Starr Chumard from Lorenzo's Dog Training Team helped us with our previously deviant goldendoodle,…read moreChewbacca. He would spend hours at a time standing in our living room barking at us and had us at wits end. He would pick and choose when he wanted to listen and when he wanted to do his own thing, and he was so terrified/defensive of other dogs, we worried whenever we took him out where other dogs would be. Now, Chewbacca is a top-notch gentleman. Starr not only taught us and Chewy lots of new commands, more importantly she taught us how to handle him and how to take the lead. Chewy has not only completely transformed in listening to us, but he is also now substantially more comfortable around dogs he doesn't know - something we never believed would happen. What Start was able to teach us and Chewy was absolutely life changing for all of us - thank you Starr!

Starr has been a godsend! There is so much to be said about how amazing this training has been for…read moremy boys. I always thought that my boys listened well. They've always been good boys. I had no idea just how much better they could be. Starr has brought us a much more relaxed home and for that I am eternally grateful. A couple ways our life has changed: Everytime I had my windows or doors open my boys would bark at the slightest noise whether it be a car, person, or their shadow. I am now able to sleep with my windows open for the first time in 6 years. My neighbors can be outside and I can have my doors open and my boys no longer bark incessantly. I can now sit on my porch with my boys and enjoy my neighborhood and evenings without my boys going crazy and trying to run all over. My boy Cache used to act like a mongrel walking on a leash. We were unable to take him anywhere. He's literally torn pads on his feet trying to get into the vets office from pulling so hard. Since the training, I am able to walk Cache into the vet, get a weight on him by myself, and Cache will actually lay down and wait to be seen. We used to have to wait in the car and carry him in. We recently brought the boys out for icecream and multiple people have commented on just how well behaved they are. A couple months ago we would have never heard that! In January my boys had a difference of opinion about the ownership of a bone and my boy Damian had bit my Cache. Cache understandably had some trust issues. I felt as though I was walking on eggshells thinking they were going to have continual issues. Starr's training has brought my boys back together and have strengthened their bond with not only me and my husband but also with each other. They are starting to play and cuddle with each other again. "Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do."- Edward Everett Hale Starr's training works! My whole house is much calmer and I have a renewed confidence in my boys and also myself. I feel much more in control. Training was hard work and dedication but my boys are worth it! Thanks to Starr's training my heart is full of happiness with all of the success we have achieved and no words can truly express just how grateful I am...

We had a dog for many years and he when he passed away we decided we would get a puppy. Of course,…read morewe thought training Maggie our new dog would be easy. Were we ever wrong. We booked an appointment with Tony when Maggie was about four months old. The transition was unbelievable. He explained to us how dogs think and taught use how to correct bad behavior. In addition to teaching Maggie, Tony taught us what we were doing wrong. I feel it was well worth the cost and recommend K-9 Academy to anyone who is looking to get training for their dog.

When we adopted our puppy we searched for dog trainers in our area and found K9 academy in…read moreClarks-Summit. I'm so glad we enrolled in Tony's classes at K9 academy because now we have a obedient dog and the confidence to continue with his training throughout the rest of his life. Most people are nervous to bring their beloved pets to trainers for fear of training to be too rough on them, I know we had our concerns when looking into trainers. Tony is very careful and shows you how to properly correct your dog from bad behaviors without hurting them like some of the other extreme methods for dog training. K9 academy charges a fair price for such a great experience, training and confidence you get with training your dog. I loved the fact that if I have questions even outside of class at anytime during the day I can call him for help and he will guide us in the right direction. You can't get that kind of service from any corporate pet store that offers dog training. Tony also never tried to up sell us on any kind of equipment for training or classes that he felt we didn't need. Tony's very passionate about his work and you can really tell his love for dogs when you meet. K9 academy offers so many different class everything from basic obedience to bomb sniffing training so it's easy to find something right for you and pursue your dogs training as high as you'd like. Our puppy is now 8 months old and is an extremely well behaved and gentle dog. Tony will forever train our dogs as we adopt more of them. If I could rate this place any higher than 5 stars I would. Thanks K9 academy.

Casey is an amazing dog walker and pet sitter. She's been reliable, flexible and loyal to my Benny…read more Best part is how much he adores her. I know he's being treated like family when he's with her and trust her to take great care of him. I highly recommend her!

Casey is AMAZING. She trained our 3 month old puppy, Parker and now he does overnight visits with…read moreher. He always comes home happy, better trained and exhausted from playing! Casey is easy to schedule with and has been incredibly flexible (especially with pick up and drop offs!)

I'm writing this as the web designer who built this business's website and managed their online…read morepresence for over 4 years -- not as a typical customer. What I experienced was a client who terminated services without the required 30-day notice, left an unpaid invoice, revoked our site access overnight, and then launched a new website built on the design we created -- a design they have zero legal rights to. There was no courtesy, no communication, no accountability. Just silence and theft. I genuinely invested in this business. I cared about its success. I gave honest advice, put real strategy behind their growth, and went above and beyond because I believed in what they were building. This is how that was repaid.

Starr and Jamie have exceeds my expectations. I adopted my dog Zoe from a rescue. She was saved…read morefrom a horrific situation only 3 months before i adopted her. She was extremely fearful and anxious. Zoe today is a completely different dog...thanks to K9 Freedom. She is happy, feels safe and WAYYY more confident. I can't recommend K9 Freedom enough.

We bought a 12 week old puppy for my daughter for Christmas. It's my first pet as well as hers. We…read moredidn't get through the first weekend without the puppy biting, chewing and nipping us constantly. It was very frustrating and painful. I called First Class Canine and got a call immediately from trainer, Beth. We signed up and she was able to get our first class in within a week. We saw results immediately and have since signed up for a second round of training. Our puppy is 5 months old now and we elected to keep up his training because of the remarkable progress and all that Beth has and is still teaching us as pet owners. Jack is now the love our family and has a bond with our 5 yr old that I never imagined possible when we first got him. Beth is very knowledgable and knows how to get your dog to do what you need it to without using force or any cruelty. I highly recommend this company to anyone with a new dog or old dog that needs training in anything!

From the owner: First Class Canine has a CBCC-KA and CPDT-KA who is well versed in training and canine behavior…read more From basic training to aggression- we can help!

Dog training.... I can't say enough how wonderful Nikki is! She is an amazing dog trainer and will…read morehelp teach you how to train your dog so he can really be your best well behaved friend. I first met Nikki back in the late 90's when i had 2 cocker spaniels go through her training. They were great dogs because Nikki played a part in their lives. We used her training techniques throughout their 16 & 17 years. My most recent contact with Nikki has been in relation to her latest litter of Vom Evolution puppies as I have been thinking about getting another dog. I completely trust Nikki, her experience and proven results. Her knowledge and experience specifically with working line german shepherd dogs and all dogs in general makes her one of the best trainers and resources in Pennsylvania. You should also know that she has won many awards, titles and competitions through her hard work and dedication to all dogs and the german shepherd breed. I am editing this to add that Nikki's training facility is spotless. It is easily one of the cleanest animal facilities I have ever been to. She takes pride in her work and it shows.

Want a people person get a psychiatrist. Want a dog person get Nikki! She's the best trainer I have…read moreever experienced. Small dogs, big dogs, problem dogs, want to learn the basics, or want to get into competition level training you will not regret having her expertise. She is wonderful and she teaches YOU how to train your dog. Dogs are so smart and they know what they can get away with and with who so when you get home you know what to do to have a pet your puoud of and can enjoy. I can't tell you how wonderful your experience will be. Then have a dog that you love without the resement or fear makes a perfect holiday every day.

We've adopted 3 dogs from Al. Bear and DC went through protection training here as well. Al has…read morewonderful dogs and does an amazing job training them. My current puppy Goose was born here in November 4 and is starting his training today! They also have a great boarding facility and grooming facility. Would recommend Al to anyone looking for a Shepherd.

Boarding is great. I take my dog, a husky, there all the time. He seems to come back so happy,…read morewhich is a good sign. :-) ********HOWEVER******* DO NOT groom your dog there. The groomer and boarding are separate. The person who does the grooming it a separate entity than the owners of the boarding and training. The groomer SHAVED my HUSKY in WINTER. Who does that. I clearly stated what I wanted; a normal brush out, clean up, and trim where needed. I guess that meant shave my WHOLE dog. NEVER AGAIN. I don't think I will ever groom him again to be honest. I would rather do it myself. He is very healthy and a happy pup but seeing him like this is heartbreaking. so BOARDING is great, Training even better... but GROOMING --- DO NOT groom your dog there. On the positive note the shave and cut down was a good job, so if you are looking for that than go. If you have a husky or longer haired type dog... DO NOT.