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 have 2 large dogs Milo & Dukie, an American Bulldog and an Italian Mastiff. Both dogs were…read morerescued as adults with issues. After trying the first trainer on recommendation and finding her to be a disaster, I looked online and found Keith. He had a number of good reviews so I thought I'd give it a chance and try him. When he came in he seemed very passive not at all what I expected. After explaining his philosophy on the way he trains dogs. He started to recondition Milo & Dukie without pain or treats. He also explained how dogs look at people. Dukie's big problem was that he jumped on people when they entered the house, he is 145lbs and would knock people over. Milo had a real attitude problem he nipped. Within 2 hours he had changed the dogs attitudes, it was an amazing transformation. You can now walk into my house without being jumped on or nipped. Its still a work in progress but what an amazing difference. He has made our lives a lot easier. Thanks Keith. Great Value.

we hired Bark Buster Dog Training for our aggressive pitbull puppy. I kept reaching out to our…read more trainer and letting him know that the puppy was getting more and more aggressive. His reply to us was to throw bigger water bags at him. Needless to say, it ended with the puppy not only viciously biting my husband, but then myself. severe. wounds on my arms and legs what's needed immediate medical attention. We paid a lot of money for Bark Buster and they were completely useless. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THIS COMPANY. I'm sure I won't be able to get a refund for the months that we didn't use. this was a totally horrible experience we had to surrender the puppy.

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.

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)

My husband, myself, and our our mini Australian Shepherd puppy, Atlas, have just finished a Basic…read moreObedience class with Kindred Souls, run by Pete, after going through puppy kindergarten here as well. I name all of three of us as finishing this class because at Kindred Souls, the owners take part in their dog's training. Previously, we brought our French Bulldog, Harlow, to basic obedience classes at Kindred Souls nearly seven years ago; and we knew as soon as we got a new pup, Kindred Souls would be our first stop. Pete is truly incredible at his job and has such an understanding of all types dogs. We truly appreciate how he puts the responsibility on the owners and his program is set up to set the owners and dogs up for success- as long as you listen to what Pete is teaching you. We've watched dogs that were timid and recently rescued come out of their shell and complete the training program like a whole new dog! Pete will not let you take shortcuts, which is what you want from a trainer, in my opinion. There's also weekly homework's provided in basic obedience, which are really helpful in making sure those in class stay on top of what they learn in class each week. Pete's also always available to his clients, which is so beyond appreciated, & helps showcase his true consideration for your pup. Pros: Pete is SO knowledgeable of all dog breeds and personalities and K.S. offers a variety of classes Our dog, Atlas, cannot run into Pete's classes fast enough! We're looking forward continuing classes with Pete and learning even more!

When it comes to buying or boarding a dog, trust is paramount. You want to know and feel that all…read moreof your considerations are being taken into account. This is completely understandable. But let me get to the bottom line. You wont find a more competent, caring, and considerate dogman than Carlos. His energy goes into the dogs. If he comes off a bit terse its because hes spent his entire life perfecting the breeding, training, rearing and showing of countless numbers of dogs. Hours and hours each day he's at it. And its a grind. Its very hard work. Early and long days. But he does it because he loves the dogs, period. Almost two years ago I visited Carlos to tell him what I wanted in a new pup. I had owned, trained and bred many dogs throughout my life and so of course i too had many questions. But to make a long story short, Carlos acknowledged what I wanted and said he'd get me a good pup. He got me a great pup. And hes a Ruckus!!! Trust Carlos and try to set aside your worries. I know its hard. But Carlos is the best and he knows what you want. He wants it too, probably more.

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.

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.