Dog Trainer in Charlotte for Labrador Retrievers

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

Since 1991 — Over 30 Years of Experience

If you want a dog trainer in Charlotte who has been living with Labs since 1991, that is this page. Not a box of YouTube clips. Come, sit, stay, heel, on Gum Branch, with the same people who raised the pup. Tripper Wood does the work. Praise lasts longer than a pile of treats. We have said that out loud for years because it is how the dogs actually learn here. Best age to start is about 13 weeks. If your Lab is already past that, call anyway. We will tell you honestly whether three weeks will help or whether you need a different plan.

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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.

Come

Reliable recall in any environment

Sit

Calm, controlled sitting on command

Stay

Extended duration stays with distractions

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

Training Overview

See our training philosophy and methods in action

Tripper & His Labs

A lifetime of loving and training Labrador Retrievers

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

Book Training Now Call (704) 504-7931