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The Dog Wizard Charlotte

Charlotte, North Carolina

4.7/5· 176 Google reviews

About The Dog Wizard Charlotte

We’re the Dog Wizard team in Charlotte, helping dog owners achieve real, lasting behavior change through structured, hands-on training. We work with puppies and adult dogs facing leash reactivity, aggression, anxiety, impulse control, and off-leash reliability. Many families choose our board-and-train “sleep-away camp” programs for focused progress, then continue training through private lessons, puppy preschool, daycare, and group classes. Clients often tell us the biggest change is their confidence, finally understanding how to communicate with their dog. Our training is built for real life: calmer walks, reliable behavior at home, and peace of mind in public.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Crate training Customer-reported
  • House training
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
    Program details

    Start your puppy off right with our program in NoDa. We cover potty training, crate conditioning, and social skills to prevent future issues. Raising a puppy with good habits is easier than fixing bad ones later. We give you the tools to build a happy, well-adjusted dog.

  • Recall training Customer-reported

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
    Program details

    Aggression requires professional intervention. We help Westerly Hills owners rehab reactive behaviors toward people or animals. Our goal is a dog you can trust out on walks. We focus on safety and changing the emotional response to build a balanced, confident pet.

  • Barking
  • Fear and confidence Customer-reported
  • Reactivity training
  • Separation anxiety
    Program details

    Leave your home without worry by addressing your dog's panic. We help pets in Enderly Park overcome separation anxiety through proven methods. Our process teaches your dog to remain calm and independent when alone. This reduces stress for both you and your canine companion.

How training happens

  • Board and train
    Program details

    Dog board and train programs are perfect for individuals with busy schedules. With various lengths of stays to choose from, it's no wonder why so many Charlotte dog owners have chosen The Dog Wizard to train their dogs.

    Our Board and Train is the ideal solution for busy Huntersville owners. Your dog stays with us to learn core obedience and manners. We do the heavy lifting to establish a solid foundation. You receive a dog that is calm, confident, and ready to listen in any situation.

  • Group classes
  • Private training
    Program details

    Our private lessons in Matthews bring expert coaching to your living room. We address specific issues in the environment where they happen most. You learn to lead your dog with clear communication. This personal approach empowers you to maintain good behavior long-term.

Dog age

  • Adult dogs
  • Puppies

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support Customer-reported
  • Progress reports

Assistance and working dogs

  • Detection dog training
  • Therapy dog training

Dog sports

  • Agility
  • Scent work

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Additional services

  • Boarding
  • Daycare

Other listed services

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  • Dog training
    Program details

    At The Dog Wizard Charlotte, we offer a variety of dog training programs to the greater Charlotte, Newell, Mint Hill, and Matthews areas of North Carolina. With years of experience, our trainers take a unique approach to fixed behavior issues in your dog - all while having fun while they do it!

  • Baby Prep
  • Baby Prep Class
    Program details

    Expecting a new arrival in Sheffield Park? Our Baby Prep Class prepares your dog for the big changes ahead. We focus on safety, boundaries, and calmness around baby gear. We help you create a safe environment so your dog adjusts smoothly to their new human sibling.

  • Basic Commands
  • Day Program
  • Dog Impulse Control
  • Dog Play
  • Dog Prep Class
  • Free Evaluations
  • Lifetime Support
    Program details

    We stand behind our training for the life of your dog. Our Charlotte clients enjoy peace of mind knowing we are always available. If behaviors slip or new goals arise, we provide the support needed to get back on track. We are committed to maintaining results you can actually live with.

  • Narcotics Detection
  • Problem Solving
    Program details

    Struggling with bad habits? We help turn everyday chaos into calm for Grier Heights families. Our problem-solving sessions identify the root cause of behaviors like jumping or barking. We provide practical solutions to create a peaceful home environment you can enjoy.

  • Rescue Rehab
  • Scent Detection Training
  • Specialty Classes
  • Specialty Training
    Program details

    Standard classes do not fit every dog. Our specialty training in Marvin targets specific tasks or advanced goals. We create a plan that fits your real life and unique needs. Let us help your companion achieve advanced skills and reach their full potential with our guidance.

  • Summer Camp

Confirm current programs and availability directly.

Questions & answers

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Can anyone give me an estimate on prices? I'm a good hour and an a half away from Charlotte

It depends on which program you want to go with. If you go with the immersive program that we went with, your dog will spend a week or two with them, so it'd just be a trip to drop off your dog and another trip to pick him/her up. I agree, they aren't pushy salespeople in the least. Actually, they arent salespeople at all, they're trainers. I highly recommend them. It's really worth whatever they charge.

Community answer · Nick Newman · 2018-09-21

Give them a call, as they offer different services tailored to your need. They're knowledgeable and concerned, and not pushy sales people. Whole heartedly recommend them.

Community answer · Jacob H. · 2018-09-21

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.7
out of 5176 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Boarding 21
  • Leash walking 12
  • Dog daycare 8
  • E collar training 7
  • Puppy preschool 6
  • Dog aggression 5
All 10 topics
  • Reactive dog training 4
  • Sleep away camp 4
  • Manners training 3
  • Family lesson 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

100 collected reviews

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scott skeen
5/5

We have found a caring place that is tender and gentle with our older dog (16). The staff are gracious during her every other week visits. They take care of her nails, teeth, and ears along with her bath and trimming. We are glad to be clients of Dog Wizard

CatG
5/5
I take my boss's dog here every day and she's beyond well behaved so I already had experience with how well their training works. I have an 11 yo mini pit bull named Midget who loves everyone except other dogs. She gets scarily aggro when one even gets near. In just ONE lesson Da…Read full reviewClose full review

I take my boss's dog here every day and she's beyond well behaved so I already had experience with how well their training works. I have an 11 yo mini pit bull named Midget who loves everyone except other dogs. She gets scarily aggro when one even gets near. In just ONE lesson Danielle gave us just a ton of wonderful information. I've applied some of their techniques and already my dog is responding and doing so much better. I know it can be pricey but if you need help then this is the place to get it. I plan on coming back for another couple of lessons. Thank you SO MUCH!!

Heather Jackson
5/5
To say I am pleased with the staff and experience at the Dog Wizard feels like an understatement. We came to them with a sense of hopelessness after other trainers thought we should rehome our foster fail, Buddy. Danielle met with me and explained the training, our goals, and g…Read full reviewClose full review

To say I am pleased with the staff and experience at the Dog Wizard feels like an understatement. We came to them with a sense of hopelessness after other trainers thought we should rehome our foster fail, Buddy. Danielle met with me and explained the training, our goals, and gave me the spark of hope that both Buddy and my family needed. A few short weeks later and our beloved pooch began his journey with the fantastic trainer Helen and the Dog Wizard team. We brought to them a dog that had taken on way more responsibility than we needed him to have. He was a guarder, herder, and protective to a fault. After 18 days of intense training camp, our Buddy has the freedom to be the calm disciplined sweetheart we knew he was and always had the ability to be. They showed both Buddy and my family how structure was one of the main things we had lacked. Not only was our bestest boy learning, but we learned right along with him. I have been a dog person my entire life, but it wasn’t until this whole experience that I realized the importance we play in each other’s lives. It truly is amazing what this camp experience has done for us. Every single person we have encountered from the owners, front desk, and trainers has been top-notch. You can feel the love and passion they have for these canines, which is so incredibly important. My family is so grateful for the Dog Wizard. Buddy Big Foot is so important to us and we are beyond happy he received this much needed help.

Renee Matthews
5/5
We brought our great dane, Lambeau, here for sleep away camp/board and train. He's a big boy and doesn't know his own size and strength. He also had some trouble with manners that combined with his size made coexisting almost frustrating. Kiki and the other ladies worked with him…Read full reviewClose full review

We brought our great dane, Lambeau, here for sleep away camp/board and train. He's a big boy and doesn't know his own size and strength. He also had some trouble with manners that combined with his size made coexisting almost frustrating. Kiki and the other ladies worked with him and taught him A TON! After his 3 weeks of training we got some lessons on how to help maintain the good behavior and help him retain tje knowledge he got. It's a relief to know that we are able to call or talk online with any new concerns or bad habits that may resurface. Overall, we feel this was worth the cost of training. Our boy has been much more manageable and the entire home has a better quality of life. I would recommend to anyone with an especially difficult doggo. Thank you all at The Dog Wizard Charlotte!

Jess Murphy
5/5

If you have a dog but haven't been to the Dog Wizard, stop what you are doing and sign up. They are absolutely the best in the biz - my dog is so well behaved. Biggest selling point, they understand the connection between owner and pet; I now have a better understanding of my dog's behavior and how to redirect him when needed.

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