My puppy loved her trainer Ria from day one ! She enjoyed walks, hikes, play time , training and…read morecuddles! I felt very good about leaving my puppy while I was at work. She followed meal plan I wanted to keep the puppy on. She made sure she was warm in her winter clothes for hikes. And kept all her belongings clean and organized. My puppy's behavior had a great foundation because of dog house training. She will be returning for end of summer sessions. My puppy as a bonus also learned to skate board !!!! Highly recommend !

If you are looking for a dog trainer, look no further! We worked with Ria for our sweet pitty and…read moresaw SO MUCH IMPROVEMENT. Ria taught us tools that were invaluable - how to understand our dog's body language, how to snap her out of her reactivity, how to socialize her properly with other dogs and more! Ria also provided us endless tools such as various collars and leashes so that we were able to try different ones in our different sessions to find the one that helped us the most. Prior to training our dog, had a lot of anxiety around other dogs and was quite reactive. Now that we have understood her body cues, how to handle her with the proper tools like our leash and collar, our dog is living a totally different life. We can take her off leash and know she will obey to her commands/ listen. This has opened our dogs, horizons, and our horizons to new adventures like hikes, new dog friends, and more. Scheduling with Ria could not be easier. She was extremely flexible and communicative. We knew if we reached out with any questions during our training process she would respond right away with a text or a call. She consistently gave us feedback on how we were doing our homework as well and gave us tips and tricks along the way she really adjusts her training style per dog and her expertise truly shines. We could not thank Ria enough for all of her training and would recommend her to anyone !

Thanks to Nate's patience, consistency, and dedication, Caddo is truly a different dog. He's now a…read moresweet, loving boy who gets along beautifully with our other dog--something we never thought was possible. They can now relax together off-leash in the same space, and we finally feel like a whole family again. One of the biggest breakthroughs came when my dad visited. The first time they met, Caddo tried to bite him. After working with Nate, Caddo not only behaved during the next visit--he actually approached my dad for pets and affection. It was a night-and-day difference, and such a huge relief. We've only been training with Nate for a few weeks, but the results have been life-changing. I can now bring Caddo out in public--to parks, stores, and more--all because Nate pushed us outside of our comfort zone and supported us every step of the way. He helped us save a dog that everyone else gave up on, and we are forever grateful.

Nate was sent to me through the shelter I adopted Saint (AKA Cujo) from and I couldn't be happier…read more He was patient, resourceful, knowledgeable & reassuring, which I needed. I only spent a short period of time with him, but he knows his s&*t!! I highly recommend him & will certainly be calling on him again.

I used Dog Guard in 2006 for my home in Westtown. Although I moved away last year in 2017 and my…read moreprecious Emma passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in 2015 I still highly recommend Chris and Dog Guard. When Emma was less than a year old she was running to and from the neighbor's house where I was chasing after her constantly. The final straw was the day that she came in contact with her future boyfriend Tully boy. I did not know that Tully boy was harmless at the time but it scared me enough that I ran all the way home and went right for the Yellow Pages. LITERALLY. True story. It was then that I had an opportunity to talk to Chris and about a week later he installed the invisible fence by Dog Guard around my 2-acre property. He also installed the monitor in the flower beds and in one room inside (where I fed the cats). The training only needed to be done once because the second time Emma wanted no part of it... She took one look at Chris and ran in the other direction.... Which means she got it from GetGo LOL not that I'm laughing really because it's sad to see your dog get zapped for the first time. But she never got zapped again. Once those yellow flags are up the dog wants no part of trying to go through them. Emma would always stay 5 to 10 feet away. Needless to say she never went through it except one time when I was on my bicycle and drove past the end of the driveway down the street. At that time though she didn't have the collar on. In her defense she was just probably a nervous wreck not wondering where I was going so she took the risk. She never wore the collar after about the first 6 months. She didn't need to. Most dogs don't. The first thing I will be doing is calling Chris to install another invisible fence after I get my next home and before I get my next dog. Note: over the years of having my dog fence I needed revisions from time to time because when I was cutting the hedges I sometimes accidentally cut the wires and Chris would have to come back. So really, he kind of became a family friend and a trustworthy source.

Great to deal with. I had an invisible fence installed by Chris and it's worked without problem…read more They are very professional, reasonable and pleasant to work with. Some time after the fence was put in someone accidentally damaged it, Chris was quick to respond and fix the fence for me. I definitely recommend working with them!

I can't recommend Nancy at Know Your Dog Training highly enough…read more After doing extensive research to find the right trainer, I'm so glad I found Nancy. From the beginning it was clear that she has a deep understanding of dogs and brings a calm, confident, and professional approach to everything she does. My dog Kane completed a training program with her, and I was extremely impressed with the experience and the results. Nancy takes the time to truly understand each dog and provides the kind of structure, guidance, and consistency that helps dogs thrive. Since then, Nancy has also become my trusted go-to whenever I travel. Knowing Kane is in her care gives me tremendous peace of mind. He always comes home happy, relaxed, and well cared for. What really sets Nancy apart is the level of attention and personalization she provides. This isn't a typical boarding situation -- she genuinely gets to know the dogs she works with and creates a thoughtful, structured environment for them. Nancy is trustworthy, caring, extremely knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what she does. I'm very grateful I found her and would recommend Know Your Dog Training without hesitation to anyone looking for a skilled trainer or a safe, reliable place for their dog while they're away.

Nancy was referred to me by another trusted dog trainer I worked with in the city, and I'm so glad…read moreshe was. Having a city dog isn't easy -- our 4-year-old Wheaten Terrier (female) has tons of energy, a stubborn streak, and some anxiety and reactivity issues around other dogs. We were looking for help with leash training and overall confidence, and Nancy was the perfect fit. From the very first interaction, Nancy was professional, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. She clearly loves what she does and cares deeply about every dog she works with. I enrolled our pup in a month-long board-and-train program while I was getting married, and Nancy made the experience completely stress-free. She stayed in constant communication, sending regular updates, photos, and videos that showed the progress and the specific behaviors being worked on -- plus advice for us as owners to reinforce at home. When our dog came back, the difference was night and day. She's calmer, more responsive, and walks beautifully on a leash with far fewer distractions. Her reactivity around other dogs has improved dramatically, and she seems much more confident overall. Even after the program ended, Nancy went above and beyond -- she included additional follow-up lessons at no cost and still checks in to see how things are going. Her board-and-train setup is amazing too: the dogs aren't kept in kennels but get to enjoy the outdoors, sunshine, and plenty of attention and enrichment. I can't recommend Know Your Dog and Nancy enough for anyone looking for dog training, board-and-train programs, or boarding with a personal touch. Nancy truly changed our dog's behavior -- and our lives -- for the better.

Had the best time training with Michelle! After so many other dog trainers turning down training…read moreour Belgian Malinous, she was more than willing and so kind and patient with him. I was amazing to see how smart and willing our dogs were to her training! and even with all masks on she was able communicate efficiently with us and the dogs! We adore Michelle and Barkbusters!

UPDATE: Michelle is a very nice lady who obviously cares a lot about her job and the dogs. I still…read morefeel that this method isn't best for all dogs, but I do believe it's useful for some. She also offered a full refund; however, we settled on an amount I felt was fair for her time. I think it would be nice of BB offered a different, less strict training method for the average dog. My previous review was based on my own experience. I'm sure others have found this method useful.

Family, neighbors, and strangers continually comment on what a well-behaved and sweet dog our…read morelittle Sierra Bear is. I smile gratefully and accept the credit. But none of this would be possible without the exceptional guidance and personalized help we've had over the past several years from the team at Good Dog. Do yourself a favor, and sign up for class today. You won't regret it! Here's the reality... I had no idea how to train a dog. I thought it was something you do for a couple of months, and maybe you get a dog that listens to you. But Anne's approach of really helping dog owners understand dog psychology and effective techniques for breaking skill-building into bite-sized chunks helped me reshape my thinking and develop the patience and consistency needed to get an incredible result. I never dreamed that I could have a dog that listens as well as Sierra. How well does Sierra listen? Well, her recall is so good that she came running up 2 flights of stairs when I previewed the video I chose to include in this review. Just from the whistle in the video. I thought that kind of behavior was outside of my abilities to achieve. But Good Dog helped me realize that training a dog doesn't have to be a burden -- it's a lot easier than you think. It just requires consistency and a bit of oversight from a knowledgeable expert. Point is... You could have this for your dog, too!

We have been coming to Good Dog Pet Training for just over two years now and we still love it. We…read moreattend group classes on Saturdays. Anne has been so helpful in teaching us so many things. Our dogs are certainly much more well rounded because of it!

Dave is the nicest guy and super responsive! I texted him at 10pm with a question, didn't expect a…read morereply until the next morning and he replied right away! From the moment we called to set up the appointment our experience was wonderful! Friendly service on the phone and friendly service in person! We have a new puppy and tried the Halo system, but it was awful in our woods. The boundaries were never consistent and getting help consists of scheduling zoom calls which don't always work so basically you are on your own and we couldn't take the chance with a new puppy. Physical fences were outrageously expensive (one place quoted us $17K for 250 feet)! We decided to ask for recommendations for an electric fence and EVERYONE recommended Dave and now I see why! We called on a Monday or Tuesday and had an appointment for Friday! They were constantly in contact with us and have remained that way even after installation! That's a huge plus in this day and age when people seem to vanish after the sale! I'm thrilled that we found this great local company and very happy with how reliable it works and how well the puppy is doing with it! Our senior dog is 14 and he's doing great with it too! One warning and he quickly turned around and headed back to the house!

Dave is super responsive and helpful. Offered lots of advice on the fence and thorough training…read more Understands the demands and tolerances of different dog breeds and was able to provide helpful suggestions and recommendations. Highly recommend!!

Well I'm glad she prove to be who is she prior to us hiring her! Unprofessional and thinks she…read moredoing you a free service lol! She also very rude and doesn't know what customer service means. She should give it up!

Robin is simply amazing and loves my dog's like they are her own. I've called last minute and she's…read morefigured out a way to help me. I even called her once when I was locked out of my house and she came out to get help. That's above and beyond her job. I've used her for like 12 or 13 years now and I'm so thankful for her.

Make me pretty grooming is the only place I will ever bring my dogs ! I highly recommend Olivia,…read more she does an amazing job on my large golden doodles. They go in looking like dirty pigs and come out looking like a show dogs

If I could give a place 0 stars I would. Here is a before and after. This is my GERMAN SHEPHERD…read morethat they shaved completely. The lady called and asked if they could CUT her back legs because it was knotted, told her absolutely (as they have done this before with no problem) they never called and asked me if they could shave her. I call the next day and she tells me on the phone that it was all one piece. And that bathing her was taking too long, I'm sorry we're paying you to groom the dog, I don't care how long it takes, then proceeds to say that she's "never shaved a German before" so why did she shave mine? Absolutely disgusted and appalled. Save yourself the trouble and take your dog somewhere else because they did her so dirty. I'm sorry is she a poodle??? WHO DOES THIS??? I am LIVID.