Follow Our Lead
Service area: Serves Charleston, WV and surrounding areas within the local metropolitan region.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Working
- Sporting
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Follow Our Lead offers structured training programs including: 6-class AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program (8 weeks–5 months); 4-week Basic Obedience with weekly private lessons and homework; 4-week Advanced Obedience for dogs with foundational skills; 2-week Board & Train with lifetime follow-up support; and specialized programs like Intro to Odor Imprint (4 classes) and 4-week Scent Work Board & Train for high-drive puppies. Aggression and anxiety management is a 1-on-1 intensive program. All programs include personalized instruction and progress tracking.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Training programs range from $200 for Intro to Odor Imprint to $3,500 for the 4-week Scent Work Board & Train. Basic Obedience is $600 (includes e-collar and leash), Advanced Obedience is $400 (or $900 bundled), and the 2-Week Board & Train is $2,800. Aggression & Anxiety Management is $950. Puppy Training is $300 for 6 classes. Grooming services are available via separate online booking.
Testimonials
“I am soooooo grateful to have found Follow Our Lead!! My puppy, Jade, has been with them since she was just 14 weeks old for grooming, obedience training, scent work, and boarding. Every single experience has been beyond amazing. Thanks to their guidance, Jade is now well on her way to becoming a therapy dog at only 14 months old… They’ve continued to support us by answering training questions… That kind of ongoing support means so much and really sets them apart.”
– Justin
“Very helpful! I had taken in a dog that was already 3 and hadn’t been worked with… The classes were super helpful for me, taught me what I was doing wrong. So Follow Our Lead is a part of this girl’s rescue/success story… from being dumped and starving to thriving!”
– Name Not Provided
“I’d argue that this is the best dog trainer in the state. Cayla was incredible. Our 4-year old rescue is so well mannered… Before training, Biscuit was temperamental with children. She has no issues at all now.”
– Name Not Provided
About the Trainer
Follow Our Lead is a dog training and grooming business based in Charleston, WV, dedicated to strengthening the bond between dogs and their owners through personalized, one-on-one training and professional grooming services. They offer a range of training programs including puppy training (AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy), basic and advanced obedience, board and train, scent work, and aggression/anxiety management. Their training methods are tailored to each dog’s needs, with experienced trainers using balanced approaches. They provide lifetime support for many programs and have trained over 1,000 dogs in the past five years. In addition to training, they offer pet grooming, premium raw dog food, treats, collars, leashes, and kennels for sale. Their facility-based training and grooming services are designed for dogs of all ages and sizes, with a focus on results-driven, compassionate care.
They also offer specialized programs for working dogs, including detection and scent work, with selective intake for puppies with high drives. Clients praise their ongoing support, even after relocation, and highlight transformative results in behavior, confidence, and obedience.
Grooming services are available at their Charleston, WV facility, with online booking options. The business emphasizes trust, love, and expertise, with a strong reputation reflected in hundreds of 5-star reviews.
Accomplishments
Over 1,000 dogs have successfully graduated from their training programs in the last five years. They are an AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program provider. They have received hundreds of 5-star reviews on Google and Facebook, with clients praising transformative results in behavior and obedience.
How to Get Started!
Interested clients must contact the business via their contact page to book training or grooming services. Specialized programs like Scent Work Board & Train require prior coordination. Grooming can be booked directly through their Groomore link.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 9am-9pm
Tuesday: 9am-9pm
Wednesday: 9am-9pm
Thursday: 9am-9pm
Friday: 9am-9pm
Saturday: 9am-9pm
Sunday: 9am-9pm
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet groomer
- Kennel
- Pet boarding service
- Pet supply store
Location
1714 7th Ave, Charleston, WV 25387Listing Tools for Trainers
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