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Training That Makes Dogs Happy!
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Training that makes dogs Happy!
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Train Happy

We train to enhance the lives of dogs and their owners, every day. Dog training starts with relationship and our Happy training philosophy creates positive, successful relationships to tackle any dog training goal with clear communication and consistency.
Whether you have a little puppy or need some big help, our trainers are ready. We always prioritize a successful learning experience to ensure you leave us as a Happy owner with a Happy Dog.

Puppy Training

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Puppy training programs that will guide you and your puppy to a happy home during the most crucial training time, puppyhood.

Dog Training

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Dog training programs that will transform your relationship with your dog, build new skills and confidence in tackling training challenges.

Behavior Training

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Behavior modification that focuses on the root cause of behaviors to help you have a behaviorally healthy and happy dog.

Group Classes

Group training classes offer a unique training opportunity for you and your dog. Progress your dog's training in a new environment, practice with controlled distractions, socialize and build confidence, learn new skills, and challenge your training.

Puppy training and socialization

Join our 6-week STAR puppy manners class and learn the basics of puppy training or Jump into our Bi-weekly puppy playgroups and socialization classes.

Adult dog and behavior classes

Join our Happy Dog Manners class, put your dog's obedience skills to the test with our AKC Canine Good Citizen class or work through leash reactivity with Emily Greene.

Advanced classes and tricks

Looking for something fun or more advanced? Join our Rally obedience classes or learn trick training.
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Private Lessons

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Learn one on one from our experienced agility instructors with a personalized training experience to help advance your skills.

Group Agility

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Happy Dogs group Agility classes allow your dog to learn in a fun and interactive group environment with fellow Agility enthusiasts.

Agility Events

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Happy Dogs hosts agility training events and seminars a few times a year to advance your training experience.
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Our Locations

Huntersville

This private dog training facility includes indoor training spaces and multiple fenced training yards. Including a full set of Agility equipment and group training spaces. The Huntersville training facility is conveniently located just a few minutes from Birkdale shopping in Lake Norman and is easily accessible from I-77 and I-485.

The Huntersville location hosts private sessions, Agility, Behavioral and Group Classes. Book now

Mooresville

This private dog training facility includes multiple fully fenced training fields, winter lights, a full complement of Agility equipment, and training tools. The Mooresville training facility is conveniently located just off of Brawley School rd and is easily accessible from I-77.

The Mooresville location hosts Agility, Agility groups, group training classes, behavioral and private training sessions. Book now

In home service area

Happy Dogs services the Northeast side of Charlotte, North Carolina for in-home training and on-site training at local parks and public spaces. This includes the Lake Norman area with zipcodes in Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, Denver, and the Concord area including zip codes in Concord, North Charlotte, Harrisburg and Kannapolis.
Book a consultation for in-home training!

The Story of Happy Dogs

The owner and founder of Happy Dogs Training, Piper Novick began her dog training journey in 2009 when she discovered the sport of dog agility with her sheltie, Happy. (Pictured to the right)
 
Enjoying the challenges and teamwork required to excel in agility sparked Piper’s love for dog training. Happy went on to win a national title while Piper was still in her early teens, giving Piper the experience needed to take her overseas for international events with her next dog. For the next few years, Piper shadowed under trainers and worked other jobs, including pet sitting and dog walk, before taking on her own dog training clients. While gaining practical experience in the dog training industry, Piper advanced her education to provide her clients with comprehensive and evidence-based training programs. The culmination of these experiences led Piper to form Happy Dogs Training LLC in 2019.
 
Since then, countless wagging tails and smiling owners have helped us reach where we are today. The passion and enthusiasm for dog training that sparked Piper’s ambition still fuels her every day to help owners create a happy and healthy life for their dogs. This mission is shared by all trainers on the Happy Dogs’ staff who strive to help owners understand and communicate effectively with their dogs. Train dogs without force or fear is a core tenant of our training philosophy which ensures we provide a positive training experience for dogs and their owners. 
 
Today, Happy Dogs reaches hundreds of dogs and owners each week, with 9 employees on staff and a crazy calendar of classes, lessons, and activities. Happy Dogs is a women-led, small business determined to improve the lives of dogs and owners in a big way. 
 
Let us spark your love for training your Happy dog.
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Happy Clients

“I have yet to meet anyone who understands dogs better or who is more effective at training them than Piper. There have been so many times when she has suggested a training tip or way of handling my dogs that gets immediate results because it makes sense to the dog. Her passion for dogs and dog training is reflected by her own success as an international agilty competitor and by the success and enthusiasm of her students (including myself and my 2 children). We wouldn't have advanced in agility as far as we have without her, not only has she helped us make progress much faster than with other trainers, she has made the learning process a real joy for us and the dogs.”
Debby Reed Private training and Agility student
"Lake Norman friends.. I can not say enough great things about Happy Dogs Training. I swore to my husband that if we got another dog, I would devote the time and effort into training it to be an asset to our family and not a stressor. Doing so has also brought value to River's life. Lori and Piper have been amazing trainers. River and I have both learned SO much over the last three months"
Blair Fraizer Private training and group class student
"Piper is professional, efficient, and very knowledgeable! In 7 weeks, she helped us transform our dog's behavior and our experience as dog owners. She demonstrated the power of positive reinforcement and gave us the confidence and the tools we needed. We highly recommend her!"
Georgina Petrosky Private training student
"I cannot say enough amazing things about Piper! I never thought it would be as easy to train our puppy but as long as we follow Piper's plan, its almost mindless! I cannot count the number of people who have asked us who our trainer is because our 12 week old pup is doing so well!"
Michelle Delaney Private training student
“Piper was a godsend, full of wisdom, patience, and guidance for me and my new rescue, Noel. He had some puppy growing pains and lots of anxiety about a new home. I was panicking about his howling and destructiveness, but I grew more confident about both of us from the very first session, which is a free consultation! Piper spent about an hour giving me an assessment and reassurances about strategies. I signed up for a set of weekly lessons, and it is by far the best money I’ve spent on Noel. He is a happy, eager to please, crate-free dog (a goal I had set for my guy). I really owe it all to Piper’s expertise. She is a gem!”
Janet Stallard Private training student
"I recently took one of my dogs through the intro agility class and we learned so much. As another dog trainer, it was great to be welcomed to learn from them. I look forward to working with them again in the future!"
Smokey Oaks K9 Agility group class student
"I loved training my dogs with Happy Dogs positive training methods. I started with my 4 yr old Boston Terrier with 5 private agility classes. Both me and my dog were inexperienced but Piper made it stress free, fun, and successful. Then when we got our new puppy Piper came to our house each week for 5 weeks of puppy training. I learned a lot about positive training and it worked. Even with a stubborn Lhasa Apso! Then I decided to continue training my Boston and took Piper's Canine Good Citizen class. 5 weeks of fun training and bonding with my dog as we went to stores, parks, and other places to practice. On week 6 we passed the CGC Test. The other instructor Karen was outstanding as well. Whether you want some basic obedience training, puppy training, or something a little more challenging like agility, Piper does it all. And with 100% positive methods. You won't be disappointed. I plan on taking many more classes at Happy dogs. One happy customer."
Jan Gonzales Private training, agility and group class student
"I love my lessons with Piper. She has been so much help with my dog Rascal and me. We take Agility lessons and enjoy the private treatment.
Nan McClure Agility student
"working with Piper has been great. Scout looks forward to agility and gets excited whenever I get our bag ready. Scout has learned so much so quickly, and Piper has kept it a fun experience for all of us. not to mention the pricing, they are a steal for the training Piper provides. Piper is a wonderful trainer, and I definitely recommend going to her for agility training"
Marybeth Gough Agility student
"Piper uses 100% positive reinforcement dog training AND gets results! I have taken both agility classes and private lessons with Piper. She makes classes fun for the dog and owner and teaches how to have the best relationship with your dog."
Emilee McClain Agility and training student
Five stars! Pros: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Great Value
Isabelle Nilsson Group class training student
"We are so thankful for the training we utilized with Piper. She was diligent to teach our girl the necessary rules to keep our dog safe and she did a fantastic job of incorporating the entire family with the dog training. The tools she gave us were simply and affective, and we wouldn’t have known how to use these training techniques ourselves. EVERYONE compliments how well behaved our dog is. She is not a nuisance and brings so much joy to all she comes in contact with. She is such a good girl and so much of that is because of Piper  I highly recommend her training to anyone with a dog...even more so a pup."
Kathleen and Jason Dellinger Private training students
"Excellent training for our Sheltie pup! Piper is extremely professional and her philosophy and approach to training is positive and real! We did a package and a weekly day training session. She has great coaching techniques for humans and the furry student! Highly recommend Happy Dogs Training."
Lauri McCoy Private training student
"Excellent dog training with kindness and consistency"
Anna Montgomerie Happy Dogs student
Five stars on googe! Pros: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness
Karen Lewis Private training and group class student
Piper was our trainer at Happy Dogs. She worked with us and our very leash reactive 3 year old lab/aussie mix. During the 8 week timeframe of working together with Piper we saw our stressed and anxious dog become more relaxed, less anxious, happier, and she even lost 8lbs! After working with Piper we now feel confident in handling our pup in public places and around other dogs. Her leash reactivity has dramatically improved, along with our knowledge of strategies and techniques. We cannot thank Piper enough for all that she did for us and our dog. Highly recommend Happy Dogs Training!
Tanya Behrendt Private training student