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Eliminate Problem Behavior
Results on First Lesson
STOP Unwanted Behavior
- Housebreaking
- Play Biting
- Leash Pulling
- Aggressive Behavior
- Jumping Up
See IMMEDIATE RESULTS
on the first lesson!
The BetterDog System
- Refined over 40 years of training
- Matches the best training techniques for your dog’s personality
- Assures rapid results and success in training
- Free Evaluation
Does Your Dog Embarrass You?
Do you Avoid other Dogs and People When Walking Your Dog?
Is Your Dog Out of Control?
DO NOT WAIT! Your Dog's Behavior WILL get worse. CALL TODAY!
A BetterDog is just one call away. Contact us today to get started towards a Better Life.
The first step is an evaluation, at no cost to you. The evaluation will provide us with an understanding of your top training goals, and your dog’s needs
From there, we create a BetterDog Training Program that is customized specifically for your dog’s personality, temperament and goals. You will enjoy seeing your dog learn and progress on every lesson, while you learn right along side them.
Our Experience Speaks for Itself
Mark Thompson, owner of BetterDog Training and creator of the BetterDog System, started his dog training career almost 40 years ago. Mark and his staff have trained thousands of family pets all over the Charlotte region, as well as police dogs, drug detection, handicap assist dogs, and more. Veterinarian’s consistently refer BetterDog Training (Formerly Dog Training in Your Home), because of the unsurpassed experience, and ability to handle any dogs needs no matter how severe.
Mark and his staff of trainers specialize in addressing a variety of behavioral issues such as aggression, separation anxiety, and obedience training. Trainers use positive reinforcement training methods to help dogs learn and modify their behavior in an effective way. Mark and his company has received positive reviews from clients who praise Thompson’s professionalism, knowledge, and ability to connect with dogs. Many clients report significant improvements in their dog’s behavior after working with BetterDog Training, and the personalized approach that is tailored to each dog’s unique needs and personality
In Home Dog Training
Your dog’s home and neighborhood is the most natural setting for training to occur. This allows the training to be precise to the behavior where it occurs, and allows better understanding and execution from your dog. We first teach your dog the new improved behaviors, while at the same time teaching you the skills needed to maintain the new behaviors. Your dog learns good canine etiquette in the convenience of your home.
Aggressive Dog Resolution
Aggression in dogs is one of the most misunderstood behaviors. Dogs are aggressive for many different reasons, and therefore training needs to be properly customized for their needs to resolve the behavior.
Aggression training involves:
- Learning commands that qualify for rewards to the dog.
- Establishing the owner(s) as the pack leader, and providing the dog safety.
- Teaching the dog that aggression is not allowed, or necessary by redirecting and reconditioning to positive feelings towards the initial cause of aggression.
Virtual Dog Training
Betterdog training is available virtually! Virtual training has been proven to be extremely successful as we have used this platform for many years. Today’s technology makes this a perfect option for those outside our service area, or for anyone wishing to ensure that the bond with their dog is directly related to them and not the trainer. During virtual training we demonstrate the techniques, watch and assist you while you and your dog learn together. Lesson notes, videos and our custom training app give you all of the resources needed to keep the training going between sessions. Virtual training covers any behavioral problem solving you may need.