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    5.0 (13 reviews)
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    Dog boarding and training

    Private dog training

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    Dax's first time practicing his 'stay' outside
    Cassidy H.

    I have a 6 year old lab/shepherd mix named Daxter that I adopted when he was about 1yr old from the Washington DC ASPCA. Soon after, his fear aggression surfaced for many things - vehicles, machinery, people staring or carrying objects/packs or wearing hats/large clothing, other animals, dogs, opening/closing of doors, large objects/shadows. Likely due to lack of dog socialization, he was once ganged up on at a dog park, and also bitten by a highly aggressive dog before I removed him from dog parks completely. Eventually, he became so fearful, any trigger would immediately result in relentless lunging and snarling. I had gone through several trainers in the past, some, to my regret, using negative punishment (ie. prong collars, e collars) which made it worse, and one using positive reinforcement which had done wonders, however was highly food dependent, seemed to require more and more sessions, and still could not overcome his greatest fears of dog/animal reactivity and sudden sounds/movements like hallway doors before the trainer moved away. Since then, Dax and I had been at a standstill, walking at strange hours just to avoid his numerous triggers. Any attempts at finding another trainer usually ended with disillusionment, feeling as if I was just another number in a long list of clients and that everything was based around time or pricing. I was recommended LuckyPup SoCal by a close friend who knew just how much Dax and I have gone through. Though skeptical at first, I decided to make the call and was sure glad I did. Right off the bat, Alex and Tegan were focused on Daxter and our goals as human and companion rather than clients. Their passion for each dog they care for is clearly evident, and I never have had trainers who check in on us between sessions as often or as attentively. They make it clear that they are always just a txt or call, or even a visit, away, and I never feel as if I'm left fending on my own. On top of that, I am based up in the Valley, whereas they are down nearer to OC, a concern of mine that they've made clear is a non-issue. Nothing ever feels time-limited or transactional, and Daxter has already made great strides after one session (again, not timed) and a week of training! In fact, his impulse control has improved so much that it has already bled into other facets of life. After accidentally dropping a huge bowl of cooked food (complete with loads of chicken) and being too surprised to yell my usual "leave it!," I looked up to find Dax standing only a few feet away staring at the food, waiting. I was floored. This is a Lab we're talking about, mind you. I had long given up hope of ever having a dog to hike with again or take to outdoor pubs with friends and family, but the program also centers around pack walks and group outings to busy malls and restaurants. And with the strides Dax has already taken, I finally feel after years of fumbling and managing triggers, Dax will finally get the chance to become the truly joined-at-the-hip companion he's always wanted to be (seriously, this dog will follow you everywhere). All thanks to the lovely people at LuckyPup Socal.

    Billie (left) learning to get along with Dax (right)
    Yin S.

    Update: after several months of training, Billie is such a wonderful dog now. We've been able to take her out to so many places we never thought would be possible because she no longer reacts negatively when she sees triggers. She knows when to turn off when told and hold herself back, thanks to the methods from Alex and Tegan. We have taken her hiking (where she saw easily over 30 dogs), Irvine spectrum, Sawtelle in West LA, UCLA, and so much more. Most impressive is that she can actually walk by active dog parks without barking and lunging. Overall I have noticed she's in a happier state of mind in the last weeks because she's no longer confused by what we want from her. She's doing the right things more and more so we no longer need to correct her, which as a results leads to happier walks and happier dog. If she does have an outburst, her recovery period is also much shorter, so that she doesn't redirect the energy onto something/someone else. Our relationship with her has greatly improved in that she trusts us to handle things, and listens to our commands without treats or hesitation. People have mistaken her as a service dog because she's so calm, and people are always surprised to find out she's only 15months old! We are so grateful for LuckyPup, and if you want to ask more, feel free to message me.

    Dizzy on slip lead for first walk with Tegan.
    Jeni W.

    Just started training with Tegan last week and the changes in our dog, Dizzy are noticeable already. Tegan came to our house and, with confidence and personality, showed us the beginning foundational pieces of getting our pup aligned with our wishes for relaxed behavior. Dizzy was a rescue with high anxiety and insecurity and typically pulls on the leash. Within minutes Tegan has show us a simple exercise to begin teaching him to quiet his mind and "shut off" so that he could relax. We did our second lesson yesterday with a walk down our street and again within minutes Tegan had shown us a different side of our pup. He was walking along, watching her and of course needing some corrections, but he was more tuned in to us rather than distracted by the environment. Very excited to start pack walks in the coming weeks! Tegan is professional, knowledgeable and a delight to work with!

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    If you are looking for someone to take care of your fury baby I would definitely recommend Alex & Tegan.

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    Brad was amazing. We have a 2 year old Corgi who is a very sweet boy but he would be very reactive…read moretowards other dogs and would always eat things off the ground. Walks became so stressful, and we tried every thing we could think of to fix it. Brad was able to teach us his methods within 30 minutes, and within the first week his behavior was a complete 180! Cant recommend him enough.

    I genuinely can't recommend Brad highly enough. By the time…read moreI reached out, I had already spent months trying to fix Sunny's leash pulling and reactivity. I'd worked with two trainers, including a 3 week board-and-train program ($5,000 investment), followed every instruction, and practiced daily, yet I didn't see changes. I was managing the behavior without ever understanding what was causing it. That changed within the first two hours with Brad. He didn't start with commands or tools. Instead, he focused on the psychology behind Sunny's reactions: what was driving them, what was reinforcing them, and what I was unknowingly communicating. No one had ever explained it that clearly. That was the turning point. For the first time, I wasn't guessing or correcting blindly. I could see what Sunny was experiencing in real time and understand how my timing, energy, and responses were shaping his behavior. That clarity changed everything. Walks feel completely different now. Sunny is no longer pulls since my training with Brad, the reactive outbursts are gone, and the experience itself is calm. I'm no longer bracing for problems because I know how to prevent them. I am SO appreciative!

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    Watching Instagram and YouTube videos won't give you a well-behaved dog. Working with Vladae will!…read more We've been working with Vladae for about four months with our now six-and-a-half-month-old Golden Retriever, Coach, and it has been one of the best investments we've made. What sets Vladae apart is that he doesn't just train dogs, he teaches owners how to build a lifelong relationship with them. Every lesson leaves us with practical tools, clear direction, and the confidence to continue the training every single day. Because of that, the progress doesn't stop when the session ends. Vladae has an incredible ability to understand dogs. Watching him read a dog's behavior, body language, and mindset is genuinely fascinating. He knows exactly how to communicate with each dog in a way they understand, and it's clear this comes from years of experience and a deep understanding of canine psychology. He's also one of the most invested professionals we've ever worked with. Throughout the week, he encourages us to send videos, provides thoughtful feedback almost immediately, and is always available to answer questions or jump on a call if we need guidance. You never feel like you're figuring things out on your own. He truly cares about both the dogs and the people raising them, and he always follows through. Every recommendation Vladae has made, whether it's training tools, techniques, or daily routines, has become an essential part of Coach's development. We trusted the process from day one, and the results truly speak for themselves. (See the videos! Coach is only 6.5 months old in them.) Our puppy is happy, confident, well-mannered, and genuinely loves learning. We receive compliments on his behavior everywhere we go, and we owe so much of that to the foundation Vladae helped us build. We also had the opportunity to work with Erica, who trains alongside Vladae, and she was absolutely wonderful. One session with Erica is included in the program, and it was incredibly helpful. It's clear she shares the same passion, knowledge, and dedication that make this training program so special. Vladae brings unmatched energy, professionalism, and passion to every session. He genuinely wants every dog and every owner to succeed, and that level of commitment is incredibly rare to find. If you're looking for a trainer who truly understands dogs and is committed to setting both you and your dog up for long-term success, I can't recommend Vladae highly enough. Coach has become an incredible puppy, and we're excited to continue into adult school because of the foundation he's helped us build. We're so grateful we found him!

    I wanted to address your recent claims regarding my review of your services. I assure you that I…read morewas a legitimate customer who genuinely shared my honest experience, which I believe is critical for other potential clients. While it's understandable to feel upset when receiving negative feedback, it's important to reflect on the reasons behind my review. I noticed that during our initial interaction, you made a comment about my background that many found to be a stereotypical and racist remark. In fact, I saw that you previously posted video footage of our encounter on your Instagram, but you removed it after receiving backlash for those comments. This indicates that others found your remarks concerning as well. I want to emphasize that my intention was never to harm your business; rather, it was to share my experience. Thankfully, I have since found another trainer who practices positive reinforcement, which aligns much better with my values and my dog's needs.

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    We absolutely love Everydog! Everyone has been so kind, welcoming, and caring with our puppy. She…read moregets SO excited every time we pull up, which says everything! It gives us such peace of mind knowing she's in such a loving and caring environment. We couldn't be happier with the care she receives and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for the best care for their fur baby. Thank you Dave and the entire team for all that you do!

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    Great grooming and bathing services. Have been coming here for 5 years+ for both my dogs. They do a…read moregreat job with our corgis with shaping them and making them nice and clean. Very friendly staff as well, have never had an issue. Here is Harper after a bath below!

    We've been bringing our pups to the Jamboree location for quite a while, and up until the beginning…read moreof this year, we had nothing but positive experiences. Last year, we brought them frequently and always felt confident leaving them there. The staff was friendly and welcoming, the facility felt clean, and our dogs always seemed happy to be there. That's why it's so disappointing to see how much things have changed since the ownership transition. Since the change in ownership, we've noticed a significant decline in the overall experience. The staff no longer feels as friendly or approachable. While there are still a few kind employees, several team members come across as cold and unhelpful, making drop-off feel uncomfortable and even a bit intimidating. It no longer feels like the warm, welcoming environment it once was. We've also noticed the facility doesn't seem nearly as clean as it used to be. Our dogs consistently come home smelling strongly of urine after daycare. We occasionally check the live cameras throughout the day and frequently see urine sitting on the playroom floors for extended periods before being cleaned up. If messes in the common play areas are left unattended, it raises concerns about how often the kennels are being cleaned when the dogs are resting. Combined with the odor our dogs come home with, it has made us question the overall cleanliness of the facility. Another noticeable change is how little time our dogs now seem to spend in the play areas. We'll pay for a half-day of daycare, and by the time we pick them up, we're lucky if they've spent more than 30 minutes interacting with other dogs. The majority of their visit appears to be spent kenneled. We choose daycare because we want our dogs to have a safe, clean environment where they can socialize and play. If they're spending most of their visit in a kennel, it's difficult to justify paying for daycare when they could be comfortably resting at home in a cleaner environment for free. Customer service has also become frustrating. Recently, one of our dogs came home without his collar. We didn't realize it until we got home, so we called the facility and were told someone would call us back because they were too busy at the moment. We never received a callback. After calling several more times over the next few days without getting an answer, we ultimately had to drive to the facility ourselves just to ask about and retrieve the collar. Pickup has also become much slower than it used to be, often requiring a long wait before our dogs are brought out. We're genuinely disappointed because we loved this location for a long time and trusted the team with our pets. Unfortunately, since the ownership change, we've experienced a noticeable decline in cleanliness, customer service, and the overall level of care. We hope these concerns are taken seriously because we'd love to see this location return to the high standard that made us loyal customers in the first place.

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    We recently left our puppy, Boba, at House of Woof for his first overnight onboarding with added…read moredaycare, and we had such a great experience! Boba had an absolute blast. You can tell the staff genuinely care about the dogs. They're so kind, attentive, and communicative. We loved receiving email updates with pictures throughout his stay, which gave us so much peace of mind, especially since it was his first time. One of our favorite features is that they have cameras, so we could check in and watch Boba playing and having fun anytime. It made us feel really connected and reassured. A special shoutout to David. He was incredibly friendly and explained everything clearly, which made the whole process smooth and stress free. Overall, we felt so comfortable leaving Boba here, and it's clear he loved it too. We will definitely be bringing him back. Highly recommend!

    In response to your response to my review. Your "private play "is 20 minutes while the rest of…read morethe time diego was thrown in a crate. That's what I was informed the day that he went for 4 hours and he only played 20 minutes . When the incident happened with diego being grabbed by a big dog, you guys gave it no importance, since that dog continued to be in open play ( I saw him on the camera all the time ) I am surprised the staff saw diego showing teeth, most of the staff there are on their phone all the time, not paying attention while they supposed to be "watching the dogs". With the exception of a couple of people that showed cared but they were not there when diego supposedly showed his teeth. Diego is a very lovable small dog, he is not a big vicious dog, and is very strange that at Paws Chateau he NEVER shows teeth or does any of the things you said, in fact, all of the staff there love Diego, and he has fun with the other dogs. In your daycare you guys never even checked to see if he was up to date with vaccines, just like you probably don't check anyone else's . So it surprises me that this facility says they care for the animals.The truth is that you are right, digo likes to cuddle or be loved and the staff was too busy on the phone to be paying attention to him.

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