We were very excited to hire Matt to help us train our GSP. Our main concerns before hiring him, as…read morewe told him, we enduring our dog does not become reactive, aggressive, and does not attack children as we have two young kids and children coming in and out often for events. Our first visit Matt told us his dog attacked his child on three different occasions. This didn't sit well with us AT ALL, but we decided to try a second session because we paid $580 and obviously wanted to get what we paid for. The second session I mentioned how our dog was very nippy and I'd like advice how to stop that. During this time he informed me his child just had a birthday party and his wife knew not to do it, but she let their dog out of the crate and he attacked a child. Matt seemed more concerned about his image as he said that it was embarrassing because everybody knew what he did for a living. This didn't sit well with me AT ALL and after discussing with my husband, we agreed that having a dog trainer who owns a reactive dog that attacks children can't possibly give us the tools we require to ensure our dog doesn't become like that. If he's unable to control his own dog then how can his advice and training rollover to his clients dogs? We hired Matt on false pretenses. Had he been upfront and honest with us that he had an out of control dog, then we would have never hired him. He refunded 1/3 of our payment due to him being uncomfortable working with us due to our concerns, which is laughable as we shared valid concerns. We 100% deserve the full refund since he was dishonest when we hired him, because no he could not give us the tools required to ensure our dog wasn't aggressive towards people or children since his dog is reactive dog. I'm truly disgusted by his business and for what he charges for 3 sessions considering he can't even train his own dog. So hire if you want, but be aware Matt has a dog in his home who attacks children so if that's the kind of dog trainer you want then go for it. I personally would rather hire a trainer who can control his own animals though.

Matt came and spent several hours helping me find ways to train my recently rescued 6 year old…read morebeagle/American eskimo mix. He responded to my email quickly. I still have other appointments to schedule for other issues I need help with. Matt was very professional, yet personable. I enjoyed the time I spent learning from him about my dog and how to make him the best dog he can be.

Laura was great to work with. I loved the convenience of her coming to our home. She also teaches…read moreYOU had to train your puppy rather than you watching her do the commands. She leaves you each session with flash cards of the tricks and methods so you can continue to teach even when she is not there. Highly recommend!

I have known Laura for over 11 years when I got my very first dog, Roxy, a Border Collie. Laura…read morealways gave me good advice as Roxy always wanted to herd cars and we practiced agility with her. Laura also helped me with obedience training when I got my second Border Collie, Scout. She then helped me gain his focus when we started Scout's agility training. Laura takes the time and will work with you and your dog to develop a good relationship between you and your canine companion. If one way doesn't work, she will suggest alternatives to work through a situation. She is compassionate and will always end a session on a good note. I highly recommend TLC Dog Training!

I had no idea that training your dog was the secret to creating a close bond with your dog and…read morehaving a well behaved pet that doesn't pull you down the street. Plus who knew that there is a whole world of fun sports that you can do with your dog! The SI Companion Dog Training Club is a non-profit and has been in existence since 1947 totally run by volunteers! They must be doing something right-Highly recommend!

Let me say if you want to have a well-behaved dog, this is the place to go! I'm constantly being…read morecomplimented on how well behaved my dog is. The trainers at The Staten Island Companion Training Club are responsible. They've taught me how to communicate effectively with my dog. Remember that training is a daily event, not just once in a while. I've felt so supportive on my journey that I joined the club. Everyone there is AWESOME! I travel from New Jersey and pay the toll but boy is it worth it. You not only learn training but also can learn about various dog sports like Rally, Obedience, Therapy Dog, Scentwork and Agility. They also offer Canine Good Citizen (CGC), and Therapy Dog certification testing. If you want to build a relationship with your dog, this is the place to be!!!

Louis and staff are excellent providers and trainers for the dogs under their care. My daughter and…read moreI have both had positive experiences with Camp K9.

Apparently they don't like questions about their place; They blocked my number..I know they did…read morebecause my number is the only one that couldn't get through!! And NOTHING is wrong with my phone! But after reading the reviews I see they did me a favor.

We absolutely couldn't be happier with Linda at NJ Fix My Dog and the incredible transformation of…read moreour dog Millie. As first-time dog owners, we tried our best to train Millie on our own, but it just wasn't cutting it. We constantly struggled with obedience and her inability to listen to us, intense pulling when we went on walks, jumping, getting mouthy - the list goes on and on. We felt defeated and insecure - but as soon as we talked with Jean and Linda at NJ Fix My Dog, we felt hopeful! They assured us Millie was the kind of dog that could be helped, and they'd be happy to step in.  Throughout Millie's 2 week bootcamp, we received frequent updates from Linda on Millie's progress, photos, and videos. We missed her but we knew she was in excellent care and learning so much everyday. After the 2 week bootcamp, Linda brought Millie home and we were in shock at how well-behaved, and well-mannered suddenly became. The day she came home, Linda spent over an hour with us going over what Millie learned and how to work with her going forward. She also gave us a full document with an assessment of Millie's overall behavior, how to continue to enforce what she learned, and how encourage her along the way.  Before bootcamp, we dreaded going for a walk with Millie because of how she behaved when she saw other dogs (pulling toward them, whimpering, getting anxious, etc.), and how she walked in general (tugging and zig-zagging the entire walk). Now she walks like an absolute DREAM! Right at our side, a nice little trot, ignores other dogs, people, squirrels - everything! We could walk her all day long now, and we look forward to all our walks! Millie used to ignore us when we called for her, or told her "no" if she was doing something we didn't like, but now her recall skills are excellent and she runs right over to us when we call her. She doesn't even try to attempt the bad behavior she used to do, like jumping, getting mouthy, etc., and instead happily relaxes. Her overall demeanor used to be just a little bit intense, always on the lookout for something to get into - but now she is so calm and seems at east with herself. Linda worked WONDERS! We learned so much about Millie through this process, and we truly feel comfortable with what Linda taught us to help Millie be her best self. We feel like we have the tools we need, and the confidence. We feel the support of NJ Fix My Dog now even after Millie is back home - we know Linda is just a call or text away if we need any help.

It was clear from the one simple telephone call with Jean that she is the dog angel/pet owner…read moresavior we needed. It was a blessing and pure pleasure inviting Jean into our home and training us and Vinnie our new 8 week old American Brittany how to properly behave in a family. Jean is confident, knowledgable, compassionate, and dedicated in creating a happy and healthy environment for both dog and owner. I was a memorable and educational experience, Jean we thank you so much!

I highly recommend Ruffin it Ranch. Just boarded my English Bulldog there for a week, and it was a…read moregreat stay. He's very spoiled and not boarded often, so I was concerned about finding the right place for him. The staff is very friendly and responds to any calls or emails throughout the stay, also explaining all the options and costs before check-in. The facility is very clean. The staff handled my dog's special diet and daily medication. You can get extra playtime sessions with other dogs or alone. Upon pickup, everything was neatly packaged, including bedding and extra food. He was in great spirits when I picked him up and looked great.

Ruffin it Ranch is the perfect place for Doggy Day Care! My pup got lots of attention, a lot of fun…read moreplay time and the best care possible! Mike has a big heart, genuinely cares for all his "four-footed" patrons and aims to please! You can't go wrong with Ruffin It Ranch and your pup will definitely want to come back... 5 Stars!

Karin has been through so many different experiences with dogs. Her training experience is…read moreextensive. She is reliable and excellent. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dog trainer!

Karin is an excellent trainer. I contacted her for help with our nine-month-old puppy after doing a…read moregreat deal of research on local trainers. Her reviews were all positive and consistent in their comments, and her rates were listed and extremely reasonable. Karin responded to my inquiry within an hour and we had a scheduled phone call that same evening. She came to our home the next night. When she arrived, she quietly observed our new puppy and our nine-year-old dog, and then gave us detailed instructions on what she wanted us to do. She also had us try some of those instructions while she was still there to guide us. At the end of the visit, we scheduled another session for two weeks from that date. Things are already so much better in our home. Karin got right to the root of our puppy's issues and quickly came up with a plan for us to execute. She is a great communicator and just made everything seem doable. Most importantly, our dogs responded to her immediately. She clearly understands dogs and likes them. It was easy to see that, for her, it was about them as individuals, and not about a set method that she adheres to. From our first conversation, I could see that Karin loves what she does. She is curious, observant, and determined to find a way to help her clients and their dogs to understand each other better and to build relationships based on trust and consistency. She just calms the chaos that having a puppy can sometimes lead to! Do not hesitate to turn to her.

Adam was wonderful! Having a 3month old Cavapoo was new for me.I needed a trainer who could help me…read moreas well as my puppy! Needless to say Adam is very versed in what was needed for the both of us! I would highly recommend him for training !

It was a complete disappointment that came with a heavy price tag. Mike, the owner, supposedly an…read moreexperienced dog trainer, during our first meeting, deliberately "forgot" to mention that the training of a 5-year old dog should be or might be different than training a puppy. The results spoke for themselves. However, he was quick to demand the full payment, which exceeded $2,000, without any recourse. In a nutshell, we were made to prepay a stranger we met only 20 minutes earlier, who was giving us a typical sale "shpiel" of his company being the best around. What a lie! Apparently, the love for our dog made us forego requisite due diligence and caution in choosing a dog trainer. There was no methodology as to how to train our dog most basic functions. For example, while the first trainer, Dana, kept feeding our dog treats every 2 minutes to make him compliant, the second trainer, Shan.... (forgot her full name) abandoned the "feeding" practice, but suggested to cross the street if the dog was pulling in a different direction during the walk. Contrary "techniques" between the 2 trainers were obvious. After 6 sessions and countless walks and "in-home practices" with and without trainers, our dog did not learn much (in fact, he regressed) and we gave up on Michael's Dog Training because we saw no progress. We realized we were wronged. Bottom line, we strongly do not recommend this business.

They match prices, they deliver and load your car for pickup! Other establishments, you have to ask…read moreto have your feed loaded. I've been a customer for over 30 years.

I always have a great experience with the staff here. Last time I went I was able to snap a free…read morepicture of my dog with the backdrop set up. They often attend local events and give coupons. I'd reccomend shopping here for treats, and toys.

I had hired Alan many years ago when I had an anxious dog & the visits I had with him were pleasant…read more& professional and less stressful on my dog because he saw her in his office/RV. I have no idea what has happened since then. I am moving abroad, & called Alan two weeks ago to get gabapentin & health certificates for my two cats to prepare them for travel. In the midst of the craziness of moving, I had forgotten to let him know I had moved across town since last I saw him, which had been a while. When they called to say they were there, the minute I saw the street empty, I knew I had forgotten. I immediately attempted to contact him to let him know my mistake. After attempting to text & call a few times and nobody answering, I waited for him to call me. He eventually did, I apologized & gave him the correct address. Then, instead of hanging up or putting me on hold, he put me on mute. So, for the next few minutes, I got to hear a shouting match between him & his wife/assistant about why Alan didn't confirm my address, & was there parking on my street, & I am calling out 'hello?' but they clearly don't hear me! And points to the wife, because yes, you SHOULD ask to confirm the address of a client you haven't seen in years since you ARE making house calls! Anyway, the wife calls back & I explain to her there is plenty of parking on my street, I am only a couple of minutes away, & BTW, I just heard their argument. In the meantime, they tell me last minute they want to see the cats inside my house instead of in the RV, which I wasn't prepared for and the house is a mess because I am moving. So, they end up examining my cat in the bathroom! I still have no idea why they did this. Finally, we begin to discuss medication, & I want gabapentin in transdermal form, since according to me, knowing my cats, & since according to my pet transport, who does this for a living, that would be easiest & least stressful option. During this convo, the wife has to keep telling Alan to be quiet & let me speak, because he keeps talking over me! Also? The wife/assistant is incredibly unprofessional throughout all this. Yelling, swearing, and going off on tangents about her personal life. It was madness. Alan also pushes back against my request, saying a capsule would be more effective, & I capitulate, since one of my cats does take a capsule, & I think a capsule MAY work. Needless to say, when I get the medication a couple of days later, it does not work. I text Alan telling him this & asking again for transdermal. He pushes back AGAIN saying I should try liquid this time. I say I KNOW liquid won't work because my one cat just spits it back up. In the meantime & throughout this entire process, Alan keeps asking me REPEATEDLY if I am sure about the paperwork I have asked him for, & I have to keep repeating myself, that yes, the paperwork is fine. He IGNORES me, & during this text exchange decides to do his own research & sends me links about travel paperwork that is not relevant to my situation & giving me advice I didn't ask for & know for a fact is incorrect. AND he doesn't call in a NEW prescription, which now needs to go to a compounding pharmacy & will take longer for me to get. I now hear nothing from him all day, so I text & email him again, literally BEGGING him to please just send in a Rx for transdermal gabapentin because that is the best option for me & my cats & my moving date is next week & I need this now ASAP. I give him the website of a compounding pharmacy I already use. So, the next morning, I get a text from Alan saying the website I sent him 'didn't have any information about what they offer & there is no contact info' which is completely INSANE. I sent him the website of a LOCAL pet compounding pharmacy, ofc they have gabapentin available & there are contact numbers on the bottom of the page. So, now at my wit's end, because did I mention I am in the middle of an international move? I just text back, 'try X pharmacy, then'. I get a text back that he will call it in that AFTERNOON. At this point, I have given up. I make an appt with an online vet, get the transdermal gabapentin Rx in 10 minutes, & then fax the Rx to all the local pharmacies I can find so I can get this medicine on time. In the meantime, Alan does NOT wait until the afternoon like he says, & tries to call in the Rx to the 'X' pharmacy I mentioned to him earlier. So, when he called, an Rx for me is already there from another vet. He texts me this, & then complains 'I wasted his time.' What is that saying? Every accusation is a confession? Because I'm pretty sure Alan wasted a business week of MY time by: 1. ignoring my request for transdermal in the first place, 2. doing extra work & research no one asked him to do instead of doing what I WAS ASKING & HIRING him to do. TL;DR? Avoid this guy. The only thing he has got going for him is he does housecalls. Otherwise, worse than useless. Made an already stressful time more stressful.

I am mortified by the review below and don't even know what to say or what caused it but I do give…read moremy sympathies as I feel terrible. As far as my own experience, I used the Dr. from when he had his own practice at Community Animal Hospital in Union Beach for many years. Tired of a brick and mortar he went "on the road". He is very busy with patients and have to call ahead to book an appointment. Granted, if your pet is very ill I would not go here. This is more for lesser issues. The MD. is very knowledge and well read on current diseases and issues. His wife Maria, does manage the appointments and tries to keep the show running smoothly, however I'm sure if you want to speak with the MD instead you could just ask to do same and she will give him the message. The Vet coming to the house is great for someone like me who has a cat that hyperventilates just at the thought of going out the door. If the MD thinks the issue is beyond his pale, he will refer you to a specialist, but will do something in the meantime. He can take blood tests, has meds on board, cut nails,weight, etc. Unfortunately with Covid rules you have to leave the animal with the MD and can't board the bus FOR NOW, but when that changes, it will be very interesting. Maria is quite funny and the two of them together can be quite the comedy show and you'll never get off the bus with their stories and antics ( Don't forget to ask Maria about the talking parrot story). I hope you come away feeling about them the way I do.