Hound’s Tooth Academy For Dogs

Training programs include Puppy PreSchool (4 weeks, 1hr/week), Beginner Obedience (5 weeks, 1hr/week), Public Manners (6 weeks, 1hr/week), and Level 3 Advanced Obedience (4 weeks, 1hr/week). Drop-in classes are available for advanced students. Private sessions are offered at the facility or in-home, with a Foundation Skills Package of 4 sessions. Board and train is a full-service program where the dog is trained and then the owner is coached. All programs include follow-up support and customized plans based on individual goals.

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $100 to $225 depending on level (Puppy PreSchool: $125, Beginner: $225, Public Manners: $175, Level 3: $100). Drop-in classes are $10 per session. Private sessions are $80 each or $350 for a 4-session package (including equipment and follow-up materials). Board and train services are available but pricing not listed. All group classes include training materials and online support.

Hound’s Tooth Academy For Dogs is a professional dog training business based in Lexington, NC, founded in 2012 and led by certified trainer Kat Carter. They offer affordable group obedience classes, private training sessions, and board-and-train programs designed to help families build better relationships with their dogs. Their approach is customized to each dog’s personality and the owner’s lifestyle, avoiding one-size-fits-all methods. Kat emphasizes owner involvement and education, explaining not just how to train but why certain techniques work. The business is known for its strong focus on family dog training, with programs ranging from puppy preschool to advanced obedience and Canine Good Citizen testing. They also offer drop-in classes for ongoing skill refinement and in-home training options. Their facility is located at 1450-B South Main St, and they serve most of the Piedmont Triad region.

Kat Carter has been training dogs since 2004 and is a certified AKC CGC/CGC-A/CGC-U/STAR Puppy Evaluator and Certified Pet First Aid & Disaster Preparedness Instructor. The business has been voted Best Dog Trainer in the 2023 Dispatch “Best Of” Awards. They train dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds, addressing common behavioral issues like separation anxiety, leash pulling, barking, jumping, and potty training. Their training methods are rooted in positive reinforcement with individualized adjustments based on each dog’s needs.

Accomplishments

Voted Best Dog Trainer in the 2023 Dispatch “Best Of” Awards. Founder Kat Carter has been training since 2004 and holds certifications as an AKC CGC/CGC-A/CGC-U/STAR Puppy Evaluator and Certified Pet First Aid & Disaster Preparedness Instructor (ASHI). She is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP).

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can sign up for group classes online via the BusyPaws portal, contact Kat directly via email or phone to schedule a private session or consultation, or inquire about board and train services. A free initial consultation is offered to establish goals and create a customized training plan.