LIBERTY CANINE – LLC
Service area: Serves Columbus, Fort Moore, and surrounding areas in Georgia; also serves McMinnville, TN and surrounding regions.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Recall
- Separation Anxiety
- Barking Excessively
- Potty Training
- Stealing Food
- Fearfulness
Training Formats Offered
- Board and Train
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Day Training
Program Formats
- Intensive Program
- Sessions Package
- One-Time Consultation
Types of Dogs
- Sporting
- Working
- Herding
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Liberty Canine offers intensive board-and-train programs ranging from 4 to 12 weeks, tailored to obedience, hunting, and puppy development. The Freedom Package focuses on obedience through distractions; the Pointer and Versatile Packages target upland hunting skills with age minimums of 6 and 8 months respectively. The Traveler Package adds hands-on hunting trips. For owners preferring in-person lessons, The Basics (4 weeks) and Advanced Lessons (8 weeks) are offered weekly at the client’s chosen location. The Puppy Program is a two-part foundational course. All programs include owner education to sustain progress at home.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Offers structured board-and-train packages including Freedom (4 weeks), Pointer (8 weeks), Versatile (12 weeks), and Traveler (4 weeks + hunting trips). Also offers lesson packages: The Basics (4 weeks) and Advanced Lessons (8 weeks). Pricing not publicly listed; requires consultation for details.
Testimonials
“The transformation is incredible, thanks to Randall. He is an excellent trainer! He truly understands animals, their behaviors, and how to train them; there are none better than him. She was in excellent condition when we picked her up!! We rate him 10++++. Lily had 6 weeks of Obedience and Field Training. Prior to training she pulled/jerked on leash and ignored commands; in the field she pointed everything. She now is obedient and fun at home and in public places, and she only points quail!! He was persistent and consistent with her training, and she finally got it!! He taught us how to continue her training at home. Through his training, she became obedient, confident, and eager to please. He changed her life and ours as we now get to enjoy this wonderful dog doing activities that once were not possible. We absolutely would go through this journey again with Randall. Thanks, Randall!!!!”
– Marge & Dean
“Liberty Canine changed everything for me & my good boy. He’s a great house dog & very obedient after spending a couple week with Randall, which is great for me as I am a first time dog owner. His obedience along with the classes I have been provided have improved our relationship & helped me understand how to communicate with my dog. I was afraid that my dog would never be a bird hunter, as he was not interested in birds & was gun shy. Liberty Canine changed that all & now he’s a bird hunting machine that holds steady until flush & doesn’t care about gun fire at all. I am very thankful of the training, now we can be buddies in the woods & at home”
– Cory
“Absolutely phenomenal training! I truly learned that you can have a dog with Freedom Through Obedience. The trainer is dedicated, professional, and strives for perfection. He let’s the dog drive the progression of the training, and takes your dog to the next level. Highly recommend! My dog is the best trained dog I’ve ever had!! Update – Liberty Canine just trained my dog how to do Search and Rescue Tracking, Explosive detection, and advanced obedience! My dog is officially smarter than me!!”
– Leo
About the Trainer
Liberty Canine LLC is a premium dog training business based in Columbus, GA, and McMinnville, TN, offering personalized training for pet dogs and hunting dogs. Founded by Randall Lykens and Nick Adair, the company specializes in obedience, puppy training, and pointing breed hunting dog programs using a balanced approach focused on clarity, trust, and communication. They emphasize small class sizes and limited board-and-train capacity to ensure one-on-one attention and lasting results. Their training helps dogs become well-mannered companions at home and high-performing partners in the field. They also offer general boarding with supervised play, walks, and private kenneling. Owners receive ongoing education to continue training at home, reinforcing the bond between dog and handler.
Randall, a NePoPo(r) New Gold Certified Trainer and Multi-Purpose Canine Handler, brings over 17 years of experience and has competed against top police canine teams nationwide. Nick, a former military professional and founder of the Gun Dog It Yourself podcast, brings elite hunting dog expertise and a strategic, relationship-driven approach. Together, they deliver results-focused training that transforms dogs into confident, obedient, and joyful companions.
Accomplishments
Randall Lykens is a NePoPo(r) New Gold Certified Trainer and Multi-Purpose Canine Handler with six advanced training courses completed under nationally recognized instructors. He has competed in weeklong working dog competitions against top U.S. police canine teams, earning multiple 1st–3rd place awards. Nick Adair is the founder of the Gun Dog It Yourself podcast and has trained and evaluated dogs across the country, bringing elite hunting dog expertise to clients.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a free consultation, either by phone or email, to discuss the dog’s needs and select the appropriate training program. After consultation, clients can book a board-and-train slot or schedule lesson sessions.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 9am-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
Location
1949 Plantation Creek Rd, Fortson, GA 31808Listing Tools for Trainers
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