Patrick Hickey of Barkbusters Lake Norman literally changed my dog life! I decided to foster a…read morepitbull through the Charlotte Animal Control Shelter, and have no experience with pitbulls. She didn't seem like she'd be as challenging as she ended up being, and I was really struggling. I reached out to him, and within 2, 2.5 hrs sessions, it was like a switch flipped in her brain (mine too.) A previously leash reactive / dog reactive, prey driven, territorial dog who was unmanageable for me became easy. Now she's chill, takes her cues from me, is walking with dogs, we even went to a busy dog bar with no problem, something I thought would never happen. No prong collar, no muzzle, not even a heavy hand.. something 2 other trainers told me I needed. Now I feel equipped, and he's always available to help with additional concerns. Patrick is kind, gentle, community oriented, and genuine. I highly recommend him!!

We had such a wonderful experience working with Patrick and our foster dog, Harley!…read more Harley is a sweet, timid girl who struggles with confidence and separation anxiety. Our goal has been to help her feel more secure, independent, and comfortable in everyday situations so she can continue making progress toward becoming the happy, confident dog we know she can be. During our first session, we worked on establishing boundaries and creating more structure in our home. This included practicing calm behavior at doors and gates, helping Harley become less dependent on constantly following us around, and teaching her to settle in a designated place while we relax at home. What we appreciated most was how he took the time to explain not just what we should be doing, but why these techniques matter and how they can help Harley develop confidence and independence over time. He was patient, knowledgeable, and thoughtful in his approach, giving us practical tools we can consistently incorporate into our daily routine. We left our session feeling encouraged and better equipped to help Harley continue progressing. We're excited to keep working on everything we learned and see how Harley grows with consistency and time. We would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, compassionate trainer who genuinely wants to help dogs and their people succeed! And a special note: Harley is available for adoption through the Charlotte Golden Retriever Rescue. She's a beautiful, sweet girl who deserves a loving forever home, and we're working hard to help her become the most confident version of herself.

To think where we would be without Liz at Carolina Canine Training is scary! Like everyone else we…read moregot a puppy and thought we could manage with the training ourselves with just a typical puppy class. You know the story.... Life got in the way and our efforts were just not making the cut.... it was time to turn to a Professional! Thinking about leaving our "baby" in the care of someone else for 4 whole weeks was a bit scary at first! As soon as Banks met Liz and seemed to just melt around her all of our fears were quickly gone! Liz has the presence where dogs just know to respect her :) 4 weeks later Banks was walking on a leash well enough for a toddler to walk him, had learned how to "Place" on his bed and went into his Kennel with ease. He no longer jumped all over us and had a sense of calm about him we had never seen before. I only wish I would have taken a Before video as the changes were that remarkable. Banks is a very smart dog but we were very amazed at the things he was able to master in his 4 weeks at Carolina Canine Training. I can't recommend this team enough and am so thankful we have a place to send our next puppy!! I wonder if they take kids too? ;) Oh, and we loved all of the updates we received via email, text and phone. I'm pretty sure the hardest part of dog training might be dealing with the parents!

From the owner: At Carolina Canine Training we provide the most comprehensive training programs available…read more Our programs are tailor made for you, your dog, and your lifestyle. Best of all, we offer a variety of affordable and reliable training options. Our trainers will help you determine which training methods will allow your dog to reach its highest potential while keeping training fun and result oriented. Whether you are looking to bring a new puppy into your home, have a well mannered family dog, or solve a difficult behavior problem from destructiveness to aggression, Carolina Canine Training has the plan for you!

This is a great fun place to train your dog indoors. They trainers are caring and know what they…read moreare doing. They are also great with dealing with reactive dogs not just easy dogs. They have helped me so much to make it fun spending time with my dog and build a better relationship with him. Angus is much easier to work with and friendlier with people now. It's a great place to play with your dog not just train. They have fun stuff like tricks, scent work, Puploties and other classes.

From the owner: Welcome to Zoom Room Dog Training in Huntersville- Lake Norman, providing exceptional dog training…read moreclasses using only positive reinforcement. Small group classes or private training sessions allow our expert dog trainers to teach obedience, dog agility, puppy training classes and enrichment workshops in our indoor climate-controlled dog gym. You can also get in some exercise during a Playgroup or Private Gym session, or throw your dog a birthday party! We're available for fund-raisers for rescue groups, too, as well as meet-ups, or other canine social events. If you're looking for the best dog trainers in Cornelius or Huntersville, please stop on by or give us a call.

I can't say enough good things about Off Leash K9 Training! Our trainer, Lindsey, was incredibly…read moreknowledgeable and made the entire process fun and engaging for both me and my pup, Ashe. Ashe at 6 months of age can be a bit of a handful , but Lindsey took the time to understand his behavior and tailored the training to his needs. After just two weeks, we noticed Ashe's confidence soar. Ashe is now much better behaved at the park, and he's responding wonderfully to commands like "sit," "place," "heel," and "come." This is the second dog I put through Off Leash K9 Training, and they truly help build trust between you and your pup. It allows you to take your pup into the world and enjoy life rather than sitting at home alone. I also love how Lindsey emphasizes the importance of consistency and makes sure we're practicing the right way at home. I feel so much more confident as a dog owner, and Ashe seems happier too! I highly recommend Off Leash K9 Training of Charlotte to anyone looking to strengthen the bond with their dog and improve both their quality of life and behavior!

We sent Shadow for a two week board and train. Her trainer, Claire, did an amazing job! She kept in…read moretouch with us daily, sent the best videos and pictures, and updated with what they worked on. She even sent some fun videos for our kids to see him playing, not just training. She edited her videos so we could see a lot of what they worked on each day. Claire really understood Shadow and his needs. At pick up, she did a great job explaining everything to us, guiding us on how to follow through at home, and loving on Shadow one last time. You could tell he was sad to leave her. Claire was so encouraging and loving towards him. Shadow's been home less than a week and because of Claire, he is behaving so much better. He's been able to off leash and not jump on people he's greeting. Thank you so much Claire and Off Leash K9 Charlotte!

We used The Dog Knowledge to train our 7 month Australian Labradoodle. It was a fantastic…read moreexperience! He came back to us a MUCH better behaved dog. We were especially struggling with his leash behavior. He learned to "heel" and no longer drags us on walks. He also generally is doing a better/faster job of calming down when we need it while maintaining his playful puppy behavior. The Dog Knowledge team has been great with their follow up including a recent follow up training session in our home. We would strongly recommend The Dog Knowledge to others seeking dog training.

This is our second time using The Dog Knowledge. We have become such busy people as a society and…read morethe thought of trying to train our dogs without help was just too overwhelming. The 4 week program gave us the perfect foundation to build on and have a well behaved member of our family. Highly recommend

My family and I were first introduced to Lorrie about 16 years ago when we desperately needed our…read moreRotty-Australian Sheppard mix trained. Our young Ruby was turning into a monster of sorts, treating us like cattle during walks and even getting to the point of pure destruction. Lorrie worked with Ruby and honestly saved her life. If not for Lorrie's unbelievable training we would not have been able to keep Ruby in our lives. From that point on, Ruby was a perfect angel on her walks, respected each of us as her master, and was the most loving, caring and wonderful dog we could have ever hoped for. Five years ago my wife and I decided it was time to add another member to the family. We were looking for a small-mid sized dog, and fell in love with a Shiba Inu puppy whom we named Nala. We knew right away we would be signing Nala up for Lorrie's puppy classes, but little did we know, Shiba's had a nasty reputation and it was going to take a lot more work to mold her into the dog we wanted. Lorrie worked with her diligently and as Nala's Shiba attitude peaked, she worked harder than ever training her during the day, and keeping us accountable at home during the evening. After going through Lorrie's full program Nala was TRAINED! All of those typical Shiba characteristics were gone! She stopped wiggling out of her collar and running for the hills. She stopped air biting and showing her teeth. She was an angel just like our dear Ruby. To this day, friends, family and even strangers on the street compliment us on Nala's behavior. If you are thinking about working with a trainer, whether your pup has little issues or BIG issues, Lorrie, owner of Dog's Best Friend Training Academy (located in Denver, NC) is the woman to hire!!

Dog's Best Friend you are amazing! Lorrie is the most kind, passionate dog trainer you will ever…read moremeet. Thank you so much for giving me the gift of a well trained dog.

when we enter the parking lot Molly starts pacing and barking as she can't wait to get inside. The…read morestaff is very friendly, helpful and really care about the dogs. So glad we switched from another facility to Camp Wagging Tails!

Our dog pretzel had a great first day going through his orientation and play day! It was our first…read moretime going to doggy day care and I was more nervous than he was. The staff was super accommodating with my questions and they were also super thorough on getting pretzels background to ensure he and the other campers stay safe which I really appreciate. Drop off was easy, all of the other dogs were super excited to be there and went straight back which gave me peace of mind knowing other dogs enjoyed it so much. I love that we can watch the dogs on the multiple cameras and that we have a schedule on where they will be through the day. Come pick up time, he had a great progress report and was cleared to come back anytime he wanted! He was also exhausted which was the goal! I like that they offer a discount on return visits within 30 days of orientation too. We are excited for pretzel to continue his socialization and to burn off all his energy in a fun, safe environment.

We have .5 acres in South Charlotte and a yellow lab. I did the comparisons, looked at reviews, did…read morethe cost analysis and finally determined we'd give dogwatch a chance. We considered a wooden fence- but the cost with an invisible fence turned out to be ALOT less. We looked at competitors- and then saw other reviews about how the set-up and service is better- they were all right. The product and level of customer service we have experienced with Dog Watch has been absolutely incredible. Not only has our dog never gotten out following the install, but as I mentioned the cost was extremely reasonable given the size of our lot. However, I believe the service is what sets them apart--world class in this day and age. Give them a look if you are in the market, and if your experience is anything like ours, you'll be happy you did.

I've used these guys in the past. New house / new fence. although most of their work is buried in…read morethe ground - what is exposed speaks volumes. Nobody takes more pride in their work or care for your dog than these folks.

Kevin was amazing sending updates and videos and explaining things for us to do throughout the day…read moreGracie really loved being with him, jumped into and out of his car and we had been having to lift her in and out of our car He took her around and thru Lowe's and Birkdale Parks off leash and she didn't run away She never jumped on anyone while with him she is a changed 9 month old Labrador Puppy He trained us a well on things to do with her And for sure we will be signing up for more training dates Highly recommend Kevin

Kevin worked with our 8 month old pit bull puppy for two days. He doesn't jump on us as much so…read morethat is a improvement. We really enjoyed the videos he sent. We would recommend Kevin.

We love Doris Anderson with K-9 Bootcamp!!! My husband surprised me with a puppy for our 1 year…read moreanniversary while I surprised him with a trip to Greece. We found ourselves in quite the predicament, as he was too young to board at a kennel. We reached out to Doris and she made a special exception to accept him into her board and train program when he was only 10 weeks old... When she dropped him off after the program was complete, we had an 11.5 week old puppy housebroken and sleeping through the night with no crate accidents. What surprised me the most is that he patiently waits for you to open his crate and invite him out, he waits for you to invite him to go through the front the door and also waits in his "place" while you get his food ready. In addition to being such a patient sweet boy, he also knows how to sit, lay down, roll over, shake, spin right, spin left, leave-it, play hide and seek, and stay!! She also introduced him to swimming in her swimming pool and socialized him with multiple safe dogs and people. She was very responsive, professional and kept us posted daily on his progress and adventures. We felt at ease knowing he was in such a loving home. This is truly her passion and it shows through the wonderful work she did with sweet Chewy. We LOVE Doris and can't recommend her enough!

I can't say enough great things about Doris! My dog attended her board and train camp for 15 days…read moreand worked a lot on impulse control. There was a noticeable difference in his behavior. He also learned several more commands that he didn't know prior to going to Doris. She is extremely gentle and patient with the dogs, and has offered many helpful strategies to continue working with Tyson. I would highly recommend K-9 Bootcamp!