We’re passionate about helping you and your dog grow and learn together .
Meet Eric
Eric, a dedicated and experienced dog trainer, has been in the industry for nearly six years. His primary focus is helping owners cultivate strong and meaningful relationships with their dogs.
Having grown up surrounded by dogs, Eric possesses a profound understanding of their behavior and a unique ability to forge a deep bond with them. His journey into dog training began with fostering and rehoming abandoned puppies, paving the way for his transition into professional dog training.
To further his expertise, Eric pursued advanced education at Highland K9 School for dog trainers in North Carolina. Graduating from their master dog trainer program in December 2021, he acquired a wealth of knowledge.
With an unwavering passion for dogs and a heartfelt desire to assist others, Eric has found his calling in the dog training industry. His ultimate goal is to help owners and their dogs build unbreakable, lifelong bonds.
Meet Emily
If you’ve had a lesson with us in the past few years, there’s a good chance you’ve met Emily—or spotted her behind the camera capturing our dogs & clients in action!
Emily has been part of the Coastal Elite K9 Training team for several years, initially as our social media manager. Her passion for dogs and natural ability to connect with them drove her to step into the role of dog trainer last year.
A Winston-Salem native, Emily grew up with family dogs. Her dedication and skill have made her an incredible asset to our team, helping dogs and their owners achieve training success.
Emily specializes in private and puppy lessons, working closely with clients to lay the foundation for a happy and well-behaved pup. Whether it’s helping a new puppy learn the basics or training to specific needs, Emily brings patience and a love for what she does to every session.