Atlantic Coast K-9 Training Service provides professional dog training in Charlottesville, Virginia, specializing in obedience training, puppy training, behavior modification, leash training, on leash and off-leash obedience, personal protection dogs, and Board & Train programs. With decades of experience training working dogs and helping family companions, we develop reliable, confident, and well-mannered dogs through customized, results-driven training. We work with puppies through advanced dogs of all breeds and tailor every program to meet each dog's temperament and each owner's goals. Serving Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Crozet, Ruckersville, Waynesboro, Staunton, Harrisonburg, and surrounding Central Virginia communities.
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Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparation
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Recall training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
Resource guarding
Separation anxiety
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Board and train
In-home training
Private training
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Adolescent dogs
Puppies
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Advanced obedience
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Personalized training plans
Assistance and working dogs
Protection training
Search and rescue training
Service dog training
Dog sports
IGP and protection sports
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Deaf or blind dogs
Multi-dog households
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Boarding
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5/5We recently had our 10-month-old puppy trained by Ralph, and the experience has been nothing short of incredible. Ralph not only communicated clearly with us throughout the process, but he also took the time to teach us how to effectively work with our dog.
Before training, we s…Read full reviewClose full review
We recently had our 10-month-old puppy trained by Ralph, and the experience has been nothing short of incredible. Ralph not only communicated clearly with us throughout the process, but he also took the time to teach us how to effectively work with our dog.
Before training, we struggled with being pulled around by our large, energetic pup. Now, we can walk side by side with him with minimal correction—and we’re still learning too! The transformation has been amazing, and the results have far exceeded our expectations.
We always believed our dog had potential, but what Ralph was able to bring out in him—and in us—was more than we could have hoped for. We highly recommend Ralph at Atlantic Coast K9 Training for anyone looking for real, lasting results.
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regina stull
5/5We just finished our 6 lesson package with Ralph and our German Shepherd Grace. Can’t say enough about Ralph’s patience and passion for dogs and training . He’s kind and has a real connection to the psyche of canines . Grace was quick to pick up his commands and we are extremely …Read full reviewClose full review
We just finished our 6 lesson package with Ralph and our German Shepherd Grace. Can’t say enough about Ralph’s patience and passion for dogs and training . He’s kind and has a real connection to the psyche of canines . Grace was quick to pick up his commands and we are extremely grateful for the progress she’s made in a short time . Just this morning her collar broke off on a busy road- in the old days she’d be off like a shot but I was able to put her in a sit immediately and she waited for me to get her back on leash!! In just 2 days she’s made improvement in her reactivity to the door bell, visitors and even her separation anxiety by some simple tips from Ralph- we are excited to continue training and look forward to the rewards we know will come . We recommend Ralph for any dog training- you won’t be disappointed!! Thanks Ralph !!
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Carl Heimlich
5/5
Ralph Smith is a fantastic dog trainer !
Experienced, patient, explains everything in great detail to set you up for success
Highly recommend !
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Olivier Piton
5/5
We couldn't be more happy to have met Ralph. Our female German Shepard was kind and caring but we needed someone who could train her. After a couple of training sessions it appeared the owners needed to be trained too and Ralph did it perfectly well.
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Glenn Thomson
5/5I have been dealing with Ralph for a few years now. He helped me train my Doberman about 6 years ago. He recently helped me train my rescue Barkley. The level of experience Ralph has is mind blowing. He can literally work with any dog. If you have a dog, Ralph can train it that's…Read full reviewClose full review
I have been dealing with Ralph for a few years now. He helped me train my Doberman about 6 years ago. He recently helped me train my rescue Barkley. The level of experience Ralph has is mind blowing. He can literally work with any dog. If you have a dog, Ralph can train it that's for sure! If I have any other dogs in the future that need training he will be my 1st and only call. Thanks Ralph for giving me 2 well trained dogs.
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