We started researching for Dog Trainers/Dog Obedience school…read more I asked tons of questions. They answered most of them. They shared a video of when they were in the news and then shared their YouTube videos from almost 15 years ago. Really? https://www.youtube.com/user/BarkBustersHO/videos Nothing current. And they said to ask any questions and now they refused to reply. Something is off. Their "office" is closed but they "answer" phone messages. And then sent voicemails when I told the I'm Deaf. For some reason I didn't get their texts even though they said they sent them. They kept "pushing" for us to make a payment.... Nah... do not hire them.

I was not happy with my services/training. I paid a lot of money for no improvement. I had the…read moretrainer come to my house less than 10 times. Each time, except the first one, the same trainer would stay for maybe 15-20 minutes (def no more) and leave. He had me barking at my dog, throwing water balloons at my dog, and throwing a mini "bean bag" not at, but towards my dog; none of which were useful. My fiance and I told him on 3 separate occasions face-to-face that him coming for 15-20 minutes was not enough and we needed him to spend more time with our dog, and he did not do that so we just stopped communicating with him. He/Bark busters also never reached back out because they got their money. Wouldn't recommend unfortunately.

We had John come visit us at our home shortly after adopting our puppy from a rescue. She was…read moreabout 4 months old at the time. We had two other dogs (both 10 years old at the time) and we wanted to make sure that our newest member would have a smooth transition into our family. We had several sessions with John which focused on teaching our new pup basic manners as well as walking on a leash. He also gave us great tips and suggestions for establishing a positive relationship with our other two dogs. It was clear after our first meeting with John that he is passionate about what he does and that he takes great pride teaching owners how to best care for their dogs. My only regret is that I didn't find out about his services sooner. John is a wealth of information and a wonderful resource for anyone that is looking to foster a positive relationship with their dog. Our main goal was to have a well behaved dog that we can take out in public and John helped us achieve that!

My two Bernedoodles were groomed by this company, and both of them sustained injuries during the…read moreappointment. My male dog suffered severe cuts in his private area, between his legs, on his belly, and even on his ankle. My female dog was also cut between her legs and ended up with infections in both ears due to the groomer, Crystal. She tried to blame these injuries on "matting" and refused to take responsibility, even going so far as to suggest that my male dog somehow caused these wounds himself. Immediately after the grooming, cones were placed on both dogs. Crystal herself acknowledged the cuts while she was still working on my male dog, but I didn't realize how extensive the injuries were until I examined him thoroughly after she left. While my female dog's injuries were less severe she caused an infection in both ears by plucking her ears with who knows what infected and dirty instrument after I explicitly told her not to! My male dog's wounds were far beyond anything that should ever happen during a grooming session. What makes her explanation even more unbelievable is that the worst matting was on his chest, yet there are no cuts there. Because of this negligence, we had to rush both dogs to the vet, resulting in unexpected medical bills for treatment and medication. Both dogs were forced to wear cones for an unknown amount of time until they heal, causing them unnecessary discomfort. The vet was shocked by the injuries and agreed that what happened was completely unacceptable. I trusted this business to care for my dogs, and instead they were harmed. To make matters worse, Crystal denied responsibility and gave misleading explanations. This isn't the first time I've had concerns. On a previous visit, another groomer from this same business cut my dog's paws. I reported it to Crystal (she claimed he was a rookie groomer) trusting she would be more careful moving forward. Instead, she caused even more serious injuries this time. For the high prices they charge, I expected professional, competent care. I chose this grooming service because of their glowing reviews, but my experience has been the complete opposite. The owner, Mike Bass, didn't even have the decency to return my calls after the incident. Instead, he chose to block my number. I should have trusted my instincts after hearing how rude and unpleasant he sounded when I first booked an appointment over a year ago. And to be clear, I'm not a one‑time customer. I've been using their services since August 2024. He even fabricated claims that I had gone through four groomers before his company and that I complained about all of them. That is simply untrue. My dogs are only two years old, and they had one groomer before Pup Scouts Annapolis. This business takes responsibility for absolutely nothing. They immediately sided with the groomer, who lied about the situation, rather than acknowledging the harm done. Their pattern is clear: deny, dismiss, and defend their staff no matter what. I even had to repeatedly text Crystal just to get an appointment after the government shutdown affected our schedule. If she no longer wanted to groom my dogs for whatever reason, especially since she lives far from us, she could have simply said so instead of harming the dogs to avoid future appointments. Future and current customers deserve to know that this business refuses to accept accountability and prioritizes protecting their groomers over the well‑being of the animals in their care. What Pup Scouts Annapolis calls "transparency" is nothing more than shifting blame onto pet owners and past groomers.

Great group of folks who love our little friends and know how to shape a team - love Pup Scouts!read more

Alisa is amazing! We just finished her basic skills class and in 6 weeks we have a different dog…read more Our dog, Bela is 2 years old, deaf, 60 pounds and full of energy. Bela was running the house as our commands were literally falling on deaf ears! Alisa taught us to communicate with Bela using hand signals. She now follows instructions like a champ! I can't recommend Alisa and You Silly Dog enough. Not only is it amazing and informative but Alisa is incredibly well priced! I can't wait to take Bela to her tricks class!

My clownish and playful young dog and I had a pretty dreadful time with another dog training club,…read moreand I contacted Alisa to see if we could just start over with her Tricks class. Right away she worked hard to schedule the class and prepare the attendees. My dog is SO MUCH HAPPIER now that I am building my confidence back. You will NOT find a snobby and somewhat hostile trainer or other dog owners here. All the tension and confusion has lifted and we are blossoming in class. Thank you Alisa! She took this picture, he really loves her :-)

**Exceptional Training Experience with Valor Canine Services**…read more We can't thank Scott and the team at Valor Canine Services enough for the incredible work they've done with our dog, Hank. Before working with Scott, we honestly didn't know if we could handle Hank on our own. The difference after training is night and day--he's now the dog we always knew he could be. Scott's dedication went above and beyond. He kept us updated almost daily with videos and progress reports, making us feel included every step of the way. We know Hank wasn't easy, but Scott worked patiently with him and showed tremendous commitment to Hank's success. Thank you to the entire Valor Canine team, especially Scott, for your hard work, and for continuing to check in and answer all of our questions. We're so grateful to have a well-behaved, happy dog thanks to you!

Valor Canine Service was an absolutely wonderful experience for me and my furry companion. I must…read moresay, the experience exceeded all expectations. Valor Canine Service is not just a dog training business; they are a true maestro of canine behavior and obedience. From the moment my dog began his training sessions, I was kept informed of my dog's progress daily and it was evident that not only did Valor Canine Service possessed a deep understanding of dogs, but also has a profound love and passion for what they do. Their approach was not merely about teaching commands but about fostering a harmonious relationship between owner and dog. This holistic approach is what sets Valor Canine Service apart for me and, from others in the field. I still implement the follow-up behavior and obedience strategies I was given. I will definitely use this service again and would highly recommend them to anyone. Valor Canine Service thank you! HM

Listen, I'm not sure where to start because there's so much I want to cover regarding OLK9's Day…read moreCamp Program. First things first, Craig [Martin] is a Rockstar trainer. Period. Our very first interaction was great...his energy was wonderful...he did not disappoint! He was very methodical with his approach...explaining every step of the process...very engaging...constant updates of the Boyz progress...videos, photos...wait! The photos that I received were Ahhhhhhh-mazing, I mean impressive...only to learn that he's a photographer as well...but I digress. The Boyz are spoiled and I have no shame in stating this...*smile*. But they needed to learn manners. I have two large and very strong Standard Poodles - Mr. Brown and Max. They're extremely smart, pretty obedient in the house, but a huge challenge on walks...my poor dog walker. I wanted to be able to take them anywhere without the extended conversations of sit, stay, what are you doing? you know better... etc. At any rate, I'd been following OLK9 Maryland for some time online. I knew that training for two dogs was going to be a budget buster. Thankfully, I was able to take advantage of the "Black Friday" or "Cyber Monday" (can't remember which one it was). I cannot say enough about the great experience I had...the Boyz were happy to see Craig each day which was a HUGE relief for me. Yes, additional work/training on my part is required...to me that's a no brainer. As a responsible pet owner, I want to make sure that there is consistency and an expectation that my Boyz are well behaved and well mannered. Which means I have to do the work. Funny, as I was driving home from our final session, I was so tempted to take them on a short walk because I knew it would be enjoyable. But decided to wait until morning... I'm so excited to be able to have an enjoyable walk with these guys... less scolding and more bonding. Well worth the time and financial commitment. Thank you OLK9 Maryland for bringing additional joy to our home... things are definitely more "manageable". I'm really looking forward to our walks, especially since there will be NO more pulling! Can't wait to be able to take them to the "brick and mortar" with me once it's open! "Life Changing K9 Training"

I wasted over $1,000 to unknowingly abuse my dog through Off Leash K9. I sought help because my dog…read morewas reactive toward other dogs, loud vehicles, and people. I was desperate to help my dog and myself and Off Leash K9 had good reviews. What these folks didn't tell me was that my dog's reactivity, what I thought was outright aggression, was actually fear - that she was scared of all of these things and trying to protect herself from them. So with the use of the e-collar (really just a shock collar let's be honest), I punished her every time she showed a fear response at Off Leash K-9's direction. This definitely changed her behavior, but rather than helping her feel more comfortable with the things that scared her, we instead punished her for being afraid and taught her to hide her fear responses. I wish I had looked at the science behind dog behavior, because I now know research shows that punishment through things like e-collars, buzz collars, spray bottles, etc. are incredibly counterproductive to changing dog behavior long term and they seriously traumatize the dog. I'm so very grateful to have met a Fear Free trainer who taught me about positive reinforcement. It has improved my relationship with my dog immensely and it has ultimately lead to the sustained behavior change I was looking for. Please do not waste your money on abusive, ignorant training through Off Leash K9.

Very good dog trainers. My favorites are Kim for puppy social (fantastic class for pups less than…read moresix months) and Samantha is just simply amazing on virtual classes. I really enjoyed her "tricks" sessions, helped tremendously! She also kept me grounded when exasperated.

To say that the team at Paws and Possibilities is AMAZING is an understatement! I have a very…read moredifficult and reactive dog that P&P designed a comprehensive plan and provided personal service to help both me and my dog overcome the obstacles. I am happy to say that my boy can now go out in public - thanks to the excellent training techniques AND field trips in public with the trainers. All of the a la carte classes provide a different aspect to the dog training experience - puppy social, obedience, leadership (my favorite), pack walks, and reactive training. The trainers are excellent and truly care!

Vince was great and knowledgeable. Very caring with our dogs…read more Prices are reasonable. We decided to wait due to our current schedule

Vinc trained her in basic, advanced, public access and medical response. Recently took a flight…read more Airport was loud, I was forced to use only hand signals. At security checkpoint, we were separated we had to go through one at a time. I commanded her to sit and wait for me. When it was her turn, from a distance, I then signaled her to walk through the machine very slowly then wait, when security cleared her I signaled her to come and sit beside me. She did an amazing job going through that checkpoint. Her public access training kicked in, she was not phased by noise and totally focused on my commands. Vinc is an outstanding dog trainer.

I absolutely love her!!! Julie is my new superhero! After 2 years of 'trainers' refusing to work…read morewith my pack and endless 'why not rehoming?' She swooshes right in and starts fixing all my problems ! She listens to my concerns and directs me towards better leadership, she spends time getting to know each individual dog and their temperament to better tailor a training strategy to fit each one. Never have I felt more empowered in this journey before and guided. Thank you for holding my hand through all of this, I look forward to grow as a pack leader and for the pack to grow happy with your counsel!!!

From the owner: Book your FREE no obligation in-home consultation today and have your dog's needs assessed…read morefirsthand. Whether it's leash pulling, fear, or reactivity issues, we'll craft a personalized training plan to fit your pup's unique personality and your lifestyle.Don't let behavioral challenges hold you back from enjoying a harmonious relationship with your furry friend. Schedule your Free consultation now and take the first step towards a happier, more balanced life together!

We purchased a puppy from Promise Land Goldens in January 2015. At age three this dog has now been…read morediagnosed with Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) and she will soon be completely blind. This disease is inherited and although we were told the parents were tested, I question the breeder's commitment to healthy puppies. When contacted with the information about our dog this was her email response,"If you look on website. We run prcd-pra, pra1, pra2. Also we do dm and ich. They are genetic tests to match parents up better. Evidently even though everyone stresses eye exam in dogs. They can't see until happens in parents. Also even though the parents are still normal it can be on chromosomes and the parents are never affected. The eye exam won't tell about offspring. I actually don't understand why breeders stress ich in USA so much. That is dandruff. No one talks about the "pras" on forums. It is the genetic testing associated with eye issues and helps inform breeders on what dogs are safe to breed together and which to not pair to ensure offspring will come out ok." I barely made it through high school Biology but if a dog is PRA normal even though "it can be on chromosomes" that suggests to me that the dog is a carrier. And maybe that's how my dog ended up with the condition. The bottom line is that my dog will no longer retrieve a ball and walk off leash and Promise Land's response to my heartbreak is callous and full of incoherent disclaimers. Avoid this breeder for that reason alone

Promiseland is a wonderful place that sells sweet beautiful golden puppies . This business is…read morefamily run and owned . They are NOT a pet store in any way . I have been there and can honestly say I don't know why it is listed as a pet store. If you are looking to add a puppy to your family these puppies are it.