I will start by saying that from the first moment I met Luis I felt like I knew him my whole life…read more I am an older person and this meant the world to me. I needed to feel this trust before i could trust him with my dog. Jack Sparrow has anxiety issues and Luis has helped us to work patiently with this issue. With the help of Luis Jack Sparrow has come a long way. I believe i am the one who still needs more training. I highly recommend Harmony Dog Training and Luis if you need training.

When we rescued our puppy back in January I knew she had potential to be a great dog but also a…read morevery bad pup! I researched and came across Nancy's name and I am so glad that I did. Nancy gave us the foundation to create a harmonious training between us and our dog. I couldn't be happier with what Nancy has taught us and our puppy she was truly a great person to have! Our puppy is a little over a year now and listens extremely well. I am so thankful for Nancy and will certainly be using her when we get another dog!

Yuruani is extremely experienced and professional. She is almost always on time. She has a plan and…read morefollows up with email instructions after each session. With about six weeks of training, our puppy can sit, lay down, settle, "leave" things , paw and ring a bell in prep for letting us when he wants to potty, let us clean and touch him, and not jump up immediately on guests. Our puppy still needs work on "leave it". The pup has very good leash etiquette, again with Yuruani showing us how to walk the dog. Most importantly the dog LOVES her.

At almost 4 years old, our Portuguese Water Dog developed some reactive behavior that was…read moreunproductive. We turned to Yuruani Olguin Dog Training and started working with Angela Meglio, the Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant at YODT. We are delighted with the progress Lila has made and are most grateful to Angela for helping us with the reactivity. She has made a huge difference for all of us .

The experience and knowledge of long-term dog walkers with the organization of a professional…read morebusiness. Multiple services, competitive pricing, great communication, easy access user portal We're happy customers - they also provided specialized care for our puppy great dane with spinal issues.

Amazing communication and flexibility, they make it easy. all the walkers were very receptive to…read moredoing things our trainers wanted to work on. Highly recommended!

I just met Addison the Dog Walker at Joe Coffee. I thought the dog was his simply because of the…read moreway he interacted with the dog and the dog with him. I chatted with him for a few minutes and he generously shared his thoughts and tips about the competitive business of dog walking when I asked him for that advice. It was a great conversation and I felt strangely compelled in that moment to write this review and snap a pic to capture the moment. Thanks for the chat, Addison. I believe any Chelsea or Hell's Kitchen dog would be lucky to have you as their walker!

Addison has been walking my beloved girl, Molly, for the past few months, and we couldn't be…read morehappier with him. I had had a dog walker who was super unreliable (cancelled on me last minute, lost my keys twice), whose boss nickel and dimed me for everything, without taking any responsibility for any of their wrongdoings. Addison is extremely reliable and communicative. He walks Molly in her group five days a week while I'm at work. I was hesitant about her walking in a group before, but he never walks too many dogs at once, and brings his helper if needed. He sends me plenty of photos, and it's clear that she's having a blast! He really learns their personalities and tells me how she's progressing on her walks and in the group. You can tell that he cares for each individual dog so much! What a relief when I'm away at work every day.

I found Marshall through Yelp and validated this finding through another client of my dog walker's…read more He responded promptly (within the day) via text/email and we were able to immediately get set up for an appointment after I sent him the information. He takes his time, especially with mats, to make sure that his fur clients don't suffer. Molly is always beautiful, but she's come out looking extra beautiful the two times that he groomed her! Marshall has also given me great tips on what tools to use to brush her and how to remove her mats without hurting her. He even sent me a video during the groom to demonstrate. Payment is easy and done via Venmo. Will continue to go back to him!

Marshall did beautiful work on our puppy! He was gentle with him and slowly introduced him to new…read moreparts of the grooming process so he wouldn't be frightened. Obviously, I think our puppy is always a handsome boy - he came back the best he's ever looked. We're so thrilled. Can't recommend enough! Note the before (1st two pix) and after (last two) pix :)

Special thank you to staff Celine and Kiki Neuro texts for…read moretheir loving kindness to our cavalier who endured terrible disc pain related to lower back disc herniating A special thanks to our neurologist DR. VO Whose compassionate care saved my dog's life and made it so that she didn't need tricky L7 S1 surgery Special thanks to Josh at the reception desk who handled our situation with utmost compassion. Most special thanks to my husband who pays monthly trupanion insurance fee. The insurance was very good and coveted 15,000 out of 17,000 bill. Blue pearl accepts trupanion. Trupanion always comes through in emergencies!!! Other insurances are not as readily accepted and the patient's family has to lay out money at the time of service. This hospital called 2 to 3 times a day with loving updates. I called in the middle of the night and special thanks for nurse Erica for calming me down. My husband and I are anxious pet parents. This hospital saved our dog's life. Thank you Dr. VO She put the baby on life saving steroids to avoid surgery and my baby finally got relief from blood curdling pain. Thank you to all staff at blue pearl Thank you Dr. VO

Tell me my dog is doing better, change the original estimate to double (11k) ... and have my dog…read moredie in my arms 20 mins later ... and then have the audacity to charge more for his funeral .... Absolutely disgusting!!!! Stay away from this place!!!

Dog trainer Phyllis Couvares, founder of Follow My Lead, is well known on the UWS--and for good…read morereason. She is not only knowledgeable and experienced, but is warm, kind, generous with her time and attention, and truly invests herself in guiding dog owners to enable their dogs live their best possible lives peaceably together. We reached out to Phyllis for help with our very enthusiastic (some might say maniacal!) young puppy, who was not progressing as well as we'd hoped based on our own training methods. We realized we needed help--so Phyllis was our go-to expert. We arranged for a 3-lesson pack of sessions held at our apartment and also outside, each about a week apart. Each time, she brought new insight into our puppy AND into our ways of working with her. She is very attuned to small nuances in human and dog body language and tone of voice that, with practice, can redirect a bad habit without harsh or needless punishment. She is a strong proponent of positive reinforcement, redirecting "naughty" behaviors, and adjusting strategies as needed. And our pup loved and responded beautifully to her! Thanks to Phyllis, our puppy is now listening and learning better, making more progress than she had made with us alone, and is growing into the sweet, smart, and lovely pet we dreamed of. I highly recommend her for any of your dog training issues. WOOF!

Phyllis is the best, most reliable trainer in UWS! Our…read morecrazy, wild puppy learned so Much and got much better after each session with her! She's very gentle and kind, you could not go wrong with her!!

I cant say enough good things about this company, and specifically, working with Warren. If you are…read moreon the fence about booking a private training package--do it. It is 100% worth it. Before starting our sessions, I was struggling with an over-excited Golden Retriever puppy. I had reached a point where I was losing hope, but Warren completely helped me regain my patience. His calm, expert approach changed the dynamic almost immediately. What sets this training apart is how manageable it is. Warren's training methods are intuitive, and his super detailed recap emails were a total game-changer. They made it incredibly easy to practice on my own between sessions, ensuring that we never lost momentum. Training didn't feel like a chore, and because Warren's methods actually work, it was super rewarding. Ultimately, I feel like I have a totally new dog and an infinitely stronger bond with her. I cannot thank Warren enough for his help. If you want a trainer who truly cares and delivers real results, Warren is your guy!

We reached out to Warren Sears at Shelby Semel Dog Training because our dog was having a tough time…read moresettling around guests, getting overexcited with other animals, and reacting to sounds and animals on TV. On top of that, he had started showing some guarding behaviors around toys and food. It felt like we were constantly walking on eggshells and didn't know where to start. From our very first session, Warren completely put us at ease. He took the time to really get to know our dog and gave us a plan that was clear, doable, and tailored to our home setup. He explains everything in a calm, easy-to-understand way and focuses on helping you teach your dog rather than just correcting behavior. Every time we met, we came away feeling more confident and capable. One of the best parts about working with him is the follow-up -- he sends these amazing session notes that break everything down step by step. Having that written out made such a difference for us when we were practicing between sessions. Our dog has come so far since then. He can actually relax when people come over, stays calm when cats are nearby, and barely reacts to the TV anymore. Even the resource guarding has improved so much. It's been incredible to see his progress, and we feel like we finally have the tools to keep building on it.

Honestly, I was so, SO lucky to find John. I lucked out in being able to sneak myself into his very…read morebusy schedule and I am so glad I did! My very active Australian Cattle Dog mix needed attention, affection and exercise and that included lengthy walks during the day while I was at work. John provided excellent service and my dog absolutely adored him. What really sold me on Pupster/John was when my dog received a nasty bite from another dog and needed medical care as well. John took great care of him and sent me plenty of text message updates and pictures. I never had to worry! What a reliable and incredibly compassionate company. I only wish I could have brought them with me in my move to the West Coast.

From the owner: At Pupster, your pet will receive loving attention and individual, customized care provided by our…read moreprofessionally trained & certified experts. We specialize in dog walking and sitting. We also do basic leash training on our walks. We meet each client personally to determine how to give the best possible care. Whether it's a last minute business trip or a much needed vacation, Pupster is here to save the day! We can bring our services to your home and stay with your pet while you're out of town so they are in their natural and most comfortable environment.

I can't say enough wonderful things about Hannah Richter and the team at Andrea Arden Dog Training!…read more When I adopted Toby, a rescue Shih Tzu mix, I wanted to give him the best start possible. Hannah was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and encouraging throughout our Basic Manners training. She took the time to explain not only what to teach Toby, but why the techniques work, which made me a much better dog owner. One of Toby's biggest accomplishments has been learning impulse control. Before training, pigeons in New York City were an irresistible distraction. Thanks to Hannah's guidance and positive reinforcement techniques, Toby now walks past pigeons with so much more self-control. His overall manners have improved tremendously--he's calmer, more attentive, and much more responsive to cues. The classes were enjoyable, supportive, and tailored to helping both dogs and their humans succeed. Hannah genuinely cares about every dog she works with, and it shows. Toby was so proud to graduate with his Doggy Diploma, and I'm incredibly grateful for everything Hannah taught us. I highly recommend Hannah Richter and Andrea Arden Dog Training to anyone looking for an experienced, compassionate trainer. Thank you for helping Toby become such a well-mannered little gentleman!

Andrea is the best at what she does, hands down. I had hit a wall trying to train my dog myself and…read morefinally gave up. I booked a session with Andrea Arden because she has been doing this for 30 years, and you realize very quickly why she has lasted that long. Andrea reads canine behavior perfectly and showed me exactly how I was messing up the training at home and gave me a clear system to fix our dogs bad habits. Once we got his basic obedience under control, we started doing agility with her just to burn off his extra energy. My dog finally listens, and my house is quiet again. Andrea is phenomenally talented and I highly recommend her.