We can't say enough wonderful things about Chelle and For Social Graces! From the very beginning, Chelle's expert guidance helped us navigate Level One Good Manners training with our dog, Tubbs, and we were so impressed that we immediately renewed our services to continue into Level Two Good Manners. Chelle is the definition of a consummate professional -- knowledgeable, patient, and warm. She shares her expertise in such a nurturing and encouraging way, which makes both the dogs and their humans feel confident and supported. We especially appreciate her positive reinforcement approach, which has not only helped us train Tubbs, but also helped us recognize and "correct" some of our own human habits along the way! As new pet parents navigating adoption, Chelle has been a trusted source of advice and reassurance. Her responsiveness and kindness have meant the world to us, and it's clear she genuinely cares about every dog and family she works with. Beyond training, we plan to be lifelong customers through For Social Graces' boarding, daycare, and grooming services. Tubbs has already enjoyed a brief overnight boarding stay and absolutely loves his daycare visits! Thanks to Chelle's influence, what started as Tubbs' initial apprehension toward car rides has turned into daily excitement -- he knows that car rides often mean getting to see his friends at For Social Graces! While Tubbs has always been a wonderful dog, Chelle and her team have helped his confidence blossom and his manners flourish, strengthening our bond with him in the process. We also really value the small class sizes, which allow for personalized attention and hands-on learning in a calm, friendly environment. Chelle and her team have truly made a lasting difference in our lives. We're so grateful to have found For Social Graces -- and we can't recommend them highly enough! -- Charley, Michael, & Tubbs read more

We recently welcomed a rescued, reserve, pit bull/ boxer into our home. Chelle and For Social Graces Dog Training is the perfect setting for our girl. Chelle just gets, Lola. We get much than dog training; we are learning likes and stressors for our new companion and how to respond. Going to class is super fun for me and Lola. read more

Chelle and her staff take wonderful care of the dogs in their care. The facilities are kept in immaculate condition, and the employees are dog smart people. Chelle and her staff trained our two dachshund dogs during a two week training/boarding session. Our dogs also go to daycare once a week there. They board our dachshunds and basset hound when we must be away from home. I really can't say enough good things about our experiences with For Social Graces. read more

I called For Social Graces looking for guidance with two anti-social one year old pups.To be fair it wasn't the pups fault-we just don't have a lot of company and failed to socialize them. Cheli was amazing. She came into our home, sat on the floor with the pups and before she left had them taking treats from her hand. She left us with several suggestions to work on in her absence. I'm happy to say everything she instructed has made our pups much more friendly and trusting of others. Cheli was patient and presents a very calm demeanor earning the pups trust. I highly recommend For Social Graces for all your training needs. read more

Service is phenomenal. Our dachshund is in the best hands. He gets so excited to go for boarding. He loves all the people who work at For Social Graces. We feel he is always in the best hands and gets to play with friends. The owner, Chelle, is just a beautiful person who really cares. read more

We sent our 10 week old bernedoodle, Marley, to For Social Graces for their 1 week board and train program. Before she went, Marley was constantly biting and tear our clothes, using the bathroom in the house, among other things. Once we got her back, Marley is like a new dog!!! She is super obedient and is starting to get a handle on potty training. We took her out in public and got many compliments on how well behaved she was for her youn. I am so grateful we found this program and hope to continue using their services! read more

If you are considering training for your dog, don't hesitate to call Chelle!! She is so knowledgeable about dogs and observant of their behavior and patterns. We went over the specific behaviors we wanted to modify (leash reactivity, guarding the front of our house, and staying in his "place" while we are at the table) and it's like we have a new dog! Chelle equipped us with the steps and tools we needed to change those behaviors and continue to make improvements. Well worth the investment! read more

We absolutely love Chelle and Adam. They have the perfect dog boarding facility in Watertown. They have taken care of our Golden Retriever like he is one of their own. Clean, friendly and professional environment. Highly recommend them. read more

Boarding your pets can make anyone worry, but I haven't worried once since my labradors started staying at For Social Graces. Chelle & her team watch, play and care for my pups just like I do. Their facility is immaculate and my babies are audibly over joyed when we turn down their street. read more

Nicole was the best Tranier. She was clam and had a lot of knowledge and she knew what she was doing. I highly recommend Fro Social Graces Nicole for training. read more

We were skeptical about having a dog trainer come to our house to help with a rambunctious puppy. We thought we may be throwing money at someone who would come in and teach our dog to sit, which he already knew. WE WERE WRONG. Dead Wrong! Chelle was the most amazing trainer. The second she walked in she started training our puppy. She stayed on task and focused the entire hour. She left us tips and tricks to use to remedy our handsome handful from eating electrical cords, belts, uggs (haha). After one session with Chelle, our puppy has markedly improved. He has not chewed anything he shouldn't, uses the restroom outside with ZERO accidents in the house, and likes to the play the games Chelle taught us to play with him for behavior modification. This was the best money I have spent in a long time and I highly recommend Chelle. read more

I don't know where to begin. 1st was told that they would immediately start working with my dog on arrival, instead they waited til the last 15 min of the 1 hour visit to meet the dog. 2nd they wanted to see the DOG treats I had AND SHE PUT THE TREAT TO HER MOUTH AND ASKED MY TODDLER OF WE EAT DOG TREATS AND THEN GAVE IT TO HIM (AFTER BEING ON HER MOUTH) AND OF COURSE BEING A TODDLER HE COPIED HER AND PUT THE SAME TREAT IN HIS MOUTH!!! They gave me a handout on potty training, however my dog is potty trained, they just need help when they're excited. Which I explained multiple times, but still they said I need to potty train them with a diaper and make them feel pretty in it. They left without truly even doing anything with my dog only to suggest I book more sessions. Well obviously because the first one was not helpful at all, maybe had it been I would've purchased more sessions. And to top it off when I canceled the next session they asked for the $9 bone back, which they brought and gave my dog on their own will. Makes me wonder how many other dogs had that bone before mine. Very unprofessional, and I do not recommend. $150/hr wasted read more

Chelle and everyone at For Social Graces are amazing. Their positive reinforcement style of training really does work. They were able to help us turn our wild chocolate lab into a well behaved dog who is now an AKC Canine Good Citizen. I highly recommend them! read more

Love this place for doggie daycare! Puppy comes home exhausted from playing with other dogs all day.

The training is the best. One of my dogs has been through the Manners class, and I plan to take my second dog too, then both to the Manners Application class. I'm so pleased with the outcome! read more