About The Dog Wizard - Dog & Puppy Obedience Training Upstate
We work with dogs and families throughout the Upstate to solve real behavior challenges, not just teach commands. Every dog is different, which is why we never use a one-size-fits-all approach. By understanding who your dog is and what’s driving their behavior, we get to the root of issues like reactivity, anxiety, leash pulling, poor manners, and aggression.
Our programs include puppy training, private lessons, immersive board & train options, and ongoing graduate support classes to ensure results last in real life. We focus just as much on training owners as dogs, giving you clear structure, tools, and confidence. That’s why so many South Carolina families trust us to help turn struggling dogs into calm, reliable companions.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationProgram details
House trainingCustomer-reportedProgram details
Leash trainingProgram details
Obedience trainingProgram details
Puppy trainingProgram details
Start with foundations that make life easier: calm manners, confidence building, leash skills, and early house rules. Great for preventing common puppy habits from settling in. Serving Inman with simple homework, coached sessions, and support for new owners.
If you have a new puppy, one of the best things to do to get your relationship off on the right foot is to start puppy training. At The Dog Wizard in Upstate, South Carolina, we catch and correct destructive behaviors in puppies before they become an issue.
Recall trainingCustomer-reportedProgram details
SocializationProgram details
Confidence around people, dogs, sounds, and busy places comes from guided exposure at the right pace. Sessions focus on calm focus and better choices on outings, with simple homework between visits. Serving Waterloo with structured practice and handler coaching.
Behavior support
Aggression trainingProgram details
Reactivity and aggression issues need structure, controlled setups, and practical handling skills for real walks and real environments. We work on triggers, distance management, and neutrality building. Serving Tryon with evaluation-first training and measurable progress.
BarkingProgram details
Fear and confidenceProgram details
Reactivity trainingProgram details
Resource guardingProgram details
Guarding food, toys, beds, or spaces can create tension at home. Training focuses on safer exchanges, better boundaries, and calmer routines that help everyone feel more comfortable. Serving Landrum with step-based coaching and handler skills you can repeat.
Separation anxietyProgram details
Panic behaviours when left alone can be exhausting. Training builds calm routines, independence skills, and gradual alone-time practice with clear checkpoints to track improvement. Serving Saluda with realistic steps and steady support you can stick with.
How training happens
Board and trainProgram 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 Upstate dog owners have chosen The Dog Wizard to train their dogs.
Intensive training days paired with a transfer session so you can keep progress going at home. Strong option for building reliable obedience or resetting problem habits with clear structure. Serving Woodruff with follow-up coaching and easy take-home practice.
Group classesProgram details
Structured group classes help your dog practise obedience around distractions while you sharpen handling skills. Great for focus, calm greetings, and better reliability in public. Serving Lyman with guided practice that translates to walks, parks, and busy places.
Group dog training classes can be a powerful and social component to training your dog. Group dog training sessions are a great way to cement the training your dog has learned in a public setting. Meet with other Spartanburg, Greer, or Duncan dog owners to train together.
Owner coachingProgram details
Private trainingProgram details
One-on-one coaching to improve leash manners, recalls, and in-home rules with clear drills you can practise between visits. Ideal for owners who want focused attention and real-life results. Serving Duncan with sessions built around your day-to-day routine.
Dog age
PuppiesProgram details
Class options
Weekend classesProgram details
Support between sessions
Follow-up supportProgram details
Go-home lessonsProgram details
Homework and practiceProgram details
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogsProgram details
Help a new rescue dog settle in with clear routines, calmer manners, and reliable obedience foundations. We focus on confidence building, communication, and practical household rules. Serving Mill Springs with coached sessions and follow-ups that support steady progress.
Additional services
BoardingProgram details
A safe, supervised place for your dog to stay while you’re away, with experienced staff and structured daily routines. Great for clients who want dependable care from a training-focused team. Serving Lyman with boarding options and clear drop-off planning.
DaycareProgram details
Supervised play, structured breaks, and a consistent routine that helps many dogs burn energy and settle more easily at home. Ideal for busy workdays and regular social time. Serving Woodruff with dependable day care and attentive handling throughout the day.
GroomingProgram details
Grooming plus acclimation sessions help dogs feel more comfortable with handling, tools, and the grooming process. Great for nervous pups or dogs who struggle with brushing and baths. Serving Greer with patient support and calm routines around grooming visits.
Consultations
Free consultationProgram details
Other listed services
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Dog trainingProgram details
At The Dog Wizard Upstate, we offer a variety of dog training programs to the greater Spartanburg, Greer, and Duncan areas of South 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!
Behavioral AnalysisProgram details
Certified Behavior AnalystProgram details
Dog AggressiveProgram details
Dog BarksProgram details
Free ConsultationsProgram details
Lifetime SupportProgram details
Keep training on track long after sessions end with ongoing support, refreshers, and guidance as new situations come up. Great for maintaining obedience and household rules over time. Serving Greer with practical next steps and follow-up help when needed.
Problem SolvingProgram details
Jumping, pulling, barking, and ignoring cues often have a pattern behind them. We identify what’s driving the behaviour and build clear rules and reps you can use daily. Serving Columbus with practical coaching that fits real homes and busy schedules.
Rescue RehabProgram details
Retail & Pet ProductsProgram details
Pick up training-friendly gear, rewards, and everyday pet essentials that support your dog’s routine at home. We can recommend items that match your goals and handling style. Serving Duncan with convenient retail options and product guidance from our team.
Summer CampProgram details
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5/5We had a great experience with trainer, Sara, training our double doodle dog! Sara was prompt , very knowledgeable , very patient, knew how to break it down so we could understand exactly what to do in different situations! Our dog learned easily with treats and praise and no f…Read full reviewClose full review
We had a great experience with trainer, Sara, training our double doodle dog! Sara was prompt , very knowledgeable , very patient, knew how to break it down so we could understand exactly what to do in different situations! Our dog learned easily with treats and praise and no forcefulness. We can now go to lifetime support classes and can contact Sara anytime we need help at no charge ! Highly recommend Dog Wizard !!
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Rebecka Rollins
5/5Nugget and Bandit are 6 month old Frenchtons and were “wild children” before training. I was struggling with leash manners and house breaking. With two weeks of the amazing Krissy and the Dog Wizard team, my boys are SO well behaved! I cont to work with them so they don’t forget …Read full reviewClose full review
Nugget and Bandit are 6 month old Frenchtons and were “wild children” before training. I was struggling with leash manners and house breaking. With two weeks of the amazing Krissy and the Dog Wizard team, my boys are SO well behaved! I cont to work with them so they don’t forget (they are puppies after all). But I know if I have ANY ISSUES- the great team at Upstate Dog Wizard will be there to help! Thank you Krissy and the team!!
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Ride with Edwin
5/5The Dog Wizard Upstate in Greer provides an amazing service. My doggos Eddie and Rubble recently completed a board and train program with them and since graduation from the program they listen and respond really well to quite a few very useful commands. Our time together is now…Read full reviewClose full review
The Dog Wizard Upstate in Greer provides an amazing service. My doggos Eddie and Rubble recently completed a board and train program with them and since graduation from the program they listen and respond really well to quite a few very useful commands. Our time together is now much more fun and rewarding than ever before.
Trainer Meg was a total professional during the entire process. She demonstrated an Impressive ability to assess each dog and has done some wonderful work in bringing each of them along. And she does a very good job of showing and involving the owner in learning and applying the necessary skills required. As a result, I have a much greater awareness and an improved ability to manage outside distractions that may come along when working and playing with my dogs.
I highly recommend taking a real look into The Dog Wizard Upstate for anyone looking for training you can trust.
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Chelsea Jackson
5/5Sara was absolutely incredible! She worked with both of our dogs through the day-train program and we are so happy with how far they have come.
Our dog Hazel was very anxious and sometimes showed fear-based aggression. Sara helped build her confidence and taught us how to be bett…Read full reviewClose full review
Sara was absolutely incredible! She worked with both of our dogs through the day-train program and we are so happy with how far they have come.
Our dog Hazel was very anxious and sometimes showed fear-based aggression. Sara helped build her confidence and taught us how to be better handlers — especially when it comes to advocating for Hazel in the right ways. Hazel took to the training so well! The added structure was exactly what she needed. Her recall is on point now, and we can take her on walks without her pulling, growling at other dogs, or lunging at things that scare her.
Our other dog Haley has made huge progress too. She used to get really fixated on other dogs during walks and would completely tune us out — she wouldn’t even take high-value treats. Sara helped us work through that, and now Haley checks in with us on walks. We’re so much more confident taking her to parks and on outings, which we love doing with both of them.
Thank you so much, Sara!!
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Susan Blevins
5/5
Upstate Dog Wizard changed our life with Cooper. This is our second round of training. First 3 weeks of puppy training. Three weeks home and 3 weeks of adult training. This investment is worth every penny. Thanks Krissy and Team.
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