Carolina Classic Canine

18/01/2025

We welcome all counties. Our services are not limited to Pickens County residents.

Start your pets year off right.

16/01/2025

❄ Bentley and Rosie loved their snowy stay-cation with their sitter, Mia! ❄ They're the cutest duo.

Are you searching for a reliable sitter for your pets? Look no further! At Carolina Classic Canine, our team of insured sitters are trained in fear-free animal handling and home care to ensure your pets are safe and happy while you're away.

Dates are booking up fast, and we’re already taking reservations through December 2025. Contact us today at (864) 247-4890 to book your pups’ stay-cation!

📍 Based in Walhalla, SC. Serving all of Upstate SC and select areas of NC and GA.

15/01/2025

15/01/2025

🎓 Congratulations, Solo! 🐶

Solo’s transformation has been truly inspiring. After a difficult start, spending much of his early life in a crate, Solo was adopted by his incredible family. He has made remarkable progress since then.

We’ve focused on building his confidence, refining his manners, and laying a strong foundation for his training; all with positive reinforcement and fear-free based methods. Solo’s family has dedicated so much hard work, and it’s been amazing to see his growth. Now, he’s graduated Level 1 with flying colors!

In a few weeks, we’ll be moving on to Level 2, where we’ll focus on advanced skills, difficult hold positions, and refining leash walking techniques. Congratulations to Solo and his family for all their hard work and progress!

If you’re looking for a personalized training experience for your pet, don’t hesitate to contact us today to schedule your evaluation. We’re dedicated to helping your dog reach their full potential with a supportive, positive approach. Call (864) 247-4890 to get started today.

📍 Based in Walhalla, SC. Serving all of Upstate SC and select areas of NC and GA.

Manners don't make the dog, they make the dog awesome!

15/01/2025

We have a BIG announcement for Carolina Classic Canine. We’re launching an offering with Honeycomb Credit! Because of amazing customers like you, we’re ready to expand our business and we want you to be a part of our success. Through Honeycomb, *you* can become an investor in our business - starting with as little as $100!

With the funds that you’re investing, we plan to provide continuing education for our trainers, begin the search for a new location, launch our podcast, and finally offer our own locally sourced pet treats. Investing is super easy, and you can start by checking out our offering page here. https://invest.honeycombcredit.com/campaigns/carolina-classic-canine

11/01/2025

🚀 Exciting News! Because of all our loyal customers and fans like you, we've experienced some tremendous growth over the years. Now we are gearing up for something big. Want an exclusive first look? Sign up on our "Coming Soon" page and be the first in the know here: https://smallbusiness.honeycombcredit.com/carolinaclassiccanine

Carolina Classic Canine is partnering with Honeycomb Credit and looking to its customers and fans to become investors in the business.

11/01/2025

Dogs tied outside shops face multiple risks.

Firstly, they are vulnerable to theft, as they can be easily taken by someone with malicious intent.

Secondly, there's a risk of aggression, either from or towards other dogs and people, which can lead to stressful or dangerous encounters.

Thirdly, dogs might suffer from environmental stressors, including loud noises or extreme temperatures, without the ability to seek shelter.

Additionally, the dog could become entangled in their leash, leading to potential injury or strangulation.

Finally, the isolation and uncertainty of being left alone in a public place can cause anxiety and distress, affecting the dog's mental well-being.

11/01/2025

Poppy and Tater have been making great strides in their training, working hard on the three D’s of dog training; duration, distance, and distraction. Each session builds their skills and confidence, and they had a blast doing their training in the snow today! 🐶❄

If you’re looking for personalized, fear-free training to help your dog thrive, we’re here to help. Call (864) 247-4890 to schedule your evaluation today.

📍 Based in Walhalla, SC. Serving all of Upstate SC and select areas of NC and GA.

Manners don't make the dog, they make the dog awesome!

10/01/2025

We had an incredible time hosting our first quarterly seminar with the amazing team at ! Allison taught the staff "Introduction to Fear-Free Animal Handling" focusing on techniques to help create safer, stress-free experiences for their furry clients.

Thank you to the Blue Ridge Dog Daycare team for your enthusiasm and dedication. We loved working with you! 🐶✨

10/01/2025

It's sad to see people being told to invade all areas of their dogs life. Let's assume that like us, they want agency, undisturbed rest and that they have the right to manage their meal without strange human interruptions.

09/01/2025

At Carolina Classic Canine, we refuse to use harmful or aversive training methods, and solely practice positive reinforcement training. Here are 6 reasons why this approach is the best choice for your furry friend:

🐾 Strengthens Trust and Bond: Positive reinforcement builds a strong, trusting relationship between you and your dog, creating a foundation of mutual respect and understanding.

🐾 Enhances Learning and Retention: Dogs learn more effectively and retain behaviors longer when they're rewarded for doing the right thing, making training a fun and rewarding experience for both of you.

🐾 Promotes Mental Well-being: Keeping your dog mentally stimulated and engaged through positive reinforcement helps prevent boredom and promotes overall mental health.

🐾 Encourages Voluntary Participation: Dogs are more likely to participate willingly and enthusiastically in training sessions when they know they’ll be rewarded, leading to better results and a more enjoyable experience.

🐾 Reduces Behavioral Issues: Positive reinforcement helps address and reduce unwanted behaviors by focusing on rewarding good behaviors, leading to a happier and more well-behaved pet.

🐾 Safe and Humane: This training method is safe and humane, ensuring that your dog is treated with kindness and respect, fostering a positive learning environment.

If this is the training experience you've been looking for, don't hesitate to contact us today at 864-247-4890. Let's get started!

07/01/2025

Meet Romeo! 🐶✨With the help of his owner and trainer Marybeth, he’s made incredible strides through our coaching program. Now, he's entering Level 3, where we’ll focus on perfecting behavior in high-distraction environments, around new people, and other dogs. Romeo grows more confident every day!

At Carolina Classic Canine, we use positive reinforcement and fear-free methods to help dogs thrive. Interested in scheduling your pup's evaluation? Call us at (864) 247-4890 today.

03/01/2025

We have lots going on don't we. Even more so in this digital age.

01/01/2025

🎆 Happy New Year from all of us at Carolina Classic Canine! 🎆

Thank you to all of our clients for an incredible year. We're so grateful for the opportunity to work with you and your pets, and we can't wait to see what 2025 brings!

Wishing everyone and their furry friends a happy, safe, and wonderful New Year!

31/12/2024

As you get ready to celebrate, don’t forget to keep your pets safe and comfortable:

🏠 Secure pets indoors: Fireworks and celebrations can be loud and overwhelming. Make sure they’re safe inside where they can’t escape or get lost.
🛏️ Provide a quiet, safe space: Create a cozy spot for them with their favorite bed or blanket to help them feel secure.
🆔 Update IDs and microchips: Double-check that your contact information is current in case your pet does get out.
🎶 Use calming aids: Consider playing soft music or white noise to drown out the sound of fireworks.
🐶 Consult your veterinarian: If your pet gets particularly anxious, ask about additional calming aids or medications.
🚫 Avoid party hazards: Keep alcohol, chocolate, and other dangerous foods out of reach, as well as decorations like streamers or confetti.

All it takes is one loud pop for your pet to bolt. Stay vigilant to keep them safe and sound.

31/12/2024

Dogs shouldn’t have to infinitely suppress natural behaviours like sniffing, digging, or barking to meet human expectations. Natural behaviour is one of the most important dog welfare needs. By meeting these needs, their behaviour naturally improves as frustration and desperation diminish. Discover how easy it it to meet your dog's natural needs and improve their well-being with Canine Principles.