Stopped in for the first time today and had a wonderful experience! The staff were super…read moreknowledgeable and friendly and the prices were reasonable. Will definitely be back!

Sometime in mid-July to early August I paid cash for 2 bags of dog food. After you purchase 12 bags…read moreof the same brand, you get one free. They don't give you a receipt, so when there is a discrepancy there is no way to prove you made a purchase. I really miss Monica. The current manager Maria is arrogant and useless. She absolutely refused to hep figure out why I did not get credit for the two bags, literally just shrugged her shoulders. I asked about it a couple times when I went in and they did nothing to even look into it, just told me there was nothing they could do. I told them the approximate dates and they knew the cost of 2 bags. The third time I asked I was informed that they have customer notes that said "You have tried to do this to us before" ...insert hard eye roll here... Like a Seinfeld episode or something! Yes I have been trying to get it resolved but NPO don't care! Really horrible customer service! Blaming the customer for THEIR failures! The owner Ray actually called me and threatened to post the camera footage of the exchange in response to any bad review I might leave! Only thing that will do is show everyone how incompetent your manager is! Regardless you do not have permission to post any footage of me!

5 stars -- Empire State K-9 changed my dog -- and honestly, changed me, too…read more I don't write reviews like this often. But this deserves it. My dog Coco is family. She's also high-energy, distractible, reactive, social to a fault -- the mayor of every block. Walking her was a full-time job. I'd resigned myself to always having a leash-yanking, sidewalk-sprinting, bird-chasing kind of pup. Then I found Empire State K-9. After almost two weeks of immersive training, Coco came home a different dog -- not in spirit, but in structure. She still has her spark, but now there's focus behind it. She heels. She respects boundaries. She listens. She can walk by my side, calmly, even in high-distraction environments. A pigeon flew by today -- she started to glance, and with the smallest tug, she turned back to me and kept walking. That kind of transformation doesn't happen by accident. It's built through consistency, skill, empathy, and serious time on the ground. And that's exactly what Empire State K-9 delivers. From the moment I dropped her off, I felt like I was handing her over to someone who truly cared -- not just about dogs, but about people, too. The trainer spent hours with me upfront: walking me through the theory, the tools, the transitions, and the work I'd need to do when she came back. I got worksheets. Real-time walkthroughs. Space to ask questions. Time to process. He even drove me to and from the train. Brought me lunch. Gave me trash bags when I forgot them. The care was constant, not performative. Coco came home with a new collar, a new leash, and a completely new relationship with the world. She now lies down at my feet when we enter restaurants -- something I never could have imagined before. I can finally take my hand off the leash and trust that she won't bolt. Even now, I get unlimited follow-ups for three months -- real access: calls, texts, whatever I need. No nickel-and-diming, no weird fine print. If I had to offer one piece of constructive feedback, it's that sometimes the sessions ran a little long -- the wrap up one especially. I was promised two hours and hit closer to three. I was totally fried by the end. But to his credit, he noticed immediately, read the room, and got me to the train with kindness and care. So even the one "flaw" was handled with grace. Was this worth the cost? Yes. Would I recommend it to anyone who feels overwhelmed, frustrated, or unsure where to start? Absolutely. Will I be continuing to work with Empire State K-9 moving forward? 100%. Three months of training post I dont know of another bootcamp that offers that. This wasn't just training. It was transformation -- for both of us.

Look no further!!! Rick truly is a one of a kind dog trainer and animal behaviorist. If you need…read morechanges, this is who you need! What makes him stand apart is he trains the family as much as he trains the dog so you get a complete understanding of your dog's behavior and the how, why, and when to apply what you learn in the course. We, as a family, learned just as much or even more than our dogs learned! He includes the entire family in the classes which was awesome because it kept my husband and I on the same page so we didn't confuse our dogs and he taught my kids proper dog safety and proper engagement which is crucial! We found Rick about 8 years ago when we got our first dog, Scout, a shepherd/Doberman mix, who was extremely anxious, fearful and aggressive towards anyone outside our family and other animals. It was impossible, stressful, and downright embarrassing to take him anywhere due to his insistent barking, pulling, and lunging... so we sought out help. We had a hard time finding a trainer who was willing to even take on the training of Scout and actually had multiple trainers tell us just to put him down!!! As soon as we met Rick, he was not only willing to work with Scout, but was enthusiastic that he could treat Scout's individual issues and get us the results we wanted which was such a relief!! Scout entered Rick's program and he had a COMPLETE TRANSFORMATION. He gained so much confidence and control through the program and through Rick training us as the handlers, Scout was comfortable in whatever situation he was in because he could trust us as his alphas and that he was safe under our command because of the skills Rick taught us. Flash forward to 2020, my father bought a Rottweiler puppy that ended up being way to much for him to handle so he asked us to take her and my first phone call was to Rick... She was OUT OF CONTROL. We adopted Phoenix, and started her training right away. She had entirely different issues than Scout, mostly no control, no house manners, and had no social skills. Rick worked with her and almost instantly she was a different dog. She was still her happy-go-lucky self, but had manners and control. Through her growth, Rick worked with her and us to mold her into the ideal family dog! Scout & Phoenix are able to enjoy life much more as we are able to handle all settings and bring them along with us anywhere with confidence. He just has a complete understanding and nature with dogs and it's astonishing to watch him work. We are so grateful for what Rick has brought to our family and will always go to him for our dogs in the future!

Both my dogs are great! One of them is a pet therapy dog and the other is just a ball of energy. So…read morewe have had multiple trainers in the past, however we still couldn't figure out how to get the dogs to stop destroying things when we left the house, rush the door when people came to visit and steal food from the counter. We knew all the tricks, but nothing worked worked! However, within 2 hrs of Mike coming to our house we saw an IMMEDIATE change. While he's talking to you, he sees how the dogs are and knows how to help! He gives you A LOT of info, but gives you the resources you need to succeed. It's only been a few days, but already there has been a HUGE change with my dogs. He does provide a holistic approach, so he will talk to you about what food and treats you give and how that may affect them too. Definitely expect to spend a good amount of time with him, because that is just how thorough he is! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Working with Cassidy has been incredible. The bark buster methods really work if you stick to them…read moreand are consistent. My reactive dog has made incredible progress in the past month and I couldn't be happier. We still have some work to do, but I'm confident we'll get there working with Cassidy. I'm eternally grateful. Thank you!

My 120 pound rescue dog is VERY reactive, to the point where I used to plan his walks and outings…read morearound avoiding people and other dogs. He'd done puppy training, but at 4 years old, I assumed his barking/lunging behavior was his "personality." Then, a vet who had trouble treating him (because of his reactivity) strongly recommended Pet Degree. It has been a life-changer! Each lesson has built upon the next (we've done 4 lessons, so far), and Max is walking in parks. Calmly passing bikes, kids, joggers--without any reactivity. He's a different dog! Last week, I started bringing his sister, who is so fearful! The owner, Lynne, immediately introduced a calm, confidence-building atmosphere. I cannot recommend Pet Degree highly enough. This is a trainer who knows the psychology of dogs, and how to help them!

Great staff, great training. Lynne and her staff love the dogs as there own…read moreGrooming does a great job, dogs look great when done

I have been meaning to write this review for a while, Amanda started working for us back in July…read more2013 when my husband and I moved to a new town, so it has almost been a year! Not only does our dog love her but she is the most reliable person we have ever worked with which has given us incredible peace of mind. She promptly replies to any notes I send her. In a year, she has never been a no show, never cancelled last minute, and has only requested one day off and it was for Jury Duty. She leaves us a small note every day and takes notice to things happening with our dogs behavior and other things as if she was her own. She is truly awesome and we would be lost without her.

From the owner: Dog Walking - Pet Sitting - Obedience Training…read more On The Move, pet services offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity that provides in-home, pet sitting, dog walking and dog training services while your at work, away on business or on vacation. private in-home dog training, puppy training, dog sitting and daily dog walking that is custom fit to you and your dog's individual needs. Our dog training programs are proven to be effective. We also offer free in-home consultations for dog sitting and walking Why use a Professional Pet Sitting Service? - Pets are happier and healthier at home in their own environment - Avoid trauma and loneliness of being left in an unfamiliar surrounding - Eliminate the hassle of transporting your pet to and from a kennel. - There is no exposure to other animals, avoiding; stress, sickness and parasites. - Your pet follows their normal diet and exercise routine - Your home looks lived in, with lights turned on and off and mail and newspapers brought in -

I loved working with Jody and my dog from minute one. After that, I was completely annoyed to see…read morehow well she managed my Bullmastiff. :) It was if they had been working together for years. Jody gave me great advice, worked with me and my dog and is a wealth of knowledge on all things animals. Jody also has such great warmth, spirit and personality that she is so easy to work with. She was also very honest and practical, not judgemental, just really wants to help and her love for dogs radiates in her work.

From the owner: I am a Dog Trainer Behaviorist specializing in problem solving and the rehabilitation of rescued…read moredogs. As owner/operator of The Bark Stops Here, I offer House Calls, Phone Consultations and small Group Class at the Southport Veterinary Center in Fairfield, CT. Review Sheets are emailed after each session to facilitate your following through on your own. What sets my work apart, I'm told, is that I empathize with dogs and people equally, enabling me to help each better understand the other and craft compromises that endure. Clients commonly call me "intuitive" or a dog "psychic." Though I don't promote myself as such for fear of sounding too "woo woo," my hunches, backed by science and experience, usually prove true. Whether yours is a shiny new puppy or a weathered elder who's been around the block, my new book, "Imp, The ImPerfect Pup: Lessons On Being Good Enough,"is designed to make your home Imp's last.

For those who have been challenged with handling a reactive dog , you understand the mental toll it…read moretakes and how isolating and hopeless it can feel . You thought you did everything right by giving your dog so much love and socialization only to now be faced with questions and comments like " why didn't you just train your dog ?" , " you're not the alpha to your dog", " you shouldn't be a dog owner" on a regular basis. I have a 6 year old boxer ( the social , goofy clowns of the dog breeds) . I've worked with dogs in the past as a kennel attendant, and grown up with dogs my entire life and never thought I would be in this situation . I struggled to find a trainer whose techniques showed progress which lead to inconsistency, a lot of frustration and doubt . Eventually taking him places like the vet and groomer caused me such extreme anxiety. When I met Tom , my dog was unapproachable by strangers , including Tom initially. It took a month or so of meeting up , going on walks and practicing techniques at home but I was seeing improvement! Not long after Tom was able to take the leash from me and walk Gus, and we could walk near other people without Gus acting like a total maniac , lunging , barking and snapping. It was like he was a normal (ish) dog . Gus is 6 , so it will be a slow process to break him out of this behavior , but he has improved so much in the last 6 months .. I never thought I would get this far. I still have my work cut out for me but this training has also helped me increase my confidence as a dog owner and learn to trust my dog again. I'm not longer so nervous to take him out on walks because I feel like I'm in control.( Holding back an 80 pound boxer is not an easy task ) . I definitely recommend Tom if you are struggling with a similar situation. It probably has been the best thing I have ever done for Gus!

Highly recommend, they know their business and can handle highly aggressive dogs. Tom is ver…read moreinformative.

We got Maggie (10 month old boxer mix) a little over a month ago, and every day seemed to be worst…read morethan the last. From leash pulling to barking, and even separation anxiety, Maggie was testing our every nerve. Michael came and showed us that it was not about dominating your dog, but leading them. Through just a few verbal and visual cues we were able to help Maggie understand that she did not have to be the leader, and that we would take care of her. Now she is happy to sit back, relax, and let us take the reins. She is an absolute gem on walks now. Knowing that we will have Michael throughout Maggie's lifetime is a relief, because we know that he will be able to guide us through any future life hurdles. Thank you, Michael!

I am thrilled with Bark Busters. I have 3 pit bulls and was having problems with my third…read moreadoption. Owen had guarding issues around the other dogs. After our first session there was great improvement. Richard used positive reinforcement and it was fun for our dog. I found it simple to incorporate the training methods into our everyday activities. It's been a few months now and and Owen no longer has issues. I used what I learned with all three dogs and it's made a huge difference in our home. No more stress, all the dogs get along nicely and play together. All three dogs pay attention and listen to me. I am so happy I found Bark Busters. I couldn't ask for a better outcome. Prior to our training, Vickie explained everything to me and answered all questions. The fees are very reasonable too. I highly recommend Bark Busters and wouldn't go anywhere else.

Angelo saved our dog's life -- and I mean that in the most literal sense possible…read more Oliver is a rescue who had been surrendered by two families before us. We took him in, loved him, and still found ourselves in crisis -- biting, aggression, resource guarding. We were scared of our dog and desperate for help. Oliver was our fifth dog and as a family we were seasoned users of positive reinforcement as the primary training method. We turned to Angelo at Art of K9 and made the decision to board Oliver for 8 weeks. He took on Oliver after a thorough consultation. Angelo worked through Oliver's aggression and resource guarding using the e-collar and other training tools. These methods gave us the ability to communicate with and control our dog in a way positive reinforcement couldn't. The transformation is hard to put into words. Oliver is now relaxed, cuddly, and genuinely at peace. He still has his moments -- but now we have the tools to handle them. This has changed everything. If you have a dog with serious aggression or resource guarding and you're at your breaking point, I highly recommend Angelo. He didn't just train Oliver -- he saved his life and we are so thankful.

We sent our dog Monsi to Angelo- originally because of socialization problems, yet she surprised us…read moreand came out with so many higher level qualities we didn't anticipate or know was possible. At first, we second guessed our choice to leave Monsi for 6-weeks because we missed her. Every time we checked in with Angelo, he updated us, but we missed our fur baby so much. Now, afterwards, I can't stop recommending this program to everyone I know. It's a worthwhile investment IF you plan to KEEP UP with it. All of Angelo's work can easily be undone with dog owners that do not upkeep the foundation he creates. Currently our dog listens to each command after one time saying it, she is walking off leash behind us, does not lurk around the table while we eat or cook, stays in place for 2-hours and counting, and more. Overall, she has many service dog qualities. I need to give credit where it is due because our dog was unsure of herself, very anxious, annoying at times because she didn't know what to do during quiet hours at home and needed way too much physical exercise (4+ hours daily). He taught us, and our dog Monsi, that exercise and socialization looks different than we thought. Monsi is the dog we dreamed of and didn't know how to achieve. He tapped into her potential. She does not impede our life in anyway. She adds on to the quality and is stress free now that we know how to maintain and handle her. Not only that, but my parents sent their dog at the same time as our dog. So now we have two dogs that listen to the same command. We can bring our dogs on vacation and have complete calm and fun with them present. This was the greatest gift to a life of joy with a well trained fur family member! Thank you Angelo and Art of K9. I know picking a program at such a cost is nerve recking since there is not enough information or proof online but promise me, this is the place. We put a lot of trust into prior reviews and tiktok/Instagram videos.... We got lucky finding this place. It's a hidden gem of Westchester. If anyone needs more details to convince you this program is worth it, contact me. I'll convince you- haha!

Second visit to Wet Paws and I'm impressed. The groomer does excellent work. Bruno came out looking…read moreand smelling great. His fur is beautifully groomed, paws are clean, toenails trimmed, teeth look good. The location is convenient and close to home, which makes scheduling stress-free. Fair pricing. Staff is friendly and professional. I'm happy with this place and would recommend Wet Paws to anyone looking for quality dog grooming.

Always great service. Wet Paws our dog always looks great after her salon visit to Wet Pawsread more