps us recommend the right dog training program for you.

Step 2: Complete Our Waiver and Training Questionnaire

This allows us to gather important background details to better understand your dog and your training goals.

Step 3: Initial In-Home Consultation

We come to your home for a personalized session, evaluating your dog’s unique personality and behavior. This sets the foundation for a customized obedience training plan.

Step 4: Select a Tailored Training Program

Whether you’re looking for puppy training classes, advanced obedience training, or targeted behavior support, we create programs designed to fit your lifestyle and your dog’s needs.

Step 5: Implement Our Proven Training Techniques

Using our positive yet structured methods, we’ll help your dog learn fundamental skills and address behavioral challenges. Our “paw-some” techniques make training enjoyable for both you and your pup.

Step 6: Join Free Pack Walks After Graduation

Community and consistency are key to long-term success. Graduates receive up to a year of free community dog pack walks, promoting socialization, confidence, and continued learning.

Step 7: Live Your Best Life with Your Well-Trained Companion

Enjoy the reward of a well-mannered dog, exclusive pack member perks, and ongoing support in a welcoming community of dog lovers.

Our Training Methodology

Our approach to dog behavior training and modification is built on the L.I.M.A. principle — Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive. We understand that every dog has a different threshold for what they find discouraging or motivating. That’s why we customize our training to each individual dog, ensuring effective communication without unnecessary stress.

While we make training fun, we also recognize that some behavioral challenges require more than treats alone. Our experienced dog behavior consultants use a wide range of humane, science-based techniques to strengthen your dog’s mindset, improve obedience, and enhance lifelong well-being.

We’re passionate about enhancing K9 health, happiness, and harmony through training that’s enjoyable for both you and your canine companion.

Money Saving Options

Community-Focused Dog Training Services

At Run Free K9, we are committed to supporting our local community by providing welfare-based dog training and behavior support for families and their pets. Our mission is to make professional dog training and puppy training programs accessible to dog owners who want compassionate, effective methods for building better behavior and stronger bonds with their pets.

We understand that many families want quality dog obedience training but may face financial barriers. That’s why we offer several affordable options to ensure every dog has the opportunity to thrive, including:

  • Rescue dog training discounts for adopted pets

  • Flexible financing options for training programs

  • Sliding scale discounts for those who qualify

 

Our pricing reflects the extensive education and hands-on experience we bring to every training session, but accessibility and community support remain a top priority. Whether you’re seeking puppy training classes, basic obedience training, or help with specific dog behavior challenges, we’re here to make it possible.

Be sure to ask about our discount and financing options during your phone consultation for dog training services.

Why Choose Us?

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Certified in Pet Psychology, Pet Sitting, Pet Nutrition, Service Dog Handling, and pet CPR & First Aid.

We are also an AKC evaluator and members of the International Association of Canine Professionals and the Association of Professional Dog Training.

Every graduate benefits from lifetime phone support and free pack walks for one year. Training your dog is a lifelong commitment; it goes beyond a 6-week program, which is why we consider all our clients to be clients for life!
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We serve the following areas:

The Greater Grand Strand Area:

  • Pawleys Island

  • Murrells Inlet

  • Litchfield

  • Myrtle Beach

  • Conway

  • Georgetown

  • Williamsburg County

  • Florence County

  • Marion County​

From Board and Stays to Private In-Home Dog Training!

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