Raleigh Dog Trainer: Meet Ben Berenfield
The Raleigh headquarters is where founder Ben Berenfield works directly with dogs, which serves as the base for our board-and-train program. Ben is a seasoned dog trainer with a decade of experience. His journey into canine behavior began in 2013 and has since been marked by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a commitment to nurturing the unique bond between dogs and their owners.
Ben’s approach to dog training in Raleigh and the surrounding area is deeply rooted in a belief in balance. Drawing on his extensive experience, he understands that the most effective training strategies involve a rewards-based approach tailored to each dog. This philosophy has not only proven successful in addressing a wide range of behavioral issues but has also empowered countless dogs and their owners to build harmonious and lasting relationships.
In 2018, Ben took his passion and expertise to the next level by founding Haven Dog Training, now a trusted dog training resource in Raleigh, NC, a company designed to transform the lives of dogs and their owners through education, understanding, and the belief that all dogs can be trained. Under his leadership, Haven Dog Training has quickly become a trusted resource for pet owners seeking a well-rounded, compassionate, and effective approach to dog training.
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA’S
BEST-RATED DOG TRAINERS
The Raleigh headquarters is where founder Ben Berenfield works directly with dogs, and it is the base for the board-and-train program. Dogs in our program do not stay in a kennel or a commercial facility. They live in a trainer’s home for the length of the program, in the kind of setting they will go back to.
That matters more than it sounds. A dog that learns to behave in a kennel run has learned to behave in a kennel run. A dog that learns in a house, around doorways and furniture and normal daily traffic, has learned something that transfers when it comes home.
WHAT WE CAN HELP RALEIGH DOG OWNERS WITH
An immersive board and train program where your dog stays with a professional trainer to build reliable obedience, structure, and real-world manners through consistent daily training.
Puppy training that focuses on foundations like obedience, socialization, and communication to help young dogs develop calm, confident habits from the start.
SERVICE TRAINING
Purpose-driven service dog training designed to teach reliable task work, focus, and obedience to support daily living and long-term independence.
AGGRESSION
Structured behavior modification that addresses the root causes of aggression while building calm responses, control, and trust through professional guidance.
OBEDIENCE TRAINING
Clear, consistent obedience training that strengthens core commands, leash manners, and impulse control for dependable behavior at home and in public.
One-on-one private dog training tailored to your dog, your home, and your goals, with hands-on coaching that fits real routines and real challenges.
DOG BOARDING
Safe, structured dog boarding for current Haven clients, providing attentive care and consistency while you travel, with routines your dog already knows.
A supervised pack program that supports social skills, confidence, and engagement through structured group play in a controlled, natural environment.
PROGRAMS WE OFFER
LET US HELP YOUR DOG SHOW YOU ITS TRUE POTENTIAL
Each of our three programs are tailored to meet your lifestyle and experience along with your dog’s personality. It is through these programs that we provide dog training to ensure you and your dog both build a foundation that can support a lifetime of friendship and companionship.
BOARD & TRAIN
Our most popular program offers extensive, in-depth training for your dog. The Board & Train program at Haven Dog Training has your dog stay at our trainers’ house. You get peace of mind, trainer supervision, and your dog is comfortable in a space that mimics familiar places. This is an excellent option if you don’t have enough time to spend training your dog on your own.
PRIVATE TRAINING
Sometimes, the training a dog needs for the best support possible is 1-on-1 training. We will work with you individually to demonstrate how you can train your dog to follow basic commands. This program includes 4 hour-long sessions and is best for humans who have enough time to spend on continuous training with their dogs even after the completion of the program.
PUPPY TRAINING
Puppies! It’s easy to get carried away by their adorable antics but a trained puppy is a happy puppy! This program trains your puppy to learn basic, important commands and also offers socialization opportunities. This 15-day program will give you the foundation you need to build a healthy, happy relationship with your puppy as they mature.
