Pulling, lunging, jumping, not listening. Fixable, and faster than you think. It starts with a free 15-minute phone call.
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Fifteen minutes on the phone with a professional balanced trainer. Most owners tell us it was the first time anyone gave them a straight answer.
Pulling, reactivity, jumping, ignoring you, anxiety. Tell us what's going on and when it happens.
We'll tell you plainly whether it's something we can fix, and roughly what it takes.
If we're a fit, we set up a free in-person evaluation at a park or public spot near you, where we see the real dog and build your plan.
Which program fits your dog and your household, what it costs, and payment plan options.
You decide what happens next, on your timeline. The consultation is completely free.
Every program is taught where life happens: your neighborhood, busy parks, hardware stores, restaurants. A dog that only listens in the living room isn't trained yet.
Loose-leash walking, calm greetings, and real manners on the street. For the dog who drags you, lunges, or shuts down on walks.
Everything in Leash Training plus reliable off-leash recall and freedom, built on clear communication and fair, consistent tools.
Your dog lives and trains with us daily, then we teach you how to keep it. Best for busy owners or dogs who need intensive structure.
Not sure which fits? That's exactly what the free 15-min consultation is for.
Pick a time that works. We call you to hear what's going on with your dog and make sure we're a fit for each other.
If we're a fit, we meet at a central spot near you, usually a park or trail, so we can see how your dog handles the real world.
We explain what we see and lay out a step-by-step plan built for your dog and your household.
Start training with us or think it over. No pressure either way.
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★★★★★"After working with Maddie we saw improvement right away. After the 3rd week in a crowded Home Depot we were shocked how unbothered and confident he was."
★★★★★"Abby is no longer afraid to walk in public places. She prances proudly right by my side. I highly recommend Southern Hounds."
★★★★★"From the minute I met her and she did the eval on my Shepherd mix Thorn you could see the difference. She cares about the dogs and wants them to succeed."
★★★★★"Maddie with Southern Hounds is top shelf in my book. She will listen to your concerns and recommend a program to fit your needs."
★★★★★"We could not have had a more positive experience. Maddie is extremely knowledgeable, professional, patient and positive."
★★★★★"Maddie did more than she had to. That goes to show just how committed she is to helping us and our pets live better lives."
Yes. The 15-minute call is free with no obligation. If we're a fit, the in-person evaluation that follows is free too.
Upstate South Carolina: all of Spartanburg County and Greenville County.
At a central public spot near you, usually a park, trail, or shopping center. Your dog isn't struggling in your living room; it's out there. So that's where we meet, and that's where we see the real dog.
Balanced training. We teach dogs what to do, reward it heavily, and give clear, fair feedback when needed. It works for family pets, working breeds, and rescues dealing with pulling, leash reactivity, poor recall, and everyday manners.
Yes. Leash reactivity (barking, lunging, or pulling toward other dogs and people) is one of the most common things we work on. We don't take aggression cases, such as dogs with a bite history. If that's what you're dealing with, tell us on the call and we'll refer you to a trusted trainer who specializes in aggression.
That's fine. You'll still get an honest read on what's going on with your dog and what it would take to fix it.
Fifteen minutes on the phone lets us learn about your dog, confirm we serve your area, and make sure an in-person evaluation is worth your time and ours.
It starts with a free 15-minute consultation.
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