Happy Dogs Training Center

05/24/2026

Please do not fall for any of the scammers trying to sell Happy Dogs t-shirts off old FB posts. I’ve reported them to FB and apparently trying to hijack our FB page and sell stuff with our logo on it does not violate FB policy. I have asked them to reconsider.

05/05/2026

Registration is open for the next term of Handling Classes at Happy Dogs just in time for the Blue Ridge Clusters the end of May. Classes start on Wednesday this week.

Greenville Kennel Club offers "Show-n-Go handling classes for individuals that need practice standing, stacking, accepting a judge's examination and gaiting.

04/26/2026

Many thanks to Susan Young for providing us with this opportunity to train in the same rings we trial in. Get your entries to Susan while there are still openings. And, if you really want to show your appreciation, offer to help!

03/21/2026

Happy Dogs "Train Like You Trial" Run-Thrus open for registration. Correct.the mistakes that only happy in the ring!

Dates: April 25th, May 16th and June 27th.

We will be collecting food donations for Harvest Hope Food Bank.

Happy Dogs has two full-sized working rings so your dog will be able to practice in a trial-like setting with distractions. You will have a dog heeling, jumping, and retrieving in the next ring, people sitting in chairs and dogs waiting in crates. Dog/handler teams will be warming up and waiting in....

03/21/2026

We had a packed day of run-thrus on March 14th! We welcomed guests from faraway places to join Happy Dogs members who make us part of their monthly training plan.

A huge thank you to everyone who supported the March 14th run-thrus at Happy Dogs and joined us in efforts to address food insecurity in our community. We collected an amazing 137 pounds of food for Harvest Hope Food Bank.

Come join us! Happy Dogs’ April 25th “Train Like You Trial” run-thrus are open for registration, and we have openings in all classes.

03/12/2026

Greenville Kennel Club offers "Show-n-Go handling classes for individuals that need practice standing, stacking, accepting a judge's examination and gaiting.

03/11/2026

Exciting news!

Happy Dogs is offering a new six-week conformation handling class led by Kathy Clark. Join us on Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. to perfect essential skills like ring etiquette, advanced handling methods, strategies to enhance handler confidence, the judge’s exam, gaiting patterns, and how to look like a pro. Limited space. Introductory class fee is $65. Classes start on March 18th

Greenville Kennel Club offers "Show-n-Go handling classes for individuals that need practice standing, stacking, accepting a judge's examination and gaiting.

02/23/2026

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02/23/2026

We had a wonderful weekend with the Carolina Irish Setter Club and Rally exhibitors! It’s truly rare to find a club with such amazing hospitality. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success.

Please mark your calendars for the weekend of August 22nd and 23rd. The Carolina Irish Setter Club will be hosting its Obedience Trials at Happy Dogs. They've invited Dr. Brenda Riemer to judge.

Watch this page for the premium and more information about these trials.

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02/04/2026

Just a heads-up that entries for Saturday’s “Train Like You Trial” Run-Thrus are closing tomorrow!

We’re also collecting donations for a local food pantry at Saturday’s run-thrus!

Harvest Hope is a fantastic local organization that helps different groups in the state by providing food to those who are facing tough times and don’t have easy access to grocery stores. We were really touched by the number of people waiting in line when we delivered the food we collected last month.

They’re always in need of the following items:

1 lb. Bags of Rice or Pasta
1 lb. Bags of Rice or Pasta
Canned Vegetables
Canned Fruits
Canned or pouch proteins (Chicken/Tuna)
Canned Beans
Macaroni & Cheese
Peanut Butter
Cereal
Ramen Noodle Packs
Boxed, Single-serve Breakfast Items (Oatmeal, Grits, Granola Bars)
Single-Serve, Pop-Top Meals (Chef Boyardee, Mac & Cheese, Beef Stew)