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About Our High Anxiety/Fear Dog Training

Fear and Highly Anxious Dog Training

Living with an anxious or fearful dog can affect daily routines and quality of life. AweDogs Dog Trainers works with dogs experiencing anxiety to build confidence, stability, and predictable behavior.

Our training supports dogs who struggle with fear around other dogs, unfamiliar people, new environments, or separation. Sessions are structured to reduce stress while improving your dog’s ability to cope.

Signs Your Dog May Have Anxiety or Fear

Anxiety often appears through consistent behavioral patterns, including:

  • Panting or excessive yawning
  • Pacing or restlessness
  • Compulsive behaviors
  • Growling or excessive barking
  • Withdrawal or disinterest

Recognizing these signs early helps prevent escalation.

What Causes Anxiety in Dogs

Anxiety can develop from past experiences, lack of early exposure, genetics, or sudden changes in routine. Common triggers include separation, noise, unfamiliar people, other dogs, or new environments. Understanding the source of anxiety guides effective training.

Our Approach to Anxiety and Fear-Based Training

Training begins with a detailed assessment of your dog’s behavior and triggers. Our trainers use gradual exposure and structured exercises to expand your dog’s comfort zone.

Positive experiences are introduced at a pace your dog can handle. This approach builds trust, confidence, and calmer responses over time.

Helping Your Dog Feel Safe and Confident

The goal is a dog that feels secure in their surroundings and can handle everyday situations with ease. With professional guidance, anxious behaviors can be reduced and replaced with calmer habits.

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Any Age. Any Breed. Any Challenge.

For over 20 years we’ve been helping Mooresville area dog owners to untap their dog’s full potential and finally have a dog they can do more with.

Obedience & Behavior Management

We offer personalized dog training programs that are customized to your unique goals and designed to meet your dog's specific needs.

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Meet Our

Trainers & Staff

Our AweDogs Dog Training staff has extensive experience in resolving dog obedience issues such as:
  • Excessive Barking
  • Jumping on People
  • Aggressive Behavior
  • Growling at People
  • Typical Puppy Issues
  • Basic Obedience
  • Tugging / Pulling on Leash
  • Anxious or Afraid
  • Potty Training
  • Hyperactivity
  • Climbing on Counters
  • And More!
Read more about our team or get started with your dog obedience training by scheduling a free consultation!  
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Meredith Beavers

Ryan Grayce - Professional dog trainer

Ryan Grayce Owner/Head Trainer

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I have a dog training business in California. I flew out to North Carolina from California to learn from Ryan as part of a personal continuing education program. Ryan is an amazing trainer of dogs and a teacher of people! So much so, that it is difficult to form the words to describe him. Ryan’s passion for dogs and his commitment to helping people is overwhelming. I think one would be hard pressed to find a better trainer in this entire country.
Ryan is charming, witty and fun!! His style makes training with him not only the most informative education opportunity for his clients, but a blast to be a part of. I look forward to the day that I can spend time learning from him again!

- Gwen
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Smart professionals that get the job done. They make it so your dog can adapt to your life, not vice versa.

- Paul
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