I cannot recommend David enough. He completely transformed all 4 of my dogs, who were honestly…read morewild, crazy, and extremely rambunctious before working with him. The difference in their behavior now is unbelievable. What truly sets him apart is how much he genuinely cares -- not just about training the dogs, but about helping them succeed and making the process enjoyable for both the dogs and the owners. You can tell immediately that he has a real passion for what he does. He was patient, caring, knowledgeable, and somehow made training fun instead of stressful. The most mind-blowing part was my one dog who was already four years old and still not potty trained. Within just 4 days, he had her fully trained to go outside. I honestly still can't believe it. We had struggled for years, and he accomplished what we thought was impossible in less than a week. I also never felt comfortable to leave my dog in anyone else's home, but David made me feel so comfortable and secure to drop my fur baby at his home for the board and train and I honestly was open to having her there longer since we trusted him so much, but we didn't even need to since he got the results done so fast. I was able to get all my 4 dogs on a plane as Service Dogs with his guidance and training and I am now living in Costa Rica with all my 4 furbabies which would have never been possible without his training. If you are considering dog training, stop searching and book with him. He is hands down the absolute best, and I truly could not recommend him more! Our dogs -- and our home -- are completely changed because of him. We all truly miss him! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts David!

We had a wonderful experience with David and Proper Pups! He made incredible progress with our dog,…read moreCali, turning around her leash manners and reactivity during the two week board and train program. Right from our meet and greet, David worked to understand what our struggles were so he could make a training plan just for Cali. We felt comfortable and confident dropping her off. His calm energy, deep knowledge, and clear methods were obvious right away. When we picked up Cali, David spent time going over everything he worked on with her. He joined us for a walk, giving us helpful tips in real-time on how we could adjust what we were doing to keep her progress going. He even gave us a detailed file of notes, which have allowed for us to seamlessly continue her training at home. David's patience and positive approach paid off, we've seen such a change. Cali is calmer and more focused when there's stuff going on around her. We can't recommend him enough to anyone dealing with leash issues or a reactive dog.

After doing a thorough search of trainers on the area, I had consults with a few and Michael at…read moreProTrain sold me on their process and methods. I was on the fence about an e-collar and I have never been so happy to be proven wrong. We brought our 6 month old, male Catahoula to board and train for fear-based issues and general disrespect due to lack of socialization opportunities (thanks covid). We had a scared, pushy a*hole on our hands and 3 weeks later, we had a respectful quasi-gentleman returned to us. Full spunk and happy disposition intact. I have been blown away in the change in our pup's confidence and obedience (especially with a young puppy). He is a true joy to have as part of our family and even more so that he mentally balanced. Shell and Michael have always been available for our questions and the complimentary refresher training has been wonderful. It really proves that they stand behind their training. I look forward to working with them in the future!

Hannah was awesome! I almost gave up on my hyper pup, but Hannah worked with him and like magic! He…read moreis a dream dog now.

We cannot recommend Shadalane Golden Retrievers enough -- especially Shelley! She helped us bring…read morehome our amazing golden boy, Rigatoni, as a puppy, and he truly fits our lifestyle perfectly. From day one, Shelley has always been just a phone call away, making sure we have all the support and guidance we need. You can tell how much she genuinely cares about every dog and every family she works with. Not only do we trust Shadalane for our future puppies forever, but they are also the ONLY people we trust to groom Rigatoni. They are incredibly patient, take their time, and always do a perfect job with our golden boy. The care, professionalism, and love they show is unmatched. We are so grateful for Shelley and the entire Shadalane family!

We had a wonderful experience with Shadalane back in 2022. Our dog Ridley has brought us so much…read morejoy and has an incredible temperament that allows him to become fast friends with kids, adults, and dogs everywhere. Shelley was very communicative and made the process smooth, and we were very impressed with their facility and the care that they show each dog. We can't recommend them highly enough.

In response to Summer Q. review, I felt as a client of close to 5 years that a response is long…read moreoverdue. Summer's dog Simba actually attacked my dog and Buddy defended himself, as dogs do. I do not condone that behavior, but dogs do engage solely with their mouths. I chose not to confront Summer Q, as I had faith the issues would be resolved. Unfortunately they were not. The staff at Hot Dog on a Leash always care for the safety of my dog and others in attendance and send daily updates with cute photos and videos. We love that they have a full size pool for swimming fun and we can log into cameras and watch the pups play. I can even let my kids log into the cameras so they can say hi to the dogs each morning. It is the highlight of their day! My dog starts barking and wagging his tail the moment we turn down the drive, and he comes home happy and relaxed. I would highly recommend this staff and spot for your dogs. I just ask you look at the long history of exceptional service they have provided over the years as not everything is as it seems in one review.

We are so delighted that Hot Dog On a Leash has reopened their Carlsbad location. Wahoo! Cooper is…read moreoverjoyed to be back with his friends...his pet friends and his caretakers. It makes me smile to get a picture of Cooper playing during the day. I know that he is safe, loved and happy and he sleeps like a baby when he get home. Thank you Heather and company for keeping our dogs happy. We appreciate you all!

I needed a daycare spot for my dog for a quick weekend trip to Carlsbad/Legoland and stumbled upon…read moreStaycation for Dogs. The staff here was always so helpful and quick to respond throughout the whole process. From the start, I was able to call a week in advance and get information, and when I realized I couldn't book online the day before, they were able to assist and get me in with no problem. Communication was top notch. On top of that, I don't board my dog often because he can be quite nervous around new people and new dogs. However, they were so reassuring the entire time. They sent me an update and a photo in the middle of the day to settle my nerves. When I went to pick him up, he was resting so comfortably next to them. The next time I'm in the area, I'll definitely be using their services again! Thank you Staycation for Dogs!

We are so thankful to have Staycation For Dogs as a boarding option for our girl! We have a…read moredachshund who suffered IVDD episode about a year and a half ago difficult for us to find a place that we trusted to board her. We have used Staycation a few times and have a lot of trust in the staff! They send picture updates and put us at ease with any questions or concerns that we may have during our trip! Their drop off and pick up hours are convenient and the facility is well-maintained and clean. The staff is friendly and professional! We are thankful for this option in service.

We had a wonderful experience at Kindred Spirits Canine Education Center. Tanner made so much…read moreprogress over the six weeks of training, and we are so grateful for the support and guidance we received. Kate was an invaluable asset throughout the program. She gave clear examples, helped us understand the challenges that came up, and always approached training with such positivity and patience. She made it easy to ease into the process by providing supplemental reading and exercises that gave us the fundamental tools we needed to keep building Tanner's training at home. Every class was truly a joy. I loved watching the other dogs and owners succeed, and it was so encouraging to see major progress from each dog and their family. Tanner will absolutely be continuing his training with Kate. Karin was also such a pleasure to have in class, and we loved the adorable photos she took of all the pups. Everyone we met at Kindred Spirits was kind, understanding, and patient. Their ability to problem-solve, adjust, and customize each dog's training based on where they were at was incredible. We cannot recommend Kindred Spirits enough!

We had a great experience with the Basic Training for our puppy. Kate does an amazing job as an…read moreinstructor. She explains the how and why behind dog training so that you understand why your dog might be having trouble with specific behaviors. In these classes, you are taught how to train your dogs which seems to be pretty effective when your bring them home. Looking forward to taking another class to hone in our puppy's skills!

Highly Recommend this business!…read more My husband and I reached out because we have a reactive doggy, Zeus, and we had been postponing some much needed training. Upon contacting James, he was very professional and transparent about the pricing and different packages. We are very pleased with our decision in proceeding with this business as there was immediate improvement after just one session! James has done a wonderful job identifying the behavioral issues and triggers and explaining the processes of correcting Zeus's behavior. James also doesn't rush the process and is very attentive and intentional with the time spent during the sessions as well as with the communication updates sent via text. We are very happy and pleased with the progress made so far with Zeus, and we are excited to see continued improvements! Thank you James!

Just an update to say "sorry" to James. We went to meet up with James and other clients so my…read more"reactive dog" Carl would provide and get good training with the other dogs, but Carl WAS PERFECT and not reactive at all!! 180 difference from when we started seeing James just 6 months ago!! It's amazing the progress our boy has made in just 6 months.

We couldn't be more pleased with the services provided by Lynne during our recent travel. She…read morewatched our 1-year old kitten and he absolutely fell in love with her. She provided frequent updates which made being away just a little easier. We recommend her highly!

I hired Linda to take care of my chickens and fish. She did an amazing job! My house was without…read morewater for the first several days but Linda BROUGHT WATER for the chickens!!! I didn't give a second thought to my pets well-being. Linda took care of everything!!!