Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training, LLC

Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training offers Foundational Obedience Training Programs designed for puppies and adult dogs. These programs aim to help dogs understand rules, policies, and boundaries in a safe home environment and real-world settings.

Program options include Private Lessons, Day Camp “Daycare” Training, and Board & Train Programs (1, 2, 3, or 4 weeks). They also offer specialized 3 or 4-week Rehabilitation Programs tailored for highly reactive or unstable dogs.

The Foundational Obedience Training Course Curriculum covers Potty Training, Crate Training, E-Collar Training, Leash Training, Off-Leash Training, Recall Training, 15 Common Commands, Hand Signals, Place Training, Treadmill Training, Fetch Training, Impulse Control Training, and Socialization & Desensitization of Dogs, People, and Environments. Board & Train programs (2 weeks or more) include a Martingale Collar or Gentle Leader, E-Collar & Remote, 5ft Leash, 15 Common Command Checklist, a 3-4 hour Graduation Day session with a certified trainer, free follow-up sessions for life, free group classes, and desensitization to public environments.

Pricing Summary

Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training offers various programs with specific pricing. Day Camp “Daycare” Training Packages range from $150-$200. Board & Train Programs are priced at $1,300-$4,600 for 1, 2, 3, or 4 weeks. Rehabilitation Programs for highly reactive dogs cost $3,600-$4,600 for 3 or 4 weeks.

Promotions include a Spring Break Promotion 2025 offering $100 off 1 Week Board & Train, $200 off 2 Week Board & Train, and $300 off 3 Week Board & Train. PayPal PayLater Financing options are available.

After completing a training program, clients are eligible for regular pricing for boarding, daycare, and grooming services. Boarding costs $52 for 1 dog, $72 for 2 dogs, and $92 for 3 dogs for continuous training reinforcement. Daycare costs $32 for 1 dog, $52 for 2 dogs, and $72 for 3 dogs for continuous training reinforcement. Grooming quotes are available upon request. Non-refundable deposits are required to schedule a training program.

Policies

All services provided by Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training are non-refundable. Customers agree not to charge back credit card payments for services rendered.

Requests for service cancellation must be made a minimum of 5 days prior to the service date. No prorated or partial refunds will be issued for cancellations, as all services are prepaid. All outstanding invoices must be paid in full before a cancellation request can be processed. Non-refundable deposits are required to schedule a training program.

Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training, LLC is a dog training business based in Charlotte, NC, offering foundational obedience training for puppies and adult dogs. They provide a safe home environment for training and focus on enhancing communication skills between dogs and their owners.

The business offers various services including private lessons, day camp training, and board and train programs. They also provide boarding, daycare, and grooming services for dogs who have completed their training programs, ensuring continuous reinforcement of learned behaviors.

Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training is certified by APDT as an Approved Educational Provider and employs Reward Balanced Certified Professional Dog Trainers & Behavioral Specialists. With over 10 years of experience, they aim to help dogs show their true potential and achieve harmony with their families. They also partner with a local nonprofit animal rescue, Kal’s Pals, fostering dogs to help them find new homes.

Accomplishments

Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training is certified by APDT (Association of Professional Dog Trainers) as an Approved Educational Provider. They are recognized as Reward Balanced Certified Professional Dog Trainers & Behavioral Specialists.

The team includes Michael Dubois, Owner – CEO, Certified Professional Dog Trainer & Behavioral Specialist; Joselyn Dubois, Co-Owner Chief of Operations – Professional Dog Trainer & Certified Groomer/Pet Hygienist; and several other Professional Dog Trainers & Handlers. The business has been training and rehabilitating dogs for over 10 years.

How to Get Started!

To begin with Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training, a free phone consultation is required for all first-time clients. This consultation allows the team to discuss the dog’s issues and how they can assist.

Clients can schedule their free phone consultation by calling or texting 704-615-6113 or by filling out the client intake form on their website. The consultation typically lasts 30 minutes to an hour.