Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training, LLC

Foundational obedience training includes potty training, crate training, leash and off-leash training, recall, impulse control, and socialization. Programs include Day Camp (Daycare Training) for weekday-only training with a follow-up session, and Board & Train programs lasting 1–4 weeks. The 2-week and longer programs include a Martingale collar, e-collar, leash, 15-command checklist, and a 3–4 hour graduation session with the trainer. Graduates receive free lifetime follow-up sessions and free group classes. Rehabilitation programs are tailored for reactive or aggressive dogs and include the same inclusions as longer Board & Train programs.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons available; Daycare Training packages range from $150–$200; Board & Train programs cost $1,300–$4,600 depending on duration (1–4 weeks); 3–4 week rehabilitation programs are $3,600–$4,600. Spring Break 2025 promotions offer $100–$300 off depending on program length. Boarding is $52–$92 per day, daycare is $32–$72 per day. Non-refundable deposit required to schedule. Financing available via PayPal PayLater.

Policies

A non-refundable deposit is required to schedule any training program. All first-time clients must complete a free phone consultation before booking. Refund and cancellation policies are available on their Terms of Service page.

Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training, LLC is a certified dog training business based in Charlotte, NC, offering foundational obedience training for puppies and adult dogs. They provide private lessons, daycare training, and board & train programs designed to improve behavior, obedience, and communication between dogs and their owners. Training takes place in a home environment and in real-world settings to ensure lasting results. After training, clients can continue reinforcing skills through their on-site grooming, daycare, and boarding services. The business is led by certified professionals with over 10 years of experience, and they emphasize a reward-balanced approach. They also partner with a local rescue, Kal’s Pals, to foster and train dogs for adoption. Clients receive regular photo and video updates during board & train programs, and follow-up support is offered for life with 2-week or longer programs.

They are certified by the APDT as an Approved Educational Provider and hold Reward Balanced Certification through APDT and CCPDT. Their team includes multiple certified trainers and handlers, with Owner Michael Dubois as the primary trainer highlighted in testimonials. They offer free phone consultations for all first-time clients and provide financing options through PayPal PayLater.

Accomplishments

Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training is Reward Balanced Certified by APDT and CCPDT, and is an APDT Approved Educational Provider. The business has been operating since 2015, with over 10 years of experience training and rehabilitating dogs. The team includes multiple certified trainers and behavioral specialists, with Owner Michael Dubois recognized as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Behavioral Specialist.

How to Get Started!

All first-time clients must schedule a free phone consultation to discuss their dog’s needs and determine the best training program. This is done through an online intake form, after which a trainer will contact the client to confirm details.