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Coastal Canine Training Academy
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  • WHY K9 Life?
  • YD.YR.™
  • Group Training Path
  • Training Support
  • FAQ

Group Training Path

   Every dog starts somewhere.

  Starting in the right place makes everything easier.

This path helps you choose the course that fits your dog right now—so progress is clear from the start.


Where Is Your Dog Right Now?

 Struggles with basics (pulling, jumping, not listening)  

Start Core →

 Knows basics but doesn’t follow through around distractions

Start Growth →

 Solid skills but break in real life 

Start Reliability →

Ready for calm, controlled behavior in public settings

Start CGC →

Before You Enroll

 Group training only works if your dog can handle the environment. 

 Good fit for group training:
• can be around dogs and people without escalating
• can stay on leash with guidance
• able to refocus when redirected
• handler is ready to participate and follow through


Not ready for group training:
• lunging, snapping, or biting
• intense reactivity toward dogs or people
• cannot be safely managed in a group setting

If your dog isn’t here yet, don’t force it.

Start with Private Training →

Choose Your Starting Point

 Start where your dog is now — not where you want them to be. 


CORE BEHAVIORS

RELIABILITY COURSE

CORE BEHAVIORS

Step 1: Foundation

For dogs who need structure, focus, and clear communication in everyday life.

Start Core →

GROWTH COURSE

RELIABILITY COURSE

CORE BEHAVIORS

 Step 2: Consistency

For dogs with basic skills who need stronger follow-through around distractions.

Start Growth →

RELIABILITY COURSE

RELIABILITY COURSE

RELIABILITY COURSE

 Step 3: Real-World Reliability

For dogs ready to hold behaviors in real-life environments with higher expectations.

Start Reliability →

AKC CGC COURSE

RELIABILITY COURSE

RELIABILITY COURSE

 Step 4: Public Readiness

For teams preparing for the CGC test and polished public behavior.

Start CGC →

Still Not Sure?

 You don’t need to guess.

We’ll look at your dog, your environment, and your goals — and point you in the right direction.

Get Guidance →

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