Wag It Better Family Dog Training and Boutique

Wag It Better offers group classes, private 1:1 sessions (including Latchkey Lassie), and intensive board-and-train programs. Board-and-train includes daily training by Heather Moore at their facility, socialization with other dogs, and skill development in manners, obedience, and behavior. Group classes cover basic obedience, tricks, and behavior modification. All programs are customized to the dog’s individual needs and owner goals.

Pricing Summary

Private training and group classes are offered with pricing available upon inquiry. Board and train programs cost $1,800 for 1 week and $3,000 for 2 weeks, including crate training, house training, manners, and basic to advanced commands. Boutique products and services are priced separately.

Policies

Dogs with aggression issues must be assessed and addressed via private training before enrolling in board-and-train programs. All dogs must be fully vaccinated. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website.

Wag It Better Family Dog Training and Boutique is a dog training facility and boutique located in Nolensville, TN, offering personalized, positive-based dog training for family dogs. They provide in-person and virtual group classes, private 1:1 training sessions, and board-and-train programs where dogs stay at their facility and receive training from founder Heather Moore, who has 18+ years of experience. Their training focuses on building communication between dogs and owners through reward-based methods, with programs tailored to individual needs. In addition to training, they offer a boutique with all-natural dog treats, a dog wash station, and pet supplies. They welcome dogs of all ages, breeds, and socialization levels, including puppies, seniors, and dogs with reactivity or fearfulness, and provide assessments for aggression issues before board-and-train enrollment.

Their trainers are certified and experienced, with backgrounds in veterinary care, rescue work, and behavior science. They emphasize education for owners and aim to improve both dog and human quality of life through compassionate, science-backed training.

They also offer online training through Rescue My Rescue and host a Puppy Social Club during boarding to help dogs build confidence around other dogs.

Accomplishments

Founder Heather Moore has 18 years of experience, AKC Rally Obedience titles, and Therapy Dog Certifications. Multiple trainers hold CPDT-KA certification. Trainer Brooke Barnett is Fear Free certified and has worked with a veterinary behaviorist. Trainer Guen Campbell’s dogs have earned AKC Trick Dog titles. Trainer Cathy Johnson has over 20 years of training and teaching experience.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can take the online quiz to determine the best training program, schedule a consultation via phone or email, or register for board-and-train through the JotForm link. New clients are encouraged to review trainer bios and class schedules before contacting the business.