Southport Dog

Southport Dog offers a 4-week puppy training course focusing on potty training, basic commands, socialization, and leash manners. Obedience 101 and 102 classes teach sit, stay, down, heel, and leash control in structured group settings. Private sessions are customized for individual behavioral concerns. Classes are held on weekdays with morning and afternoon time slots. The facility also supports AKC CGC certification preparation and offers agility workshops.

Pricing Summary

Group puppy classes are $450 for a 4-week course; obedience classes (101 and 102) are $500 for a 4-week course; private one-on-one sessions are $150 per session. Dog park access is available via private booking through the Sniffspot app, with pricing set by the app.

Policies

Dogs must have current Rabies and DAPP vaccinations; Bordetella and K9 Influenza are strongly encouraged. Dog park access is by private booking only through the Sniffspot app. No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated for training sessions.

Southport Dog is a dog training facility located in Southport, North Carolina, founded in June 2024 by Tommy Tolley, a trainer with over 40 years of experience handling and training dogs, including 30 years in law enforcement. The business offers group obedience classes for puppies and adult dogs, as well as private one-on-one training sessions tailored to specific behavioral needs. Training focuses on foundational obedience, socialization, leash manners, and behavior modification in a supportive, family-friendly environment. The facility also features private dog parks available for booking through the Sniffspot app, with separate areas for small and large dogs, picnic tables for owners, and a welcoming atmosphere that includes drink options for humans. Training is led by Tommy and his daughter Christina, both experienced head trainers committed to strengthening the bond between dogs and their owners.

Southport Dog emphasizes positive, relationship-based training methods and requires current Rabies and DAPP vaccinations for all dogs. They support community events like adoption days and offer specialized programs including AKC CGC certification preparation. The facility is open Monday–Thursday for office hours, and dog park bookings are available 7 days a week via Sniffspot.

The business is located at 1222 N Howe Street, Southport, NC, and is designed to provide both structured training and safe, enjoyable playtime for dogs of all sizes and life stages.

Accomplishments

Tommy Tolley has over 40 years of experience training dogs, including 30 years in law enforcement working with police and rescue dogs. He transitioned to civilian dog training and founded Southport Dog in June 2024. His daughter Christina is a head trainer. Clients have successfully achieved AKC CGC certification through their program.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can call or email to inquire about class availability and schedule private sessions. Group classes have set start dates, and new clients are encouraged to contact the facility to confirm enrollment. Dog park access requires booking via the Sniffspot app.