Understanding Your Dog, LLC

05/28/2026

Very excited to welcome Understanding Your Dog's new groomer, Sara Miller.
She comes to us with 10 years of grooming experience working with Pet Supplies in Concord & Petsmart in Salisbury.
Sara is a busy mother of 8 & 9-year-old humans, and 10- and 15-year-old canines.
She describes herself as a loving, compassionate, & judgment-free groomer. Perfect for Understanding Your Dog's gentle & stress-free grooming environment.
To schedule a groom: https://theresadognc.com/grooming/

05/26/2026

Have a new puppy?
Teaching manners is the #1 goal every puppy owner needs
$100/4-week series
Mondays June1 – June 22nd
6-7pm
Learn Basic Cues (Sit, Down, & Stay)
Understanding Your Dog’s Body Language
Impulse Control
Prevention of Puppy Issues
Classes will be held at The Training Center (1325 S. Fulton St.)
Dogs must not be reactive to other dogs (One-on-One is a better option)
Dogs must be fully vaccinated
Trainer: Ellie Lambeth, ABCDT
Under 11 months of age
To Register: https://theresadognc.com/.../puppys-first-socialization.../

05/04/2026

May the 4th be with you! 💫

Happy Memorial Day!

04/24/2026

Puppy’s First Socialization Class
Socializing your puppy is the key to ensuring you have a happy, confident, and well-adjusted dog.
Under 11 months of age
$100/4-week series
Mondays June1 – June 22nd
6-7pm
Learn Basic Cues (Sit, Down, & Stay)
Understanding Your Dog’s Body Language
Impulse Control
Prevention of Puppy Issues
Classes will be held at The Training Center (1325 S. Fulton St.)
Dogs must not be reactive to other dogs (One-on-One is a better option)
Dogs must be fully vaccinated
Trainer: Ellie Lambeth, ABCDT
Under 11 months of age
To Register: https://theresadognc.com/event/puppys-first-socialization-class/

04/24/2026

Fine-Tune Your Relationship with Your Dog
Learn how to Capture that Eye Contact
10mo & UP
$115/4-week series
Fridays. May 8th – May 29th
6-7pm
4 Week Class $115
• How to find the “Love Language” from your dog: Mat Work, Tasty Treats, & a lot of Tasty Treats
• Understanding Cues to build a better Communication & Trust
• Owners learn how to be patient & consistent with clear & positive reinforcement to avoid frustration & build confidence
Classes will be held at The Training Center (1325 S. Fulton St.)
Dogs must not be reactive to other dogs (One-on-One is a better option)
Dogs must be fully vaccinated
Instructor: Tracy Crotts, AKC Trick Trainer Evaluator
To Register:

Instructor: Tracy Crotts, AKC Trick Trainer Evaluator Learn: • How to find the “Love Language” from your dog; Mat Work, Tasty Treats, & a lot of Tasty Treats • Understanding Cues to build a better…

04/08/2026

Socialization Group Class
Specifically for Small Breeds/Tea Cup (Under 12lbs)
Mondays. April13th – May 4th
6-7pm
4 Week. $115
• Over Excitable/Barking
• Attention Seeking/Jumping
• Difficulty Walking on a Leash
• Prevention of The Small Dog Syndrome
Classes will be held at The Training Center (1325 S. Fulton St.)
Instructor: Theresa Pitner, CPDT-KA
Registration: https://theresadognc.com/event/socialization-group-class/

03/27/2026

Socialization Group Class
Specifically for Small Breeds/Tea Cup (Under 12lbs)
Mondays. April13th – May 4th
6-7pm
4 Week. $115
• Over Excitable/Barking
• Attention Seeking/Jumping
• Difficulty Walking on a Leash
• Prevention of The Small Dog Syndrome
Classes will be held at The Training Center (1325 S. Fulton St.)
Instructor: Theresa Pitner, CPDT-KA
To Register: https://theresadognc.com/event/socialization-group-class/

03/27/2026

Non-Competitive Agility Class
12 months & up
Focus on Enrichment Work with Other Dogs
Saturdays. April 18th – May 9th
10-11 am
4 Week Class. $120
• Understanding Educational Play
• A Focus on Luring
• Jumps, Tunnel Work, & Weave Poles
Classes will be held at Pitner Dog Park (315 Martin Luther King Jr. S.)
This is an active class with lots of movement. Owners must be able to handle their dogs around other dogs.
Dogs must be fully vaccinated
Instructor: Theresa Pitner, CPDT-KA
To register:
https://theresadognc.com/event/non-competitive-agility-class-2/

02/23/2026

Slots are available in this Puppy Socialization Class.
Crucial for early socialization and prevention of future behavior problems.
This class is for owners who have a new puppy in the home
To register: theresadognc.com/event/socialization -training-for-puppies/

02/16/2026

The best thing about February is that it is the shortest month, bringing us one more month closer to spring. Meet some dogs that are excited to be spending some quality time with their people, being the best they can be.
One-on-One private sessions and Group Classes. All Ages.
Click for more information:
https://theresadognc.com/
Click on the photos & meet these wonderful canines. Enjoy!