Scott is amazing, and we can't recommend Chill Out Dog Training enough!…read more We adopted a 9 month old, 80 lb (now 110 lb) golden retriever from a local rescue in mid-2023. A complete contrast to our older collie/aussie mix, he was full of energy and naughtiness (a puppy), and a nightmare to control. Prior to being surrendered by his (previous) family, he went through two weeks of out of home boarding/training, costing upwards of $7,000. We thought this would have helped with obedience, but boy were we wrong. Fast forward two and a half years, sessions with a certified behaviorist, and failed attempts to use an e-collar, we were at a loss. He constantly displayed leash reactivity, would lunge at cars and dogs, and made it so we would rarely walk anywhere. He almost broke my finger during a break free lunge at a dog completely across a residential street! At home, dog forbid another animal appeared on the tv; he would jump and bark at everything. Then we found Chill Out... After the very first session with Scott, our big boy golden was a different dog. Scott set is up with the right tools to refocus our dogs behavior and break him of his leash reactivity. That very first walk was pleasant and uneventful. We almost felt foolish for claiming bad behavior. What we needed was the right trainer and methods to help our dog change behavior. Like I said at the beginning, I can't recommend Chill Out Training enough.

Great trainers. Would use them again and again. My pup was a mess and they got him ready for the…read morebusiness world, lol!

Oh my gosh. Adrienne Green with Bark Busters is an incredible dog trainer who teaches you to be a…read moredog pack leader and speak dog so your pup can quickly learn what you want him to do My husband and I have had dogs all our lives. Everything from Pomeranians to Labrador and Golden Retrievers and every breed, temperament and personality in between. It's easy to find trainers but it can be really hard to find a GOOD trainer! Over the years, we've spent thousands on dog behavior veterinarians, breed specific trainers, and your basic pet store group classes. All of these can work for some dogs, but not all. We lost our two black Labrador brothers this past summer to age related health problems. We were completely devestated. We didn't know if we could do it again until Jack decided for us. Jack is a male Bichon mix rescue, but who rescued who? Jack rescued us - literally ! When we got Jack home we wanted to start out on the right foot immediately. We used two online trainings - waste of money and time. We asked, searched and found several self-proclaimed and "guaranteed results" trainers. You had a time limited training. From past training experiences, if your dog didn't learn everything in that timeframe you were left feeling frustrated and confused as to what to do next. Then we found Adrienne at Bark Busters. They aren't inexpensive, but when we found out they would be partners for the life of our dog, we were hooked. In over 40 years of our dogs and training, Adrienne is the ONLY trainer who actually knows what she's doing. Jack began training as a timid puppy who then developed into a defiant teenager with an attitude. Adrienne has given us the tools and behavioral changes we needed to make to consistently provide Jack with age appropriate expectations. We now understand how to think like a dog and speak "dog". Jack is becoming calm and confident that we are the leaders and he can enjoy being a puppy. Thank you Adrienne!

Impressed with how quickly they resolved my issue with their business practice. I can't speak to…read moretheir training but happy that they followed up to refund my deposit.

I have a Great Dane named Nixon and a Weiner dog named Woodson and I can't even begin to explain…read morethe how Alex was able to work with them and get them to follow commands. Great Danes are sweet but incredibly stubborn and Nixon is a perfect example of this. I had all but given up on having a well trained dog before meeting Alex. He showed me how to behave around Nixon to get him to listen and follow instructions. After working with Alex I am amazed at how my relationship with my dogs have changed. I know that I'm happier now that they listen and I'm almost positive that they are happier too. I should have called these guys a long time ago!!!

Great dog trainer! Communicates so clearly and specifically to understand and apply techniques and…read morestrategies to improve your dog's behavior and to correct undesirable actions by your dogs. Alex helps owners to get cooperation from your dogs and very positive outcomes! He helps you to give clear communication to your dog and how to maintain a happy and calm connection together.

We had such a great session with this trainer. In just one hour she gave us so many useful,…read moreeasy-to-follow tools and even sent notes after so we wouldn't forget anything. Our dog is reactive, and we were honestly shocked at how quickly her techniques started working. She explained things in a way that actually made sense, focused on helping our dog feel safe, and even stayed longer to help us practice around other dogs. We left feeling way more confident and hopeful. Highly recommend her if you have a sensitive or reactive pup. Also, Heidi is incredibly funny, so it was a great time!

Heidi did an excellent job with our pup, and was able to come over and do a private lesson quickly…read more We feel much more confident after just an hour session. She knew just how to teach not only the puppy, but the humans as well. We are excited to join her puppy manners class next month too!

We adopted Daisy after friends found her cowering in their yard. She had chewed through a rope…read morearound her neck and was very sickly and frightened. It was quite obvious she had been mistreated and was very fearful. She made great progress living in her new environment with us but it was obvious she needed some professional training in a positive environment. We chose Rufferee Dog Training based solely on the facts that they stress positive reinforcement and that the trainers had years of animal training experience. Daisy is an active dog that was very rambunctious on her daily walks. She actually walked us by pulling on her leash and dragging us along. She is very strong and definitely had a mind of her own. Our attempts to correct her were ignored and she was definitely in control of the situation. We all were miserable. After meeting Jessica of Rufferee and explaining our experiences, she headed out with Daisy for a walk. It was amazing! Jessica exhibited great patience and control immediately. She gently guided Daisy to walk by her side simply by redirecting her whenever she tried to tug on the leash or when there were interesting distractions. Within 10 minutes Daisy was calmly walking with Jessica on a slack leash. It was so cute and rewarding to see Daisy really enjoying her walk. Never once did Daisy seem intimidated or fearful. Jessica explained the technique to us and stressed the importance of practicing it regularly. Not only was Daisy being trained but we were as well. We consider this a major success and look forward to more training sessions with Daisy and Jessica to correct some minor bad habits that both Daisy and we have.

From the owner: Much like a referee's role in sports, Rufferee serves as a neutral point of view that helps build…read morethe relationship between dog and guardian by making sure both sides are following the rules. We come to your home and customize our training plans to meet your needs!

Caro was absolutely amazing. You should definitely hire her for all of your pup's needs. We love…read moreher. Our dogs love her.

I contacted Canine University for wedding services for my dog, Pippin. I cannot recommend Canine…read moreUniversity enough. Caro picked my dog up, took him to the wedding, took care of him during the wedding, and brought him home after the ceremony. She went so far above and beyond what she was required to do. She sent updates as she drove Pippin up and back down. She took videos of our vows when she noticed no one else was. She took phenomenal photos of Pippin throughout the day. She even helped us get Pippin's footprint on our marriage certificate. She has endless expertise in both training dogs and involving them in a wedding. Don't bother looking at any other service. Caro at Canine University is the best thing I could have asked for on my wedding day, and I'm so grateful I found her.

I left a review after our first session with Ethan but wanted to give an update. We chose a 6…read moresession package and couldn't be happier. We initially contacted Ethan because of food aggression with our dogs. Not only have they not had any issues with aggression since our first session, they are better mannered overall. In addition to the food issue we worked on dog relaxation, leash manners, sit, down, stay, come, leave it and go find it. Ethan showed us several games to play with our dogs. My fiance and I are enjoying time with our fur babies now!! There is no more yelling and frustration. We can have them calm down and reward them with treats and praise. One of the last things we worked on was manners related to opening the door. Our lab and weimaraner are easily excited, and at about 75 pounds each can be a handful. Although we didn't have time to perfect the behavior before our last session was up Ethan gave us the tools to keep working on it. He was always professional and easy to reach. Unfortunately I had to reschedule on him twice and he was always nice about it. Our schedules can be hard to work with but Ethan was able to fit us in each week. We will definitely be joining a group class at some point. My fiance and I both feel like it was such a positive experience and increased our enjoyment of life with our creatures. Please give him a call!

Ethan Bonen is the new "dog whisperer. " I can't say enough about how great he was with my troubled…read morepuppy. He was very patient and knowledgeable, problem-solving issues stemming from impulse control (ie. chasing rabbits) to furniture biting. Our sessions were interactive with good feedback and information including detailed explanations on the reasons behind different dog behaviors and reactions. Ethan was also extremely responsive and flexible with scheduling, and took the time to send pictures/videos of recommendations mentioned during our sessions. My dog loves Ethan and I'm certain yours will too!

We brought my son's Husky puppy, Koda, to Quinn for her board-and-train program, and we couldn't be…read morehappier with the results! Quinn worked on potty training, staying on command, crate training, leash walking, and socialization with both dogs and cats. The progress Koda made in such a short time was incredible. Throughout the training, Quinn kept us updated with texts, emails, and videos showing Koda's progress, along with clear, easy-to-follow instructions to help us continue reinforcing the training at home. What truly sets Quinn apart is her passion and genuine love for dogs. She treats every dog as if they were her own, and it shows in the care, patience, and dedication she puts into her work. We highly recommend Quinn to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and effective dog trainer!

We love Pavlov Dog Training and Quinn!! Quinn truly understands the importance of structured,…read morethoughtful training, especially for a young Golden Retriever like Ruby, and what stands out most is how much she listens to my goals and shapes the training around what matters most to us. She treats Ruby like her own while also making sure I feel confident and fully equipped with the tools and understanding I need to continue her success at home. The board and train sessions are exactly what we need and are always grounded in real-life situations, so the training translates seamlessly into everyday life. I trust Ruby and her training completely and genuinely love the relationship and foundation Quinn has helped build for both of us--we are so grateful for everything she has done for Ruby and me in helping shape a happy, well-trained Golden. Thank you Quinn!! You are the best!

Cat people know the anxiety is real…read more If you've ever left town and immediately wondered, "Are the cats plotting revenge or are they okay?" then you get it. We used Denver Pro Pet Sitting while we were on vacation and it was an absolute lifesaver. They checked in on our cats, made sure everything was taken care of, and sent updates that made it clear our little furballs were living their best lives while we were gone. Reliable, communicative, and clearly people who genuinely care about animals. It's such a relief knowing your pets are in good hands instead of just hoping the automatic feeder doesn't become their new enemy. 10/10 would trust them with our cats again. Pretty sure the cats didn't even miss us.

Denver Pro Pet Sitting deserves all the praise in the world! First, they have great communication…read morewith multiple ways to communicate with your sitter. You can text, email, or respond in the portal. The sitters give you great detail on your pets bathroom and eating habits and medications. They also provide lots and lots of pictures! I was unfortunate enough to have an emergency while on vacation with no way to get home quickly or call anyone. Nelson and my sitter were absolutely amazing in handling the situation with urgency, care, and communicated with me the best they could given my limited availability. I hope I never have another emergency when I'm gone, but if I do, it's Denver Pro Pet Sitting I want taking care of my pets. Finally, they do their best to assign the same sitter every time. I really love seeing my sitter comment on my dog's health improvements since previous visits and makes me feel like they genuinely care about my pets and their well being.