This is the second time I've used this company because Hudson did such a great job with my two male…read moredogs, when I found myself bringing home an energetic one year old female, my first thought was to get Hudson over here to help me. And after only one meeting with him, I'm very glad that's what I did. He gave me a clear and understandable plan, each part of which made perfect sense. And while I have to get some equipment, like gates in doorways to keep my older dogs apart from the new baby, the suggestions Hudson made that I could implement immediately are all helping our new addition be in more comfortable and happy.

Hudson is the best trainer for all dogs. He worked wonders with my boisterous australian shepherd…read more I have a fully trained, well behaved dog! As a veterinarian, I am very choosy about trainers. He is remarkable and I've personally seen what he does with tough, "untrainable" pets. He adopted a very nervous aggressive pit bull and she is now a complete delight to work with at our clinic. I recommend him completely!

Jacqueline is an awesome trainer and her programs are so much fun for both dogs and their humans…read more Leia has taken Beginning and Intermediate Obedience in the park and Leia and Chewie have both gone to Puppy Socials at the studio. We are currently working on taking the CGC - Canine Good Citizen test for Leia. I like the option of lessoning in the park where there are more distractions for the dogs. It's also nice that the dogs can mingle before or after class (I've been to another trainer where all the dogs were petitioned off and cannot see one another). Her class is easy to follow and I love how at the start of each class, she asks how everything is going and if there's something specific that people need help with. If there is, then we'll start with that, if not, then we do a quick review and start to learn something new. Time goes by in her classes because we are all having fun! If you have a dog that is not ready to be with a group of dogs, you can still attend! She'll have you and your dog be further away from the group so you can still see/learn. I have seen my friend's dog, Max, go from a dog that just barks the entire time in the parking lot to a trained puppy in the main group! Her methods work and they work right away, but you do have to keep practicing with your four-legged friend. You can't expect to go to her classes once a week and have your dog trained. At Puppy Socials at the studio, there are two groups, one for small dogs and one for bigger dogs. She and her assistant will monitor the dogs and make sure that they are not being too aggressive or teach the shy puppies how to make their way out to shine (and they do after taking a couple of Puppy Social sessions!). You can also session private socials with just a couple dogs in the studio. Jacqueline loves animals and has extensive knowledge of them. She always puts the animal first. She has degrees in Exotic Animal Training, Animal Behavior Management, Wildlife Education & Sociology. She's very flexible with scheduling and will help make timing work for her clients. I highly recommend Jacqueline and LA Dog's Trainer to everyone!

A New Chapter has began. After the departure of Bentley shy of his 15th birthday, we have opened…read morethe door to Belu Moana. A blue mini Doxie full of Spunk and attitude. Already after 2 classes witn" Tatie Jacqueline" we can already see the difference . Easy parking in the back of the studio, separation of the dogs by size in the puppy play time. Love it Also great selection of toys and tools to train you puppy available there.

Honestly, I probably wouldn't be leaving a one star review if Jeff had asked a single question over…read morethe hour we spent with him. Our somewhat complex issue wasn't addressed in any helpful way. A good guy to call if you're unsure how much water to give your dog. The answer however, will cost you 100$ (Even if that's not why you called).

After moving to California I wanted a dog being so far away from home. When I got my pup I did what…read moremost puppy parents do. Shower my pup with love and scooped her up every time I walked in the door. Unfortunatly this created a lot of anxiety for my pup when I was away from her. I looked to Jeff for help. And Jeff worked wonders with my pup! With his guidance, we tackled clinginess and separation anxiety, turning it into a positive transformation. Jeff's training tips made discipline and obedience a breeze. Now, our bond is all about love and having a happy, well-trained furry friend. I can't thank Jeff enough for making me a better puppy parent. Highly recommend his expertise!

Bob had his first agility training class here and he absolutely loved it!…read more Justin is a fantastic trainer -- super patient, knowledgeable, and great at giving clear, helpful tips. We're excited to keep coming back and see how Bob progresses!

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience has honestly been one of the most…read moredisappointing customer service experiences I've had in a long time. To start on a positive note: the instructors at Zoom Room Sherman Oaks are wonderful. They were kind, patient, knowledgeable, and great with my puppy. I truly have nothing negative to say about the training staff themselves. Unfortunately, management completely changed my perception of this business. When I first reached out about enrolling my puppy at just 3 months old, Diego was extremely responsive, accessible, and accommodating. At the time, it felt like he genuinely cared about helping me get started early and setting my puppy up for success. Looking back now, it feels more like the priority was simply making the sale. I purchased a 20-class package and completed about 10 sessions before I was involved in an accident that medically took me out for several months. Once I recovered enough to return, I was excited to continue training and finish the remaining sessions I had already paid for -- only to suddenly be told that my classes had "expired." Here's the issue: nowhere during the sales process do I remember this being clearly explained, nor is it something that stood out on their website when I enrolled. Had someone transparently told me, "These classes must be completed within X amount of time or you lose them," I would have understood the terms upfront. Instead, I was left feeling blindsided after dealing with a serious medical situation that was completely outside my control. What made this experience especially frustrating was how differently I was treated once I needed help instead of making a purchase. Diego suggested I contact the Culver City location because they are corporate-owned and might be able to approve an exception. Their staff was incredibly kind, empathetic, and accommodating. They even told me they personally did not understand why Sherman Oaks would not work with me given the circumstances surrounding my accident. Unfortunately, because Sherman Oaks is independently owned, Culver City could not override their decision. At that point, it became increasingly clear that Diego simply did not want to accommodate me. Communication suddenly became difficult. Calls to the office repeatedly went straight to voicemail for days. Messages went unanswered. The number Diego originally provided me to text him through stopped working entirely. Eventually, I called from my office phone instead of my personal number -- and magically the call finally rang through and Diego answered immediately. That moment honestly confirmed what I had already suspected: it truly felt like my number had been blocked to avoid speaking with me. That is beyond unprofessional. When I finally spoke to him, he initially pretended not to know who I was before quickly changing course and stating that "they" would not approve an exception. When I politely asked who "they" referred to, he avoided giving a direct answer. I asked for justification as to why a customer recovering from an accident could not simply finish sessions that were already paid for, especially when another Zoom Room location agreed the request was reasonable. His response was essentially: "Then go there instead." I have been nothing but polite throughout this entire process. I have supported this business from day one. Every class visit included additional purchases for my dog. Yet the moment I needed basic understanding and compassion, I was treated like an inconvenience. Eventually Diego admitted that he had made previous exceptions for me related to cancellations that were also outside my control. Somehow, instead of those accommodations demonstrating reasonable customer service, he used them as justification for why he would no longer help me. That mentality says everything. A good manager understands that life happens. Accidents happen. Medical emergencies happen. Especially in a business centered around pets, people, and community, you would hope kindness and empathy would matter more than rigid policies selectively enforced after payment has already been collected. This entire experience has completely changed my perception of Zoom Room Sherman Oaks. Again, the trainers are fantastic -- but management can absolutely ruin an otherwise great business. He told me that I could speak with Jillian (which I imagine is another manager), but he ended with, "but she won't be approving you either." I would genuinely appreciate the opportunity to speak directly with the owner of this location because this experience was handled terribly from start to finish. Until then, I would strongly encourage potential customers to think carefully before investing large amounts of money here. Based on my experience, the customer care disappears the moment flexibility, compassion, or accountability are needed.

Incredible service, great communication and flexible to accommodate our puppy who loved it.read more

Wow! I don't even know where to be good. We got recommended happy puppy LA by one of our neighbors…read morewho said it was by far one of the best sporting experiences she's had in the greater LA area. We are so glad we listened. After our Dog Walker wasn't able to watch our dog over the Thanksgiving holiday, we were desperate to find somewhere that cared and loved our pup as much as we do. Happy puppy LA and their entire staff was an absolute dream to work with. They were accommodating, responsive, and very proactive and handling what became a scheduling nightmare due to an unfortunate last-minute stop at the emergency room for our dog before heading off to boarding. The staff worked tirelessly over the Thanksgiving holiday to make sure that our dog, Rosie, got the care that she needed. The daily Pupdates were always our favorite part of the day, being away from her, and let us see that she was well taken care of. Could not recommend happy puppy enough, if you're looking for a kind, responsive, thoughtful place to board your dog looking further .

Daryl Young is the absolute best trainer and coach! He helped me train my dogs to get titled in…read moreFrench Ring. We worked hard and had a blast! My home is safe and secure because I have amazing Dobermans I trained with Daryl!

If you're looking for a dog trainer you can stop right now. Daryl Young's training is the answer…read more You can tell he loves what he does and is extremely knowledgeable about his field. I can't thank you enough for taking time to help me diagnose my dog's issues and help me solve them. I will always recommend your company to dog owners. Thanks again!

Top-Tier Master Trainer! Brett transforms crazy dogs by training the owners.My German Shepherd,…read moreLucy, was in a shelter for over four months before I got her at around eight months old, so you can imagine how completely chaotic, spastic, and misbehaved she was. I was entirely overwhelmed and at my wit's end trying to manage her behaviors. When I hired Brett, I'll admit I fought him along the way on some of the training protocols--but in the end, he was correct about EVERYTHING. The most vital thing for difficult or frustrated dog owners to understand is that Brett's training isn't just about fixing the dog; it is primarily about training YOU, the owner. He provides an exceptional structure and leadership framework, but it only works if you are willing to check your own habits, get on board, and consistently follow through as a pack leader. His methods are incredibly kind, humane, and highly effective at correcting severe behavioral issues. Today, I am so incredibly happy with how my once-crazy dog has turned out. Thanks to Brett, Lucy is a wonderful companion who listens perfectly, handles major environment changes like moving to Downtown LA beautifully, and doesn't react to other people or animals anymore. Having her in my life has truly become the amazing journey I always hoped it would be. If you are willing to put in the work on your end, Brett is absolutely the best master trainer you can find!

Brett is fantastic. We have worked with many different trainers to help with our rescue pup Teddy…read more(3.5, labradoodle) with little to no lasting success and we were starting to worry. Teddy a sweet pup but struggled with anxiety, reactivity, resource guarding and was VERY sensitive to being touched and would often lash out or try to bite. We were really worried about how to help him and how to curb some of these bad habits we'd no doubt reinforced with our own behavior. When I called Brett for the initial consult, he was patient, understanding but also honest and direct about the time and effort it would take and the changes we would have to make to have a real impact. We were open to the feedback and committed to making a change in and out of our home. WOW. We've been working with Brett consistently for 3 months and Teddy is like a new dog. He is calmer, happier, more obedient, and much more confident and tolerate of being touched (especially on sensitive areas like his paws!). Our friends and family have all been shocked at the noticeable difference in Teddy's overall demeanor (happier and calmer!) and behavior. Our groomer asked us what had changed as he was so much calmer and happier to deal with. I want to be clear this is no "magic pill" we put in the work but with Brett's guidance and structure, we cannot believe the results. Teddy is of course still a work in progress and we have more work to do, but seeing the progress he's made in such a short amount of time with Brett's thoughtful approach has been so exciting. Brett truly understands dogs and their psychology and this makes him a true expert. Just know that part of the training process is training your pup but also training yourself to adjust your own behaviors to create a positive outcome long term for everyone. We cannot recommend Brett enough!!!

I can't believe it's been over 10 years since I started working with Anthony on my dog's dog…read moreaggression issues. Not only is he my dog trainer, he's been there for me over the years as a safe person to leave my dog with when I'm traveling. When my dog got really sick last week due to possible cancer and nearly had to be put down, he was one of the first people I thought to let know what was going on. I'm grateful for him being in my and my dog's life. P.S. Every bad review I read, someone didn't understand their contract and had expectations they shouldn't have for what they were paying. Read between the lines!

Anthony is the absolute best dog trainer in the entire city (and the world, honestly). I watched…read morehim train my friend's pup a few years ago and have been waiting for K9 to be back up in full operation (which is back to normal operation now) since they had a pause caused by the pandemic. When I got my mini golden doodle puppy recently, Anthony was the first call I made to set up a private training session for him. It's great to start them off with excellent habits young and I was so happy to hear he's taking on new clients. In just ONE session, Anthony trained my goldendoodle puppy so well and taught me the parent interaction skills to get my goldendoodle to sit on command. Only 2 days after the first session, my puppy knew how to sit on command and I received so many compliments about how well behaved he is! Anthony uses positive conditioning and expert non-pain inflicting training practices to teach the pups, through good behavior, to become so well behaved while still maintaining the vibrancy of their unique personalities. Several sessions later and not only is my pup trained to stay quiet during my work Zoom calls, but I'm also geared with the parent skills and dog psychology knowledge (which Anthony has a PhD in animal psych in) taught to me by Anthony to maintain the sweet and tame nature of my puppy! I'm SO glad I got my puppy started on training with Anthony. My puppy is just as funny and sweet as ever, but my home is way calmer and the overall energy is far more peaceful and happy now since we've had our lessons with Anthony. Highly recommend K9 Pup Academy for all dog training at any age. So many trainers use questionable, very forceful tactic while Anthony is the complete, kind opposite. He is expertly geared with the excellent techniques to train pups and their parents with care, effectiveness, and most importantly - compassion. No better dog trainer out there. Call Anthony now for all of your pup's training needs!

Had my first private lesson today with Adelita and it went just as good as one can hope for. She is…read moreincredible at what she does and is super personable and quite funny. Can't wait to continue Johnnys (dog) training with her.

Since my dog is looking at me with that insistent stare that says we've got about 30 seconds to…read moreleave on a walk, here's my five-word review of Adelita's Good Dog K9 group training (before an entirely different task vaults to the top of my to-do list): Easy. Friendly. Caring. Insightful. Fun. Okay, six: Successful. Now if you'll excuse me, we're gonna go practice our leash manners.

Lisa is the BEST!!! She is one of the most kind of compassionate people I have ever met!…read moreI booked her to transport my birds for local boarding when I had an out of town medical emergency. Then all of the sudden the boarding destination fell through and my flight was leaving the next day. (The birds didn't have tickets). Lisa was so calm and professional when I was on the verge of panic! She even helped me look up other sources on Yelp for other bird boarding and then found a veterinary professional to care for them at my apartment! She went WAY ABOVE ABD BEYOND what anyone else would have done. It is so RARE that in today's world you meet people like her and at age 64, I KNOW! Now I can go get care and my babies get all the literal comforts of home. If you need PET TRANSPORT. Tail a Cab is the one to call!

The best pet relocation and trustworthy as well! I have 5 dogs and huge pit bulls and no one woukd…read moretransport them! Lisa was kind and helpful and my 5 pittys loved her