Bob Martin is truly a master and so gifted with his ability to relate to and train dogs (and…read morepeople)! All the dogs in the 10 week session I just completed (11/4/2015) loved him! Don't miss out on your opportunity to learn from this man and to improve your relationship with your dog for life!

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I'm am so pleased with the training my little Dachshund Jovi got.Ethan was are trainer & he didn't…read moredisappoint he was very kind & taught us all the skills we needed to help train our beautiful puppy.Ethan made sure we knew what we we're doing & how to apply everything he taught us.Are puppy did wonderful & it was such an exciting experience watching her learn.I highly recommend Digmans Canine Academy & Ethan.

Claire and Kelsey have been so great! Our pup has gained so much confidence, dropped the annoying…read morebehaviors and I feel like we can bring him anywhere now! They have really reasonable rates. I would highly recommend Digman Canine Academy

Christine is a wonderful trainer! As a first time dog owner, I really needed to learn how to help…read moremy dog be less reactive around other dogs. We have made good strides I know how to help our girl continue to improve. I highly recommend Good Foundations .

I had a great experience with Good Foundations. Christine is the real deal - she is super…read moreknowledgeable about dog behavior, and is able to communicate training principles in an understandable and practical way. My 3-year-old dog has some issues with fear and aggression, and I signed him up for the package of seven private lessons plus four group lessons. We did the first four private lessons at Christine's home, then did three more in public places so my dog could practice meeting people and not freaking out. He is noticeably improved after just a few months, and I feel confident that I can continue using the training methods on my own (Christine makes clear that training is an ongoing process, not a quick fix). I also did a set of eight agility lessons with Selina, which was incredibly fun! My dog seems more confident now, and it was a great way for us to bond and communicate in a new way. Selina is a great trainer and instructor, and knows a lot about agility! Since doing the agility lessons, I find that I am better at communicating with my dog and understanding him. I originally thought it would just be a fun thing to do for a few weeks, but I had so much fun that now I'm thinking about competing in the future! A bit expensive, but worth every penny if you can afford it! My dog absolutely adores Christine and Selina, and seems to have really enjoyed training with them!

We had a great experience with Kris. She is knowledgeable, patient, and helped me with two young…read moreterriers that barked at strangers A LOT! Kris showed me how to introduce visitors and discourage barking. She also taught me how to use a clicker and markers. We also worked on crate training, 'come', and socialization in the park. Kris finds the best way to train your dog and I could not be more pleased with the experience. I highly recommend her.

From the owner: Kris' Pet Priorities LLC - Owner / Trainer Kris Hopkins has a B.S. Animal Science from PSU and…read morebrings over 37 years of knowledge & experience in animal training. We are obedience trainers and we specialize in problem behaviors that other trainers cannot handle such as aggression, resource guarding, anxiety, reactivity (barking & lunging), territoriality, separation anxiety, etc... We mostly train dogs, cats, and birds but can help with training any animal species you have.

Also did not feel I received my money's worth. Jax only shelled out $450, I was charged much more…read morethan that which included additional group training. I agree with Jax that the extent of the private session was me taking a short walk with my shepherd rescue then sitting & hearing about his experience in training dogs. My problems were not addressed & I've found other help.

We have used John for almost 3 years and could not be happier with his training and even more…read moreimportant, his passion for the care and wellbeing of our dog and others that I know of that he has trained. I found John by stopping at the locally owned pet store and asking for their help. Their response was "John Jones is the best dog trainer in Centre County". They were right! Henry Parks

Your Paws and Me was a GOD SEND for our little fur family! we had gotten littermates and basic…read moretraining was such a struggle with 2, not to mention the overwhelming obstacles we have encountered with having littermates. From the very first ohone call we knew we were in good, genuine, knowledgeable, and passionate hands. We sent our boys for board and training (3 weeks total) and it was the best investment. We loved getting regular updates while the boys were away and we never once worried about how they were treated or if they were being loved and cared for while boarding. No complaints about our experience at all! Both our puppies and we as their owners were given all the tools we needed to continue to be successful once we were all back home after board and train.

From the owner: Your Paws and Me prides itself on using classical and operant conditioning with NO positive…read morepunishment when training our beloved pets. We use Positive reinforcement in all training, which is considered a mark and reward system. We will never use or advise using shock collars, choke chains, prong collars, or any other aversive device or tool. We work to open a line of communication between you and your dog that will create a lifelong trusting bond without the worry of behavior fallout from aversives. We offer puppy, basic and advanced good manners, general behavior modification, board and train, vacation boarding, and day training. Your Paws and Me will use the most up-to-date scientific methods in dog training! Visit our website today for more information.

We love Waggin' Trains. We exclusively get our dog food here and use the buy 10 get 1 free punch…read morecard, which is a nice perk. Also, they stock a large selection of name brand toys like Kong. The owners are pet lovers and always hospitable when we frequent the store. Most recently, they helped us remove tags off of a new toy so that our pup could carry it home. 10/10!

If you are in need of some training for your pooch, this is the place to go! We just finished…read moreLife Skills and class was fun, informative, and effective! Kelly is a great teacher - super knowledgeable and patient! We're looking forward to taking more classes! The store carries a great selection of necessities and goodies for our furry family! So, if you're in need of anything for your pet, you can't go wrong by going to Waggin' Trains!

I just had my first meeting with Tony and our German Shepherd/Husky. He clearly has an excellent…read moreunderstanding of dogs and is not interested in using excessive force in his training methods. In that first meeting we discussed several behaviors and strategies to address them. I started working with my dog today and will meet with Tony again in 2 weeks to further hone my skills. I'm looking forward to working with him.

My husband & I were in DESPERATE need of obedience training for our 6 mo old pit bull puppy Yolo…read more Things were so bad that I wanted to get rid of him. So my husband started Googling and found Knucklehead K9. He called & left a msg and Tony called us back within minutes! He gave us all the details of his programs and pricing, and we setup an appt. From the first session Tony set the tone and showed Yolo who was in charge. We were astonished at how quickly he got our dog to listen with just patience, clear direction & treats! My husband and I needed the most training lol! Tony really understands dogs and how they think. He rewards with treats and praise for good behavior and corrects with firm direction for negative behavior. He really taught us how to be our dog's leader. We really liked his training techniques and learned SO much! He is very straight forward and does not sugar coat. It is truly about the owners being consistent and firm. If you're ready for a real dog trainer then Tony is your guy! But YOU better be ready to do the work! We are so much happier with our dog. He's a year old now and we can honestly say he's a GOOD DOG! Sure he's still a pup and has some maturing to do but he has done a 180 since we did the training. We love Tony!

Worth EVERY penny!…read more We have a 8 month old Siberian Husky female, she is beautiful, affectionate to us, and had the potential to be an amazing pet. We brought her to Shlomi (3.5 hours away from where we live) because she was destructive, had no leash manners, did not follow commands, did not share nicely, and was extremely skiddish especially outside. We left her for a 3 week training program. Shlomi would send us updates, pictures, and videos. When we picked her up, we had a training session with her so we could see her improvement, learn how to communicate with her directly and how to handle unwanted behavior. We were amazed with how far she has come in 3 weeks. Dori Dog Training is worth every single penny as well as the long drive. Dori Dog Training is a gem and has brought out the best in our beautiful girl. Thank you so much Shlomi and staff!

From the owner: Dori Dog Training provides personal dog training, board and train services, puppy training, and dog…read moreboarding services to the Lock Haven, PA area.

I love it here. The staff are so friendly and helpful, it's the first kennel my dog isn't upset to…read morestay at! He practically sprints away from me at drop off. They offer scrambled eggs to the pups and (for $10) you can send them on a nature hike!! Overall, I trust them with my dog, he loves them, couldn't ask for more.

I'm so thankful to have found Stone Valley Pet Lodge!…read more We were in need of a place to board our 6-month-old puppy over the Thanksgiving holiday last year, so we decided to check out Stone Valley. I had looked at a few other places in and around the State College area, and ended up choosing Stone Valley for several reasons. I called and set up a time to check the place out before we decided to board there. The lodge seems pretty new and when we entered the lobby area, I noticed it was clean and well-kept (note: there are many cats on the property; just an FYI!). When we walked through the area where the dogs are kept, I noticed the runs were a decent size, which I liked. There are windows in that area so it is well-lit and spacious. The outdoor areas were also a nice size for the dogs to run around freely and play with other dogs, if you choose. I was looking to help socialize my pup with other dogs, so they paired her up with other puppies her size during outside time. The owner is very thoughtful in making sure to pair up your dog with other dogs that are compatible and well-behaved! The lodge is in a beautiful wooded area about 15-20 minutes from State College. They also board a variety of animals - horses, pigs, cats! The owner is very responsive and thorough in making sure you know what to bring with you. I was really nervous (and sad) about leaving my dog for the first time, but she was great with responding to my calls/emails checking in to see how my dog was doing every few days. They will also give medicine if needed. Our dog has been back 2 additional times since Thanksgiving and she has always done well with transitioning to and from the lodge. She seems to enjoy her time there and has gotten a chance to be around other dogs and animals. The staff and owner are all really nice and you can tell that they really love animals and do a great job caring for them while they are in their care.