Dogs By Andy – Greensboro

Dogs By Andy K-9 Services offers tailored training programs that utilize positive reinforcement techniques to enhance a dog’s behavior and strengthen the bond with their owner. Programs include On-Leash Training, which consists of five weeks of private, weekly lessons lasting 45 minutes to an hour. The On/Off-Leash Training program extends to ten weeks of private, weekly lessons of the same duration.

Their popular “Board and Train” program, known as In-Kennel Training, is a three-week intensive program where dogs stay at the facility for training. They also provide specialized training in Personal Protection, Search and Detection (for narcotics, explosives, contraband, or bed bugs), Service Dog Training (including service, therapy, and PTSD dogs), and general Obedience Training.

All instructors at Dogs By Andy K-9 Services are personally trained by Andy Hanellin and adhere to his proven successful methods. The business stands by its services with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, offering remedial training at no additional cost if clients are not happy with the results.

Pricing Summary

Training rates include: On-Leash Training for $1,100 (5 weeks of private lessons) and On/Off-Leash Training for $1,900 (10 weeks of private lessons). The In-Kennel Training, a 3-week “Board and Train” program, costs $4,150. Pricing for Protection Training, Search and Detection Training, Service Dog Training, Obedience Training, and Executive Protection is available upon request.

Boarding rates are $51 per day for Basic Boarding and $69 per day for Boarding with Obedience Cleanup (available only for previous clients). A payment plan of 1/2 down and pay-as-you-go is offered for training. For holiday boarding between December 17th and January 4th, a $75 per dog non-refundable deposit is required.

Additional amenities for boarding are available for a nominal fee, including Bedding Upgrade ($6), Room Service ($6), “Yappy Hour” ($4), 1:1 Playtime with Staff Member ($6), Adventure Outing ($10), Tummy Rub Tuck-In ($7), FaceTime ($5), Business Walk ($6), and Administration of Prescribed Medications ($1 per medication).

Policies

For boarding, Dogs By Andy Kennels and Training Center requires all pets to have up-to-date vaccination records on file, including Rabies, Distemper/Lepto/Parvo, and Bordetella. These records must be provided prior to the dog’s stay, preferably in advance via email, and vaccinations should be administered at least 5-7 days before the visit. An intranasal Bordetella vaccination requires a 24-hour waiting period before the dog can enter the facility. Titres are accepted in lieu of vaccinations.

Check-in for boarding is during business hours, and check-out time is 10:00 a.m. There are no check-ins or check-outs on Sundays or major holidays, including New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. For holiday boarding between December 17th and January 4th, a non-refundable deposit of $75 per dog is required to reserve a spot.

The business offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee on their training services, providing remedial training at no additional cost if a client is not satisfied.

Dogs By Andy K-9 Services is a dog training and boarding business with two locations in North Carolina: Charlotte Metro (Mooresville) and Piedmont Triad (Greensboro). Andy Hanellin, the Master Trainer, has over 40 years of experience and is recognized as a qualified instructor by the AKC.

The business offers tailored training programs designed to unlock a dog’s potential and deepen the bond with their owner, utilizing positive reinforcement techniques. They provide a 100% satisfaction guarantee, offering remedial training at no cost if clients are not happy.

Their facilities are custom-built, designed by Andy Hanellin, featuring boarding rooms, separate dog training areas, puppy play areas, and indoor training rooms. The Mooresville facility is safe and secure with 24-hour video monitoring, fire suppression, a full sprinkler system, and a state-of-the-art security system, with year-round climate-controlled buildings. They also sell dogs and have trained dogs for celebrity clients.

Accomplishments

Andy Hanellin is a Master Dog Trainer with over 40 years of experience, recognized as a qualified instructor by the AKC. He is also a certified expert in K-9 Law and serves as a qualified expert witness in court cases involving K-9 related matters, such as narcotics and explosives.

His extensive background includes serving as the Training Director for the Long Island K-9 Search and Rescue Group in New York, where his trained dogs conducted searches in federal prisons and schools, and provided security for public gatherings. Andy has held the position of Director of K-9 Training Services for the Catawba County, North Carolina, Sheriff’s Department since 2008, and previously for the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department from 2005 to 2007.

He acted as an Instructor and Consultant for India’s military explosives detection dogs from 2006 to 2008 and was a K-9 Protection Seminar Instructor for the American Police Canine Association in 2008. Since 1995, Andy has performed over 3,000 narcotics and explosive searches for various clients, including school districts, federal prisons, private businesses, and Corporate America, notably the Daytime Emmy Awards and Mobile Exxon facilities. He is a current narcotics detection dog handler and has been a Qualified Expert Trial Witness since 2010. Additionally, he is the co-owner of Paladin Executive Protection Dogs.

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients can schedule a free evaluation. For boarding services, a reservation request can be submitted online. It is recommended that clients review the Overnight Boarding Policies and Vaccination Requirements before submitting a reservation. The business advises potential clients to research thoroughly, contact multiple trainers, check with the Better Business Bureau, and verify kennel standards with the NC Department of Agriculture. They also suggest asking pertinent questions and meeting the trainers who will be working with their dog.