Keystone K9

Best Dog Training in Raleigh, North Carolina and Surrounding Areas

Expert Dog Training In Raleigh

Founded in 2020, Keystone K9 offers a diverse dog training platform created by a true depth of knowledge.

Our area of expertise focuses around a meticulous, individualized training routine for your dog, and your dog only. 

This tailored approach is flexible by design, whether it be a single lesson tempo, or a board and train program. Either route taken, your dog will learn discipline and obedience, and most importantly, how to coexist with your family as desired.

We take great pride in the wide array of our training methods used to create a well balanced dog customized to each client’s specific needs.

Keystone K9 Your Elite Working Dog Company in North Carolina and Surrounding Areas

Puppy Training

Give your puppy the best start. Basic obedience, socialization, and good habits built during the window that matters most.

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Board & Train

An immersive program where your dog lives and trains with us, then comes home with real obedience already built in.

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Behavior Modification

Training that addresses aggression, reactivity, anxiety, and destructive habits through structured routines and consistent handling.

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Private Lessons

One on one coaching for you and your dog. You stay involved the whole way, so you learn the handling, not just the commands.

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Why Choose Keystone K9

Keystone K9 Your Elite Working Dog Company in North Carolina and Surrounding Areas

Our team is comprised of experienced trainers with a proven track record in dog training ranging from standard obedience to complex behavior modification.

We utilize the latest techniques and proven methodologies to train our dogs, ensuring they graduate our training programs as honor students!

We understand that each situation is unique, and we tailor our training programs to meet your specific needs and goals for training.

We are dedicated to providing you with exceptional service and support throughout your journey with us, both in and out of training.

Keystone K9 Your Elite Working Dog Company in North Carolina and Surrounding Areas

Why Choose Keystone K9?

Our team is comprised of experienced trainers with a proven track record in dog training ranging from standard obedience to complex behavior modification.

We utilize the latest techniques and proven methodologies to train our dogs, ensuring they graduate our training programs as honor students!

We understand that each situation is unique, and we tailor our training programs to meet your specific needs and goals for training.

We are dedicated to providing you with exceptional service and support throughout your journey with us, both in and out of training.

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Amy White
Aria, rescue
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“Aria is a rescue dog, and when we first started training, she was very nervous around both people and other dogs. The difference has been incredible! Aria is now doing amazing around both people and other dogs.”

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Lindsay Picard
Peanut, Pit/Boxer mix
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“Peanut is a Pittie/boxer mix and struggled when around other dogs. He completed a 4 week board and train. I couldn't be more proud of how far Peanut has come. I truly can't say enough good things.”

4-Week Board & Train
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Genevieve Wroblewski
Bella, Australian Shepherd
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“She greets people politely, holds her place when asked, and walks beautifully on a leash or e-collar. The biggest gift has been the confidence we now have to take her places with us.”

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Pete Iwancio
Golden Retriever
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“Casey sent me videos of him training, and playing, every day. I was impressed with the progress he was making in the videos, and I was even more impressed when he got home.”

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Nicole Hitt
Tank, German Shepherd
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“She resolved his low confidence, high-reactivity and solidified basic obedience to transform him into the perfect companion for our family. 100% recommend!”

Behavior & Obedience
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Princess Lai
Legend, Siberian Husky
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“My baby Legend came home calmer and much easier to manage. Kay was so amazing that I plan to send Legend back for advanced training.”

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Brogen Stewart
Tucker, Pit mix
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“Tucker was having problems with being mouthy and knowing boundaries. Since getting Tucker back he has been an amazing dog. His on and off leash obedience is amazing.”

3-Week Board & Train
Rhino, Rottweiler
Grace Yi
Rhino, Rottweiler
★★★★★

“I had an absolutely outstanding experience with Keystone K9 and our trainer, Casey! My Rottweiler, Rhino, completed the 3-week board and train, and the results have been amazing.”

3-Week Board & Train
Willow, 7-month-old puppy
Kori
Willow, 7-month-old puppy
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“As soon as Willow came home I could tell she was much more obedient and her confidence in new places grew tremendously.”

3-Week Board & Train
Maui, Mini Dachshund
Andrea
Maui, Mini Dachshund
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“After his boarding training sessions, the difference has been incredible. Maui is now willing to listen, follows commands, and is such a joy to have in our household.”

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Doodle puppy
Meaghan
Doodle puppy
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“Our pup is much better behaved. We had an AMAZING experience and couldn't be any happier!”

In-Home Puppy Training
Hayes, Cane Corso
Jesse Smith
Hayes, Cane Corso
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“Perfect experience! Just got my dog Hayes back and he has shown so much improvement. He is a 1 1/2 year old Cane Corso and he has turned into the perfect gentleman.”

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Dana Drew
Milo, German Shepherd
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“We sent our 9-month-old (85-pound) German Shepherd, Milo, to Casey for the 3-week board and train program. Casey was great at sending update texts, photos, and videos. Milo learned so much with Casey!”

3-Week Board & Train
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John Wheeler
Golden Retriever puppy
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“They had our 4 month old golden retriever for just two weeks and he came back a changed dog! We are very pleased and will use them again in the future.”

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Nico Rivera
Reactive dog
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“He lacked confidence so he was super reactive with other dogs and new people. After getting back he has shown an extreme amount of improvement. We can take him out in public now and he is well behaved.”

3-Week Board & Train
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Taylor Blackshear
Great Dane
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“They did an amazing job training my Great Dane, and the entire experience was positive from start to finish. It gave me so much confidence knowing my Great Dane was in such good hands.”

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Larry Duff
Cane Corso
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“She took a three year-old Cane Corso that was unruly and unsafe with people he didn't know and he came home very different after he was trained. I would do it again.”

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Kylie Flanagan
Moose, Bernedoodle
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“We sent our sweet Bernedoodle, Moose, for a 3 week board and train program. The second we met Casey she immediately eased all of our nerves. Over the course of the program, she continually sent updates, pictures and videos of his progress.”

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Lissette Saavedra
Milo
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“He was energetic, impulsive, and much more interested in doing his own thing than listening to us. 3 weeks later, Milo has come such a long way. He is walking better, responding to commands, and learning how to make good choices.”

3-Week Board & Train
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Kelly Jo Mcelhenney
Stella, rescue
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“Stella is a rescue, and because of her past, she needed patience, understanding, and someone who could help her feel safe while learning. Stella is now more confident, better behaved, and much more responsive.”

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Lauren Johnson
Chewy
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“Casey was so wonderful with our little Chewy. The training has allowed us to keep Chewy even with our new baby around, our family can stay whole!”

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Ebony Grant
Mixed breed, 2 yrs
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“Casey was able to find ways to redirect his energy and get him to focus on commands. She made things interesting for him and I think he thought he was on vacation the whole time lol.”

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What our past clients got to say about us

We enrolled our 7-month-old puppy, Willow, in the three-week board and train. We got daily photos and videos the whole time, and she came home noticeably more obedient and so much more confident in new places.
Kori
Board & Train Client, Raleigh
Keystone K9 Your Elite Working Dog Company in North Carolina and Surrounding Areas

Frequently Asked Questions

We proudly provide our services to clients in Raleigh, North Carolina and the surrounding areas. Wherever you are in this region, we are here to assist you with your dog training needs.

No two dogs are alike. Once you complete a free consultation with us, our skilled trainers will make a recommendation for the program that is best suited for the needs of your dog and your training goals.

Our trainers have a wide range of experience, and more importantly, each bring a unique set of skills which allows us to match you with a trainer that best suits your dogs needs and goals.