Archie went to camp with Gina for three weeks and came home a different dog. I'm still a little…read moreamazed. He's a five-pound chihuahua who shakes when someone new walks in the room and basically lived on my lap or behind my knees. I'd worried a trainer would either give up on him or scare him worse, but from the very first day Gina put so much thought into making him feel safe. She texted that afternoon to say he'd already jumped into her daughter's arms. When he barely ate the first couple days and I got worried, she talked me through it and told me he'd come around, which he did. She took him on long walks around the park and the neighborhood to burn off his nerves before she ever asked anything of him. His crate became his safe spot at her house, a familiar place that was all his in the middle of a busy home with other dogs and parrots and training going on. And she started him on tiny, predictable rules, sitting before a door, coming when called, so he always had something he understood to hold onto in a new situation. She explained that for an anxious dog, knowing what to expect is half the battle. She also refused to pick him up every time he got scared, and warned me that part would be harder for me than for him. She was right. Somewhere around the second week he started smiling in the photos. He was hanging out with her little dogs and her family, going on field trips to the park and coffee shops, staying on his place while she walked away, heeling next to her. He knows sit, place, heel and here now, and he does them for me too. The turnover at my apartment took a couple hours and it was real work. She sat me down and explained everything before we ever touched the dog, then had me practice with Archie while she corrected what I was doing wrong. She's kept sending reminders and answering my questions since, including a few dumb ones about shampoo and brushes. Here's the part I still can't get over. We went to a party a couple weeks after he got home, which is a huge deal for Archie. He sat on other people's laps. He licked hands. He barely cowered. Six weeks ago he would have spent the whole night shaking under my chair. Everyone at the party noticed and commented on the change in his demeanor. I was a proud mama that day! If your dog is the anxious type, the one who hides, trembles, won't eat around strangers, or has to be carried everywhere, I really want you to hear this. A lot of trainers are set up for big confident dogs and don't know what to do with a scared little one. Gina does. She never rushed him, never forced him, and never made me feel silly for babying him all these years. She reads a nervous dog and meets them where they are, then slowly builds them up until they can handle the world on their own. That's exactly what Archie needed. I honestly feel like Gina is just getting started with him, and I'm already thinking of when I can work with her again. If you have a tiny, anxious dog and you're on the fence, go with Gina. Archie is a different dog and so am I. Thank you again for everything you did for him, and for me. Archie sends smooches. Sheri

I can't say enough good things about Brandi and Perry Bailey of RSK9. Their work has given my pup…read moreand I so much freedom and balance. Pebbles (blue heeler, 1.5 years old) would never listen to me, would not sit or lay still, and had a lot of other obedience issues that caused her to be stressed or confused. She was a TOUGH dog to train and I was concerned I couldn't find the solution for her to get basic concepts. This view has completely changed since working with RSK9's 3 week program. I would HIGHLY recommend them and their methods - you can tell they genuinely love working with dogs and it's made a huge difference in giving my dog the chance to find real rest at home. They send DAILY updates with photos and videos which was so nice. This isn't a regular class or something you just pay for; it's truly an investment that you and your dog will be using for the time you get to share together. Side note: it's worth doing 3 weeks versus 2 weeks. At the 2 week mark is when Pebbles really started to understand her marks and cues. From here there is so much more that can be refined and Brandi/Perry really capitalize on that threshold being crossed!

Quick response and came during next available time slot- cleaned up well and did a great job in a…read morelarge yard with 2 medium sized dogs-would recommend!

I brought my newly rescued Newfoundland to The Doggie Wash and he had quite a few mats they were…read moreable to work through. They did such a great job on him and I am very happy with how they took their time with him. I will definitely continue to use them!

THE BEST!! I've taken my dog a few places for nail trims…read moreand was never very happy with the experience. Difficult scheduling, judgement over my dogs nervousness. I called The Doggie Wash and someone actually answered:) Ray was SO kind and knowledgeable. Scheduling was EASY - you can do it online or by phone. I took my dog in for her appointment and instead of judgement for her nerves (pretty common for a Chihuahua) Ray and Keriann scooped her up and loved on her. They were beyond kind and I cant say enough about how great the experience was! I'm sure they have lots of clients but they made us feel like their only ones :)

Came into the shelter to adopt a 8 year old Great Pyreenes. We were given the chance to visit with…read moreher. They told us that she was a super sweet and gentle dog, but she had SEVERE SEPARATION ANXIETY and she needed to "gain a few groceries". Despite serious reservations, we decided to go ahead. They told us she needed to be crate trained, but never gave us any instructions on how to do it. They never told us how to help her gain weight. After three days, we brought her back because she attacked me and my mother and proceeded to eat every sweet treat that we had in our house. She obviously had mental and physical problems, and they decided to allow us to foster (obviously hoping that we would spend the money that they didn't want to). Don't waste your time and heart.

very selective and judgmenta! just what you want with a "humane society". my father has tried…read moreto volunteer for the past year and never been given any consideration. extremely rude and dismissive!

I set up a contract for Doggie Doo Dude to come clean up my yard after 7 dogs and 6 months of poo…read morepiles. Needless to say my yard was a disgusting disaster, but it was no issue for the Dude! He thoroughly cleaned my yard and took all the nasty poo with him so I didn't have to deal with it. I'm very happy with the service and am looking forward to weekly cleanings to keep up with my kiddos' messes!

I know we all need medical appointments, but I drove all this way and waited until 10 AM to find…read morethat they were closed until 1:30 PM. And now it's too late to go to my back up dog food location pick up.

I love posh pets. They have a great selection of pet food. They also have a wonderful grooming…read moreservice. Anything you need they can order for you. The staff is lovely and very courteous.

Kittens raised underfoot in a gorgeous farmhouse setting! My Finney is the love of my life!read more

We had a great experience and love our ragdoll. Christina was available for in-person visits and…read morewe were able to see our kitten and visit up until she was old enough to go home. She was prompt to respond to texts. The kittens seem well cared for and socialized well with other cats and dogs. The buying process was straight forward, but she only accepted cash so we had to plan some ATM visits over a few days. We enjoyed visiting the kittens and would eat at the Apple House each time (Christina's recommendation). Luray Caverns is near by. She also gave us good recommendations on where to find pet supplies. Karma has great litterbox habits. She took to the litter robot right away. She is always in our business and follows us around. She is very playful and likes to watch animal shows on TV. She enjoys being brushed and she got along our other cat right away. We greatly appreciated the free pet insurance. Karma fell down the stairs 2 weeks after she came home and broke her hip. The insurance covered the vet fees of $8K! And it was quick - within 24 hours of submitting the claim. We've had Karma for almost 2 years now and she's been healthy and alert. I would recommend Royalist Ragdolls.

I love them. They are so good to my Yorkies Reba and Roxie!…read more And Reba and Roxie smelled so nice! I don't know what they used but my little girls still smelled good a week alter.

I take my dachshunds here to get groomed. They love on them the entire time! They are so great with…read moretaking care of them and my pups enjoy going. Highly recommend!!