Before we placed our male GSD, Moose, into the behavior class he was crazy and didn't listen. He…read morewas a very hyper and independent 1 year old. I had just had a baby and was very overwhelmed by his behavior. I knew we had to do something! I found Mans Best Friend on Facebook and a couple of months later we were on the way to drop off Moose for the 30 day program. 30 some days later when we went to pick up Moose I could immediately tell a huuuuge difference. The trainer came out with Moose and walked him right past us, the whole time he walked right by her side! I was so amazed! My dog was seriously walking next to her and not pulling at all! The next couple hours the trainer showed us everything Moose had learned (the down command and recall). Now that Moose has had this class he is a totally different dog! I feel comfortable having him outside knowing what when I call him he will come to me right away and lay down when I tell him to (and not get up until i say so) If you are considering this trainer I highly recommend her! It is WORTH it. (Photo of my boy for attention)

If you are serious about training with the best in the world and want to work with caring, smart,…read moreand talented staff. Man's Best Friend is the place. You will become the leader your dog needs and the obedience, respect, and confidence your dog will have is priceless. All dogs and humans should train here.

No straight answer on how our dog was killed in this facility. Just more threats. Lots of word…read moresalad on how the videos of a dog less than 40 pounds cleared an 8-foot concrete wall isn't available. Even years later, my phone blows up with all sorts of crazy accusations and stories. It's rather interesting. She's died many ways apparently. My dog was killed in your care, and you did nothing about it but threaten me. The lawsuit backfired due to the threats, and taking away my rights. Didn't pay for her cremation, but tried to put me in prison for extortion because I told him I would not take the review down. Then tried to sue me for 80k...is that what it was? Karma is a beautiful thing.

No training for the people. I brought 2 strong working breed dogs to Chris. When time to come get…read morethem, we were given a 30 minute explanation on how to use the shock collar and a demonstration on them doing a sit, place, off, etc. No instruction on how to continue the training. It doesn't stick if the humans don't continue the training. I'm now paying again (in time and funds) to train them myself. I'm trying DigitalDogSchool with Joel and turning life into a game we play together. University K9 was a waste of time and money.

My husband and I have lived in Santa Cruz, San Jose, Sacramento, and San Francisco, and my pets…read morehave seen vets in all those cities. Orchard Hills Animal Hospital is hands down the best veterinary care we've experienced. We've been loyal clients for 2-3 years with our 2 dogs and 4 cats, and I can't imagine trusting anyone else with our fur family. First Impressions Matter The moment you walk into their newer facility, you feel it - the clean, well-maintained space tells you immediately that your pets are in professional hands. It's the kind of environment that puts both you and your animals at ease. They Stand Behind Their Work What truly sets them apart is their integrity when complications arise. When Pitou developed facial swelling after a dental procedure, they didn't make excuses. They brought her back in, performed the necessary follow-up work, and covered the entire cost. That's accountability you can trust. Exceptional Care for Anxious Pets Our cat Boxi is a former feral with severe anxiety, and the team has been incredible with her. Once I communicated her needs clearly, they stepped up in every way: calming spray in the exam room, pre-appointment calming meds, and soft blankets to help her feel safe during procedures. My advice: if your pet has special needs, speak up and ask. They have the tools and compassion to help, but clear communication makes all the difference. Real Talk No vet is perfect 100% of the time - that's just reality. What matters is how they respond when things don't go as planned. Orchard Hills Animal Hospital takes responsibility, makes it right, and treats your pets with genuine care. The doctors and technicians here are skilled, compassionate, and committed to doing right by your animals. They're our forever vet, and I recommend them wholeheartedly.

Orchard Hills is the best! We take all of our dogs and cats here and they are so wonderful. Thank…read moreyou so much for your professionalism and care!

We've had three grooming appointments for our two little dogs, one of which always tends to get the…read moreraw need of the deal because she's the most docile little thing and it's easy to give her to the apprentice and the inexperienced. So far, so good here. Very responsible grown ups. My doggies like it there and there are no inexperienced rookies messing with my sweet little girl.

K9 to Five was recommended to us for our miniature schnauzer! What a wonderful experience for us…read moreand Buddy! Best grooming he's ever had! Very professional and caring. We will never take Buddy anywhere else!

One of the best dog parts I've ever been to. It's a good 30 minute drive but definitely worth it…read more There are trails that lead in multiple directions so it is easy to get lost unless you have a map on your phone. However, a lot of the trails loop around so if you keep going, you'll eventually get back to where you started. There's a river that your pups can go swimming in and lots of open areas for them to run around. I definitely recommend this place for your pups!

If you can do the drive, or live local, this is the dog park to end all dog parks. Spacious, wild,…read morelots of trails and water, your pup will love it. Haven't had a bad experience here with bad owners (you know what I mean), but some don't obey the leash areas, but again, haven't seen a bad owner or pup here, and we go a lot. That's my take on the general good times. The things that need some work or are just the way it is here are picking up after your fur baby. Nobody needs poop on a trail. And the parking is what it is, if you don't get there before 8 am on a weekend, you may not get a parking spot, as this place is busy. But there's so much space, once you're in, it never seems too overwhelming. Pics may be not part of the official park, but you get the idea. Wow!

Amazing and good! We had a special situation with a rescue dog and she was very helpful. We are…read moreglad we called her!

Paws Down and Julie stepped in when another local training facility refused to tailor a program to…read moreget my dog, Kemper, and I where we needed to go before a last minute move overseas. I am a disabled combat veteran, but do not qualify for a 'service animal' from non-profits because I do not have the 'correct' diagnosis, even though I suffer from the same exact symptoms as those with PTSD. My wife's mother, who lives in Europe, recently had a stroke and my wife has been by her side since early August. If I hope to see my wife at all over the next several years, because of her and my commitment to ensure that her mother gets the care and attention she deserves, we needed to be much closer than the Pacific NW, hence our uprooting. In order to have Kemper fly with me in the cabin on a grueling 10-hour trans-Atlantic flight, he needed some several skills which he was lacking when we adopted him from the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society after six years of being abandoned and abused, for no reason, by one owner after another. Even with his unjust and unconscionable treatment early in life, he is one of the sweetest and dogs I have ever known. Julie and Kemper quickly developed a strong bond and she was willing to work with me one-on-one, tailoring a training plan for both of us to get us where we need to be with just two months before boarding the plane. Having a Master's in Psychology, I am an expert in operant and classical conditioning, but lacked the understanding of how dogs think, so Julie was training both of us along the way. Kemper picked-up on things quickly and me, not so much, but we were compelled to get the job done and succeed in our mission, no room for error. Paws Down is not exactly cheap when it comes to private training, but Julie did not charge for travel time to our home and routinely stayed after the allotted one-hour appointment times. Yesterday, less than two months after starting with Julie, Kemper passed his AKC Canine Good Citizen test and his certificate is on the way, arriving well before we need it for travel to our new home. Thank you Paws Down and Julie for helping me ensure that my support animal and I make it safely to Europe, reuniting our family after moths apart. CombatCritic Gives Paws Down Dog Training 10 Bombs Out Of 10 And A Spot On My 'WALL OF FAME' ... More Bombs Are Better ... HOOAH!

A few months late on this review, but I had to make sure I gave Jared the Cat Groomer the…read morerecognition he deserves--absolute excellence from start to finish. He was amazing with our senior kitty, Gamora ("Gam"). From the beginning, he set clear expectations, giving me an estimated grooming time of a couple of hours--but ended up finishing even faster than expected. Since it was Gam's first time with him, Jared took the time to get acquainted with her and even allowed me to stay for the first 10 minutes or so. That immediately showed me how much he cares about making both the pet and the owner feel comfortable. I had warned him ahead of time that trimming her nails had always been a challenge for me. His response? "No problem." And sure enough--within what felt like under a minute--he had all her nails clipped with zero stress and zero issues. Honestly, the man is a wizard... a true cat whisperer. The entire time, he was calm, gentle, and sweet with her. Gam never looked stressed or uncomfortable, which says everything--especially for a senior cat in a new environment. After a few minutes, he gave me the okay to step out and assured me he'd call if anything came up. Just over an hour later, I got the call that she was ready. When I arrived, she was relaxed in her carrier and looking as cute as ever. Jared let me know she was well-behaved the whole time and that he genuinely enjoyed working with her. You can tell he truly knows what he's doing and cares about the animals he works with. Couldn't be happier with the experience--highly recommend Jared to anyone looking for a skilled, trustworthy cat groomer. Thanks again Jared! We'll be seeing you soon! - Dr. Rick

I was hesitant to take our elderly cat in for grooming because of her age, but Jared completely put…read moremy mind at ease. He was so kind, gentle, and compassionate with her. Every interaction we've had with him has been wonderful, and it's clear he truly cares about the animals he works with. I highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a cat groomer they can trust.

Rebecca was the best! She has a calm, clear way of communicating to both the dog and their humans…read more She gave us tools and tricks to practice on our own, games to build up the our bond with our Brittany and really listened to our major concern from the start which was getting him to recall. She introduced to sporting activities (which is something we want to do with our guy) as she competes with her own dogs. One of the best things was her insight into dogs behaviors, what they mean and how to work with them so both the dog and their people can have a happy relationship. I would highly, highly recommend Rebecca.

Rebecca did an incredible job with my relatively fearful dog. She helped build up her confidence…read moreand had her calmly walking on leash around the neighborhood after just a few sessions. She was so insightful and really helped me to understand what my dog may be feeling and how to best help her work through it. She is an incredible trainer and always professional. I also boarded my dog with her a few times and my dog always seemed to have a great time with Rebecca and her pack. Can't say enough about what a good trainer she is. Highly recommend her!

Paco is a 4-year-old Mini Aussie who is loving, playful, and full of energy. For a long time, walks…read moreand outings were difficult because he would become very reactive whenever he saw another dog. Taking him places and enjoying walks together honestly felt impossible. We decided to enroll Paco in Sit Means Sit, and we are beyond grateful we did. Matt has been absolutely amazing with Paco. He is patient, knowledgeable, and truly cares about the dogs he works with. He always took the time to answer my questions and made sure I had the right tools and guidance to continue Paco's training at home between sessions. The transformation has been incredible. Paco now comes when called the first time, sits in place, and best of all, walks calmly right next to me. He no longer pulls, jumps, or walks out of control. I'm finally looking forward to taking walks with him and can't wait to continue seeing his progress every day. Huge shoutout and thank you to Paco's amazing trainer, Matt!

Well we are two weeks in with our doggie being home and having done a week of Board and Train with…read moreBrian. Prior to SMS, we were having issues with confidence and excitement. He was charging people and dogs while walking ONLY with me. And growling at and even attacked one of our cats, who for reference was his best friend for ages. They'd even sleep together and played a lot. I wanted Miles to get to training before we ended up with him biting someone was my greatest fear. So we picked him up on 4/20 in the morning and went over basics with Brian. Miles was EXHAUSTED for the first few days. Obviously from all that physical AND mental work. But he was immediately different. SO chill. Completely relaxed. By Tuesday of last week (just three FULL days after being home, almost 4,) I was already able to walk him and get Heel, Sit, Down and no reaction to people OR dogs passing with just a 1 tap on the remote. We started with a 3 or 4 the first few days.Miles regularly does GREAT with just this level. We went back on Friday, 4/26 for a session to follow up with Brian. We were VERY pleased with Miles progress as was Brian. We worked on the heel to perfect it and also Tie down, the leash stand and reviewed a few questions. Because Miles was doing so well, Brian suggested that maybe he'd do well with agility work. So he set him up a small course, and put him through it. Well Miles did NOT like it. He LOVED it!!! He had SO much fun. And he was doing AMAZING. He caught on SO fast. So fast rbat Brian sent us specs to build the jumps!! We also worked on high object "place." And Brian gave us lots of tips on that. With it only being 9 days since our pickup and 13 days since he started training, I'd say this was 1000% worth this training. We didn't have a BAD dog but a dog that needed some tweaks and some humans that needed help doing it. Now my husband and I look forward to walks and spending time with and taking him places. And Miles therefore gets MORE time with his people. Ellie, our daughter, LOVES doing "place" and commands with him and Jack, our son, is LOVING agility SO much that he and his dad already started building Miles jumps!!! We aren't very far into this but so far 5 HUGE stars. Thank you Brian!!! Also the office staff has been tremendous. They are responsive and kind and great at following up. 9ur entire experience from consultation to two weeks out is excellent!