0/10, would never repeat. If I could give zero stars I would…read more I paid for a 12 class package for my yellow Labrador. I trended the first group training session which consisted of exercises of slamming a door on your dog's head to keep them from trying to run through as well as using your knee to keep your dog from jumping up on you when they see you. During the session as we were waiting for an opportunity to practice slamming our dog's head in a door, the owner Amy Ammon singled me out (from pop a line of 15 people), approached me and in one of the most condescending interactions I've ever had with another human being berated me and said, "no one is going to do this for you." Yes, Amy. I'm fat and when I take my dog for a walk (or training), I generally don't wear a business suit or even Lulu Lemon athleisure. I'm sorry if my comportment is detestable for you. But you clearly need professional psychological help and have exactly zero business running an animal training facility. Needless to say I did not return for any addition sessions. When I asked for a refund they refused to give me even a prorated refund citing that I was clearly an unfit pet owner. Please for the sake of humanity, the universe, and your pet's, NEVER patronize this establishment.

I have been training my dogs with Amy, Amiable dog training for many years now. I love the…read moreconcepts, training guidance and support given during each lesson whether it be group, private or even zoom, I have always learned something new and had great success with my breeds from Weimaraner, Chesse's and now Bouvier de Flandres X 3 now. I last trained this past summer and continue to use email and text for advice and guidance. Amy will help you get the best success from your dog according to their demeanor, behaviors and training needs. Treats can be used however, it's the trainer's choice and not necessary. What I love is that the dogs are trained with positive praise and reinforcement rather than treats if desired. They learn to respond to your voice and reward of attention rather than being tied to a bag of treats. Corrective collars are used when recommended but not required and not cruel or used for punishment. They are just that. Corrective, a reminder and help with communication. Amy explains and instructs on behaviors and rationale behind the dogs behavior which help you understand your dogs motives and needs more. She really spends individual time with real time feedback to clients. During each class, you will be working with your dog along side others the entire time with short instructions/demonstrations from Amy which means you get more real time working with your pup rather than listening to lengthy instructions and little time to work. I've really enjoyed the classes and have had great results. We tend to take hour dogs with us on many occasions, out to dinner, camping, parks, events and hotels and get much attention from others on how well behaved and comfortable the dogs are in their environment. Kids and adults alike may approach them as well as other dogs, even crabby ones on occasion and they are nonreactive and friendly. I will continue to train every year to keep the dogs engaged! I highly recommend amiable dog training to beginners and advanced as well. I also recommend for a consult for specific behaviors and wellness. Thank you Amiable Dog training for all you do!

Tara had made such a difference with my German Shepard! Well to be honest she is mostly training me…read moreto be more consistent and aware when I'm with her. She is patient and fun to work with and my dogs love her!

Kate is a wonderful trainer and resource for her clients. She recently helped us with our 3 year…read moreold dog, Emma. Emma is a husky mix that has boundless energy and lacked focus. She taught us simple commands and how to correctly use them to redirect Emma's behavior. When the behavioral frustrations were removed from our relationship with our dog, it changed everything! Kate is also always available to answer questions I have related to health and nutrition, and there have been many.

This so-called trainer uses tools that are considered animal abuse and are outlawed in most of the…read moredeveloped world. She ignores the experts and science that say these tools create worse outcomes in the long term and negatively affect the welfare of the dog. Additionally, she advocates for hitting CHILDREN. She is a violent individual who should not be allowed near any living creature.

An honest review. We began taking our 8 month old lab to the Delafield location; staff was…read morefriendly, easy to book, and she loved to go! After taking her there for 1-2 days a week regularly, at pick up, we were told it was not a good fit for our dog, as she is relentless with play, and will not stay away from the other dogs, and they are very afraid she will get bit, as there are "bigger more aggressive" guys in there who could "really hurt her". The worker was very nice, but stated how concerned he was that she might get hurt. Understandable. Our dog will play play play; if a dog is around, she wants them to be her best friend. Upon returning home, I noticed that our girl had a gash near her eye- she had clearly been bit or, at a minimum, was on the end of an act of aggression. It seems the worker was not transparent, as she clearly did get hurt. I ultimately ended up emailing the manager, asking if it was typical policy to effectively kick out the dog who was injured, as it seems counterintuitive to kick her out, stating she is a liability as she won't leave dogs alone, and some get sick of her. It feels as though the dog who is the concern for the act of aggression would be the greater liability. At any rate, the owner responded that she probably incurred the "cut" because she was "annoying another dog". I would have appreciated communication if this was the issue, as nothing was ever brought to our attention prior to this. Just an honest review that if you have an active younger dog, you may want to consider sending them somewhere else where the dogs are divided by age/size/temperment.

I'm writing this review in response to the prior 1 star review…read more No way they take in 100 dogs at one time. At most, I think I've seen maybe 20-25. It's a dog daycare...not a one on one play session. Ben is a great owner and loves dogs. My lab loves coming here when we need to board him. There is no separation of dog size, but why is it needed if all dogs get along? Ben checks for dogs behaviors. If your dog is aggressive you don't stay. We've left our dog up to 10 nights here. Our pup enjoyed his vacation as much as we did

I took my dog here because 14 years ago I had my first dog trained for obedience. It was fantastic…read more I believe there is a different staff there now. First three weeks of obedience training were ok. Training with too many treats. The next two, no training due to the trainer was "sick ". If I were running a business, I would have a backup plan, not have the customer wait. This interrupted the training not only for the dog but for the owner of the dog as well. Finally the third week I was able to go back and the owner decided to step in to do the training with no explanation of why the other trainer was still gone. Why couldn't they step in right away? My dog got screwed on the training as far as I'm concerned. Never going back to this place.

Ally helped significantly with my reactive dog. When we started training he could not walk passed…read moreanother dog (at some distance) without completely melting down. Now, we have very little issue with his reactivity!

my fur baby is so excited when he gets to stay at riverview. very friendly and knowledgeable staff,…read moreaffordable boarding rates for the area. very clean facility. no complaints! ... my only suggestion is that it would be nice if they offered playtime with other dogs.

This is the best kennel to use! I used them for my past dog…read more(after moving here from Michigan) for years and now I bring my current dog. Ginger loves coming here and they take great care of the dogs!! Jennifer is an awesome owner and cares about all that stay there.

Dr. Nick is the very best!! My German Shepherd, Athena, loves going to the vet. We are so grateful…read moreto have him as our doctor. He always goes above and beyond.

On 8/21/25, I brought my 10 1/2-year-old Lab/Boxer, Kammi, to Village Veterinary Care of Merton…read morebecause her abdomen was distended and she would no longer jump into or out of the car. Dr. Robert Patyk examined her and stated her liver felt enlarged and he suspected spleen cancer. In her chart, he documented, "Internal problems likely. Neoplasia?" But after reviewing her abdominal X-ray, he said it showed "no tumors". I later learned an X-ray cannot reliably rule out tumors and ultrasound is used to identify and characterize masses. No ultrasound was recommended or performed. Kammi's labs showed a markedly elevated liver enzyme--ALKP 769 (normal 23-212)--and a very low thyroid value--TT4 less than 0.5 (normal 1.0-4.0). He diagnosed Kammi with hypothyroidism and started her on levothyroxine. (I later learned a low TT4 alone cannot confirm hypothyroidism, since other illnesses can also cause a low result. Free T4 and TSH testing can help distinguish true hypothyroidism but neither was performed.) Four days after Dr. Patyk started Kammi on levothyroxine, she began vomiting repeatedly. Her labs showed a higher than therapeutic TT4 and her levothyroxine dose was reduced by 50%. Although the vomiting improved, Kammi never returned to her normal self. Twice over the next two months, (on 9/30 and 10/20), Kammi's abdomen became more distended and she would no longer jump in or out of the car. Each time, I brought her back to the clinic for bloodwork, thinking her medication dose needed adjustment. Both times, Frank Mahler (whom I later learned was the clinic owner) drew Kammi's blood. At her 10/20 appt., I told Frank that Kammi had lost weight yet her abdomen remained enlarged; he told me that "dogs can carry weight in their bellies just as people do". On that day, he drew an additional tube of blood "in case the veterinarian wanted further testing" and told me someone would call me the following day. No one called, so I assumed no additional testing was needed. When Kammi failed to improve and became noticeably thinner, I asked that she instead, be evaluated by Dr. Michael Aspan. An abdominal ultrasound was finally performed and revealed multiple masses and nodules in her spleen and liver. Less than 48 hours later, Kammi's abdomen was severely distended, she struggled to lie down and stand, and was breathing loudly and groaning in her sleep. It was evident she was suffering. Dr. Kathleen Blessing of Gentle Blessings (an independent in-home euthanasia veterinarian not affiliated with Village Veterinary Care) came to my home to help Kammi pass peacefully. Dr. Blessing said one of Kammi's masses was likely bleeding into her abdomen. She explained the body can often reabsorb smaller amounts of blood (which I believe explains why Kammi's abdominal swelling and refusal to jump had come and gone). Dr. Blessing said larger amounts of blood may not be reabsorbed and can cause severe pain and difficulty breathing. Kammi was experiencing both, and I had no choice but to let her go. After losing Kammi, I carefully reviewed her medical records and wrote a detailed letter to Frank Mahler. I hoped Kammi's case would at least be acknowledged as a missed opportunity to recognize serious disease sooner and improve care for future patients. Instead, I received a written response stating her care met accepted standards and nothing had been done wrong. That response is why I am writing this review. I cannot say whether an earlier diagnosis would have changed Kammi's outcome. However, knowing about the masses--months, rather than days before Kammi's death--would have allowed us to make informed decisions, focus on her comfort, and spare her suffering. I believe Kammi's case involved repeated missed opportunities to investigate the possibility of cancer that Dr. Patyk himself had initially suspected. If your pet continues to decline despite treatment, ask questions and do not be afraid to seek a second opinion. I will forever regret that I did not do so sooner, and I hope sharing Kammi's story can help protect other beloved pets.

Robin is so thorough and thoughtful with the training plan she provided us. We have a pup who…read moreneeded a more specific specialized plan and I'm so thankful to have found her. She was so accommodating to our schedule and came very prepared. Will definitely recommend her to anyone out there.