Since 1991 — Over 30 Years of Experience

    Lab Puppy Obedience Training — Charlotte, NC

    Come, sit, stay, heel — the 4 commands that create a lifetime of harmony with your Labrador Retriever.

    "An ounce of praise lasts longer than a pound of treats"

    Tripper Wood - Professional dog trainer at LabPups.com in Charlotte NC

    Tripper Wood

    Professional Trainer

    30+ Years Experience

    What's Included in Our Lab Puppy Training Program

    Our lab puppy obedience training in Charlotte, NC covers the essential commands every Labrador needs. The program includes sit, stay, heel, come, crate training foundations, and leash manners — all reinforced with praise-based methods that build a lasting bond between you and your Lab.

    1

    Come

    Reliable recall in any environment

    2

    Sit

    Calm, controlled sitting on command

    3

    Stay

    Extended duration stays with distractions

    4

    Heel

    Walking calmly at your side on leash

    Training Timeline & Pricing

    21 days (3 weeks) of intensive training

    Commands reinforced with praise, not treats

    Owner training session included

    Boarding & food included in program

    Visiting recommended after two weeks

    Jumping on people discouraged

    Creates a more gentle, patient pup

    Best age to start: 13 weeks (3-4 months)

    3-Week Obedience Training

    $1,500

    Come, Sit, Stay, Heel — Boarding & Food Included

    • ✓ 21 days of professional training
    • ✓ Praise-based reinforcement method
    • ✓ Owner training at pickup
    • ✓ All meals & boarding included
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    Housebreaking Program

    $1,950

    2-3 months comprehensive housebreaking

    Payment: Due at time of drop off
    Accepted: Zelle / Venmo / Cash / Check

    Why Train Your Labrador Puppy Early

    Labrador puppies are naturally eager to learn, and early Labrador puppy training sets the foundation for a lifetime of good behavior. Starting obedience training at 13 weeks takes advantage of your Lab's critical socialization window, when they're most receptive to learning new commands and building habits. Early training prevents common behavioral problems like jumping, pulling on the leash, and selective hearing — saving you time, frustration, and potential damage down the road.

    See Our Training in Action

    Watch Tripper Wood work with dogs through our praise-based training methodology

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    Tripper & His Labs

    A lifetime of loving and training Labrador Retrievers

    Tripper with a black lab puppy
    Tripper and Moose at a 4th of July celebration
    Tripper and Moose on a car ride
    Tripper with his chocolate lab Moose
    Tripper with Tim George Jr and yellow lab Vino at a NASCAR event
    Tripper holding a yellow lab puppy

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    Give your puppy the foundation for a lifetime of good behavior. Best age to start: 13 weeks.