Take a look at our Total Recall program - GUARANTEED off leash obedience training that can save your dog's life!  This program is suitable for all kinds of dogs, but especially for those dogs that have been through multiple training courses without appreciable improvement. 

Whether your dog is shy, unruly, aggressive, big, small or anything in between,  we guarantee your satisfaction with our results!  Having problems with aggressive behavior towards your family, other animals or strangers?  Take a look at our effective DART™ program. 

Ask other dog trainers how long it will take them to achieve RELIABLE off-lead results!  Looking for positive dog training methods you will use for the rest of your dog's life?  We are the "gold standard" for reliable dog training in the Southeast.  We are located in northeast Georgia, just outside of Athens and are the most experienced training kennel in the area. Our clients come from Athens, all of metro Atlanta, Augusta, Gainesville as well as all over the country, and as far away as California and New York.  From yorkies to mastiffs, we have had success with this program.  Do you love your dog and want the BEST, most humane training available? 

We are remote collar SPECIALISTS who understand and apply positive methods and principles.  Invest in your dog's future by training him RIGHT the first time!

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Now offering housebreaking, crate training and socialization in our exclusive puppy Jump Start! program.  We can save you sleep and get your pup on a schedule and make later training more successful!  Call or email TODAY for availability.

Does your adult dog need housebreaking?  Then look at our Total Recall PLUS! program that offers our famous guaranteed obedience training combined with crate-training/housebreaking!

Welcome to Pacesetter Training Kennel online!  We are located in Winterville Georgia, just outside of Athens and are the most experienced training kennel in the area.    We serve Athens, metro Atlanta, Augusta, Gainesville and nationwide!  Dog training has been our vocation as well as our avocation for most of our lives.   We specialize in training canines of all kinds and have decades of experience to offer.  Our staff has been involved in dog sports ranging from conformation shows to agility, obedience and field since the early 1970's, and have seen training fads come and go.   Our dog training programs are based on simple, proven principles and emphasize teamwork, fairness and praise to get the most from a dog.  Please look around our site and we are sure you'll find something to suit your needs.  Our trainers have competed at Westminster Kennel Club's annual champions-only dog show, the Gaines Regional Obedience Competition and have each put a dog into the Flat Coated Retriever Society of America Hall of Fame, which showcases Flat Coated Retrievers that have proven the versatility to successfully compete in multiple venues.  Meet Shinda, Shadow and Chaos.  Owned and operated since 1994 by Kass Goulding, Pacesetter moved to Georgia in late 1998, and joined forces with Andrea Holsinger, long recognized as Athens' #1 dog obedience instructor.  Our kennel offers the most complete training programs in northeast Georgia and metro Atlanta, including our unique 2 week 100% satisfaction guaranteed off-leash obedience training!

Ask your trainer how many years of experience they have, and with how many different breeds and methods?  Can they claim satisfaction levels above 95%?  Dog trainers should have many tools in their bag of tricks, and at least one of those tools should be right for your dog!  Our 50+ years of combined experience means that we can find a way to help you!  We are dog experts and have successfully trained dogs in every recognized group and all kinds of mixed breeds!  With our extensive list of titles at advanced levels of canine competition, our training experience is unsurpassed in the North Georgia area. 

We are dedicated to providing education, tools and training to help dog owners live happily  with their pets. We are committed to minimizing the number of animals euthanized as a result of unresolved behavior problems.  When results count, we have the answers.  Before you surrender your dog to rescue or the animal shelter, please ask us if we can help you!  We have been helping dog owners cope for over 20 years.  

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Please compare our experience, results and fees, and we think you'll agree. You can reach us via email at pacesttr@windstream.net.  If you are planning a visit and would like more information on the Athens area, please check out the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce.