Training Carolina Dogs

Nicole is such a beautiful soul, and our Day Training with her was an absolute pleasure! When we started, my beagle was really reactive to other dogs and not very socialized, which was our main concern. In just a couple of days, we saw amazing progress. Over the next few weeks, he’s become a completely different dog in the best way possible. I loved the whole process! I feel so much more confident with Richie, and our walks and time around other dogs are finally stress-free. I can’t recommend her enough!

I have been patiently waiting to write this review about my experience with Training Carolina Dogs because I wanted to see how the training my female Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy received would stick in our daily lives post training and if it would pass the test of time! Would my dog regress to the mean after leaving her board and train? Would she forget the training and techniques she learned with Nicole once she returned home and changed environments? It has been almost two months since we picked up our dog from her board and train session, and I can honestly say that this board and training session was the best thing we ever could have done. Our lives have been changed for the better and we couldn't be more excited and grateful for Nicole's services. Nicole was gracious enough to board and train our Ridgeback for 3 weeks while my Wife and I were across the country for our wedding. We couldn't have felt more comfortable leaving her in Nicole's hands. Nicole sent constant updates and daily videos that we looked forward to each and every day. We shared the video updates with our family and friends, or basically anyone who was around us at the time. Everyone was extremely impressed with her skills as a trainer. Our situation and areas of opportunity with our dog were extremely important to remedy, otherwise we would not have been able to give this active and physical breed the life she deserved. Monty the Ridgeback was always a sweet and loving dog; however, she grew fast and did not understand her own strength. Growing up in an apartment, in a busy city for the first part of her life, she became quite reactive to other dogs and people. It got to the point where my wife was unable to walk her by herself, and our dog was only getting exercise if I was available to take her out. We also struggled gaining ground on any type of recall while she was off leash in a safe environment. These factors were of the utmost importance to us, the quality of life for us and our dog depended on us fixing these reactive tendencies. Through patience, consistency, and e-collar training, Nicole was able to get through to our stubborn, yet happy dog. The end result was very impressive. We were sent videos of Monty improving her threshold manners, her reactivity was effectively curbed, and her leash skills were completely flipped for the better. Monty is now 100% walkable by any and all humans. She learned how to behave accordingly due to her size and strength. The most important part of this deal has to be the consistency that Monty receives post training. Nicole has done an exceptional job of training my wife and I, making sure we are knowledgeable of her techniques and are able to give Monty that same support and due diligence that she received during her board and train. The follow up she gives shows that she cares about her work and does not want any of her dogs to fail once they leave her home. I can easily and happily say that the training Monty received during her time with Nicole has changed our family's life for the better. While Ridgebacks are a stubborn breed, Monty has retained her training and is receptive to all the methods that Nicole helped implement into her life. I cannot recommend her services enough and I will continue to recommend her to anyone that was or is in the same situation we were in! 10/10 Bonus points for the observation I made when picking Monty up from her boarding session: The way Monty looked and responded to Nicole's presence and commands showed just how deep the connection goes with Nicole and her dogs that she trains daily. The passion and love she has for these animals is unmatched and it shows in her work. Thank you for everything, Nicole!

We are so grateful to have found Nicole! When my husband & I adopted our pup, she was potty trained, crate trained, and overall well behaved. However, she was extremely reactive on leash to dogs, loud cars, bikes and random inanimate objects. She was also lacking leash manners in that she constantly pulled us and dominated the walks. After only 6 sessions, we have seen MAJOR improvements in Maisy’s ability to control her impulses on walks, and her overall obedience (place, down, sit, come, etc). Nicole has offered us endless support - physically and mentally - throughout our time together. We are confident we now have the tools to help Maisy (and us) live her best life!

We can’t say enough good things about Nicole! Our dog was completely wild when we first brought her to training — full of energy, jumping on everyone, and showing some aggression. Now, she’s truly the best dog ever! She’s calm, listens to us, and still has a fun, playful puppy personality. Nicole trained her in her own home, which provided such a warm, loving, and structured environment. You can tell she genuinely cares about the dogs she works with. The transformation has been amazing, and we’re so grateful for everything Nicole has done. Highly recommend her to anyone who wants a happy, calm, well-behaved dog!

I can’t say enough great things about Nicole!! I came to her with a rescue pup who had been kicked out of puppy daycare. Nicole immediately bonded with Aggie. Her calm and patient demeanor was just what we both needed! I can now confidently take my sweet pup to sporting events, parks, and restaurants. Nicole not only taught my dog, she gave me the skills to work with her. I’m forever grateful! Can’t recommend her enough.