WELCOME TO LOVE IN THE LEAD
We create balanced, happy, and obedient dogs.
Imagine if…
- Your dog listened to you, even with distractions nearby…
- Walks were peaceful and enjoyable, instead of frustrating and stressful…
- You could take your dog anywhere, without having to worry about their behavior…
- You no longer have to deal with your dog’s poor manners and naughty behavior…
Make this a reality, and get started right now!
Our Services
Why Choose Love in the Lead?
What Makes Us Different
- A beautiful facility where you and your dog can learn together
- We provide your dog with exceptional care and training
- We train you and your dog in real world environments
- We provide you and your dog with extensive follow-up services
- You will experience exceptional customer service and support
- You will receive daily photos and videos of your dog’s training progress
Testimonials
Morgan Lueck2025-02-24 I cannot say enough good things about Love in the Lead! I sent my golden there in 2021, and it was such a success that I recently sent my 10 month old puppy for the 3 week board and train. He had a lot of impulsivity and anxiety, and the program really helped him to be a more focused and confident boy! I could tell that his trainer loved on him a lot while he was there, which made me feel so good because I really missed him while he was away! Varsha Koneru2025-01-20 When we decided to welcome a new puppy into our family, we knew we wanted to give her the best possible start. That’s when we began researching puppy board and train programs in Charlotte. After meeting with Love in the Lead and a few other programs, it was clear that LitL stood out from the rest. Our 8-week-old puppy, Mochi, was incredibly well cared for during her time with them. When we brought her home, we immediately noticed the positive impact of the program. Friends and neighbors have been amazed at how well-behaved Mochi is for such a young pup! What also sets LitL apart is their ongoing support. Even after the program ended, I feel confident knowing I can reach out to them anytime for advice or guidance. I can’t recommend LitL highly enough! Lauren Collura2024-12-28 Life changing!!! Our golden retriever was sweet as can be but we could not harness her energy or establish any sort of baseline obedience with made daily life with her not so enjoyable. Love in the lead totally transformed her into a calm and obedient dog that we feel can actually be apart of the family now! The team was extremely professional and provided thorough updates throughout the program. They provide excellent training for the owners as well. I also love that you have access to continued support after graduation. Wholeheartedly recommend!! Milca Mendez-Ceballos2024-12-25 We are so grateful to Love in the Lead and Li’l Prodigies for helping us welcome Lucy, our 8 month old golden doodle, into our lives! Thanks to Hunter and the amazing trainers, and Rebecca for overseeing it all, Lucy is not only well-socialized but also a great listener who knows an impressive array of commands. Even with her puppy energy, she’s already started working one day a week at Pawsitive Pediatric Dentistry, where she’s bringing smiles to our patients and learning more every day. Her older sister,Belle, and her play very well together and we are glad to be a two doodle household. We couldn’t be happier with our experience and highly recommend Love in the Lead and Li’l Prodigies for anyone looking for a well-trained and loving pup! Lucy has been the perfect addition to our family and team! Emma Dold2024-09-30 I wholeheartedly trust and recommend Love in the Lead. I sent my 4 year old golden retriever to the 4 week board and train program based on the success my friend’s dog had in the program. My dog was incredibly anxious and had high levels of arousal. He had injured me multiple times on walks, and he wasn’t able to be included with the family as he’d tackle the elderly or my nephews. He was incredibly fearful of the car and would bolt from it. It was impossible to take him anywhere, not only to put him in the car but to have him settle in public spaces. Now, Hank loads himself up in the car and walks beautifully on and off leash. He can take naps at breweries and he’s crate trained for the first time in his life. We’ve already taken several trips and he’s a dream to travel with. Love in the Lead, particularly his trainer Meagan, has improved his quality of life a hundred fold. He’s a happy, calm, well-mannered, and confident dog. He loves being included in the family and he goes everywhere with me now! I have so much hope and excitement for all the incredible years we’ll have, thanks to Meagan! Makayla Coleman2024-09-23 Love in the Lead has been great help! I enrolled my Toy Australian Shepherd into the 3 week board and train to help with obedience and help with overall training. Rachel and her team have been so helpful and patient. I have definitely seen the changes in Oreo and will definitely be making use of the graduate services as well. Angie Burnikel2024-09-03 I signed my puppy up for the Dean's List program and am absolutely thrilled with the progress and training (2 x 3 week training sessions). And I cannot say enough about this program. From crate training, potty training, basic commands all the way to now walking off leash. It is a completely different experience when I am out walking with Daisy and now have the confidence in her ability to focus and have impulse control. Yes, it was an investment. But an investment that has an immediate return and will continue to return for years to come. Highly recommend to anyone that has ever thought of putting there furry family member through training. Everyone at the facility is incredible and have a true love for what they do. And it showcases in their training abilities. Dana Wolpe2024-08-27 Truly thankful for Love in The Lead! I just graduated with my service dog Rudy and although there were a few bumps along the way (totally expected with every transition) Rebecca is AMAZING! She was comforting when I really needed some reassurance and also boosted my confidence when I needed a little push. Love her❤️ Everything went so smoothly and I am so glad I did as much research as I did to come across Love in the Lead! If you need a service dog, there is no better place to get one in my opinion:) I know that it took a whole team to prepare Rudy and I want to say thank you to everyone who has played a role in this! Andrea Baldwin2024-08-16 Superb dog training! Our puppy went to Love in the Lead as a trash-digging, zooming bite-machine and came back as a sweet tempered, calm, well-behaved lamb. And they took the time to teach how to make it stick at home. Very thankful to the owner and trainers at Love in the Lead. Molly Decker2024-08-11 Wow, where do I start? We consulted with many dog training companies in the area, and eventually landed on Love In The Lead. From my first conversation with them, I knew we had found the right fit. The difference we have seen in our puppy is incredible! She is calm, obedient, and so well-behaved - a complete 180 from when we dropped her off for training. Our trainer Meagan kept us well informed each week with detailed communication on our dog’s progress and provided plenty of photos. Our puppy went from being very difficult to manage, to a sweet, enjoyable part of the family. We couldn’t be happier and couldn’t recommend Love In The Lead enough. Thank you, Meagan!!