Horns to Halos Dog Training, L.L.C.
Service area: Serves Richlands, NC and surrounding areas within the greater Jacksonville, NC region.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Biting / Nipping
- Fearfulness
- Separation Anxiety
- Barking Excessively
- Jumping on People
- Leash Pulling
- Potty Training
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Day Training
- Private Facility
- Video Calls
- Board and Train
- Group Classes
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Training begins with a free 30-minute phone consultation to assess needs and goals. Clients then choose from a Foundation Lesson (90 minutes + 1 Zoom follow-up), a Full Private Program (customized, multi-session), or Day Training (3–4 days/week in-facility training with weekly owner lessons). Programs include behavior modification, enrichment strategies, management plans, and ongoing support via email, phone, or video. The Reactive to Relaxed program targets reactivity and fear-based behaviors. Support continues beyond sessions with lifetime access to resources and SOS lessons.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Foundation lesson: $200 (60-minute session with 1 Zoom follow-up). Full Private Program: $800–$1700 (customized, in-home/facility/virtual). Day Training/Private Combo: $1500–$2500 (3–4 days/week training with weekly private lesson). All programs begin with a free phone consultation.
Testimonials
“Wonderful insight to a dog’s needs. Helped me by being able to be a better dog mom to my pup, and helped my dog to have a more fulfilled life. I would definitely recommend Horns to Halos to anyone wanting some help with their pups!”
– Erica
“I’m So thankful to have found Katie!! She has worked with my fearful/reactive dog and we’ve seen so much progress. She has given me the tools I need to ensure my dogs environment is safe for her and others. She has helped give my pup confidence and the ability to calm herself down in stressful situations using positive reinforcement. This has allowed me to be comfortable in handling her in those environments I cannot recommend Katie and the Horns to Halos team enough!”
– Helen
“I’ve used Horns to Halos twice for my dog, once to help her adjust to living with a cat and another for anxiety. Both times, Horns to Halos has been extremely helpful and compassionate throughout our phone calls and even emailed me extra supplemental resources! I can’t recommend them enough if you have a dog you think could use a bit of training!”
– Cyara
About the Trainer
Horns to Halos Dog Training, L.L.C. is run by Katie Barger, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Dog Trainer, Canine Enrichment Technician, and Dog Bite Prevention Educator. The business specializes in addressing aggression, fear, and anxiety in dogs while also offering obedience and socialization training to prevent these issues from developing. All training programs are customized to help dog owners build better behavior and a stronger relationship with their dogs. Services include private training (in-home, facility, or virtual), day training, board and train options, seminars, workshops, and a reactive-to-relaxed program. The trainer emphasizes positive reinforcement and works closely with veterinarians and veterinary behaviorists. Clients receive ongoing support through email, phone calls, video sessions, and lifetime access to training videos. A free phone consultation is offered to all new clients, and an e-book with free training tips is available for download.
The business serves dog owners seeking practical, ethical, and personalized solutions to challenging behaviors, with a focus on keeping dogs in their home environment during training to ensure long-term success. Training is designed to fit into the owner’s lifestyle, with options for busy schedules including day training while the owner is at work.
Additional services include dog grooming provided by Lucas, and group classes such as puppy primary and weekly training clubs. The business also offers a dog training club with year-round access to training support.
Accomplishments
Katie Barger is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (IAABC-CDBC), Certified Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), Canine Enrichment Technician, and Dog Bite Prevention Educator. She has thousands of hours of continuing education and has helped thousands of dog owners. She partners with veterinarians and veterinary behaviorists to provide comprehensive care. She is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT).
How to Get Started!
Begin with a free 30-minute phone consultation scheduled online to discuss your dog’s behavior, goals, and available programs. After the consultation, you’ll receive immediate tips and a customized training plan recommendation.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 9am-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 9am-5pm
Certifications
- IAABC-CDBC
- CPDT-KA
- Credentialed
Associations
- APDT
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- Women-owned
- onsite services
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
- wheelchair accessible restroom
- wheelchair accessible seating
- LGBTQ-friendly
- transgender safespace
Other Services Offered
- Pet groomer
- Pet boarding service
- Dog day care center
Location
203 Academy St, Richlands, NC 28574Listing Tools for Trainers
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