I have 2 dogs one is a Great Dane / lab mix and a 8 year old golden retriever…read more The lab is. 9 month old dog who was in need of training. He would not listen , wouldn't come when called and would run away. After several training sessions he now comes when called. Sits and will not move until told to. They worked with my teenage daughter so she can control a very large dog now. I would recommend this company to anyone who wants to see amazing results .

Our 2 Bulldogs love them and the training was beneficial to our dogs but even better for me and my…read moreson who were able to train and raise good family dogs. Highly recommended, just know that you must participate and be active in the process.

This is as good as it gets with dog training. Aussie/border mixes are tough as have a tendency to…read morebe high strung and tough to train. Especially ours who has noise phobias. We have gone through 3 trainers with no success till now. Our life has changed so much and more importantly our pups life has changed - she is becoming more confident, more focused. We thought at one point no one could help. Glad we decided to give it one more go with Liz at J&R. It's a bit of a drive for us but it's been worth it. It's changed our lives!

Great, taught me how to control my little lady in a matter of one session. Aggression on leash is…read morealmost completely gone since we've been practicing and it's been a week. I went to trainers before him which were horrible experiences, was told to put down my older pitbull and that she was too old to train, that people wouldn't train her because she's a pitbull, and all Mike's recommendations & teaching helped us turn things around for her. She's now much happier and safer as am I. If you are worried about using a prong collar just test it out on yourself first it doesn't hurt, same with a shock collar, I mean that one stings but it's nothing unbearable which made me feel better about using them on my ladies. Gave great recommendations for the collars to buy. Easy to use.

i had a terrible experience with this place. my dog came back more aggressive & anxious. my dog was…read morealso skinnier than ever. he was caked with mud & had matted fur. he didn't receive any training. i got no advice whatsoever. its been a few years and i still regret sending him here all the time. please don't send your dogs to this man.

I' posting this review so owners are aware of the training style. I used this company a few years…read moreago with a sensitive dog that needed to have basic obedience training, which I explained up front. The trainer who came to my house with a bag full of noisy metal balls and I was instructed to throw it or shake it to make noise when the dog failed a command. This had the complete opposite effect on our dog, and she cowered and became even less able to follow direction. It may be good for some dogs/breeds, but we had much more success using positive methods than asserting dominance.

they came one to our home, spent 2 hours helping us train our dogs. then said they will follow up…read morewith calls and another visit. I contacted them to schedule a follow up, they never came back. wait of a lot of money $$$

We are beyond grateful to the amazing team at Greenleaf Pet Training Resort for everything they did…read morefor our boxer pup Louie. He was definitely a tough one, and there were moments when it felt really hard, but they never gave up on him. They had patience, dedication, and the time it took to truly work with him meant more to us than words can express. His trainers made this entire experience such a positive one for our family, and we are so thankful for all the support, guidance, and care they showed every step of the way. Seeing how wonderful things are going at home now honestly feels unbelievable, and we know it would not have happened without all of their help. A very special thank you to Jake and Paul for believing in Louie and helping him -- and us -- through this journey. The Spinale family is incredibly grateful, happy, and thankful for everything they have done.

***UPDATE: Green Leaf reached out to address our issue and resolved it to our satisfaction. *** We…read morehave boarded our dog at Green Leaf Millstone 2x in the last month. Both times she came home sick and required a vet visit. The first time she had kennel cough. This time we boarded her for a week and she came home down 3 pounds 26 lbs to 23 lbs) and with terrible diarrhea that lasted for days and required another vet visit and medication to address. Zero communication about her not eating or the weight loss during the stay or at pickup. Not sure if it was a case of their lack of attention to what was going on or they just didn't care. We have boarded our dogs there many times over the years but the care and attention now seems to be lacking. I can no longer recommend them.

Pete and his team at Kindred Souls offer a highly structured, no-nonsense dog training curriculum,…read morewith a heavy emphasis on owner accountability. I just completed the seven week basic obedience course with my 8 month-old hound mix, and could not be more pleased with the results. Pete is clear and direct in his feedback, which I really appreciate. Each week's homework is laid out, and Pete constantly reiterates that he is a phone call away if you encounter any speed bumps or need clarification between classes. I was also grateful for the flexibility of being able to drop into class on an alternate evening if I hit a scheduling snag. My pup and I are about to move on to the eight week therapy dog course, and I am confident that we have the foundation necessary to be successful. All-in-all I highly recommend Kindred Souls Canine Center.

I took my 13 year old and his dog for training. My son's father had passed away and he was at an…read moreage where I thought responsibility for a living creature would be a good experience for him. From the first class the instructor was on a power trip. Instead of instruction, only received criticism; the food we fed was wrong, but he did not recommend a new food. He hated the collar and tossed it. Put on another one said he would charge us. ( he didn't). The dog has died the child is grown. My only regret was ever going to this dog trainer who was on a power trip. ( he was recommended by a person whose opinion I respect)

I have trained with 2 dogs with Carlos. My dog and I went…read moreonce a week and it was an all around wonderful experience. Both of my dogs and I learned a lot! Carlos is a wealth of knowledge and understanding... I loved our weekly trainings as did my dogs.

If you are looking for a terrific trainer for your dog, look no further, your search is over…read more Carlos has vast experience training dogs and loves what he does. My 2 year old GSD is now calm in the house and walks like a lady on leash. This is an amazing transformation for my rambunctious girl. I highly recommend him!!

Bam-Bam was well behaved as a result of training. Training skills that I acquired when I joined a…read moreclass at Ultimate Dog which Jean led. Jean helped me train my late 150 lb Bull Mastiff. I still receive compliments from friends and family that remember him. With that said, that was years ago. I took Bam-Bam to Ultimate Dog at 4 months? Maybe slightly older. It was the best decision I made. Jean's style, at the time, was perfect for me and my family. She was clear, direct, and could identify the subtle mistake(s) in my instruction. That was key - to know what you are doing wrong while training your dog so you can correct it. My recommendation is to ask questions and have the mindset that you are seeking to learn how YOU will train your dog and you must put in the time. I recall a dog owner from our class that didn't do the exercises and blamed her Rottie for being disobedient. I don't write a ton of reviews but just had a conversation with a friend and Bam-Bam came up in conversation. Thanks Jean, you made me look good whenever anyone met Bam-Bam.

Jean is a fantastic dog trainer! She trains both on leash and remote collar…read more We opted for the on leash training with our 18 month old German Shepherd as he's really eager to learn and please. We found after 4 private sessions with Jean we were the ones who needed the training as well as the dog! Though he's not perfect (yet) he's well on his way! We plan on taking him to her distraction classes as other dogs seem to be his biggest issue. We've done training with other trainers in Monmouth County and Jeans methods hands down have been the best for us and our dog!

My husband and I brought our four month Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to puppy training classes led…read moreby Nicole and Cheryl. All three of us had a great time!! The first "parents only" class was incredibly informative and was a good way for us to gain some understanding in how our dog thinks and behaves. Nicole and Cheryl were both so incredibly patient with all of the pets and puppy parents. We learned valuable skills and practice often at home! Had we not moved out of state, we would have continued to keep going to classes and socials at Heavenly Hounds! Even with our move, Nicole helped us find a dog training school near our new home to continue working and building on what we've already learned. Can't say enough good things about Heavenly Hounds!!

I am a pretty new customer to Heavenly Hounds, really impressed with the facility and the trainers…read more I have brand new German Shepherd puppy and I wanted to make sure his first year at home is filled with (good)socialization and training. I did some research and found all the amazing reviews for Heavenly Hounds, so I decided to sign up for their puppy social and puppy Kindergarten class. Stephanie is our instructor and she is awesome, always giving advice and willing to answer all my numerous questions. My puppy is learning and I am learning with him as well. Puppy Social is great as well, it's not a dog free for all. The dogs are split up by size and temperament, this is great for dogs who might be very shy or even extremely outgoing. The trainers watch the dog interactions like a hawk and give you real time feedback on what is appropriate interactions and quickly defuse any interaction that might lead to something not positive. I would highly recommend Heavenly Hounds training to anyone looking for a caring and positive experience for your dog.