Star Dog
Ranked #9 in Charlotte and #72 in North Carolina
Service area: Charlotte, NC
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Star Dog Charlotte offers various training programs for the “Urban Canine.” These include an Evaluation & Facility tour, a Puppy Education Program, STAR DOG Bootcamp training, and STAR DOG exercise DAYCAMP. They also provide Fast Paced Obedience and Agility Classes, and Puppy Classes focusing on obedience and agility.
New clients are evaluated by a trainer and/or complete a training course before participating in day camp.
Testimonials
“Top notch facility, great staff. They work with your dog and have classes you and your dog can attend. I have personally seen some amazing changes in animals that spend time there!!!”
– Jefferson Ferriss
“My Ellie has been going to Stardog since she was 12 weeks old. She has participated in Saturday classes regularly and more recently went through adult dog 1:1 training. I highly recommend Andy and his team. Ellie did great!”
– Julie Sikes
“What a wonderful experience we had at Star Dog! Andy and his crew are excellent! Trained our two puppies to be obedient dogs and stopped aggressive behaviors towards children. I can’t say enough good things about them!”
– Katie Williams
About the Trainer
Star Dog Charlotte is an innovative canine facility located uptown, designed for dog education, socialization, and relaxation. The facility spans over 30,000 sq ft, featuring a 10,000 sq ft indoor training arena with a rubber floor and a 16,000 sq ft outdoor artificial turf dog park. Their mission is to provide schooling to clients to give their dogs purpose, catering to the needs of the urban canine.
Dogs can train with knowledgeable trainers and socialize in a safe, supervised environment. Star Dog also offers a shop where they recommend and sell approved training equipment.
Accomplishments
Andy Bunn is the Owner of Star Dog, a Canine Coach, and leads the “Paws For All” initiative. He is credited with assembling a top-quality team and providing an over-the-top facility. Lisa Smith, a member of the team, is a skilled Therapy Dog handler.
How to Get Started!
New clients are required to undergo an evaluation by one of Star Dog’s trainers and/or complete a training course before participating in day camp. This initial step also includes a facility tour, an opportunity to meet the staff, and allows the dog to become familiar with the environment.
Clients can initiate this process by filling out a quick form on the website to request a call back from a trainer, indicating their interest in an “Evaluation and Tour,” “Training with Your Dog,” or “Puppy Classes.”
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Dog park
- Pet supply store