Top Dog Academy, Inc.

Top Dog Academy offers structured group classes including Puppy Kindergarten (4 weeks), Basic Obedience (7 weeks), Intermediate Obedience (7 weeks), Advanced Obedience (4 weeks, invitation-only), and Adventure (4 weeks, off-site). Private lessons are customizable and can include home or community follow-ups. Daycare Training is a daily program with weekly owner sessions, ideal for intensive behavior and obedience development. All programs require an initial consultation to assess fit and goals. Advanced Obedience requires completion of Intermediate, and Adventure requires Intermediate completion.

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $125 to $180 for 4- to 7-week series. Private lessons start at $50 for puppy sessions, $65 for obedience, and $80 for behavior modification. Daycare training packages are intensive: $750 for 2 weeks, $1,700 for 4 weeks, and $3,200 for 8 weeks (includes free follow-ups and group classes). Initial behavior consultations are $30; puppy and group class consultations are free.

Top Dog Academy, Inc. is a dog training and daycare facility based in Greenville, North Carolina, founded in 1997 by Drake Parker and partners. They offer group classes, private lessons, and a signature daycare training program that combines daily dog training with weekly owner sessions. Their philosophy emphasizes balanced training using consistency, praise, vocal tones, and fair corrections rather than relying solely on food rewards. They focus on building a trusting relationship between dogs and owners through practical, real-world obedience and behavior modification. Their facility provides a safe, clean environment for both training and daycare, with services tailored to puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. They also offer specialized programs for Canine Good Citizen and pet therapy preparation. Dog owners appreciate the personalized attention, long-term support, and the team’s deep commitment to both pets and their families.

In addition to training, Top Dog Academy provides full-service dog daycare, with daily structured activities and socialization. Their daycare clients benefit from reinforced training and a fun, stimulating environment. The business has been serving eastern North Carolina for over 25 years and is highly recommended by long-term clients who describe the staff as family-like and deeply invested in their dogs’ success.

Accomplishments

Founded in 1997, Top Dog Academy was the first dog training facility in eastern North Carolina to offer interactive daycare and obedience classes. Founder Drake Parker and his wife Angela have trained dogs and taught owners for over 20 years, building a loyal client base and receiving consistent praise for their long-term impact on dog-owner relationships.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin with a free consultation to discuss goals, assess the dog’s needs, and determine the best program—group class, private lessons, or daycare training. Consultations are held at the facility and help match owners with the appropriate training path.