Dog Training for Cary, Raleigh, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs & Durham North Carolina

Meet the Team

Owner & Lead Trainer

Kieli Atherton

Certified dog trainer Kieli Atherton has attended three of the top dog training institutions in the country, with her favorite being the Michael Ellis School for Dog Training.

She is a committee member of the International Association of Canine Professionals, an organization committed to quality dog training and education.

Kieli has attended seminars hosted by Cesar Millan and animal behaviorist Ken Ramirez of the Karen Pryor Academy, which has given her a well-rounded knowledge of dog behavior.

Since beginning her career in 2006, Kieli has trained dogs in basic and advanced obedience, scent detection, search and rescue, agility, dock diving, competitive obedience, personal protection, and specializes in behavior modification.

Senior Trainer

Ashleigh Goss

Ashleigh Goss is a certified dog trainer with a CDT title from the IACP.

Growing up on her family's farm, Ashleigh's love for animals led her to work as a veterinary technician for several years. However, she soon discovered her true passion was working with dogs on a behavioral level.

Ashleigh is active in dog sports. She has completed the E-Collar Training Course and Leash Reactivity Course from the Michael Ellis School for Dog Trainers, the Rescue to Home Course from Leerburg University, and the Training With Tools Course from the International Association of Canine Professionals.

She attends educational opportunities whenever possible and has been part of the Canine Training Co. since February 2022.

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Accolades

Protection Sports Association:

5 time highest overall obedience score in trial. 5 time highest overall protection score in trial. 3 time high owner trained award. 3 time high in trial award. 3 time high club award. 2 time decoy pick dog award

PDC: First Place

PSA Level 1: 3 Legs, one with Highest Distinction. 3 First place in trial awards. 2014 East Coast Regional Champion. 2014 National Vice Champion.

PSA Level 2: 5 Legs. 4 First place in trial awards. 2015 East Coast Regional Vice Champion. 2015 National Vice Champion. Highest overall score in the nation in 2016

PSA Level 3: 5 Legs. 4 First place awards in trial. 2017 National Vice Champion. Highest overall score in the nation of 2018. First female handler to achieve 5 legs in the 3’s

About Us

Led by Kieli Atherton, our team of dog training experts brings knowledge and compassion with every interaction. Our certified trainers transform your dog’s behavior and help grow a stronger bond between you and your K9 companion. At the Canine Training Co., we emphasize that every pet deserves to be in a loving and supportive environment. This is why we provide the dog training North Carolina chooses.