Such a great company- always giving back to the community and the shelter animals…read more They have a great energy and compassion towards the dogs they work with. I first met them at an adoption event where they partnered with the Martinez animal shelter. They gave complimentary baths to all the shelter pups at the event. Even my foster pup- Susannah. They even put an adorable adopt me scarf on her and promoted her on their page I have been sharing their contact info with friends and neighbors

I loved their rattlesnake awareness training. So great to offer this for the community. They were…read morealso very good with my rescue dog who had his first grooming with them and wasn't too sure about it. I also love the fact that they volunteer to groom at the CC County shelter. As someone who does rescue, I know what a difference a grooming can make for a dog who is looking for a home.

My two rescue pups and I have done a few group classes at MDDTC (Family Dog 1, Intermediate…read moreObedience, and the Tricks & More). These classes were a great way to meet my goals of brushing up on the basics, and to keep my home training interesting by learning other ways to strengthen the bond I have with my dogs. For me, the classes are even worth repeating to simply be able to spend some quality time with my pup, and while around other people and their dogs. The instructors have been very supportive and informative, as well as the facility is a conducive environment for dog training. Worth checking out to see if they meet your training or competition needs!

Just finished Family Dog 1 class. It's a basic class that is helpful for new dog owners, people…read morewho.ha ent taken a training class before or has a new dog. They teach some very helpful things and add in some fun things along the way. They have other classes forvyhose who want to continue with more advanced training.

Karin is outstanding! I got my pup, Goose, back in August 2022 and couldn't wait for him to be…read morevaccinated to join her program. As soon as he was able we dropped him off for his free training consult, that's right, I said FREE. Who does that? Well, Karin does. I cannot express how much Goose has learned while attending day training with Karin, not to mention the fact that she has been amazing at helping me and my partner navigate through some rough patches in his normal behavioral development from puppy to adolescent. I love that I get updates throughout the day with pictures and the activities/training that are being done and to see Goose enjoying his time with dog friends too! Every time we go to drop off Goose is beside himself with excitement to see Karin, which is a clear indicator to me that he too approves and enjoys his time spent there. The long and short of it is, I would recommend Karin, and do, to anyone who is looking for an amazing dog trainer who has compassion, patience, and an amazing understanding of dog behavior!!

This place is amazing! Karin is so knowledgeable and will help with answering all your question…read more Her whole team is amazing with my Louie. He loves going to daycare there and it is the ONLY place I trust him with. You want your doggie loved on and learning check out Karin at Good to the Bone!!!

Wish I could give a 10 star! Absolutely a night and day difference from before and after with our…read morepup. Alex is wonderful! Knowledgeable, patient and always positive. Couldn't be more happy and more thrilled with all of Alex's hard work!

Working with Alex at Canine Insight Institute has helped me understand my dog's behavior and needs…read morein an accessible way. His approach is positive and supportive, and he is great at encouraging and keeping us on track when we encounter hiccups or new challenges. Beyond obedience and day-to-day behavior coaching, he's training us in scent work, which has been an excellent activity to funnel Sydney's boundless energy and drive. He's done such a good job that we passed all three scents in our very first ORT! All this combined has allowed Sydney and I to bond and have more fun together.

My rescue dog has had issues with dog reactivity from his time at the Shelter. The issue got worst…read morewith him becoming reactive to anything moving after his PTLO surgery and his diagnosis with early onset arthritis on his two front elbows. We went through 5 trainers and it was to the point where I was so desperate I was considering hard core old school training with choke collars etc. We lucked out when we found Kelly and Shane. Shane has worked tirelessly with us every week for a year now and none of my friends recognize my dog because of how calm and composed he is when they visit. Some even asked me if I adopted another dog with he same coloring. He has progressed so much on his reactivity to moving targets that I can now even consider when we will be able to walk in public with dogs around without him barking or lunging, something I had given up for years now.

From the owner: Mighty Mutts Dog Training provides in home services. We specialize in fearful dogs, dogs with…read morereactivity issues (leash reactive to other dogs or people), human directed aggression, anxiety and general manners. We have years of experience working with all breeds and use humane, science based positive reinforcement methods. We cover central Contra Costa, east Contra Costa and the Tri Valley areas. Visit our website for more information.

I have been taking my dogs for agility classes at Diablo Peak Dog Sports for a few years now. This…read moreis a professional and safe place to learn and practice the sport of agility. The owner/instructor has been in the field for many years and really knows what she's doing and teaches the sport in a positive way that makes sense and where you see results. It's super fun too!

Wonderful place to train your dog for agility. I have been going here for over a year and my little…read moreCavalier King Charles has made great progress along with me. A very positive dog trainer with a great deal of knowledge on how to train for agility. She has the credentials to train and after going two other places this by far is the best place and I would not change. If you want to participate in competition here is the best trainer to be with. If you want to just have a good experience with your dog also the place to go.

I came in right before Halloween to get a few treats for my foster pup. She is suffering from a…read moreskin condition, so she needs medicated baths 3x a week. Dressing her in pjs has also been helping her be less itchy. We got Matilda the cutest pjs here- I love haw easy they are to put in- no snaps, just pull over her head and then put her back paws in. We also got her some yummy/ healthy treats and some new squeaky toys I appreciate that they put holiday items on sale a bit before the holidays so I can dress up my foster pup and post her on the shelter's social media Plenty of parking and the store appeared clean and well organized

I was really impressed with their self service pet washing station. Normally I take my dog to Pet…read moreFood Express for baths, which if remember correctly cost $18 for 25 mins. I don't live near a Petco with the self service dog wash so when I saw that this location had it, I gave it a try seeing that my dog was overdue for a bath. For $20, I think theirs is a pretty good deal. There is no hard stop when it comes to time, their tubs are slightly lower which made it easier for me to reach over to bathe my dog, and their blowers worked well. They have store provided shampoo/conditioner, a silicone scrub brush, and towels. I brought my own shampoo and did not use the ones provided so can't comment on how well they work but it looked pretty watered down. The area itself was a little old but clean.

I cannot say enough about Dan and his skills as a dog (and dog parent) trainer! I adopted my dog,…read moreDoug, from a golden retriever rescue in March 2026, believing he was a golden retriever mix. From the very beginning, Dan gently pointed out that Doug might have more cattle dog in him, based on his markings and behavior. When the DNA test confirmed Dan was right, it gave me a whole new understanding of my sweet boy. Doug turned out to be a beautiful mix of cattle dog and other herding breeds, and that insight has made such a difference in helping me understand him better. Dan has been incredibly patient--not only with Doug, but with me too--as I've learned to recognize Doug's triggers, better understand his behavior, and figure out how to help him thrive. Dan's experience with stray and rescue dogs is extremely valuable. Doug is such a sweet dog, about 2 years old, with plenty of puppy energy still in him. He's affectionate, eager for attention, and wonderfully responsive to training. Dan has helped me learn how to channel Doug's energy in positive ways and appreciate just how smart and spirited he really is. Doug keeps me on my toes, and Dan has reminded me that patience and consistency are some of the greatest gifts I can give him. After just three in-home sessions with Dan, I've already seen such encouraging progress. Doug is doing beautifully--he's a star at the dog park, walks nicely on leash, and has learned to respect the boundaries I've set around attention and behavior. Things like digging up the backyard and jumping into my face have stopped, which has been such a relief. Dan's guidance has made a meaningful difference, and staying consistent with the lessons has been key to Doug's success. Dan's availability by phone or text is a game-changer as I don't have to wait until our next scheduled visit to get guidance if new, unexpected and undesirable behavior arises between visits. Next week marks Doug's and my three-month anniversary together, which feels both exciting and emotional. We still have more to learn, but I'm so proud of how far we've come already. I'm grateful for Dan's support and look forward to continuing this journey--helping Doug grow into the very best boy I know he can be.

What an amazing team. So helpful. I was struggling with my German Shepard rescue. They helped me…read moreget him under control and happy.

Chris, the owner and trainer for What's Up Dog, has incredible knowledge and understandings of dog…read morebehavior. He demonstrates best practices and then gives us and our dog valuable feedback as we learn the techniques. Our 1 year old lab learned key commands such as "off" and "wait" our first lesson with Chris. This was absolutely key for us. Now she's walking without pulling. We do use an electronic buzzer, sparingly, to guide her first attempts. Chris includes it in his price. We love that Chris comes to our house, and once a month we meet up at Hidden Valley Park with his other clients so our dogs can improve their social skills. We like that Chris charged us one flat fee and his work is guaranteed, for however long it takes. He's been generous with sharing social skills training with our dog's twin sister at the park. Make life with your dog an exceptionally pleasant experience by hiring Chris.

Chris is awesome! We got a new puppy back in June and soon after we got her we got in touch with…read moreChris for basic training. She responded so well with his ways, and as owners so did we! After about 4 months or so after we "graduated" we started having some behavioral issues with our puppy. I texted Chris to help us with these issues and he responded right away and booked a session with us that same week! He really knows what he is doing and is great to work with! I HIGHLY recommend him!

Thank you PFE for your kindness today with our 3 adoptable pups from CCAS. Your team is always so…read morewelcoming when we bring in dogs for socialization and a much needed break from the shelter Today we had Joshua, Reese, and Suga Mama soaking up the love and attention First they got to go shopping for yummy snacks and chews, and toys, then they each got a puppachino. Your store is always well stocked and clean. The bath station is so wonderful- our shelter pups were in great need- and walked out looking amazing- freshly squeaky clean and anxiously awaiting their future homes

Love them, service great. Nice people, ask them anything…read more They have helped me with finding what is needed to keep my McNab happy, thank you