Professional dog training serving
Charlotte, NC.
Southern Hounds brings structured, balanced training to Charlotte and surrounding areas. Real obedience. Real results. Built in real environments.
Book your consultationThree programs.
Built for real life.
Whether your dog needs leash manners, off-leash reliability, or full immersion, we have a program built for you.
Leash Training
5 weeks / Weekly private sessions
$1,400
Foundation obedience, leash manners, and public confidence. Best for pulling, reactivity, and real-world basics.
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8 to 10 weeks / Weekly private sessions
$2,400
Everything in Leash Training plus reliable off-leash recall using a professionally conditioned e-collar.
Learn more →Board and Train
4 to 6 weeks / Daily structured training
$6,000
Accelerated results for busy owners. Your dog lives with your trainer and trains every day in real-world environments.
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Meet Maddie.
Maddie Powers is the owner and head trainer of Southern Hounds LLC. She has spent 7 years helping frustrated dog owners build the control and confidence they thought was out of reach.
Her approach is simple: dogs need clear communication and accountability just as much as they need love. When you give them both, everything changes.
Where we work in the Charlotte area.
We come to you. Sessions happen in your home, your neighborhood, and the public spaces where your dog actually lives.
Outside this list? Reach out anyway. We regularly travel for clients in nearby areas and may be able to accommodate.
“Out of control to off-leash reliable.”
“I was leery about giving Roscoe up to a board and train program, but Maddie helped me understand it was truly the best thing I could do for him. She was wonderful, constantly keeping me updated with photos and videos of his progress. I am so grateful.”
Amanda S.
Board and Train
Real change starts with a conversation.
Book your consultation. We meet your dog, hear what is going on, and build a plan together. No pressure. No commitment. Just answers.