About Southern Tails Dog School
Southern Tails Dog School offers a positive and enriching environment for dog training, catering to both first-time and experienced dog owners. The trainers are knowledgeable, kind, and patient, adapting their teaching styles to suit different types of dogs. The curriculum is comprehensive, covering essential commands and addressing individual behavior issues, such as anxiety and reactivity. Classes include hands-on activities for both dogs and owners, with helpful homework assignments that reinforce learning. Many clients appreciate the personalized attention and support from trainers, who encourage questions and provide guidance beyond the classroom. With a focus on building a strong bond between dogs and their owners, Southern Tails Dog School is highly recommended for anyone looking to enhance their dog’s training experience.
My dog Atlas is currently in the 101 obedience class, and I can’t say enough good things about the instructors, Corey and Ellen. They are incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and encouraging. Every week I leave class feeling more confident in my ability to work with Atlas. The way they can show just one small adjustment that makes all the difference is amazing 🤯.
What I appreciate most is how supportive Corey and Ellen are — not just of the dogs, but of the owners too. They make learning fun and uplifting. I even brought my granddaughter to class one evening, and they took the time to show her techniques, encourage her, and make her feel proud of...read full review
I had a great experience at Southern Tails! The trainers really put into perspective how dogs think and learn and I've truly enoyed building the bond with my dog. I read some reviews that mentioned the class covers things you could easily teach the dog on your own (sit, stay, etc). I have a working line German shepherd who did master the direct command very quickly. However I found the class provided so much more enrichment than that. The trainers Caroline and Ellen did a wonderful job adjusting the training style for each type of dog. They also introduced our dogs to other elements that they may not typically encounter. While my girl is easy to master a command, she...read full review
This is our 2nd class. The trainers/instructors are great. The curriculum is very good. The homework assignments really help the dog and owners achieve their goals. Everyone is very knowledgeable and helpful.