Tricia with CVCA is fantastic! I've quickly seen a change in my dog after working with Tricia. My…read morepup is becoming much calmer when seeing other dogs on our walks. I'm a dog-walker so I'm familiar with dog behavior. Tricia sees the tiniest cues that I miss. These tiny cues make all the difference!

TL;DR: HIRE HER. She's AMAZING…read more Our little beagle was rescued from a puppy mill that was raising him sell to a lab. The mill was shut down due to animal abuse. Since our pup had spent his entire life living in a kennel (and didn't know about grass, cars, walks, toys, peanut butter--anything!), we had our work cut out for us. And we're first-time dog owners, to boot. Tricia was recommended to us after I posted on a community Reddit page. She promised to be our one-stop shop for dog help, and she's more than lived up to her promise. Not only did she help us potty-train our one-year-old pup and teach him basic commands, but she's helped us with everything from figuring out doggy daycare, grooming, pet supplies, etc. We see her once a week at our house or at a public place and also answers tons of questions from us via text/email in between sessions. Not only is Tricia great with our pup (he ADORES her), but she's great with us, too. She's super professional and prompt, and is helping us gain confidence as new dog owners. I'd highly recommend her to anyone (and have already recommended her to several friends!).

Ralph was amazing with our dog. Despite his wealth of knowledge and years of experience he made…read moreeach lesson with our puppy very digestible. He gave in depth tutorials behind each of the exercises we did. Not just showing us how to perform the exercise but also why we do it. The behavior of our puppy after training was exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend.

My dog was difficult to control on walks and would run towards cars and pedestrians. After the…read morefirst training session our dog began to improve and walks were much calmer. He gave us good insight into out dog's motivations and suggestions for further training. Training was well worth the investment.

Fantastic. Owner is wonderful. Exceptional grooming for all types of dogs!! and great place to…read moreboard. Extremely knowledgeable staff and very detailed oriented. Safety is a complete priority. Highly recommend! Only place in town that grooms cats as well!

I do not really have a rating, as I was told they are unable to take on new grooming clients. The…read moreinteraction was via email only, so cannot speak to attitude, just that they did respond to my request promptly and cordially, although succinctly. Perhaps Yelp should remove Pet Grooming as a Service, or add a notice that this Business is not taking on new grooming clients. Since the Owner stated in her response that they do not support or have anything to do with Yelp, maybe a better idea is to remove this business from the search results for Pet Grooming.

My dog has been at ATP daycare for a year and a half now. We've also done overnight boarding and…read moreobedience classes with ATP. All have been excellent experiences! The staff is personable and looks out for the dogs. The dogs are matched with playgroups that work best for their personalities and play styles. The staff will update you with a daily report if you ask! My dog is always happy and well exercised when he returns from daycare. The staff is responsive and responsible. We love ATP!

My pup has been here once for his "interview" and once for daycare. Since then, I have made a…read morerecurring weekly appointment. Overall, the staff was extremely friendly and ATTENTIVE. They put a ton of time and effort into making sure each dog maxes out on fun while staying safe and happy. I feel very comfortable leaving my dog here and the hours of operation make it convenient to do so. I will say that the prices are significantly higher than what I'm used to paying for the same quality of care, though I can't blame them too much from a business perspective (not a lot of competition in C'ville). If they lowered the cost per day by even $5 I'd definitely consider switching to twice a week!

I adapted a seven years old dog that was and still is afraid of anything to get too close to her…read moreface I took her to PetSmart and told the receptionist about my dog and they were so good about finding someone with experience and very gentle My dog let her do some work around her face Not completely but it's only the beginning Thank you so much Stephanie

This review is for Jake with the grooming department. He is steadily amazing, takes his time, and…read moreis very caring to our pup. We've been back several times now and have switched up what cut we want too and Jake always comes through! Our pup actually doesn't mind going to the groomer now! Thanks Jake!

This place is much more than doggy day care. My friend has a horse (okay really large dog) that is…read morebeing trained as a special needs dog. This facility has spacious grounds to allow dogs to roam outside. There is also inside space. When dogs are being trained to assist, they are taken out in public to get used to every day situations. There are various packages you can purchase for your pet. Training sessions cost more. My friend's dog recognizes the building. He is happy just seeing it. When you pick up your pet, a staff member brings your dog out on a leash and greets you.

We started taking our Great Pyrenees/Central Asian Shepherd mix to socialization and training…read moreclasses when she was a puppy about 11 months ago. We wouldn't have been nearly as successful with raising a well-behaved dog without positive paws! Our dog loves it there and it's great knowing she's in good hands while we're at work.

This was just the experience I want for my dog…read more James is awesome. He's so attentive to what you need or want from your dog. My dog, Koa is a year old Belgian Malinois but unfortunately was not trained. She was rehomed to me. I desperately needed obedience training. James shared pictures and videos with me of the whole journey since I lived 3 1/2 hours away. I had no reservations about leaving her with him. I doubt she wanted to leave him to come home! This will probably not be the only training she will get from James. He's very open to this being a great experience for you and your dog. I highly recommend him for any training you need for your dog.

Sending our rescue Rottweiler to James was the best decision we've made. He helped correct multiple…read morebehaviors including jumping, leash reactivity, biting when being fed treats, stealing food off the table, and reactivity on elevators. After 5 weeks our dog came back his same goofy self just better behaved. He also trained our other dog, a 7 year old rescue, who had sever leash reactivity to not lung or bark on walks anymore. We couldn't recommend Controlled K-9 more!

Amazing classes really knows her stuff! she encourages the bond and trust to establish the…read moregroundwork..... I must say she definitely knows her dogs too! most definitely impressed and I'll be recommending to my friends!

From the owner: Core Behaviors Program: This 5-week in-home course covers essential behaviors like Sit, Down, Stay,…read moreWait, Leave It, Come, and Cruise Control. Growth Program: This intermediate program builds on basics with advanced commands like Heel, Place, and Wait, and enhances focus amidst distractions. We also teach polite greetings for proper behavior around guests and other dogs. Mastery Program: For advanced training, this 5-week course includes trick training, therapy dog preparations, off-leash training, and custom behavior adjustments. The "Vet Check" module covers precision heeling, distance cues, and urban navigation. On-the-Go Manners Class: This single-session class, lasting one to two hours, focuses on practical public interaction skills, including getting in and out of cars and greeting new humans and dogs. Behavioral Consultations: Our expert Dog Advisor provides personalized consultations for issues like separation anxiety, aggression, and excessive barking, offering targeted solutions to improve your dog's behavior. Group Classes: I offer various group classes for different skill levels, providing socialization and learning opportunities in a structured environment. My mission is to create a harmonious relationship between dogs and their owners through effective communication and training using a blend of science-based and natural methods to ensure lasting results. Join us on a journey to better understand and connect with your canine companion.