Eric has done a great job with my dog. I was so frustrated and thought I would have to get rid of…read moreher because she had no hope of being a service dog. She barked at people and dogs. Eric helped her to where each session i saw impovement and knew she would do great. He is an amazing trainer and really knows what he is doing. Heis willing to go above and beyond to help and really cares

Eric is an excellent trainer. His 40 yrs experience really shine. My 3yo female's behavior is night…read moreand day after 5 sessions. He helped us understand how to communicate with her in a positive, supportive way instead of yelling and frustration. We brought lists of problem behaviors and he provided excellent strategies to correct them. I highly recommend Speaking Dog to help you and your dog understand each other.

We first used Phyllis in 2012 when our puppy, Ella, was having a hard time warming up to my husband…read more(the two are now best buds, thanks to Phyllis' advice and help). With the addition of our second puppy, Lucie, in 2016, we asked Phyllis to come back to correct some poor behavior, and train the two girls to go to/stay on a mat on command. Within just three sessions, the difference in behavior in Lucie was astonishing. We had really felt like she was just not going to "get it" before Phyllis came in, but with Phyllis' help, Lucie is following commands like a pro. I really cannot stress how completely transformed Lucie is within just three weeks (this, by the way, is a puppy who has also been taking classes at Fox Valley Dog Training Club, where her progress has been steady, but definitely slower - with Phyllis' training, Lucie is now making quick progress, and sometimes even surpassing the other dogs in her outside class). Our older dog, Ella, is also making improvements with Phyllis' help, and what I love most is that Phyllis challenges her to take the training even further with more advanced cues. Whether you have behavior issues, bonding issues, or simply want to train your dog using positive reinforcement (rather than shock collars, like certain Geneva facilities use), Phyllis is your point person. I cannot recommend her enough.

This is new to our area. So me and my husband came over to check out there service. Its vry clean…read morefacility. The dogs that they wer trained are very polite. So we tried to have my dog a haircut and omg my baby is supr cute and she never gotten any fleas from there. Its highly recommended place

trusted, professional trainers. strict to build an amazing dog. I watched our dog go from a…read moregoofy pup to a well mannered complimented dog

Amazing training facility, took my son's yellow lab through the puppy class. She learned so much,…read morethey go above & beyond to help anyone with their puppies & adult dogs.

My 3 yr Rottweiler named Keisha started getting aggressive with guests coming into the house. I…read moresent her to a two week boot camp 2500.00 later she came back nervous and and shaking when I gave her commands. I called Larry with Ace Dog Training he told me that training the dog off the property they do not act the same. I did the 5 week program I learned along with Keisha 100 % better I would recommend Ace Dog Training highly he knows what he is doing. Sincerely Rick Fuerneisen

From the owner: Private Dog Training Sessions At Your Home, 8 weeks of age and up. Housebreaking, Obedience, All…read moreBehavioral Problems Solved, Service Dog Training, and Protection Training. We Train All Breeds And All Ages.

I purchased a fish tank here, and it was great! The staff was very friendly, helpful, and…read moreknowledgeable. They answered all my questions and made the whole experience easy. I would definitely recommend this place and will be coming back.

I got a really cute hamster, her name is 'Mo'. she's very fast and likes to run on her wheel. she's…read moredoesn't like people very much. you sell a salt rock with a picture of a hamster, and it says it's for hamsters, however apparently they don't like salt..? Mo does not like it either. This could kill. Ball was great. Peace, Mo's momma

Life-Changing Dog Training--Seriously!…read more I waited a full month before writing this review because I wanted to be sure the changes we saw weren't just a fluke. Now, I can confidently say: Patrick and the Bark Busters program are nothing short of incredible. If you read nothing else--just know this: Patrick is the real deal. From the moment he stepped into our home, everything started to shift. He gave us tools, guidance, and insight that immediately began to transform our household. And here's the critical takeaway: Patrick will show you the way--but you have to do the work. There's no shortcut, no magic wand. The key is consistency. You'll be amazed at what you and your dog can accomplish with daily, intentional effort. If you're struggling--whether your dog is a puppy or a seasoned adult--pick up the phone and call Patrick. We have two Labrador Retrievers: one is 3 years old, the other just 8 months. We thought our older dog was well-behaved because he was calm... until we learned what calm really means. Meanwhile, our puppy was an adorable whirlwind--jumping, barking at the door, and definitely not ready to meet his older sibling. We knew we needed help, and fast. Enter Patrick. In just minutes, he had us "speaking dog." No gimmicks, no harsh discipline--just firm, clear leadership. Our puppy's behavior began to shift before our eyes. By the end of that first session, we were stunned. We felt more confident. The house felt calmer. The dogs were listening. Now, don't get me wrong--this isn't passive training. There's homework, every single day. In fact, every interaction becomes part of the training. But it's worth it. The results speak for themselves. And Patrick is always just a call or text away for support, clarification, or encouragement. One month in, and we have a completely different experience with our dogs. The puppy and the older dog are now peacefully coexisting--playing, lounging, and even responding calmly to the doorbell. We've established boundaries, learned to lead with confidence, and--maybe most surprisingly--realized our older dog wasn't quite the angel we thought. (Thanks, Patrick, for gently pointing that out in your follow-up visit!) Our new mission: bulletproof recall and calm, confident behavior in public. And thanks to Patrick, we're well on our way. If you're thinking about reaching out--stop thinking and just do it. Bark Busters and Patrick have given us tools that truly work, and a better relationship with our dogs. Whatever challenge you're facing, I honestly believe they can help.

Stay away from this dog training company! I contacted Bark Busters and set up an initial visit…read more This cost $300 whether or not you decide to use their service. I was scheduled with Patrick at the end of June. Due to their schedule I had to book it a month later. Well, Patrick came to my home. He is a very nice man, who thought he was the end all to training. Okay, I listened, he started out with the owner has to be the alpha dog. He actually said that dogs do not understand when we speak to them all they understand is "BARK". He claims that's how the converse with other dogs and this how we need to converse with them. I disagreed. I could believe this man and how he became a trainer. Anyone who has a dog knows they understand us. Patrick stated all I have to do was say "BARK at a normal voice and if they do not listen to say "BARK!!!" using a deep, strong, loud voice. I continued to disagree with him. Patrick stated we should part ways. I believe I should get my fee of $300 back. Especially since he would not offer their services. Patrick offered to send me some videos to help me with corrective training. I never received them. Oh by the way, Patrick stated he is the number one dog trainer in the area. He has a website don't remember the site but just put in search engine Patrick Dog Busters. I am amazed that this company is still in business and anyone would use them. Hoping they return will my deposit due to how ridiculous the initial visit, what a joke.

There aren't enough words for how AMAZING this facility is and has been for us!!! We welcomed a new…read morebaby in December. To prepare for this we brought our 3 dogs to be trained in November. When we got them back they went from completely untrained to trained in every way! Door manners, in the car, on the leash, and other basic commands, you name it! They were crazy about food and now they will sit in front of food and wait to eat it when they are told. It's amazing! We then brought them back for a tune up when our son was born. It was awesome knowing they were with people who knew them and loved them. Our dog Charlie ran and jumped in the lake immediately! Happy as can be. A huge shoutout to Derrick! When our son was born 4 weeks early he went out of his way to pick our dogs up when we were stuck at the hospital. He truly loves the dogs and cares about the families. You can tell this is his passion and it shows through his work! Lastly, Anthony has been fantastic to work with throughout too! Due to him and Derrick we will continue bringing our dogs back here when we need boarding knowing they are in the BEST hands. If you're looking for a great training facility with the best people, look no further. You found them!

The trainers were excellent with our dog & treated him very well! I needed training for myself &…read morethey came out to our home. Our dog was so excited to see them that he covered them with kisses! Cedrik & Anthony are kind & caring trainers & very professional. Highly awarded trainers & can even train dogs to be service dogs. I would highly recommend them! We are so glad we chose them!

We discovered The Barker Lounge about 2 years ago . Have to say we've never had to worry about our…read morefur baby here! She is greeted and her tails wagging away... Prices are terrific and my baby comes home tired and pooped lol Highly recommend

The Barker Lounge is top tier! They have a great, clean atmosphere and a cool vibe. You can tell…read morethe employees truly love the dogs. My pup (2 y.o. Mini Golden Doodle) always enjoys his time and I love getting the photos and little notes from the employees during his stay! I can't recommend The Barker Lounge enough!

We highly recommend Manny! He has totally transformed our Pit mix by Maya…read more My wife was ready to quit walking her because she was so bad. Now she has no issues walking her and Maya has so many other things too. Thanks Manny. we appreciate it!

Manny's work with our Shih Tzu puppy was amazing! Manny's temperament and experience helped our…read morelittle puppy learn all the basic skills & commands to become an outstanding companion. We highly recommend Manny.