Maureen has been absolutely wonderful to work with. She is fantastic with the dogs, genuinely cares…read moreabout them, and it shows in everything she does. She's always on time, reasonably priced, and incredibly effective, all while staying completely force-free in her approach. The biggest endorsement I can give is how much my dogs love her -- honestly, they'd probably write a more glowing review than I ever could. We've seen real progress, and it's clear she builds trust first, which makes all the difference. I can't recommend her enough.

Maureen is a truly wonderful dog trainer. She was…read moreprofessional, loving and patient with our "Buddy". He adored her!

We had trainings with Donna when we brought our girl home. She taught us how to potty train,…read moresocialize, basic commands and so much more. Boonie has grown into such a great playful, loving, social family dog, that we are grateful to take everywhere.

Donna and Thomas have been training my dog, Tiller, since he was about 5 months old. He is now…read morealmost 2 and 1/2 years old. Donna and Thomas have been professional, caring, patient and committed to fostering an environment where both you and your dog are comfortable and feel like part of a family. They teach you and your dog basic obedience and in my case have trained Tiller to be my service dog. My family and I are so glad we found them. I wouldn't want Tiller to be trained by anyone else.

I Just had my dog Candy board at Pamper ur Poochie for one week and boy did she enjoy it ! Suely is…read moregreat with dogs and took such good care of her with so much love. In addition, she kept me updated with videos and pictures of Candy swimming and playing everyday. I am so happy I found them and will definitely travel with no worries from now on knowing my dog is safe and happy. We arrived home from our trip a couple hours ago and I'm not sure if she is sad she left Suely or just exhausted from playing . Here is a picture of her situation now...

From the owner: Pet Hotel day care training at PUPP ur poochie’s home away from home. We offer transportation door…read moreto door from all Long Island NYC Brooklyn Queens and some areas of NJ and CT !

Genetic Canine has been great. Yohanis helped me train Billie my 2 year old Morkie in how to come…read moreback to me, how to go to "place " and stay, how to heel and walk next to me, etc. He was great in explaining why dogs do what they do and how to shape their behavior and personality. Will be practicing what he taught me and will go back to refresh in a few months.

Absolutely amazing experience with Amanda!!!!! I adopted a…read moretwo year old mini dachshund (stubborn and sassy) who struggled with basic commands and feared everyone and everything. After a year with my dog , and many failed training programs from other companies not related to this one, I found Amanda with a final desperate attempt to train my dog because I knew there was potential. I had wasted a lot of money and was nervous to begin another program, but after my first call with Amanda I knew this was going to be different. She was encouraging and engaging, asking detailed questions about my dog and her behavior. Our first session began immediately tailored to my dog's needs and within a week I saw improvements. If you know dachshunds, you know how difficult training them can be. Amanda accepted the challenge without hesitation and proved that idea to be wrong, she made the training easy and motivating. She worked with myself to better understand how I can set my dog up for success rather than failure. Two weeks in, my dog was entirely different in the very best way possible. She introduced new techniques and worked with each challenge my dog faced to ensure she overcame it. I cannot say enough good things about the program. Don't waste your time on a basic training program elsewhere. In the end you're only cutting corners that will harm your dog down the road. She showed me that the phrase "You can't teach an old dog new tricks" is NOT true, as long as you don't give up!! Amanda will provide you with skills to ensure yourself and your dog live the happiest lives. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone I know.

If you are reading this, your search for dog training stops here. This is the place you need and…read morethey will change your life! This sounds a little over the top BUT I'm not lying. I tell our trainers Katie and Nicole all of the time that they are life savers. We brought our puppy here at 1 years old - a small wild, energetic Jack Russell who knew every time I was on a video meeting to bark his head off and embarrass me EVERY TIME! Walks were out of the question since he would pull on the leash to the point he would choke himself... sitting on the deck was a nightmare in our own backyard because he would bark at the wind (yes, the wind), the leaves moving, the birds and obviously the neighbors. Does this sound familiar? I questioned my decision of getting a puppy and then I found Max K9. We did a 3 week Board & Train where I was super hesitant of dropping him off (because no one wants to leave their baby anywhere), but they were so good with sending video progress and pictures and including my husband and I in the process. I joke with everyone that I think they implanted a program into his brain! Lol! The transformation was unreal. We were instantly able to communicate with him and actually go on a walk.. outside in the real world. What a breath of fresh air, literally! Max K9 has given us the ability to live an active lifestyle and have our pup enjoy it with us. Hikes, traveling, morning walks, trips to the store, brewery visits, long car rides out of state... you name it. I would do it all over again if I had to without a question. So if you've made it this far, thanks for reading. I hope this helps you make your decision to having a better relationship with your pup and enjoying life with them every step of the way.

I am SO thankful for Sherry at Maximum K9. I don't know if I can put into words how helpful she has…read morebeen in training our Stormie. Stormie is a rescue who we adopted in 2019 and underwent 2 surgeries in 2021 due to bilateral CCL surgery. She was cooped up for an extended amount of time during recovery. We were unable to take her outside without her reacting to other dogs and sometimes even people. Stormie even gave us difficulty when we wanted to go for a short walk. It was so frustrating and difficult taking her out in public that we needed help. We have heard of Maximum K9 from many of our friends and even the great reviews I've seen on dog groups and online. I called to inquire about the types of training (group vs. individual) and it was clear that we needed to take private lessons. We signed up for a package of 6 lessons with Sherry that were one hour long for 6 consecutive weeks. Our first day, Sherry got to know about Stormie's behaviors - positive and negative, what we were having difficulty with and what our goals were. Sherry worked with us each week when training Stormie (and me) on how to modify or progress a skill. We learned how to heel, which we never were taught from another trainer elsewhere, and the importance of heel. We were given homework on what to practice from the training sessions to continue our work outside of the facility. Sherry helped Stormie become less dog reactive in a safe manner at Maximum K9. Stormie was slowly exposed to the board and train dogs in the facility that had various levels of size and temperament. Each week, Stormie learned how to follow her commands and not react to different dogs. With Sherry's consistent training, Stormie was able to heel with me in a circle with other dogs and sit next to them without any reaction at all. I cannot find the words to thank Sherry for helping Stormie and myself. I came into Maximum K9 with Stormie trying to pull my arm off and reacting to dogs in the lobby to now leaving with my arm back intact and her in a nice heel. I will refer all my dog lovers and friends to Maximum K9 and Sherry going forward! Thank you again!

Amazing staff and great assortment of products. Great advice as well. Highly recommend.read more

Great store! More than always helpful!…read more The store is fantastic. Usually has most things in stock even hard to find items that you can't find in chain stores like Petco etc. , and one thing they have that doesn't exist in a chain store ---EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE! Anything you need they're extremely helpful and happy to find or get. I had my dog training classes here, and that's how I started coming to this location; but I have to tell you the customer service from the store is unrivaled. If there's something you need, just call and check on it. They're happy to check in stock, They also have a website you can order through that too, 99.9% of the time what you're looking for is a stocked item,and on the rare occasion that it is not or you have an item as I did a special cat food recommended by the vet they did not have on the shelf they called another location, had it there for me the next day! I also have a bad back and I cannot carry large bags of dog food for my dog....put my back out once they had the food delivered to my house free of charge which is a service they offer as well; if I go to the store, they are happy to bring it to my car for me if needed. In short, go here, I highly recommend it.

New owner. Can't speak about prior operator and complaints. This owner/ operator is a great Vet…read more Caring and helpful. Followed her from her prior location. She is the best!!! Would not take my animals anywhere else

Very unprofessional scheduling service called me the day of my puppy appt to cancel because they…read morecan't have the groomer waiting for my puppy when the time was available and scheduled.

I adopted my dog from C&H Rescue last year. I can't thank this rescue enough for helping me…read morenavigate the best type of dog for my lifestyle and encouraging me to not adopt until I found a perfect fit. Eddie came to me last summer. C&H was very honest about his background, his health, and his behavior peculiarities. It took a little time for us to get used to each other, but he's my best bud now! I would adopt another pet from them anytime!

Couldn't be happier with the service provided by Christina she has help me to adopt the 3 dogs I…read morehave now and they were exactly as she said they would be my family is now complete thanks

I have had an amazing experience with Kim from Trainer Kim's One Paw Out the Door. My dog has…read moreissues with pulling on a leash, not consistently following basic commands, and I also wanted help training her to stay downstairs and not go into any of the bedrooms that are upstairs. Kim was patient, knowledgeable, and very clear in explaining her training techniques. She took the time to understand my specific concerns and gave me practical tools that do work as long as you put in the time and work. I have started to see noticeable improvements in my dogs behavior. What I appreciate the most is Kim's calm, positive approach and how much she genuinely cares about helping both dogs and their owners succeed. I highly recommend Kim from Trainer Kim's One Paw Out the Door to anyone looking for professional, effective dog training.

I bought a groupon for Kim's One Paw Out the Door looking forward to an opportunity to train my new…read morepuppy, however, all I got was a disappointment. I got stood up by this dog trainer!! I waited over an hour for her and called and called trying to reach her, but never heard from her. Now, a week or so has gone by and I still have heard nothing. I was really looking forward to this but now I have wasted a lot of time waiting around for someone who never showed and with no explanation. Not to mention, I already paid for her services in full and now I have to deal with the headache of trying to get a refund. I am truly disappointed and recommend you do not use her services and instead find someone who will actually show up.

Refined Canines was an absolute pleasure to work with, for our dog Poppy's training experience…read more They are extremely professional and want only the best outcome for you and your dog. Dont hesitate if you, or anyone you know is in need of expert Dog Training Services. Karen and Dan Smith

Life-Changing Experience with Refined K9!…read more I can't say enough good things about Refined K9 and the amazing work they did with my 3-year-old rescue husky, Blue. Blue had a tough start in life--he was left alone in a backyard his entire life until the city forced his previous owner to give him up. That's when I stepped in and rescued him. While I was determined to give him the life he deserved, it became clear pretty quickly that Blue had a lot of emotional scars. He was extremely reactive to people and other dogs, very territorial, and had a dominant personality. At home, after months of patient work, we made some real progress as a family. But when we were outside, Blue was still ruled by his instincts. The turning point came when he lunged at a woman on a walk. That moment told me we needed professional help--ASAP. After doing some research and speaking with the team at Refined K9, I instantly felt like Blue would be in good hands. They listened, understood his history, and made me feel confident they could help him. Two weeks before New Year's, Blue went in for training, and four weeks later, he came home a completely transformed dog. I was amazed. He was still the same goofy, loving husky we knew and loved--but he was no longer reactive. His entire energy was calmer, more relaxed, and incredibly well-balanced. He was much more submissive, and I could tell he was comfortable in situations that would have sent him into overdrive before. Whether we're walking in public, meeting new people, or around other dogs, Blue is chill and responsive. What I love most about Refined K9 is that their support doesn't end when your dog comes home. They give you a clear framework and the tools you need to continue reinforcing the training. And they're always there for you afterward. They offer free group lessons when the weather is nice, and they genuinely care about their clients. Any time I've had a question or needed guidance, they've been there without hesitation. Rescuing Blue was one of the best decisions I ever made, and trusting Refined K9 with his training was a close second. They helped unlock the dog I always knew Blue could be. If you're on the fence about getting your dog trained--especially if they've had a tough past like Blue--don't wait. Refined K9 will change both your life and your dog's. Thank you, Refined K9, for giving Blue a second chance at life and helping me become a better dog owner in the process!