Denver had such a great experience working with Helen and Outsmarting Dogs. He was trained at…read moreHelen's home for two weeks and learned the basics for crate training, potty training, leash walking and a handful of other behaviors. Helen was very communicative through email and continued to send updates and videos to help capture his experience and ways to modify his behaviors. I appreciate all that Helen has done for him and will continue to use her for boarding, if needed in the future. Thank you again!

I needed help training my large breed puppy and wanted a positive reinforcement, reward based…read moretrainer rather than someone who uses punishment like eCollars, etc. I came across Helen's listing and soon realized that she was exactly right for my dog. I highly recommend her training program! I was constantly updated with videos of my puppy's training as well as great tips and advice on how to insure continued success going forward. It soon became obvious that both pup and trainer were enjoying the experience. Helen trains with love and kindness and it was easy to see that my puppy had fun while learning. If you need help with your dog or puppy, do not hesitate to contact this excellent trainer - your dog will love you for it!

Absolutely amazing with dogs! He trained my 4 year old Aussie who was very, very hyper. Now i have…read morethe most obedient, well behaved dog. My friends and family can't believe the transformation. We are very happy and so grateful! Definitely recommend him.

From the owner: I have been training dogs for over 8 years. I have a passion for helping connect families with…read moretheir pets. Macho's got you!!

Life-Changing Dog Training--Seriously!…read more I waited a full month before writing this review because I wanted to be sure the changes we saw weren't just a fluke. Now, I can confidently say: Patrick and the Bark Busters program are nothing short of incredible. If you read nothing else--just know this: Patrick is the real deal. From the moment he stepped into our home, everything started to shift. He gave us tools, guidance, and insight that immediately began to transform our household. And here's the critical takeaway: Patrick will show you the way--but you have to do the work. There's no shortcut, no magic wand. The key is consistency. You'll be amazed at what you and your dog can accomplish with daily, intentional effort. If you're struggling--whether your dog is a puppy or a seasoned adult--pick up the phone and call Patrick. We have two Labrador Retrievers: one is 3 years old, the other just 8 months. We thought our older dog was well-behaved because he was calm... until we learned what calm really means. Meanwhile, our puppy was an adorable whirlwind--jumping, barking at the door, and definitely not ready to meet his older sibling. We knew we needed help, and fast. Enter Patrick. In just minutes, he had us "speaking dog." No gimmicks, no harsh discipline--just firm, clear leadership. Our puppy's behavior began to shift before our eyes. By the end of that first session, we were stunned. We felt more confident. The house felt calmer. The dogs were listening. Now, don't get me wrong--this isn't passive training. There's homework, every single day. In fact, every interaction becomes part of the training. But it's worth it. The results speak for themselves. And Patrick is always just a call or text away for support, clarification, or encouragement. One month in, and we have a completely different experience with our dogs. The puppy and the older dog are now peacefully coexisting--playing, lounging, and even responding calmly to the doorbell. We've established boundaries, learned to lead with confidence, and--maybe most surprisingly--realized our older dog wasn't quite the angel we thought. (Thanks, Patrick, for gently pointing that out in your follow-up visit!) Our new mission: bulletproof recall and calm, confident behavior in public. And thanks to Patrick, we're well on our way. If you're thinking about reaching out--stop thinking and just do it. Bark Busters and Patrick have given us tools that truly work, and a better relationship with our dogs. Whatever challenge you're facing, I honestly believe they can help.

Stay away from this dog training company! I contacted Bark Busters and set up an initial visit…read more This cost $300 whether or not you decide to use their service. I was scheduled with Patrick at the end of June. Due to their schedule I had to book it a month later. Well, Patrick came to my home. He is a very nice man, who thought he was the end all to training. Okay, I listened, he started out with the owner has to be the alpha dog. He actually said that dogs do not understand when we speak to them all they understand is "BARK". He claims that's how the converse with other dogs and this how we need to converse with them. I disagreed. I could believe this man and how he became a trainer. Anyone who has a dog knows they understand us. Patrick stated all I have to do was say "BARK at a normal voice and if they do not listen to say "BARK!!!" using a deep, strong, loud voice. I continued to disagree with him. Patrick stated we should part ways. I believe I should get my fee of $300 back. Especially since he would not offer their services. Patrick offered to send me some videos to help me with corrective training. I never received them. Oh by the way, Patrick stated he is the number one dog trainer in the area. He has a website don't remember the site but just put in search engine Patrick Dog Busters. I am amazed that this company is still in business and anyone would use them. Hoping they return will my deposit due to how ridiculous the initial visit, what a joke.

There aren't enough words for how AMAZING this facility is and has been for us!!! We welcomed a new…read morebaby in December. To prepare for this we brought our 3 dogs to be trained in November. When we got them back they went from completely untrained to trained in every way! Door manners, in the car, on the leash, and other basic commands, you name it! They were crazy about food and now they will sit in front of food and wait to eat it when they are told. It's amazing! We then brought them back for a tune up when our son was born. It was awesome knowing they were with people who knew them and loved them. Our dog Charlie ran and jumped in the lake immediately! Happy as can be. A huge shoutout to Derrick! When our son was born 4 weeks early he went out of his way to pick our dogs up when we were stuck at the hospital. He truly loves the dogs and cares about the families. You can tell this is his passion and it shows through his work! Lastly, Anthony has been fantastic to work with throughout too! Due to him and Derrick we will continue bringing our dogs back here when we need boarding knowing they are in the BEST hands. If you're looking for a great training facility with the best people, look no further. You found them!

The trainers were excellent with our dog & treated him very well! I needed training for myself &…read morethey came out to our home. Our dog was so excited to see them that he covered them with kisses! Cedrik & Anthony are kind & caring trainers & very professional. Highly awarded trainers & can even train dogs to be service dogs. I would highly recommend them! We are so glad we chose them!

The Barker Lounge is top tier! They have a great, clean atmosphere and a cool vibe. You can tell…read morethe employees truly love the dogs. My pup (2 y.o. Mini Golden Doodle) always enjoys his time and I love getting the photos and little notes from the employees during his stay! I can't recommend The Barker Lounge enough!

BEWARE: Heartbreaking Experience at The Barker Lounge Fort Myers…read more I boarded my dog at The Barker Lounge in Fort Myers from 8/28 to 9/2. I had used them before without any issues, but this time was a nightmare. When I picked her up, she was limping. At first, I thought she might just be stiff or shy from being away. But once I got her home, I found scabs on all four of her paws. This was extremely upsetting -- I check my dog thoroughly before drop-off, and she was completely healthy when I left her there. I called to speak with the owner, hoping for concern or at least accountability. Instead, she told me it might be from "allergies" or something unrelated -- with zero proof and no responsibility taken. When I reminded her that my dog was fine at drop-off, she dismissed it and showed no empathy whatsoever. She also refused to accommodate me in any way for the cost I paid. This experience was not only physically harmful to my dog but also emotionally upsetting. The lack of care and accountability is unacceptable.

I love this pet grooming business. Wonderful, friendly employees took great care of my babies,…read moreTeddy (Maltipoo) and Roxie (Shih Tzu). They looked fabulous when I picked them up. I did not sense that they had experienced any mistreatment at all. Roxie would have given it away in a New York Minute! She is an unbelievable cry baby. She came to me happy as a clam when I picked them both up. You won't be disappointed, I highly recommend this business.

We absolutely love these groomers! Anubis is always super happy to go get his bath and nails…read moretrimmed you can tell they really love their job and customers because our pups always come back squeaky clean!!!

WOW! What an amazing experience. I can't say enough about the staff and the facility here. My…read morewife and I are new to the area, and I were looking for a great Veterinarian. The the first facility we found was not so great, and others were either insensitive or clearly just in it for the money, but then we found the Animal Medical Center and were so relieved to finally have caring and compassionate help. They are very understanding with owners and work for the betterment of your pet not their wallets. They took time to listen to us and our concerns as well as what we had already done to help our puppy. The staff gave us great advice on how to handle some of the more challenging behaviors we were facing and were wonderful in the way they handled Maverick. Their "philosophy" of care really matched up with ours which was a huge relief and you can tell that they know how to work with owners as part of a care team. If you go to them I hope that you have just as great an experience as we are having. And hey one day you may see us with our pup in the waiting room.

I paid $79 just to schedule an appointment. While researching pricing, I discovered that Animal…read moreMedical Center was considerably higher for pricing so I cancelled the appointment. They refused to refund my money. I will not be going here and do not recommend them.

I love this pet sitting company. Not only do they come to you and your pets, they are very…read moreversatile with their services. This young woman started this business on her own and knows exactly what she's doing when it comes to taking care of animals and their people. Kiki and her team really do go above and beyond and treats every pet and home as if it's their own. Like royalty! You can also feel safe with this company inside your home. They run complete background checks on all staff to make sure you're getting the best worry free experience possible. I will hire them again and again.

We are so happy we found Lord of the Leash! Our sweet lab can be a bit stubborn and he had some bad…read morehabits that needed attention, and Kiki was the perfect match for him. She was warm, patient, and professional, and she somehow managed to get both the dog and the humans trained at the same time -- a true skill! Kiki explained everything clearly, gave us simple strategies to use at home, and never made us feel rushed or overwhelmed. She truly loves what she does, and it shows in the progress our dog made and the confidence we gained as owners. If you're looking for a trainer who is fun to work with, incredibly knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in your dog's success, you'll love working with Kiki at Lord of the Leash.