We adopted an un-trained 4 year old Olde English Bulldogge... a stubborn breed to say the least…read more.. and he liked to hump all new people... (funny but not funny) and was dog reactive to boot!! So we started looking into trainers... Thankfully I came across Upstate Canine Academy. After a very professional consult over the phone, we felt assured that this was the right place to bring our dog. We left him at the Academy for a 3 week board and train. Missed him like crazy. He came home understanding commands, don't get me wrong, it wasn't night and day, there was still a LOT of work to be done, but the work was really for us to continue the behavior instilled by the Academy trainers. We were given clear tools to work with him when they handed over the reigns. The incredible part about this facility is that they offer support for the lifetime of the dog after the board and train. (That is how assured they are of their program). Our dog has improved a lot since his initial training, and it is nice to walk him on a leash without his going ballistic when we pass by another dog... and a relief that he no longer humps our human guests when they visit our home! The staff at Upstate Academy are great. They are all dog lovers with an exceptional understanding of dog behavior. The place is clean, and you can be assured that your dog will be safe and happy while he is in training. This is a worthwhile investment.

Beware of this daycare! We have been bringing our dog here fir the past 5 1/2 years no less than 3…read moredays/week on average. She was recently out for a month with a serious gastrointestinal infection as well as an infection on her foot which resulted in two of her toes being removed. After reaching out to have Amber return to daycare with a veterinary clearance, we received the following e-mail: Hi, We hope you guys had a wonderful weekend. We miss Amber as well and are happy to hear that her vet doesn't have any concerns. That being said, daycare can be extremely active, and messy as well during play (when pools are out, mud, etc), and we would never want Amber to get further hurt or sick in a vulnerable state. Due to her extreme and sudden onset of medical issues, we feel as a team that we can no longer provide the level of specific care Amber needs at this time. As much as we would love to continue seeing her, we feel that it would not be the best decision for her medically. I appreciate your understanding, I apologize for the inconvenience, and wish you all the best. WTF??? Is upper management now veterinarians too? Who are you to override a veterinary clearance? We thought that is why you have EVERYONE sign a waiver which releases you from liability. What we see here is ageism plain & simple - you do not want to attend to a senior dog who can walk, run & play because you have no staff and cannot be bothered oh, by the way, this is after we, as loyal clients did not sue you after our dog was severely attacked at daycare by a bully dog who had only just joined. Yes, we are loyal clients, we came back, we recommended you to others, you used our dog as a test dog for meets & greets with potential new clients! We have never been in arrears for payment, oh wait, we actually paid in advance! This is NOT how you treat clients! We will be taking our loyalty, money & sweet girl elsewhere, this is all on you, you should be ashamed as there is no reason why she cannot come back, but after the way you just treated us, never again at UCA.

Our rescue dog has fear that is preventing her from bonding with our family. Armando has provided…read moreus with insight about her behavior and our actions that are blocking our way to a better connection. He has given us practical exercises that have been easy to apply and, best of all, have made an improvement within a very short time. Armando has been very patient with our questions and concerns. We recommend his services without reservation.

We LOVE Armando! From the very first conversation about our 6-month-old wild child, we knew Armando…read morewas the one that could help. Our pup Harper attended a 3-week board and train for basic puppy commands, leash control and resource guarding. The improvement is immeasurable! Armando has laid a wonderful foundation that keeps us motivated to continue training at home. Customer service is outstanding all around- If you need help, do not hesitate to call! You (and your pup) will be happy that you did.

Dan and Kathy trained my three German Shepherds. Within 5 minutes, my pups were no longer pulling…read moreand tugging on leash and enjoying long "Pack Leadership" walks. Following Dan's advice and developing a routine for my dogs, they now go outside. No leash. No fences. No expensive electric fences . We enjoy being outside with no worries of the pups running off into the woods or onto the road. They are more relaxed and happy. Dan and Kathy revolutionized my family's life and my pups' lives.

Dan and Kathy came to our house for the first training session with our eleven-week-old Irish…read moreDoddle puppy. They were professional in every way, sharing their expertise, experience and vast knowledge with us and the puppy. Dans hands on approach was great for both the dog and us. I would highly recommend "Dan Trains Dogs " to anyone who wants the best for their pet from an outstanding team who truly loves what they do. Mike B.

My dog Harry and I learned a lot during Basic Manners training. Shannon is an excellent trainer who…read moreis very tuned in to what the dogs need to succeed.

Shannon is not only a great dog trainer, she is amazingly tactful and patient with the real…read morestudents, the owners. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a reward-based training program.

This place is terrific for dogs. Coming from Austin, TX, where there was a wonderful local chain of…read moredoggie daycare/boarding facilities, this particular place was a breath of fresh air after one of my two dogs passed away suddenly. The remaining pup was left quite lonely. He enjoyed getting exhausted by running with pals and slowly came to be much more like his old self. The owner, Jen, has Belgian Malinois thoiugh I've never actually seen them. She's knowledgeable and nice. They seem to have an avid agility "group" as there is a really big, nice course. Dog Logic (Glens Falls) conducts low level Obedience classes of all levels there. I'm going through that process with our new rescue and it's been fun. They have a doggie jungle gym in a closed yard filled with river rocks (helps with rain and snow and picking up poop). The staff is very focused on positive reinforcement training. There is a groomer that works out of the basement. I have had the opportunity to use her once and she was good too. Finally, Mahogany Ridge distributes a brand of pet food called Bill-Jac. It's a raw foods program and the food looks nice. I don't use the brand personally, but I know that everyone I've met who has tried it has liked it. I am a big believer in Doggie Daycare. In this area there's very little just now, so it's nice to have a good one!

The daycare portion is nice but the staff hired are unprofessional and not very knowledgable. The…read moreowner is never there and often you are kept waiting in the office with no one around and no way to let anyone know you are there. They also hardly ever answer the phone. My final straw was when I went in to buy a collar and it had doubled in price! Doubled! Ridiculous.

My dog gets groomed regularly here and I couldn't be happier. Happy dog, happy furbaby parent…read more Nicky, who's been grooming our dog for years, is awesome. He looks like a million bucks after she gives him a wash and cut. He is groomed nicely each and every time. You can safely leave your pet here, knowing that they are well cared for. Your pet is in good hands.

Bailey loves the groomers at Milton Manor.They do w wonderful job on his toenails. They are very…read moregentle on him for his other grooming needs.

WOW! What a transformation we have seen, right before our eyes!…read more After completing level 1 and level 2, our Bentley has come out of his insecure, frightened shell and his confidence has been soaring ever since. Throughout this process we have learned how to communicate with our dogs, not just how to do commands. He is now a new dog, as we are new owners. This course should be required for anyone with a dog. Could not recommend Brittany enough.

Long overdue review....we love Doggy Playcare! Our dog Ellie has been going here for 4 months and…read moreit's been nothing but a pleasant experience. Kevin and Alissa have been so good with Ellie. They treat her like she is their dog, and we are so grateful for that. Ellie looks forward to going here 2 days a week. She doesn't get this excited over anything else, even food! Ellie has met several good friends here, and has become so much better behaved around other dogs and people because of Doggy Playcare. There is a very careful admission process here, which makes this place special. In addition to "Playcare", we also brought Ellie here for group training, which was also a very positive experience. Brittney was great to Ellie and made it so much fun to attend classes. I highly recommend Doggy Playcare!

In my experience, the owners and staff at Taravale Farm and Kennel are knowledgeable and loving…read moretowards the dogs in their care. They handle special requests very well and are friendly and helpful to their customers. I have boarded my dog there for weekend trips and longer vacations, and I always feel that my dog is in safe hands. The owners live on-site and keep a watchful eye on things. The facility is kept very clean and neat, and the kennel is always prepared for my dog so that the dropoff process is quick and smooth. I've recommended Taravale to many of my friends and I still would not hesitate to do so. The daily rate is also lower than average, so it's a good value.

i have kenneled my dogs at Taravale Farms many times since it began operation. I have had nothing…read morebut good experiences. The facility is always clean and well organized. Pickup and drop off could not be easier. Most importantly, the operators clearly love animals and pay close attention to the care and well being of the animals in their charge.

I will forever recommend this place! I have a 10-year-old Doberman and have used the strutting…read morepooch for pet sitting on three separate occasions now, each time for over four days. Before our first scheduled sit, we had a get to know you meeting with the sitter and my dog, and they were beyond helpful and eased all of my worries. They take detailed notes on the specific needs of my dog, and take the time to really understand how to best care for her. My dog has some separation anxiety, and I'm sure it doesn't help that I'm a helicopter mom, but the sitter did an amazing job looking after her and she is so happy to see them each time! At the end of each visit, they send a recap of how it went and send pictures! It's almost as detailed as a kiddo's daycare recap (I have compared haha). It makes me so happy to see my girl happy when I'm away!

We have 3 senior pups, two if which are diabetic and visually impaired. Our pet sitter from…read moreStrutting Pooch came to our house, took them outside to take care of personal business and stayed overnight. She communicated during each visit and even sent photos. This was THE best pet sitting experience we have ever had! From the ease of booking the sits, to the communication and care for our furbabies- i woul give 10 stars if I could.