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
Graduate Services
Boarding & Daycare Services
Free Pack Walks
Free Group Classes
Testimonials
Posted on Sarah DaultonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We just graduated from the board and train program. I cannot begin to explain how wonderful the experience has been from start to finish. Rebecca and her team have been so wonderful to work with throughout the process. I interviewed a number of training programs in the Charlotte area and once I spoke with Rebecca I knew she would take wonderful care of our Buckley and address our concerns. I knew that the training would be successful but but I didn’t realize how much of a change Buckley would go through as well as our family. As a result of their training methods Buckley now knows where he fits into our household, can calm down, execute on commands, and not be the crazy boy he was before training. Beyond just training Buckley Rebecca and Emma provided wonderful training for myself and our family allowing us to continue developing Buckley and continuously improving his obedience skills. I now feel like I can communicate effectively with Buckley and that is worthy cost of training in itself. Thank you so much Emma and Rebecca for your expertise and the community you have shown our family!!Posted on Allie FerraroTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was so nervous about sending our almost 2 year old cavapoo, Doobie, away for 3 weeks. I had my eye on Love in the Lead way back when I initially thought I wanted to send him to training right away as a puppy, but held off because overall he is such a good, easygoing dog. As he grew older, his biggest “challenge” is that he LOVES people (total social butterfly with major FOMO) and shortly after he turned 1, he started to having a minor issue with resource guarding sticks and napkins 🙃. To be honest, our work/life schedules are SO busy that I knew investing in a professional, who is able to dedicate 100% of their time, would be extremely helpful for us. We are getting married in April 2026 and would love for Doobie to be there, so we ended up pulling the trigger on Love in the Lead. I was even hesitant after signing him up, wondering if I even really needed to send him...but I'm SO glad we did!! From the very first call, the Rebecca put me at ease. She even hopped on a last-minute call right before drop-off to calm my nerves, which I appreciated more than I can say. Throughout training they were responsive and easy to reach, and I received daily photos and videos so I could watch Doobie learn and have fun. Every evening we would check the portal and their IG for new updates 🤣 we even found ourselves attached to the dogs in his training group, rooting for them as we watching their training videos too. The internet has plenty of mixed opinions about board-and-train programs, per usual with any topic, but I never doubted for a second Doobie would be safe and comfortable with the Love in the Lead team. Doobie's trainer was Emma, who he absolutely loved (duh), and so did we! Doobie came home with better leash manners, improved patience, and the same happy/hilarious personality (this was my biggest concern!!). We can’t wait to join future pack walks—and hopefully reunite with some of the best friends he made during his "summer camp", as we called it! I've attached his graduation photo and some cutie photos we received while he was there :) THANK YOU Rebecca, Emma, and the rest of the Love in the Lead team!!Posted on Robin GriffinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent training facility. From the first call to the last email everyone has been amazing. Our trainer Emma is a 12 out of 10!! Highly recommend.Posted on Brittany GloverTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We’ve had an absolutely incredible experience with Love in the Lead Canine Training. From the very beginning, the process was thoughtful, professional, and full of heart. We purchased our Goldendoodle, Lady, through the company and enrolled her in the Prodigy Program starting in January. Now that we’ve brought her home, we couldn’t be more thrilled. Lady is not only incredibly smart and well-trained, but also so affectionate and well-adjusted—a true testament to the dedication and expertise of the team at Love in the Lead. Her discipline and obedience are already making a huge difference in our home, and it’s clear she received the very best foundation during her training. We’re so grateful to have found a program that cares so deeply about both dogs and their future families. It’s been a seamless, rewarding journey, and we would highly recommend Love in the Lead to anyone looking for a well-rounded, professionally trained companion. Thank you for helping us welcome such a special dog into our lives!Posted on Ellie RhoadesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. New puppy mom here! Choosing Love in the Lead Training was one of the best decisions I could’ve made for our pup. She came home with impressive command skills and perfect crate manners, and most importantly, she’s happy! I was initially nervous about how she’d adjust, but the daily photo and video updates quickly put my mind at ease. It was clear she was having fun, building confidence, and genuinely loving the trainers she worked with. The training itself was incredible, but what’s been even more valuable is the ongoing support. Rebecca and her team have gone above and beyond since graduation/pick-up day. Rebecca is always quick to respond to my (many) questions and has been so kind and patient as I navigate first-time dog mom life. I couldn’t recommend a better puppy training program!Posted on meg cooneyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The 3 week board and train was amazing for our dog Duke. It exceeded our expectations. The communication was fantastic!! Duke has become such an amazing calm dog. Gabby was amazingPosted on Jalpa PatelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The puppy head start program at LITL is phenomenal. We didn’t know what to expect when we dropped our 8 week old puppy off, but when we picked him up a few weeks later, we were amazed at the puppy he had become. In a short amount of time, he became confident, his personality began to shine, and he was so well mannered. We cannot thank LITL enough for working with our baby and taking such good care of him. Rebecca and Samantha were great with communication about his progress throughout and that gave us peace of mind. We would recommend puppy head start to anyone looking to jump start the puppy raising process, and those wanting to give their baby the time/attention they deserve in those crucial first months!Posted on Alana JohnsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love in the lead did an AMAZING job with my 1.5 year old GSD! We did the 3 week board and train program and they helped him be able to settle around distractions and helped his leash reactivity significantly and so much more! They were amazing at keeping me updated with his progress through emails and pictures, they also were great at answering all my questions! They are an amazing company and his trainer was absolutely fantastic and the sweetest! I look forward to having a company I can trust my dog with if he ever needs to be boarded! Also their graduate classes are super helpful to help us keep his training up with other dogs and environments!Posted on Tiffany ScottTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We cannot thank Love In the Lead training enough and especially Gabby, our Annie girls' trainer! The difference the 3 Week Board and Train made in our America Bully was remarkable!! We have been nothing but impressed with the care, service, and communication we have received during this process. From the moment we dropped her off we were confident she was in good hands! So professional, knowledgeable, and informative while working with us in the family training sessions! The materials provided were so helpful! And we loved the updates and photos we received throughout the training!! We can't recommend them enough!!

