With nearly three decades of experience, Dog Trainers Workshop and Boarding has been transforming canine companions in Fountain Inn since 1997. Their expert trainers specialize in a range of services, from essential obedience to advanced competitive training, even producing two dogs that placed at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Beyond training, they offer premium pet boarding, daycare, and sitting services, ensuring your furry friend is always well-cared for. Whether you're seeking to refine your dog's manners or prepare for a competition, their team is dedicated to helping every dog become a well-behaved family member.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparation
Crate training
House training
Leash training
Obedience trainingProgram details
During class we will work on obedience commands such as walking on a loose leash, sit, down, stay and coming when called. We will also address other behavioral problems such as jumping up and bolting through doors.
The intermediate obedience class is designed to help you continue building the skills necessary to create a well-behaved dog in public. In this class, we’ll create scenarios that mimic real world conditions to prepare your dog for situations that are often found in public settings.
During our puppy obedience training, we will discuss common problems new puppy owners experience, including housebreaking, crate training, jumping up on people, digging, chewing, playful biting, and more. You will walk away with effective solutions to help break your puppy of these behaviors.
Puppy training
Behavior support
Digging
Jumping up
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Our dog trainers have decades of combined experience training energetic dogs into well-behaved members of your family. Let them stay with us for a week and we will give you a jump start on the training they need to be able to listen to a command and respond appropriately.
Group classes
Private trainingProgram details
Sometimes a group environment isn’t the right fit for every dog or owner. At Dog Trainers Workshop, our one-on-one private lessons provide a focused, distraction-free setting tailored specifically to your dog’s unique learning pace and personality.
Dog age
Puppies
Training level
Advanced obedience
Advanced trainingProgram details
Our advanced beginners obedience training class is perfect for pet owners who want to pursue the sport of obedience for both themselves and their dogs. After you take our class, you will be well on your way to teaching your dog the ins and outs of beginner competitive obedience.
Beginner trainingProgram details
Turn your dog into the well-behaved family member you’ve always wanted! Our Beginner Class at Dog Trainers Workshop is designed for dogs 6 months and older, focusing on the essential skills needed for a lifetime of success.
Intermediate trainingProgram details
Our Intermediate Class is designed for graduates of our Beginner program who want to proof their dog’s obedience in real-world scenarios. We focus on reliability in public settings, ensuring your dog remains a well-behaved companion even in distracting environments.
Assistance and working dogs
Detection dog training
Hunting dog training
Service dog training
Dog sports
Scent work
Trick trainingProgram details
Trick Dog Classes are the perfect way to build a stronger bond while giving your pup a "job" to do. Beyond the "wow" factor of a great party trick, learning new behaviors improves your dog’s focus, body awareness, and confidence.
Additional services
BoardingProgram details
Dog Trainers Workshop is the safest place to board your dogs while you go away for business or pleasure. Our caregivers have a passion for animals and would love to interact with your pet during their stay with us, making them feel more relaxed and comfortable in their temporarily new environment.
DaycareProgram details
Our dog daycare program is perfect for the active dog or dogs that need more hands on attention. We offer a daily rate, as well as discount packages.
Other listed services
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Dog trainingProgram details
We offer a range of classes that meet your needs and accommodate your dog on every level from puppy class to Scent Work. Explore our training classes to find the one that best fits your family’s needs and then register for one of the upcoming dates to secure your spot in that class.
Care Of Your Dog
Competitive Dog Classes
Dog Show
Dog SportsProgram details
Unlock your dog's potential with ScentWork, Trick Dog, and Advanced Obedience at Dog Trainers Workshop. Our dog sports programs are designed to provide mental stimulation, physical exercise, and professional-grade handling skills. Perfect for all breeds and ages.
Dog Trainers Workshop
Dog show trainingProgram details
Elevate your pup's performance with personalized coaching. From obedience to presentation, we'll refine skills for success in the ring.
Dog's Coach
Dog's Collar
Dog's Education
Dog's Learning
Dog's Visit
Jump Start
ScentWork classesProgram details
Every dog has an incredible sense of smell—our Scent Work Classes at Dog Trainers Workshop teach them how to use it! Inspired by professional detection dog training, this fun and rewarding sport allows your dog to hunt for specific scents in a controlled, indoor environment.
Confirm current programs and availability directly.
Questions & answers
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What people have asked about this business.
Is it free or is it paying for training school dog?
Nothing there is free, with that said every service they offer is of great value plus they truly are animal lovers.
We have a 6 mo. old English Cocker Spaniel. His name is Cooper.
He likes to jump up on people to see them & to be petted. What is the best way to stop him from doing this?
I had to teach mine to sit before i tought him to not jump up.
Once your dog sits. Then use whatever motivates it. Example (treats, pats, ect...) Get a clicker. When it responds to a clicker give it a treat. Eventually as you give a command followed by a click and get a response instantly then try using just your voice. But definatly use whatever motivates him. For jumping i tried ( off ) and it worked great! As (down) worked for say a couch and (stay) for well..... Someone at the door ect.... Hope this helps.
Community answer · scott Hoffman · 2020-09-21
I walk into him so that he falls backwards. And then I say oops. But if I were you, I would call dog trainers Workshop. They have awesome instructors. And there will be lots of things along the way that you're going to want to teach your new puppy. Enjoy.
we have a golden retriver that is about 8 months old----she is very fond of bitting our feet and likes to aggravate another dog we own. She does pee in the house and we have spanked her for that, but she will do it again . can you help us?
Definitely give them a call. Spanking just does not work for house breaking and can damage your relationship with your dog. DTW can help you with this and the biting issue, giving you much better "tools" to work on your dog's issues. Don't wait!
Community answer · Deborah Craddock · 2019-09-21
I'd give them a call. I've taken dogs there to help with training issues and am taking one now. They are really good at what they do.
Community answer · Kristin Hallman · 2019-09-21
Give them a call. These issues are covered regularly at DTW. And since Goldens were bred to work with their mouths, this is a common issue.
We live in Union and it would be to far for a "daily" commute. We could handle a couple of times a week. Is boarding there and training a viable choice or even available?
Boarding and training are both available. Any given training class (different levels and types available) meets once per week. Lots of evening classes makes it easy on your work schedule.
Community answer · Jeff Poltorak · 2018-09-21
Thanks Jeff. We're going to drive over and see if they are what we need.
Community answer · David Dennis-Leigh · 2018-09-21
I have a 7 month puppy that needs training. What would you suggest for A powerful puppy?? Shar Pei/Black mouth cur mix...
Dog trainer's workshop has enough credit and accounts that show the power they have and it only will working if you continue to practice what they teach you, if you let go of it, then your dog will go back to its old habits and i remember being told that only 4 dogs have gone back to their old ways
Community answer · Lee Ridlehuber · 2018-09-21
Can't say enough good things about DTW. Connie and her team are very professional and knowledgeable. Definitely go watch a class.
Community answer · Eric Babb · 2018-09-21
Start training young. Keep the puppy engaged. The Dog Trainers Workshop is the place to go.
Community answer · apic programmer · 2018-09-21
I would definitely talk to the people at Dog Trainers Workshop. I love it there.
5/5Just picked up my 14 month old Bernie Doodle from Dog Trainers Workshop where he completed board and train for a week . I was very excited and happy to see him doing so well. Everyone was very professional and helpful to work with . They took the time to go over everything he w…Read full reviewClose full review
Just picked up my 14 month old Bernie Doodle from Dog Trainers Workshop where he completed board and train for a week . I was very excited and happy to see him doing so well. Everyone was very professional and helpful to work with . They took the time to go over everything he worked on and learned during his stay and showed me how to continue on a path of success for both of us .
He also attends their Day Care during the week and it made this week very easy for him and I .
We absolutely love the staff and all the friends he has made . ❤️
Thanks to everyone at DTWB
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Travis Norwood
5/5My dog Max and I have been doing Scent Work training for several years and we are already in Detective level with our 1st leg. Our trainer Jinny Jervey is the best. I highly recommend training at Dog Trainers Workshop in Fountain Inn. We also use their Daycare services and Max…Read full reviewClose full review
My dog Max and I have been doing Scent Work training for several years and we are already in Detective level with our 1st leg. Our trainer Jinny Jervey is the best. I highly recommend training at Dog Trainers Workshop in Fountain Inn. We also use their Daycare services and Max is so happy and full of energy when I pick him up, so I know he loves it. They take good care of every dog and are very experienced, kind, and compassionate. Can't say enough good things about them. Thanks!
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Julianna Baldwin
2/5
My dog wasn’t responding to e collar training. Trainers seemed frustrated with her and their attitudes towards me reflected that. I feel like I paid for a week of boarding vacation before having to pick her up since she wasn’t able to be ecollar trained. Do not recommend simply due to demeanor of trainers.
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Amanda Black
5/5
The facility is very clean and the ladies are very nice. My dog loves going there!!
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Derek Barnes
1/5I could not be more disappointed in the 2 week stay and board training program. First off, I did not receive 1 email/call/text during the 2 weeks on status updates. It’s been 2 weeks since and they never followed up to see how my dog was doing. I asked for 3 specific behaviors to…Read full reviewClose full review
I could not be more disappointed in the 2 week stay and board training program. First off, I did not receive 1 email/call/text during the 2 weeks on status updates. It’s been 2 weeks since and they never followed up to see how my dog was doing. I asked for 3 specific behaviors to be addressed and I know it takes additional time for the dog to learn but I think they just took my money and treated it as a 2 week boarding vacation. My dog actually has been worse since coming back from this training. I would not recommend - the dogs respond to the trainer onsite, but that does not translate out to the real world
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