I had the pleasure of working with Brittany for a two week board and train for my Great Dane Freya…read more During her stay, I got daily updates about how she was doing and her progress. When we went to pick her up, Brittany went over all of the commands that she taught so that we were confident in our abilities when we practiced at home. We are so happy with Freya's training and we will be sending our other dog to this training as well. We highly recommend Brittany and her services!

Our dog, Molly, is a dog who needs to be off leash to RUN! But she also likes to chase birds and…read morebutterflies or follow a scent. When off leash, she would run off and out of our yard. Happily for us, our trainer Kerry did an amazing job with Molly! We sent her for 2 weeks of training with Kerry. What a change! Not only is she a better family member around the house, she can RUN off leash until her heart's content. We thought we would have to build a large fence around our property but Molly now knows to come when we call her! We do spend some of our time in an urban environment as well and she heels at our side on command. No more being dragged around by our exuberant pup! I can't recommend Kerry at Off Leash K9 Training highly enough!

I recently brought my 4.5year old black lab pit mix dog to Dave at Trouwe Hond K-9 for training…read more My dog Nina spent two weeks there and then came home with me. Nina has learned good obedience on and off leash. She heels now and I can enjoy walking with her. Dave has truly mastered training. My dog Nina has done wonderful and I am following through with everything that Nina learned and Dave taught me. It's been a great experience and I highly recommend the training program here.

We can't speak highly enough of David and how much he helped our family. My boyfriend and I have a…read more2 year old Bluetick Coonhound, Charlie. Starting when he was about 6 months we were having behavioral issues with him in the home. It started with resource guarding and food aggression, and overtime escalated to aggression toward us. We constantly walked on eggshells around him. It even got to the point of when we would come home from a walk Charlie wouldn't let us take his collar off. He would growl, snarl and bare his teeth, and turn on us. We had to use a baby gate as a "shield" to get to our bedroom. We didn't feel safe in our own home and no other trainer was able to help us. I had been bit twice up to this point. We debated rehoming Charlie, had almost lost all hope, broken hearted, and felt like we failed him. Upon reaching out, before we even met David, he reassured us he would be able to help. During our in-person evaluation with David he told us Charlie is a dominant dog and he is at the top of the pack. We needed to train with Charlie to regain our place at the top of the pack. Not only would it strengthen our bond with him but we would feel safe again and regain control of our home. Charlie spent two weeks at Trouwe Hond and came home yesterday. The confidence we have gained with David's training can't be put into words. Charlie is completely different, he is happy again and our family is whole again. We are SO grateful for the time and dedication David gave not only Charlie but us as well. We still have a lot of training ahead but we are so excited to continue learning with our boy.

I have never brought a dog to this trainer, but I've dog sat for those who have. The dogs were…read moreclearly so well trained, recall was a breeze, and walking them on leash was the best experience. I contacted the dog owner to ask who trained them. That's really my only connection, but the owner's recommendation spoke volumes.

I wanted to share my experience with Tom and Marilyn ( Owners and Trainers ) When my bf and I…read morereached out to them our two dogs ; a boxer and a Olde English Bulldoggee, both males began having problems getting along. They were resource guarding, fighting, and we lost complete control over our dogs. It got so bad to the point we were considering getting rid of them which was an ABSOLUTE last resort. Tom came over to our house TWICE to review their behavior, educate us on what the process would be and worked out a financial plan that was going to be fesible for my partner and I. Not to mention both of them were VERY respectful that we are a LGBT couple. Tom ended up doing a in home board and train with Vance, our bulldogge who we believed to be the agressor, didnt listen at all and was very defiant. Opie our boxer recieved in home training as he caught on alot easier then Vance. Tom continously would answer our calls or texts when we had problems. Things settled down for awhile and due to the fault of my partner and I not being as consistant as we should have began to have issues again. At that point Tom picked up the training right where we left off and this time my partner and I took training alot more seriously. We had to utilize muzzle training while dogs where in the house along with place command in order to reaclimate them to living with each other and understanding that neither of them were the Alpha. During this period Tom advised to keep dogs completely seperate, it was hard at first but since following his training and putting our trust in him our dogs now can walk properly on a leash, be in the house in place without muzzles ( we can even leave the room ) and put them in the backyard again together with toys. Although nothing is perfect in life the freedom that Tom's knowledge gave us has allowed us to gain control again over our home and our pets. We utilize his techniques everyday ( Not to mention we learned how to cook pasta the correct way from Tom hahahaha ) Tom and Marilyn truly make a great team. Marilyn brings a more hollistic approach to training which I think is amazing and very helpful if you have a very tense dog , plus its great for the owners too, because dog never bit there were times I felt uneasy because I couldn't read his body language or behavior. Tom is the disciplinary one who is excellent at teaching how to run a pack. A thousand thank yous to them both. Steve and I will FOREVER be in debt to them for what they provided us. Please, if your at the end of your rope and you feel you have no other alternative, reach out to them. Nobody can guarentee it's going to work but I assure you that their confidence, experience and professionalism will shine through! I look forward to doing some fence training with Vance our bulldog this spring/summer. Justin, Steve, Vance & Opie

Pam is so gifted, kind, knowledgeable, punctual, and professional! I reached out to her for…read morebehavior modification and basic training of our newly adopted 14-month-old dog. These are the teenage years when they test a lot and we were all acclimating to each other. From our first assessment session our dog (and we) learned a ton and Pam gave us plenty of tips for moving forward. We booked 5 more sessions and we saw our dog's behavior, and our ability to react appropriately to misbehavior, improve immensely. There were improvements with jumping, counter surfing, leash walking, recall, and "leave it," to name a few. Pam personalizes every session, provides really helpful session summaries and handouts, and is available always for questions. We're going to sign up for a group class with her this summer, too. 12/10 recommend Pam and Down4Paws!

Pam is an AMAZING person and dog trainer! She is extremely responsive and great at troubleshooting…read morevarious solutions to issues that pop up during the training process. She is always patient with our puppy and with us and our kids. Pam involves the entire family in the training process, which we felt was unique when searching for a trainer. We have 3 young children, ranging in age from two to seven, and she was able to seamlessly differentiate instruction so everyone understood and could participate. After working with Pam for 5 weeks, our puppy is able to seamlessly perform all of the obedience tasks she taught in training. We have decided to go even further with our training because the results we have seen already have been met beyond our expectations. I would recommend Pam without ANY hesitation for anyone looking for a reliable trainer with proven results!

We've been working with Micaela and her team for the past five years and cannot imagine where we…read morewould be without their support, community and guidance. We have a very high-drive, high-energy Shetland Sheepdog named Bruce. Like most Shelties, Bruce is smart, sensitive, and social but he is also highly triggered by movement and very VERY very vocal. He developed pretty significant leash reactivity, especially towards other dogs, when he was an adolescent. Bruce wasn't technically a covid puppy, but a gotcha day of Halloween 2019 means he got the combo of isolation and overrun dog parks that were typical of that time. We live in busy Coolidge Corner and began to dread taking him outside. I was often in tears I was so embarrassed. We had resorted to excessive fetch and taking him outside the city to run off his energy. We 100% were "those people" shouting "he's friendly!" as he charged, off leash, towards other dogs. We were pretty desperate by the time we found Community K9. Micaela is talented, educated and effective. She understands and applies dog psychology like no one else. She taught us about barrier frustration, biological fulfillment and frustration tolerance training, emotional regulation and so much more. She is empathetic and supportive and never made me feel embarrassed or anything other than empowered. Through introduction of an ecoller, brain games, teaching him and off switch, focusing on making sure he is biologically fulfilled every day and structured walks with other (non-reactive) dogs, Bruce has thrived (and re-earned off leash privileges). After each training session, we are sent a long document reiterating everything we had learned and with many other resources included. I have assembled all her guidance into a training book of sorts and consult it often. Micaela doesn't just train your dog, she trains YOU. Investing in this type of service is not cheap regardless of who you go to. If you do find someone cheaper, my advice would be simply to remember that you get what you pay for. Micaela's prices are industry standard and as described above, the value you get for that money is exceptional. Bruce still hikes with Zack from Mikaela's team twice a week to fulfill his need for socialization and play with other dogs in a safe environment with dogs who are all trained to the same high standard. Zack is kind, enthusiastic and skilled. Bruce adores him. We also board with Community K9 for all vacations and holidays. We have had the pleasure of working with Annie, Clara, Micaela & Zack as well as other wonderful former employees that have gone onto great things! Micaela's team is so top-notch that I ultimately ended up becoming very very close friends with one of her former employees (Amanda) whom Bruce and I regularly went for structured walks with so he could learn from the good example set by Amanda's dog Gracey. I also recommended Micaela's team to my sister who worked with Annie for her large (part Great Pyrenees, lab and husky) fearful, reactive rescue dog. My sisters dog had always been nervous around children and Annie successfully helped my sister prepared for the birth of her first child and a seamless integration. I see Cannoli and my niece now and it's hard to believe anyone ever worried which is such a testament to the skill Micaela cultivates in her team. This short (haha) review is all to say that Micaela is outstanding, and her business name is on point. She skillfully and compassionately teaches you and your canine to live harmoniously within your existing community, and then she provides a like-minded community for you and your dog that is worth its weight in gold. I cannot imagine either of our lives without Community Canine. I HIGHLY and without reservation recommend Micaela, Zack, and the rest of her team. You will find the answers you are looking for with them.

We've been working with Community K9 and Michaela's team for over five years with our dog Scout, a…read morerescue lab-pit mix, who has significant reactivity issues. We knew that Scout needed a special kind of training: patient, consistent, and grounded in a deep understanding of dog behavior. Michaela and her team deliver that and so much more. What started as basic obedience evolved into a long-term partnership to help Scout navigate his fears and reactivity toward strangers and other dogs. From group classes to private sessions, Michaela and team were with us every step of the way to make sure Scout could be successful and safe in our home and around our growing family. I remember having the team come help us prep before we had our twins, setting up our house and establishing guidance for how things should work in the house long before the children arrived. Scout's not always easy, but because of Community Canine, we've been able to give him a safe, loving home. He adores our kids, we've learned how to introduce him to new people, and we feel supported every step of the way. We also rely on their weekly group hikes and boarding services, which we love. Scout gets excellent care, attention, and even some training refreshers while we're away. Everyone on the team--Michaela, Beth, Clara, Marie, and others--car deeply about the animals they work with. If you have a dog with complex needs, are looking for thorough training, or just want to give your pup a great start, we couldn't recommend Community K9 more highly.

My client brought her service puppy prospect to Canine New England to work on muscle strengthening…read moreto correct a sloppy sit. The before and after videos are like day and night. The trainer built her a box with traction which acts like a small platform. I highly recommend Canine New England for this type of conditioning.

We have been taking our Aussiedoodle Flip to Canine New England for years. The entire staff is…read morewonderful and the work and attention that they have put into keeping Flip healthy have made all the difference in his life.

We started working with William shortly after bringing home our Bernese Mountain Dog puppy, Henry,…read moreand we're so glad we did. His guidance helped us lay a strong foundation, not just for Henry's training, but for our own confidence as first-time dog owners. William's approach gave us practical tools that made a big difference during the more challenging "teenage puppy" phase. Walks used to feel chaotic, and now they're something we actually enjoy as a family. Friends and strangers alike often comment on how well-behaved Henry is, and we credit a lot of that to the early work we did with William. Puppyhood can be overwhelming, but working with someone who really understands dogs made it feel manageable. We had a great experience and highly recommend William.

Our boys have a great time while boarding. I am grateful for Five Rings! Laurel is great and the…read morestaff is attentive to our dogs allergies. Thank you for all you do.

Been using Five Rings for years nw. Boarding and Training. Excellent care. Mike has beena…read morewonderful, knowledgable trainer.