Leash + Recall / Greenville & Spartanburg, SC

Call your dog. Know they will
always come back.

The Leash + Recall program builds on leash obedience and adds reliable off-leash recall using a professionally conditioned e-collar. Real freedom. Real reliability.

$2,400 Investment
8-10 Weeks
Weekly Private sessions
Is this right for you?

Your dog is good on leash. But off leash is a different story.

This program is for owners who want more than just good leash manners. You want the freedom to let your dog off leash at a park, on a trail, or in your yard and know without any doubt that they will come back when called.

The Leash + Recall program includes everything in the Leash Training program and builds on top of it with e-collar conditioning for clear, reliable off-leash communication. No guessing. No hoping. Just a dog you can trust.

This program is a good fit if you want
  • Reliable recall in any environment, any distraction
  • Off-leash freedom at parks, trails, and open spaces
  • Advanced leash manners on and off leash
  • A dog that stays calm around other dogs and people
  • Higher-level public access obedience
  • A complete, real-world obedience foundation
About the e-collar

This is not a shock collar.
Here is what it actually is.

The biggest hesitation most owners have about this program is the e-collar. That is completely understandable. There is a lot of bad information out there.

An e-collar used correctly is a communication tool, not a punishment device. We condition your dog to understand the stimulation at the lowest effective level before it ever becomes part of training. Your dog does not associate it with pain. They associate it with clear direction.

The result is a dog that responds reliably in high-distraction environments where treats have zero influence. That is the gap that closes with this program.

The myth

E-collars shock and hurt dogs.

The reality

We use low-level stimulation, similar to a TENS unit, conditioned carefully so dogs understand it as a clear signal, not a punishment.

The myth

E-collars create fearful or shut-down dogs.

The reality

Properly conditioned e-collar training produces confident, relaxed dogs because they understand exactly what is expected of them.

The myth

You can get the same results with just treats.

The reality

Treats work in low-distraction settings. They lose influence when a dog sees a squirrel, another dog, or hits a full sprint. The e-collar is what makes recall reliable at distance and under real distraction.

The curriculum

What your dog will learn

Everything in Leash Training plus off-leash reliability at a higher level of distraction and distance.

Advanced leash manners

  • Advanced heel on and off leash
  • Structured engagement under distraction
  • Threshold manners
  • Calm leash handling in all environments

Off-leash recall

  • Reliable recall command at distance
  • Recall around dogs, people, and wildlife
  • E-collar conditioned communication
  • Off-leash heel

Foundation obedience

  • Reliable sit and down with duration
  • Structured place with longer duration
  • Leave it under distraction
  • Emotional neutrality in stimulating environments

Advanced public access

  • Restaurants and outdoor seating
  • Busy sidewalks and parks
  • Retail stores
  • Settling calmly under tables
What is included

Everything you need to get there.

E-collar system included

Professional-grade e-collar (Dogtra system) included in the program price. No extra cost.

All training tools

Prong collar, leash, and e-collar. All properly fitted and explained.

Weekly 1-hour sessions

Starting at home, progressing into high-distraction real-world environments as your dog advances.

Structured distraction layering

A deliberate, progressive approach to building reliability under real-world conditions.

Video guidance support

Between-session support so you stay on track and never feel stuck.

Lifetime support

Access to Maddie long after the program ends. You are part of the Southern Hounds family.

Exclusive boarding eligibility

Graduates earn access to structured boarding when you travel.

Investment

Clear pricing.
No surprises.

$2,400

8 to 10 weeks / All tools and e-collar included / Payment plans available

Payment plan options

Weekly payments 8 × $300
Bi-weekly payments 4 × $600
Split payment 2 × $1,200

Financing available through Affirm, Klarna, and Afterpay. Approval is determined by the provider. Processing fees may apply.

Ready to get started?

The first step is an evaluation. No commitment required.

We meet your dog, hear what is going on, and build a plan together. You leave knowing exactly what your dog needs and what the path forward looks like.

Book an evaluation

Serving Greenville County, Spartanburg County, and Charlotte, NC.

Google reviews

Real Training. Real Results.

★★★★★ 5.0 on Google / 28 reviews
All programs

Not sure which program is right?

Every program builds on the last. Start where your dog is and work toward the freedom you want.

Leash Training

$1,400

5 weeks / Weekly private sessions

Foundation obedience, leash manners, and public confidence. Best for pulling, reactivity, and real-world basics.

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This program

Leash + Recall

$2,400

8 to 10 weeks / Weekly private sessions

Everything in Leash Training plus reliable off-leash recall using a professionally conditioned e-collar.

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Board and Train

$6,000

4 to 6 weeks / Daily structured training

Accelerated results for busy owners. Your dog lives with Maddie and trains every day in real-world environments.

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The next step

Real freedom starts with a reliable recall. Let us build that together.

The evaluation takes about an hour. You will leave knowing exactly what your dog needs. No pressure. No commitment. Just answers.