Old North Dog Training, LLC
Ranked #3 in Concord and #88 in North Carolina
Service area: Based in Concord, NC, and serving the Charlotte area, including the Piedmont of North Carolina. Training locations include Latta Plantation, Lake Norman State Park, Mountain Island Lake, Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, McDonald General Store, Rocky River Blueway, Idlewild Road Park, Cabela’s, Les Meyer’s Park, Catawba River, Uwharrie National Forest, Cabarrus Brewing Co., Frank Liske Park, Buffalo Creek Preserve Trailhead, Mint Hill Vietnam Veterans Park, US National Whitewater Center, Lowe’s, Tractor Supply Co., Bass Pro Shops, Commoners Brewing Co., and Pisgah National Forest.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Recall
- Jumping on People
- Resource Guarding
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Fearfulness
Training Formats Offered
- In-Home
- Board and Train
- Private Lessons
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Intensive Program
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
All programs incorporate both in-home lessons and a residency (board and train) at their facility, focusing on training the dog first and then the owner.
Pup Scouts: Designed for puppies up to 6 months of age. This program includes weekly lessons taught at home and afield, followed by a 1- or 2-week board and train. Topics covered include potty training, socializing, crate training, boredom busters, mouthing, grooming tips, veterinary practice, leash skills, and coming when called.
Knucklehead: A 3-week board and train program for dogs that have basic skills but struggle with problem behaviors like jumping on people or pulling on walks. The program aims to solve these issues and sharpen obedience, including 3 subsequent lessons once the dog returns home.
Ranger: This is their premier 6-week board and train program, offering unlimited follow-up lessons. It focuses on off-leash obedience, socialization, and adventure training. Dogs become temporary family members, living and training with the trainers daily. The program includes an E-Collar (typically mini educator ET-300), a place bed, and a 20’ leash.
The Hero’s Journey: An 8-week board and train program geared towards intensive behavior modification for dogs that are fearful or exhibit dangerous behaviors. This program includes the Ranger school curriculum with additional time dedicated to building trust and modifying behaviors. Close contact with owners is maintained during the dog’s stay, and unlimited, required subsequent lessons are provided. All training tools are included.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
They offer a free in-home consultation. A Military and First Responder discount is available. Specific pricing for programs is not provided.
Testimonials
“We totally entrusted our new pup with Andrew after an excellent referral and could not be happier. He always communicates and we have been in contact during training. Andrew is always there to answer questions and updates. The care of our dog has been top notch, the training and accommodating us through the process. We thoroughly recommend Andrew of Old North Dog Training.”
– Mishon Morris and Freedom
“We will be forever grateful to Drew for helping shape our puppy in to the fun-loving, obedient dog he is today…Drew catered to our dog’s strengths, sharpening his recall, listening and off the leash skills, while also working on his weaknesses, nipping his resource protecting tendencies in the butt. Drew PATIENTLY worked with us to transition his training techniques. Nearly a year later, the skills Drew taught our dog are as sharp as the day we picked him up from the program. I would highly, highly recommend Old North to anyone wanting to gain a well-trained dog!”
– Caitlin Leleck Verrillo and Hank
“I would really like to emphasize that Drew does not employ a “one size fits all” training style that we have been subjected to in the past. He worked extensively with us to really understand the relationship dynamic with us and our dogs and tailored his training method based on this information. We really appreciated his patience and demeanor with us throughout our training sessions.”
– Steve Harrington with Enzo and Mabel
About the Trainer
Old North Dog Training, LLC, located in the Piedmont of North Carolina, aims to help families create the life they desire with their canine companions. They offer training for obedience, life skills, and adventure, catering to dogs needing minor refinement or those completely out of control.
The business emphasizes getting out and experiencing the world together as a key to a happy, healthy companion. Their programs combine lessons at the client’s home with a residency at their facility, focusing on training the dog first and then teaching the owner how to apply what the dog has learned. This approach is designed for rapid and lasting change.
Clients are welcome to visit their dogs during residency and participate in training, and the business provides photo updates of dogs on adventures. Old North Dog Training also offers a discount for military personnel and first responders.
How to Get Started!
Clients can contact Old North Dog Training for a free in-home consultation. They can call directly or request a call back to set up a training program tailored to their goals.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
Associations
- Accredited
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service