Britta and Paul trained my rescue Bandit (an Australian Sheperd mix)…read more He was abused and had issues. They helped me train my Bandit. He was very good learner and Britta and Paul had a lot of patience helping me train him. They know a lot about dogs' behavior. I would highly recommend going to their training classes for dogs your dog will love it too!

Paul and Britta of Aspire Dog Training Center are excellent trainers. Their facility in Ramona is…read moreawesome! This is the second time we have gone to them for our dog training. The first time was about 6 years ago with our cockers, Spanky and Liberty. Both Paul and Britta were so good and patient. When our Spanky had a litter of pups and we kept 2 of them (Sunshine and Sweet Pea), we knew we needed Britta and Paul's help with training! Again, Britta and Paul were outstanding! Our 9 month old pups, Sweet Pea and Sunshine, have been taking classes from them for a few months now. They have learned so much and are now Canine Good Citizens! Thank you Britta and Paul!

We adopted a ~3yo male bull terrier mix from a shelter and needed help getting him settled in. He…read moreis nervous around men, especially tall men, and was starting to get very overly protective of our home. "Boot camp" options seemed extreme, so I called Bark Busters (BB), seeking in-home private lessons. Justin responded the same day I left a message, and we talked about my concerns with our new rescue. I decided to try the BB program, which ended up being the BEST DECISION for my pup and for me! Justin set up our first session with trainer/coach James. James spent much of the 1st session going through the goals, objectives and concepts of training, including a timeline based on reasonable expectations of my dog. James spent a lot of time explaining how to "read" my dog's behavior, and how to properly respond. He explained the concepts behind each step, which helped me to understand not just what to do, but why (thus enabling me to understand how to deploy the training to different situations). James also set up scenarios to practice, going through each step so I could gain confidence in what my role is while helping my dog settle. It really is about training the owner how to work with the dog. James provided summaries of each session, plus videos demonstrating how I can use different responses/techniques to reshape how my dog reacts to stressful situations. I saw significant progress very early in the training, and was surprised at how quickly we were able to help my dog understand his role (and to feel safe) in our home. The best part is that if I need more help, I just have to reach out to James/BB and schedule more sessions - this is included in the initial program. Given that it takes a rescue dog a while to COMPLETELY settle in, new issues could arise as time passes, and if so, all I have to do is call to set it up. In summary, Bark Busters is a GREAT dog training program, and James is a FANTASTIC BB trainer/coach! Definitely recommend BB to owners that want help with their dogs!

Justin is so great at giving solid tips and explaining the why behind it. My dog was lunging,…read morebarking, generally tough to deal with on walks so it was a chore and I was legit concerned he would cause an accident one day to some kid on a bike or a jogger. Literally the first hour I saw huge improvement and now I honestly look forward to walking my boy twice a day. Justin checks in regularly and helps with tips like a long road trip and ringing doorbell barking to name a couple recent things.

Krystin was such a joy to work with and helped our Border Collie mix Tilly gain so much confidence…read more Most importantly though we got the tools to help her feel safe and comfortable so she would feel less need to be reactive. The difference has been night and day and we're so grateful for Krystin's effort and her teaching style. If you need help with a pup who needs to gain some confidence and if you want to learn more about how you can help your dog get there she's a perfect choice!

I found Krystin on Facebook Poway Moms through a post asking for dog trainer recommendations…read more Multiple people suggested her so I went with her and I'm so thankful we did! She is amazing and is so knowledgeable about dogs and each time we meet I find more peace with our rescue. Puppies are not easy and we had no idea what we were getting into with a rescue dog. All I want is our girl to be the best version of herself and for her to feel safe in her new home. Krystin not only gives us all the tools to train but gives me confidence it's all going to be okay. We're new to this dog world and after each session I'm so blown away by how much she understands both dog and human behaviors. I HIGHLY recommend her :)

This is our second training. The first was with a different company and the experience was awful…read more This time? The trainers were so knowledgeable, patient and kind. We had our three dogs train today. One of our dogs is a real challenge at times and he was again today. The calm demeanor and experience with the two trainers was so helpful! We are so happy with this overall experience. I highly recommend Pawsitive Principles for your snake aversion training. We will be back in a year for reinforcement.

I was going to write an awesome review. However MilissaK…read morewrote one of the best reviews I've ever read. I agree with everything she said. one thing I really noticed was how calm the trainers were. My dog Bodhi is a bit dog aggressive. Eric started handling Bodhi & he was just a calm as could be. I really appreciate that. The rattle snake avoidance class was not very long but definitely got the point across. Bodhi was moving away from them as fast as he could. I'm very happy with the training.

Rosa was awesome! She was so patient with us and our dog. His aggression was so bad and she really…read morebrought it down. She showed us how to react and not to react when seeing another dog and now we can introduce our dog to others safely. Thank you Rosa!!!!

My dog Beckham is a mix breed and he is 5 1/2 years old and he was trained by Jonathan. With the…read moreamount of time we had with him (we signed up for 9 sessions), he did so much with him/us. We trained both at home/outdoors and at a local park. He was so patient with Beckham, as well as with us. His directions were clear and direct. He was always available even on the phone when we would video tape Beckham on his training, always there to give us great feedback. I also enjoyed the fact that he got all the family members involved (my two kids that are 13 and 21). Jonathan was very flexible and worked with our schedule. We would highly recommend him to anybody that needs help with training.

This place deserves way more reviews. Felt like my little…read moregirl was treated like their own. As someone who has professionally trained under others in the area, I'm leery. Decided to go with the board and train to ensure she was set for success while away on a trip. I can tell you this place is legit, has the skills, and genuinely cares about their guests. First class service and great communication before/during/after. My puppy came in with minimal training and left a star. Sit, down, stay, leave it, more respect with the cats and my resident dog at home, and way more confidence. They have a family dog, there's kids and other family around, chickens, cats, and more to be exposed to + cuddles galore. I'm very happy with my choice. We'll be back for daycare weekly.

Peticulary Perfect should be your first choice for any boarding and training considerations…read more As soon as we started the consultation, I knew I was talking to someone who could take care of my new puppy. From the phone to drop-off they were excellent at staying in contact and making sure everything we needed was addressed. They kept that same level of communication and dedication during our furry friend's stay, which definitely made me comfortable and secure in leaving my dog there. When we picked up our dog, we were walked through everything that was worked on and were blown away. The progress was undeniable. They will tell you what worked, what didn't, and make sure to work with you to plan for you pet's future needs. 10/10. I can't think of taking any of my puppy or senior dog anywhere else.

In October 2025 as a favor for a friend, I agreed to take care of Jeffrey for two months while…read moreJeffrey's sibling recovered from knee surgery. Jeffrey is a male lab mix and was 10 months old when he came to stay with me. When Jeffrey came to stay with me, I already had Koda, a male chow-huskie mix, four years old. About two months into his stay, Jeffrey became my forever dog. Also, at about that same time, Jeffrey and Koda began to get into some bad fights that needed human intervention to stop. My friend had taken her dog to Devotion to Dogs with great results, so I took Jeffrey for training. Jeffrey completed his training about one month ago and no fights with Koda have occurred after the training. Josh was great with Jeffrey and did Jeffrey's home visit. I am grateful and thankful to Josh and the whole team at Devotion to Dogs!!

Ben, the owner, assured me my 160 pound Great Dane would be kenneled in a 6x6 space during the two…read moreweeks he was there for boarding. Pictures show the small space my dog had while he was boarded there, which is definitely not a 6x6 space. He was in this space except when taken out to walk, treadmill and social interactions. In the kennel he had no room to move, stand on even surface or walk or lay down. The bed stayed in there so he couldn't move or stand on an even surface and the bed was too small for my dog as well. I picked him up this morning at 7am and he was in there as well. I am extremely concerned with the conditions my dog was placed in that I did. it consent to. This was not a temporary space for him but where he stayed when kenneled the whole two weeks he was there as the staff informed me there is no larger kennel space than this despite Ben telling me my dog would be in a 6x6 space. Accommodations were discussed and Ben told me my dog would be in a 6x6 kennel but his employees informed me at pick up the facility does not have any 6x6 kennel and my dog was kenneled in the attached pictures and not any larger kennel space. Ben informed me via voicemail the kennel he was placed in was "more than big enough for him." The attached pictures are where he was kenneled and no larger kennel space is in the facility despite Ben telling me my dog would be in a 6x6 kennel. I consented to my dog being in a 6x6 kennel space but was lied to about this by Ben. At pick up the employees told me the kennel in the pictures in the largest kennel in the facility, which is definitely not 6x6. Don't blame the customer for lying about the kennel conditions you placed their dog in. The pictures speak for themselves and this is not what was consented to. I trusted Ben with being truthful and proving g my dog kennel space he said he would get but found out at pick up I was lied to.

I'm new to the area but they were great!!! I received a same day appointment. Very thorough, clear…read moreexplanations and health plans. Very clean and reasonably priced! Made us feel welcomed the moment we walked thru the door! Front desk..Awesome!!!

When I arrived, I was crying and shaking because I was so worried about my cat. They helped me out…read moreand my cat comforted me calm me down and they even helped me carry the cat carrier out to my car if you ever need anything for your pets needs only Adobe animal clinic they are the very best.