- jobrien@nck9.us
- 1802 Juniper Church Rd Four Oaks, NC 27524
919-353-7149
919-353-7149
Our owner and lead instructor, Jim O’Brien, handled two police canines while he was a patrolman in the state of New Hampshire. Jim and his canine partners were a huge asset in central New Hampshire and were responsible for the capture and arrest of countless suspects and drug seizures. Jim developed both canines programs from the ground up and had much success with both programs.
Jim was the lead instructor at two kennels in the state of NC where he was tasked with instructing Law Enforcement and Military personnel. Jim has instructed canine teams from around the world and has instructed classes for Working Dog Magazine, K9 Cop Magazine, Bravo 3, and Blue Line K9 conferences. Jim enjoys learning new skills to enhance his abilities as a trainer and continually strives to increase the success rates of his canine teams in the field.
Jim has had many great human influences and dog trainers over the years that have assisted his growth as a trainer and his love for dog training. However, the one being that grew that passion more than any human was his last partner, Blek. Blek was a great patrol dog, but was the best instructor!
Cody Laurine is the head trainer of our New Bern Location. Cody began his career in dogs being a canine handler for a Sheriff’s Office in North Carolina. He was paired with his partner,K9 Karma. Cody trained her in narcotics detection, tracking, and article searches. Their partnership grew as Cody immersed himself in canine training, learning decoying, bite work, and training other dogs from surrounding agencies. This hands-on approach allowed him to build his expertise, particularly in bite work and apprehension techniques, which are critical components of K9 police work.
Cody didn’t stop with just his initial training. He attended multiple decoy schools and specialized courses in bite work foundation, apprehension, and aggression building. His education continued after exiting law enforcement, as he completed the NC K9 Police Working Dog Trainer School and the Master Trainer’s course at Highland Canine Training.
In 2023, Cody transitioned to NC K9, where he works as a full-time canine trainer. His work at NC K9 extends his impact beyond law enforcement, as he trains not only police and working dogs but also pets, helping to address behavioral issues and build confidence in dogs of all backgrounds.
Cody’s philosophy centers on problem-solving and personalized training. He thrives on the challenge of figuring out what motivates each dog—whether it’s addressing aggression, building confidence, or helping dogs become well-behaved companions. His approach is practical, patient, and tailored to the unique needs of each dog.
Cody’s combination of practical experience, continued education, and passion for dog training make him a highly skilled and versatile trainer, able to work with a wide variety of dogs and challenges. His
deep love for training and understanding of canine behavior shines through in everything he does.
“I enjoy the problem-solving component of dog training. I like being able to grab the leash, work the pup, whether it be a pet or working dog, and find out what makes it tick. Whether its attempting to reverse aggression issues or build confidence, I enjoy watching the pups learn and grow to be confident dogs that everyone enjoys being around.”
Cody brings strong practical experience and a well-rounded understanding of handling high-pressure situations having both served as a Law Enforcement Officer and a U.S. Marine.
Call : 919-353-7149
jobrien@nck9.us
