Free dog training consultation
Obedient at home.
Reliable in public.
Professional dog training for Asheville, NC
★★★★★ 5.0 on Google · AKC evaluator
Real results Asheville dog owners are getting
Loose-leash walking
Your dog walks beside you without pulling, lunging, or dragging you down the street.
Calm greetings
No more jumping, barking, or chaos when guests come over or you pass people on a walk.
Reliable recall
Call your dog once and they come. At the park, in the yard, around other dogs.
Real-world focus
Your dog pays attention to you — not every squirrel, dog, or person that walks by.
You love your dog.
But something has to change.
"I dread walks."
You have tried the harness, the gentle leader, the treats. Your dog still pulls like a freight train. You walk at 6 AM just to avoid other people. You have thought about giving up walks entirely.
"I can't trust my dog."
Off-leash? Not a chance. Around other dogs? You hold your breath. Guests coming over? You lock the dog in a room. You love them, but you cannot trust them — and it is exhausting.
Maddie Powers
Maddie is the owner and head trainer of Southern Hounds LLC. With 7 years of professional experience and a background as a Doctor of Chiropractic, she brings a deep understanding of behavior, nervous system regulation, and biomechanics to every session. She is an AKC evaluator and uses balanced training methods that produce real-world results — not just controlled-setting performance.
Book your free consultation
Pick a time that works for you. We'll have a quick phone call to learn about your dog, discuss your goals, and see if we're the right fit — then schedule an in-person evaluation.
No obligation. No pressure. Just a conversation about your dog.