2026-11-04T16:11:34.013Z

Heather recently trained our dog Axel, and I can honestly say the difference has been incredible! Before training, Axel struggled with pretty much everything outside of basic commands. Now he listens so well, responds to us, and is overall a completely different dog in the best way!Heather really laid the groundwork for him and gave us the tools to keep up with everything he learned. It’s been amazing to see how much his behavior has changed. We seriously can’t thank her enough for all the time and effort she put into working with Axel. We’re so happy with the results and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dog trainer!

2026-10-02T01:19:08.745Z

We are so grateful for Heather! Our 1 year old dog, Axel did the 4 week board and train with Heather and we couldn’t be happier with the results. We were nervous to send Axel away for such a long time but, we knew he needed some professional help with leash & house manners. Axel came back a different boy and he is so happy to show off all of his new skills! Pulling on the leash? That’s old news! Axel now walks at our side on the leash and is unbothered by distractions such as other dogs, kids, and bikes! He truly gained a new sense of confidence through his training. Heather was great with providing photo and video updates on Instagram. I would absolutely recommend New Beginnings K9 to anyone looking to sharpen their dog’s skills and manners!

2026-07-20T23:11:42.635Z

Heather did an unbelievable job with our new golden. My wife and I have a 10 month old and to add on to the crazy, we got a puppy. Admittedly, we knew we wete in over our heads so we decided to seek help. Heather was able to personalize a training for our boy to help us as parents to a baby. Needless to say, since he got home, he bas been the best behaved gold boy we can ask for and cant recommend Heather enough!

2026-07-12T01:30:51.603Z

Lindy did a fantastic job with our new puppy! We got her back and she was such a good listener and knew all the commands that they trained her on plus some leash manners. She also trained her to go into her crate on her own instead of running from us, so that’s been really helpful too!

2026-06-04T20:27:05.887Z

2026-06-01T18:10:53.008Z

Trainers that give back to the pet rescues!!!

2026-05-28T13:50:29.384Z

Hello everyone,My name is Carrie Barton. I’m 63 years old and have two intact male Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd mixes who both turn two in June. Last year, my family and I made the move from California to North Carolina, and it was incredibly stressful, especially because my dogs were acting out every chance they got.We searched everywhere for dog trainers, but we were hesitant because we needed someone experienced enough to handle littermate syndrome and high anxiety. That’s when we found Next-Door K9 Solutions.From there, we got in touch with a trainer named Heather, and she has been absolutely fantastic. She was very communicative, answered every question we had, and made sure we felt supported throughout the process. Even after the initial training period ended, she continued checking in to make sure everything was going smoothly. I truly couldn’t be happier with her work.One important thing to understand is that you have to stay consistent with your dog’s training. Heather gave me the tools, instruction, and knowledge I needed to build a better relationship with my dogs, but it was up to me to continue putting in the work.Now, nearly a year after their initial training, I can easily separate them and keep them independent. I can walk them without being pulled, walk them off-leash, recall them reliably, and give them various commands with confidence.I highly recommend Next-Door K9 Solutions. Heather is an absolute all-star!

2026-05-27T23:31:33.379Z

Really helped me learn to control my dog on walks. Now it's a pleasure to go out with her and not a battle.Really knowledgeable trainers that "trained" me on how to act with her.

2026-05-27T23:09:26.839Z

We are so happy with Aspen's Board and Train program. I wish I had done it sooner. She has more confidence and is great on walks. The best thing is off lease hiking. She is still her normal silly self she just listens now.

2026-05-27T18:01:42.097Z

Heather had been so wonderful to work with. Fluffy had prior training in another state, but she and I needed some extra skills to walk well in a fully walking community. I loved that the principles Heather used aligned to what we knew.Heather worked with the high-energy nature of my mini-bernadoodle. She even answered my questions between sessions.I can now enjoy hands-free leash walking, backpack walking, bark-free front porch time, and able to bathe and groom Fluffy!!!I also love that she had provided other enrichment opportunities.Heather is GREAT!

2026-05-12T00:23:45.502Z

Delilah is my first rescue with pit in her. She's also got Belgian malinoise in her. She is super headstrong and smart. She has her own mental Rolodex (that's a rolling file of information.) In my county, it's more likely that she'd be adopted to use as a bait dog for dog fights. Delilah is super skittish and trainable, but I needed more support. My brother bought me a puppy boot camp package for Christmas. D doesn't like men, he was worried about her and of course, wanted her to like him. Autumn was our trainer, and I learned so much! Delilah had her basics, sit, hulk smash the floor (lie down), come, come, wait and hulk smash hands (shake, paw, high five.) She strengthened, leave it, taught her to place and wait in place and taught her not to pull on leash. I learned that Delilah needed more boundaries and directions. I always thought I was strict, especially as a teacher, but Autumn helped me see things from a different POV. Dogs have different rules. I needed to understand her rules to understand her behaviors. I cried when we got home the night I picked her up. She'd never sat on a couch with me, just lounging. She's never waited for doors to open before ploughing through. She enjoys games and puzzles more. It's up to me to keep up with the training, and I really want to do the pack walk. My stubborn, smart, disobedient, loving little pittie mix has learned more manners and listens so much better! Love isn't enough. Training makes my Delilah happy to work and shaves off so much anxiety for me. We walk together now. Peacefully. Engaged. Empowered.

2026-05-07T00:39:03.641Z

Heather is amazing! Worth every penny!

2026-05-01T16:27:53.702Z

Had the best experience with Heather training our pitbull!

2026-03-11T17:44:13.748Z

Heather is absolutely AMAZING! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I truly can’t say enough good things about my experience with her. My pup Max spent three weeks training with Heather, and the difference in his behavior is unbelievable—his progress has been tenfold! Not only did she do an incrediblejob working with Max, but she also made sure I left with the knowledge and tools I need to continue the training at home. What really sets Heather apart is how much she truly cares—she has continued to follow up and check on Max’s progress. And we will schedule followup sessions soon. I am beyond grateful for her dedication, patience, and expertise. If you’re looking for someone to help transform your dog’s behavior, Heather is the one! Thank you, thank you, thank you! 🐶✨

2026-02-26T14:33:36.775Z

Heather is amazing! She successfully trained my stubborn boy, completely transforming our lives. Since the training, he has become the best-behaved dog and truly fits in with our family. We are incredibly grateful for her expertise. The investment was absolutely worth it and will benefit us for a lifetime.

2026-02-24T17:46:56.852Z

We cannot say enough amazing things about Heather and her team at Next-Door K9 Solutions of Charlotte! From the moment we met Heather, we knew our rescue pup Chance was in the best hands possible.Chance came to us as a sweet, high-energy puppy with zero training—he didn’t understand boundaries, had no concept of manners, and simply didn’t know how to stop or respond to “no.” It was clear he needed professional help, and Heather delivered beyond our expectations.After just 3 weeks in her board and train program, Chance came home a completely transformed dog—in the best way possible. He still had his lovable, goofy personality, but now he had confidence, structure, and the ability to listen and respond. He genuinely seems happier knowing what’s expected of him and thrives on making us proud. The joy he shows when he earns a reward is priceless, and it’s all thanks to Heather’s incredible training and dedication.Heather didn’t just train Chance—she empowered us as dog owners, too. Her professionalism, knowledge, and care are unmatched. We truly feel like we have a strong foundation now, and we’re excited to continue working with her through follow-up training sessions. With that being said, we actually had her watch Chance and do follow up training with him while we were out of the country on our honeymoon - we loved leaving him with her knowing he was with someone we trusted fully.If you’re considering training for your pup, do yourself and your dog a favor—call Heather. We will always recommend her and Next-Door K9 Solutions to everyone we know.Thank you, Heather, for giving us the very best version of Chance!!!! 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

2026-02-16T14:40:48.129Z

We had a great experience with Next Door K-9! Our 7 year old dog completed their 4-week board and train to work on some manners, obedience and reactivity, and we have seen great improvement. Heather was fantastic - she explained the process, provided updates during training, and has been very responsive with any follow up questions we have had. Highly recommend!

2026-02-14T22:57:42.319Z

Great dog training and great price! Definitely recommend their services.

2026-02-13T14:22:13.093Z

When we rescued our Belgian we knew right away she required some good training .Our first meeting with Heather we both felt like we were totally blessed .Her commitment and patience is very obvious . We have utilized their boarding with with the best experiences each time .We look forward to keeping Zelda with them as long as they’ll have her .The training program works especially when you do your part .Thanks K9 for all of your quality service ❤️🌳🌈🌈

2026-02-13T12:50:43.272Z

Update still STRONG But doing as he has been trained to do. You will not go wrong with this trainer. My friend choose to go to another training center and now she has to send her dog to a 2nd trainer because her dog still doesn’t leason. My cane corso was just a year old puppy…oh yeah a big puppy. Lots of play and pretty much knew that he was strong. I send him to the training center and “wow” he is a totally different dog. Very very satisfied with the training . I would HIGHLY recommend this training center. Thank you very much

2026-02-13T12:35:11.024Z

I cannot recommend Blair enough! She was always available and so responsive whenever I needed help or had a question. It was clear that Sunny had a great experience. The training method feels truly unconditional, and the support from the team has been just as unconditional. I am thrilled with my choice to have them help my dog!

2026-02-13T02:05:37.291Z

My daughter’s rescue dog had completed in-home training with a different trainer, but had started to display some problematic behaviors that necessitated additional intervention. We had heard mixed things about boarding training programs, and were Hesitant after speaking with a number of companies. But then my daughter discovered Next-Door K9 Charlotte online and it sounded like the perfect solution.The on boarding administrator went above and beyond to explain the services to us and help us feel comfortable with a boarding training option. She was patient, readily available and knowledgeable throughout our decision-making process. She was exceptionally flexible in accommodating Some initial scheduling issues, and was committed to helping us find a viable path forward.She identified Heather as the perfect trainer for our dog, and that was definitely the case! Heather addressed each of his problematic behaviors and identified various contributing factors/triggers to those behaviors. She understood, not only our dog, but also his unique living situation that created certain parameters to his daily living experience. She seemed to intuitively grasp the complexity of the situation, and came up with solutions that were readily and effectively applied.At the end of his training, she provided a thorough in-home training tutorial for my daughter that was clear, easy to understand and comprehensive. She also presented the option of having my daughter‘s dog board with her during weeks when my daughter is at school, which was the perfect solution for what seemed like an insurmountable dilemma for our family. We have had great peace of mind having her in the expert hands of Heather during times when my daughter cannot take care of him. And as a bonus, we can add supplemental training sessions as needed.Next-Door K9 “rescued” both our rescue dog and us when we were in a situation that was Starting to feel somewhat desperate and hopeless. We love our dog very, very much and our eternally grateful to Heather and the team.

2025-09-28T22:11:10.000Z

My family adopted a dog (Remi) from the shelter, not knowing the extent of her past. Remi started getting comfortable in the house, but not liking people coming into her space. I was told to seek help from K9 Solutions and I was paired with Erin, who has a background with aggressive type dogs. Erin was so patient with us, worked with our schedule, and helped out so much with our girl. I’ve even had Blair, who is another trainer there, watch Remi if we go out of town. Even though we are done with training, I know that if I ever need anything or have any questions, any of the staff wouldn’t hesitate to help!

2025-09-20T00:21:46.031Z

My German Shepherd, Rex, was super reactive and hard to control on walks. I honestly dreaded taking him outside. After just a few sessions with heather , Rex is like a new dog. He listens, stays calm around other dogs, and I finally feel confident walking him. Truly life-changing. I can’t thank them enough!

2025-09-04T18:43:49.034Z

Friendly knowledgeable, responsible, and easy to get along with recommend

2025-08-13T15:01:45.844Z

We initially sent our dog for a board and train with Blair for aggression 3 years ago. She was so helpful, informative and non-judgmental. We have since been boarding our dogs with Heather every time we go out of town. It brings me a lot of peace of mind knowing they are not in a huge facility, and they are with a professional who understands their quirks. Mostly importantly, they are happy and not stressed when I pick them up.

2025-08-06T13:34:07.918Z

We are incredibly grateful for the amazing work you’ve done with Joy. Your patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement techniques have made a huge difference. Joy is more obedient, confident, and happier thanks to your training sessions.You’ve created such a fun and safe learning environment for her. We’ve seen noticeable improvements in her leash walking, commands, and overall behavior – we couldn’t ask for better!

2025-07-24T17:56:01.060Z

**A True Gem in Dog Training: Heather at NextDoor K9!**We cannot thank Heather enough for the incredible work she does with our rescue dogs. From the moment we met her, it was clear that she has an extraordinary gift for understanding dogs and their needs. Heather’s ability to interpret each dog's unique body language and respond with just the right approach is nothing short of amazing. It’s evident that she deeply understands the emotional and behavioral nuances of every dog she works with.Our rescue trusts Heather with all of our pups, and that trust has never been misplaced. She doesn’t just train dogs; she builds a relationship with them, setting them up for success in their forever homes. She has a way of making each dog feel heard and supported, which is exactly what they need to thrive.Heather is not only a skilled trainer but also an incredible human being. She is dedicated, compassionate, and deeply invested in the well-being of every dog she works with. We’ve seen firsthand how she tailors her training methods to fit the unique needs of each dog, helping them grow and succeed in ways we never thought possible.If you're looking for someone who is not only a badass dog trainer but also someone who truly cares about your dog’s future, Heather is your go-to person. We are beyond grateful for everything she has done for our rescue, and we can't recommend her enough!

2025-07-16T01:04:58.413Z

I seriously cannot recommend Heather enough!!!!! Having a trained, obedient dog was a non negotiable for me. My golden retriever puppy, Honey, turned 6 months old and although she didn’t know any better because she was just a puppy, she needed some major help learning how to settle down and listen to basic commands. She was wild! Lol. She needed help with basic manners (chewing, jumping on guests, counter surfing, crate training, and learning what the word NO means). She chewed a few baseboards in my new house and that’s when I knew I needed to get some help. I called Nextdoork9 and Heather was able to take Honey that very day!! It was incredible. We did the 3 week board and train and it was truly LIFE CHANGING. Heather is extremely knowledgeable and gave me updates on how honey was doing along the way!! At honeys go-home lesson, Heather spent a ton of time teaching us everything that she had done with honey so that we felt confident following through and keeping up with everything she learned. Her behavior change is remarkable. It’s been about a month since getting her back and I’m still in shock at how much of a difference I see in her. She came back fully trained and obedient and the best part is that she still has her loving, silly, cuddly, personality!!! She is trained on and off leash, comes straight to me when I call her name, isn’t interested in chewing anything other than her toys, stays quiet in her crate that she once HATED, does not pull AT ALL when I walk her, and she does every command that Heather has taught her. There have been several instances where strangers come up to me in public complimenting me on how well trained honey is and almost everyone that sees her comments on the fact that she is so calm for being such a young dog. Heather helped me have a dog that is still her fun and silly self but now knows how to calm down when it’s time to calm down. Heather did such an amazing job with Honey and her training was worth every last penny. If I ever got another dog that ended up needing training, they will absolutely be going to her. She is the BEST of the best!!!!!!

2025-07-11T14:44:12.185Z

Heather is the BESTShe trained my GD miss @SadieMaegreat daneAnd I think this is the beat money I have ever spent.She is a huge dog and I bring her everywhere with me.She is always on point. Thank you Heather for a great training experience