Atlantic Coast K-9 Training Service

Our English Setter puppy Emma was 17 weeks old when she started training with Ralph. She connected with Ralph right away. We were amazed at how how quickly Ralph got Emma to listen to him, focus on what he wanted her to do, and ignore distractions. Ralph not only trained Emma but he worked with us so that we can continue her training at home. We were impressed with how quickly Emma picked up new commands each week under Ralph's tutelage. We highly recommend Ralph and Atlantic Coast K-9 Training Service!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As someone who owns a professional pet care business and works with dogs every single day, I don't recommend trainers lightly. Ralph is truly exceptional. His training philosophy is thoughtful, effective, and built on creating a strong relationship between the dog and the owner. He doesn't just teach commands—he teaches you how to communicate with your dog in a way that creates trust, confidence, and lasting results. One of my favorite things is that everywhere I go, people stop to compliment my dogs on how incredibly well-trained they are. Whether we're hiking, walking through town, or out in public, I constantly hear how attentive, polite, and well-behaved they are. I always tell people the same thing: I owe so much of that to Ralph. He gave us the foundation that has allowed my dogs to become such wonderful companions. Beyond his knowledge, Ralph genuinely cares. He's patient, honest, and invested in helping both the dog and the owner succeed. The skills he teaches don't just improve behavior, they strengthen the bond you have with your dog. If you're looking for a trainer who will change the way you understand and work with your dog, I cannot recommend Ralph highly enough. My dogs and I are better because of him, and I'll always be grateful for everything he's taught us.

Finn and I had a great experience with Ralph. We took his Gold private package. His professionalism stood out from the very beginning, and he made the entire training process enjoyable and easy to follow. He helped Finn with basic obedience, and the improvement in his manners has been incredible. Ralph’s knowledge, patience, and clear guidance made a real difference. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and professional dog trainer!

We had an amazing experience working with Ralph to train our dog Cooper. It was obvious from the start that Ralph is very knowledgeable and understands how a dog’s mind works. He takes the time to walk you through each training command, and most importantly, explains why that command works for the dog. At 9 months old, Cooper is at the peak of his rebellious puppy stage, but Ralph gave us the tools to help him focus. We highly recommend working with him!