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About Us
Tommy Karagiannakis Owner/Trainer
We Train Dogs — But We Also Train Owners
We Train Dogs — But We Also Train Owners
Tommy Karagiannakis is a skilled balanced dog trainer with over 3/4 of a decade of hands-on experience. His passion for balanced dog training began during his time as a college baseball player at Guilford Technical College, where he found more fulfillment working with his own dog than on the field. Eager to learn about effective dog train
Tommy Karagiannakis is a skilled balanced dog trainer with over 3/4 of a decade of hands-on experience. His passion for balanced dog training began during his time as a college baseball player at Guilford Technical College, where he found more fulfillment working with his own dog than on the field. Eager to learn about effective dog training methods, Tommy cold-called local trainers around Greensboro, NC, ultimately landing opportunities with multiple companies. Each role expanded his knowledge of balanced training methods, blending classical and operant conditioning to work effectively with dogs of all breeds and temperaments. Now the founder of Kara-K9, Tommy is dedicated to creating personalized dog owner training plans that foster lasting bonds between dogs and their owners. His calm, results-driven approach has helped countless families achieve harmony with their four-legged companions.
We Train Dogs — But We Also Train Owners
We Train Dogs — But We Also Train Owners
We Train Dogs — But We Also Train Owners
At Kara-K9, we don’t just provide balanced dog training — we empower you as a dog owner by teaching you how to lead, communicate, and maintain the training at home. Whether your dog stays with us for a Board & Train or you’re participating in private lessons, our goal is to ensure you understand what your dog has learned and how to keep i
At Kara-K9, we don’t just provide balanced dog training — we empower you as a dog owner by teaching you how to lead, communicate, and maintain the training at home. Whether your dog stays with us for a Board & Train or you’re participating in private lessons, our goal is to ensure you understand what your dog has learned and how to keep it progressing. Training doesn’t stop when the session ends; it continues with you. We’ll show you effective dog training methods to: Give clear commands that your dog listens to, correct behaviors without confusion or frustration, and build a strong bond through structure, timing, and consistency. Because real success comes when both the dog and the owner are on the same page.
Training Methods
We Train Dogs — But We Also Train Owners
Training Methods
At Kara-K9, we specialize in balanced dog training, which means we employ both rewards and fair corrections to teach dogs effectively. As part of our dog owner training, we emphasize positive reinforcement techniques, such as treats, praise, and play, to encourage new behaviors. However, we also recognize the importance of setting clear b
At Kara-K9, we specialize in balanced dog training, which means we employ both rewards and fair corrections to teach dogs effectively. As part of our dog owner training, we emphasize positive reinforcement techniques, such as treats, praise, and play, to encourage new behaviors. However, we also recognize the importance of setting clear boundaries and using safe, humane corrections when necessary to address unwanted behaviors, like jumping, pulling, biting, or ignoring commands. We are not a 'positive only' training company; while treats are beneficial, they don't resolve every issue. Just like people, dogs learn best when they comprehend both what to do and what not to do. Our balanced dog training approach ensures your dog becomes well-behaved, confident, and reliable—not just when it’s convenient, but also in critical situations.
