Salty Dogs Obedience Training

Training is personalized and delivered in-home or in real-world settings. Programs include basic to advanced obedience, family dog training with child-safe participation, behavior modification for issues like reactivity and anxiety, puppy prep covering socialization and house training, and specialized certification prep for Canine Good Citizen and Therapy or Service Dog roles. Sessions are ongoing and tailored to each dog’s needs and family goals.

Salty Dogs Obedience Training is a certified dog training business established in 1999, serving New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick counties. Led by certified professional trainer Beth Shepherd, the business specializes in positive reinforcement methods to create fun, rewarding training experiences for dogs and their families. Services include obedience training from basic to advanced levels, family dog training with age-appropriate goals, behavior modification for issues like leash reactivity and separation anxiety, puppy preparation, and specialized programs for therapy and service dogs, including Diabetic Alert and Mobility Assistance dogs. The trainer is veterinarian-recommended and trusted by local rescues and daycares for complex behavioral cases.

Beth provides in-home training and real-world sessions, helping owners understand their dogs’ communication and build lasting skills. Her approach emphasizes personalized, science-based techniques that empower families to continue training effectively. Clients praise her patience, expertise, and ability to transform even the most challenging behaviors with positive methods.

The business also supports community initiatives through Cape Fear Service Dogs, highlighting its commitment to service and therapy dog work.

Accomplishments

Beth Shepherd is a Certified Professional Family Dog Trainer (CPADT) with over 30 years of experience. She is the primary referral for local veterinarians, rescues, and daycares for complex behavioral cases and has successfully trained thousands of dogs, including service and therapy dogs for specialized tasks like diabetic alert and mobility assistance.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact Salty Dogs Obedience Training via phone or email to schedule an initial consultation. Training begins with an assessment of the dog’s behavior and family goals, followed by personalized session planning conducted in-home or in real-world environments.