Brad is a true lover of dogs. Very patient, explains why we are training the dog a certain way…read more We have a very strong will puppy. Brad is helping us get her under control. I recommend

Obedience training with Brad has made a huge positive difference in our relationship with our…read morestandard poodle puppy. He has given us a solid foundation for communication and establishing expectations within our family pack which will serve us for a lifetime. We are very grateful and would recommend working with Brad as an essential step in developing a positive and fulfilling pet-human connection.

Larry is the best . He previously stayed with our 3 dogs and they love him. He's very intuitive and…read moreunderstands animal behavior. He consistently updates you so you don't worry. Why you are away. I highly recommend him for your pets needs.

Larry is very dependable and does a wonderful job taking care of our 6 dogs. Some are very old and…read morehe is in tune with their needs and makes sure they get their meds. The younger ones are playful and he spends time with them in the yard. The dogs are very comfortable with him -- he has good energy and they feel it. He sends me photos and makes me feel relaxed so I know they are being taken care of when we're away. He waters plants as needed and makes sure we don't miss trash day! He is in contact with us just the right amount and always leaves our house exactly how it was when we left. We trust him with the care of our furry kids.

Joy is hands down the best trainer!! She is extremely thorough with her coaching and leaves…read moredetailed notes after every lesson. She analyzes each dog's opportunities and creates custom plans for each dog. 4 lessons in on our Golden Retriever and Golden Doodle and we are seeing great results!

It has been such a lifesaver working with Cara! We found her through Wendi Okabayashi, who…read morerecommended Cara when she moved. Doug is my first dog on my own, and we started working with Cara when he was about a year old (aka: a crazy teenager). We've gone through both of Cara's training courses (Paws 1 & 2), and not only does Doug use these core obedience skills nearly every day, but Cara also taught ME how to communicate with Doug effectively, how to be a strong leader, and how to build trust between Doug and I as he's grown up. Our biggest behavior issues have been Doug's socialization with other dogs and leash pulling on walks. He's always been a bit shy around other dogs and developed mild leash reactivity as he got older. We worked with Cara in a one-on-one training session, and not only do I know how to handle interactions with other dogs now, but Doug has made a great improvement in his behavior around other dogs as well. We also worked on walking in the heel position, and to this day I'm still kind of shocked that he is able to calmly walk by my side instead of dragging me around the neighborhood on his leash. Her prices are fair, especially considering the tremendous results I've seen in Doug. She's very reliable, communicative, and fun to work with. I'm so grateful Doug and I found her!

Cara is one of those trainers who really cares about you and your dog. She is extremely…read moreknowledgeable about obedience training and what works. She also makes training fun with her dynamic personality and the fun props. Through her training my puppy was following my commands in less than 5 minutes. I would highly recommend her training for any dog of any level. I will be back for the next class!! Thanks Cara!!

Kim is savior and someone I highly recommend. We were stuck in a bind- had a vacation within days…read moreand spontaneously rescued a puppy that did not have all his shots. We had no idea who could watch him on such short notice and contemplated cancelling our vacation. As a last stitch effort, I reached out to my Nextdoor network and several names came up, including hers. Since our dog was a pup and new to our home, I wanted someone with him 24/7 versus dropping in. Kim responded immediately, I met her in person, and called 3 of her references. She is as sweet as could be. We really took a chance letting a complete stranger stay in our home thinking- she could either rob us blind, or turn out great . Kim was amazing!!! She bonded with our puppy, taught him some tricks and literally just loved on him all day while also taking him outside like 10 times a day bc he wasn't potty trained. She sent us pictures daily and would also FaceTime with us. For DAYS after she left, our puppy would go to our guest room and look for her. She is a wonderful and a kind human being who has a genuine love for animals. Hiring Kim for live-in stay while you are on vacation is a no-brainer and something we can now comfortably do knowing our baby is in good hands.

Kim is the best. She truly loves caring for all animals and is an exceptionally responsible great…read morecaretaker of both your animal and your home! I give her a 10+ out of 9!

We can't say enough great things about Loyal Syndicate Dog Training and Steve! He worked with both…read moreof our dogs--Odin, our Rottweiler, who started with him at just 4 months old, and Wednesday, who was already 4 years old when she began training. The difference in both of them has been incredible! Steve is truly a skilled trainer who understands each dog's unique needs and tailors his approach accordingly. Odin has grown into a well-mannered and confident dog, thanks to the strong foundation built during his early training. With Wednesday, we were initially unsure how she would adjust to training as an older dog, but Steve's patience and expertise made all the difference. We highly recommend Loyal Syndicate Dog Training to anyone looking for professional, effective, and compassionate training. Ongoing complements of their behavior are proof of the training they were provided and that we chose the right trainers. Whether you have a young pup or an older dog, they will help you achieve amazing results!

Amazing dog trainer! Steve did a great job training our Amstaff puppy. We dropped him off for two…read moreweeks for obedience training. He came home a calm and confident dog! Steve also provided follow up sessions and in-house training to address specific boundaries. For example, we worked on recall, sitting at the door without running out and spotting him. We would highly recommend Loyal Syndicate for all your dog training needs!

I'm at peace now that I've found Morgan for my Nola! Finally I've found a person that I've been…read morelooking for! Morgan is a definition of a dog lover! She makes sure they're safe and fed of course but also loved and not feeling alone while they're humans are gone. I left my Nola with Morgan for 4 days and I felt so comfortable on my vacation knowing that she is with a person I can trust 100% She sent me pictures/videos every day letting me know how my Nola is doing. I loved that! My Nola was happy at Barks and Rec Pet Care! The place is very clean, air conditioned and cozy and comfortable for doggies. HIGHLY recommend Morgan to take care of your furry babies when you're away from them!

Morgan is the sweetest, most caring person I've ever met. She cares for animals as if they are her…read moreown. She caters to all needs. She is someone you can trust your fur babies with without worry.

Maureen is fantastic to work with. Our dog loves her and we were shocked at how quickly he was able…read moreto pick up what she was teaching him. She also does a really great job of explaining her methods and philosophies. We love that she is a positive reinforcement only trainer, as our boy is a rescue and is very sensitive. She's also great at breaking complex tasks into simple steps, which are easy for us and the dog to follow when reinforcing her training. We really appreciate her mobility, coming directly to us and even taking his training out and about! Thanks, Maureen!!

Training a dog should be individualized with multiple training techniques to achieve success…read more While the basics are the same, the personalities of the owners and dogs add to the challenge of dog training. Maureen met with us and took time to get to know us. As we worked together, she noted the way both of our dogs learned. Their learning styles are different. As a result, we (dogs, husband and myself) were successfully trained. One example was teaching the pups to come when called. Kira, who was 6 month old when we started) whips her head around when she hears my voice and comes running.