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Everything we get asked the most. About our programs, our methods, and what to expect when you train with us.
01 / Programs
About the programs
It depends on your dog and the program. Leash Training is 5 weeks. Leash + Recall is 8 to 10 weeks. Board and Train is 4 to 6 weeks. Group classes run 4 or 6 weeks. Every dog is different, and the evaluation helps us recommend the right timeline for yours.
We offer three private programs: Leash Training ($1,400), Leash + Recall ($2,400), and Board and Train ($6,000). We also offer group classes including Leash Training Foundations ($497, 4 weeks) and AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Class ($349, 6 weeks). Every program starts with an evaluation.
In private lessons, your dog stays home and trains with you once a week. In Board and Train, your dog lives with your trainer and trains every single day for 4 to 6 weeks. Board and Train produces faster results because of the daily consistency and full immersion in structure.
Yes. Even with Board and Train, you receive a go-home lesson and follow-up sessions so you learn to maintain the results. With private lessons, you are an active participant in every session. Long-term results depend on your consistency at home.
02 / Board and Train
About Board and Train
Yes, when both sides do their part. Your dog trains every day in real-world environments and builds reliable habits. The go-home lesson and four follow-up sessions ensure the skills transfer to your home and daily life.
Dogs do not forget training. What they need is an owner who maintains the same structure and communication at home. That is exactly what the go-home lesson and four follow-up sessions are for. The skills transfer when you do the work too.
Morning structure and threshold work, midday real-world training in parks and neighborhoods, afternoon public access at stores and restaurants, and evening household integration with down-stays and place. Your dog trains throughout the day, not just during one session.
$6,000. That includes all training tools, daily structured training, a go-home lesson, four follow-up sessions, and lifetime support. Payment plans and financing through Affirm, Klarna, and Afterpay are available.
03 / Methods
About our training methods
Balanced training uses both positive reinforcement and fair accountability. We reward good behavior and provide clear, consistent corrections when needed. This approach produces reliable results that hold up in the real world, not just in a controlled setting.
Yes, in the Leash + Recall and Board and Train programs. We use professional-grade e-collars (Dogtra systems) at the lowest effective level. The e-collar is conditioned carefully so your dog understands the stimulation as a clear signal, not a punishment. The result is reliable off-leash communication.
Yes, when fitted and used correctly. Prong collars distribute pressure evenly around the neck and are safer than flat collars that put all pressure on the trachea. E-collars use low-level stimulation similar to a TENS unit. We teach you exactly how to use every tool properly.
Treats are great for teaching new behaviors in low-distraction settings. But they lose influence when a dog is distracted by a squirrel, another dog, or is in full sprint. Balanced training adds the clarity and accountability needed for results that hold up in real life, not just your kitchen.
04 / Results
About results
Yes. We have seen dogs go from uncontrollable on leash to off-leash reliable, from reactive to calm in public, from fearful to confident. It takes the right training, consistency, and an owner willing to do the work. The results are real.
Most previous training fails because it happens in controlled environments and does not hold up with real-world distractions. We train where life actually happens from day one. If your dog listens at home but falls apart outside, that is exactly the problem we are designed to fix.
We do not guarantee specific outcomes because results depend on handler consistency. What we guarantee is the quality of the training, the tools, the support, and the follow-through on our end. The clients who get the best results are the ones who stay consistent after the program ends.
05 / Getting started
Getting started
Book an evaluation. We meet your dog, hear what is going on, and build a plan together. The evaluation takes about an hour and there is no commitment required. You leave knowing exactly what your dog needs.
We serve Greenville County, Spartanburg County, and surrounding areas in Upstate South Carolina. We also serve Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas. If you are nearby but not sure, reach out — we may be able to accommodate.
We work with most dogs. The best fit is dogs with leash pulling, reactivity, lack of obedience, or high-energy behavior. We do not take dogs with serious bite histories or active aggression, and we do not offer scentwork, agility, or service dog certification.
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