About The Dog Wizard Charleston | Dog Trainers Near Me

Meet The Team

Every member of our team at The Dog Wizard Charleston, SC is extensively trained and come to you with the knowledge, technique, and passion for what they do that enables them to understand the best and proven methods for training your dog. and experienced in a broad base of training techniques and behavior issues, which allows us to capably address a wide range of training needs. We see each dog as a unique case and work closely with the owners to create a training plan that satisfies each dog’s needs and helps the owners reach their individual goals. We also believe that the success of every dog is linked to the owner’s ability to work effectively with their dog. We specialize in transferring all of our skills to each member of the family as needed, and uphold our commitment to the success of your dog through our lifetime training guarantee.

John Wolf (JR)

Owner

John Wolf (JR)

For as long as JR (John Wolf) can remember he has had a special connection with animals. As a child on his grandfather’s farm, he knew that he wanted to be around animals. It was not until he was in his late 20’s that he realized his love for animals could be bridged into a vocational passion.

JR was introduced to The Dog Wizard in Charlotte, NC back in early 2013 when his wife (then girlfriend) mentioned they were hiring for the lot staff position. He was hired for the position which entailed cleaning up after the dogs, watching over them during socialization and administering medicine. It was not what most would call their “dream job” however, he was thrilled at the notion that he could be paid to be surrounded by animals! About a month after being on the lot staff JR had an opportunity to start in The Dog Wizard Academy. Here he completed the necessary training to have the experience to start training dogs. He worked with the Charlotte location as a trainer before taking an opportunity to join the team in Charleston.

This location was notoriously successful and he knew he would continue to learn and grow his skills. so much from this experience, so again he took a risk and put off opening his own location to work and learn under The Charleston Dog Wizard. A few years into training and JR was again presented with an amazing opportunity to become the owner and operator of the The Charleston Dog Wizard as Noelle Woodhead, now the Franchise Operation Manager stepped into a bigger role than her own location and felt he was a great fit to take over.

JR (John Wolf) enjoys spending his time with his family (Wife and Son; their dogs) on the John’s Island Marsh, not far from the “Dog-paradise facility” where he works with clients and their dogs. When clients are ready, JR enjoys working with clients all over the Charleston and greater area “dog-friendly establishments” whenever possible to achieve reliable success. He cherishes these as a Wizard and a resident of Charleston so greatly. He Truly believes his experiences at The Dog Wizard Charlotte Academy as well as The Dog Wizard Charleston, have made him a better trainer and Father. Next to the Privilege of Fatherhood, being a part of The Dog Wizard franchise has become one of the most fulfilling decisions of his life.

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Amy Stift

Director of Customer Service

Amy Stift

Amy has been with the Dog Wizard Office team since December 2016! Amy has a very important role with being the first point of contact for Dog Wizard clients. She helps manage the day-to-day needs, phone calls, and appointments which she does so well. Amy has a passion for helping customers at the highest level and ensuring they feel great and know that there is hope for their dog. The best part about her job is not only getting to talk with clients about their dogs but also having her rescue mutt, Winston, hang out with her all day! When she’s not helping us in the office she can be found enjoying the outdoors with Winston. We are grateful to have her on our team!

Chloe Dabrowski

Customer Service Team

Chloe Dabrowski

Chloe Dabrowski provides customer service support as an office manager for The Dog Wizard, a position she has held since early 2018. She thoroughly enjoys being the first point of contact to all our clients and their loyal companions. Along with ensuring our clients are handled with care, she also manages the offices of our fantastic trainers – making sure they’re organized and ready for their full days of training. In her free time, you can find her hiking, camping, traveling, reading, and spending time with family and family pets.

Brittany Alligood

Customer Service Team

Brittany Alligood

Brittany graduated from college in 2018 with a B.A. in English, specializing in communications and professional writing.

She has been with The Dog Wizard for six months working with the Office Management team dealing directly with the customers and trainers and assisting with their everyday scheduling and other needs. In addition to working with the Office Management team, she works as an accounting assistant for The Dog Wizard, DockDogs, Dueling Dogs, and Magic of Lights.

Brittany enjoys working for a company that is devoted to the well-being of dogs. Like everyone else here, her passion is ensuring we are giving our pets the highest quality of life!

Ashleigh Antolini

Customer Service Team

Ashleigh Antolini

I’ve been working in hospitality for 7 years from the restaurant business to account managing, to being the main point of contact for 250+ clients. I love helping others. I grew up on a farm and was raised around dogs, cats, horses, chickens, and more. I do work in helping rescue and rehabilitate ducks. In my free time I love being outdoors, doing yoga, taking my dogs hiking and camping, and playing music. I am a singer, guitar/ bass player.

Meet The Team

John Wolf (JR)

Amy Stift

Chloe Dabrowski

Brittany Alligood

Ashleigh Antolini

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Meet the Team