We have one class left, but I feel I can review the course now. Cheryl Huffman runs the Smart Paws…read moreAcademy. She is the dog whisperer. She can make the very naughty Oola Fandango do anything within seconds. It's magical. Better yet, she can train US to make Oola do anything. That is also magical. We haven't had as much time as we would like to train because of holidays, work and family stuff happening, but I feel I have a solid foundation and we can be successful when we can truly devote the time. Oola is already better behaved and following more commands more reliably. You get a DVD and workbook when you sign up for a course. The first lecture is just with the humans and Cheryl; you bring your dog to class after that. The teaching occurs in an unheated, no air conditioning barn on Cheryl's property, so in the winter dress warm, in the summer bring water. All the dogs are trained at the same time but she is happy to give you a few moments of one on one time, she asks for praises and problems from each owner at the beginning of each session, and is available by phone or email with questions. And it's cheap! Under 100 bucks for the series. She does obedience, agility, all sorts of stuff; we were in the beginning obedience class. Granted it is in Oregon City, so it's a hike for most people, but it is totally worth it. She has evening and weekend classes. Everything Cheryl does makes sense and she only uses positive training methods. There is no yelling, hitting, or pinch collars, and Cheryl is very clear that she expects you to treat your animal with respect and kindness. So, in summary, Cheryl Huffman ROCKS the dog world. In a few short weeks we have Oola off the halter and only using a collar, walking better on leash, sometimes comes when called, can sit and lay down on command, and is learning to stay with some success. Her behavior overall is better and we are less stressed. There is more training to do and we have the tools and the workbook so we can continue to improve when the class is over. Consider Smart Paws for dog training. You and your dog will be good canine citizens when you are finished. http://www.smartpawsacademy.com

I would highly recommend starting your puppy in the puppy romper room. We did that at 10 weeks for…read moreWalter Baby (he went every week) and now our dog loves all humans and dogs! This class taught me how to encourage my dog to find learning fun... It also trained me so that I can be a good pet owner. Cheryl gave lots of detailed advice about socialization and I learned a lot. Cheryl is very good at what she does... She can help any dog regardless of their personality. She answers emails and personal calls and is very helpful! I am so happy I found Smart Paws! My puppy is now 6 months and we are in the Beginning Companion class. I love it! Everything is positive rewards (no punishment) and it is so exciting to see my stubborn little bulldog learn new things! I would highly recommend this class for any dog.

Chelsea is an incredible trainer. We initially brought our pup, Poppi, to her first series class,…read morewhich served as a perfect foundation for her training. The pricing is very reasonable, especially considering the detailed handouts we received that expanded on each lesson. Chelsea is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to canine behavior and motivation. I especially appreciate her focus on "consent-based" training rather than using force. We were so impressed that we booked a series of in-home sessions and will definitely be working with her again in the future!

I used one of their self-service dog bathing stations to give my Labradoodle a bath. Everything I…read moreneeded was provided - shampoo (I didn't use it because I brought my own), professional hair dryer, brushes, towels, etc. It's a bargain for $20, and they gave me a punch card good for a free 10th bath. The store and the bathing stations are spotless. Super friendly staff, too. Highly recommended!

My experience was odd. My 9 month old puppy went a handful of times. The first few we were told…read morerepeatedly how great she was and how they loved her. Then she went last week and a person I had never met came out and had some concerns on her behavior. I consulted her trainer and was told it's normal puppy behavior and they needed to correct her in the moment. The next week she attended and I received a lengthy text in the middle of the day stating she needed to be picked up. I understand the need to limit their liability but clearly they don't know how to handle normal puppy behavior. I would also note that it is very loud. There is a lot of barking and I've heard employees yelling/screaming at the dogs.

Our dog has been going to Safe and Hound in West Linn for about a year and half and it has been…read moresuch a positive experience. The owner is very strict about vaccine status of all the dogs and she invests in staff training and it shows. The facility is clean, the staff are very attentive to the needs of my dog, and they are very good with communication. There is an app that makes it easy to schedule. They also have grooming on-site. My dog is so so happy to go every day and really that is the ultimate test.

Amy is very sweet with a calm demeanor. I really appreciate her laid back approach. She takes the…read moretime to get to know our dog and let her feel comfortable with her. We got our Dane puppy at the peak of the pandemic so she isn't socialized very well. Trust is a huge issue with Callie and she gained her trust almost immediately. Her calming approach is just what Callie needs. Give Amy a shot. You can't beat her rates!

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Stephanie is a miracle worker. Gave us all the tools we needed to give our pupper the best possible…read morestart. Now everywhere we go, people comment on how well behaved he is!

This is a really long due review for Stephanie, my life saver. I have an aggressive husky, who I…read morethought will never be trained. I booked a 3 days training session for my husky with her. She's very patient and knowledgeable. She also taught me how to be the Alpha of my pack. Photos say a thousand words!! Now I can take my husky to the dog park and she now gets along with my other dogs!

Fantastic training. We were incredibly happy with Lucid's dog training for our puppy. She is much…read morebetter behaved and better able to follow commands from both myself and 12 year-old. Chris was easy to work with, flexible on scheduling, very knowledgable, and easy going. Our philosophies and methods aligned well and we're incredibly happy with the outcome. An excellent value and something every family should invest in for a happy and successful dog.

I have done training with dog companions over many years, yet I never expected the level of…read moretraining that Lucid provided to Meg and her human, me. Nearing completion of the 15-week session, Meg loves the new things she learns and I understand how to communicate to her what she can accomplish - which is pretty astounding when you've got the right trainer. I would like to say, "wow, she is so smart" but the truth is it's we humans who need to learn how to best educate our dogs and Lucid is the best program I've experienced for this.

Lil Jack just turned 8 months and has been going to Reynolds, West Linn for daycare for the past 2…read moremonths. He has also had a few overnight stays. He absolutely loves it there. Always comes out happy and exhausted....a tired dog is a good dog. Everyone has been very friendly to both myself and Jack. Because of some dog's personalities, only 1 client at a time is allowed in the office. Yes, it can be frustrating IF you're running late, or on a time crunch; but it's all worth it.

I've been a customer of Reynolds Dog Resort since May 2024 and have spent thousands of dollars on…read moredaycare during that time. Unfortunately, my frustration with their operations has reached the point where I can no longer recommend this business. The biggest issue is their extremely inefficient pickup and drop-off system. Daycare and boarding clients are funneled through the same entrance, which means daycare customers can end up standing outside in line for 15-20 minutes if they're unlucky enough to arrive behind multiple boarding drop-offs or pickups. This has caused me to be late to work and even to doctor's appointments on several occasions, which is unacceptable for a weekday daycare service that many working people rely on. To be clear, the front desk attendants themselves are not the problem -- they are consistently kind, sweet, and hardworking. On occasion, one of them has noticed me waiting outside with a daycare dog and kindly stepped out to grab him so I could get to work on time. That said, customers shouldn't have to rely on staff discretion or luck to avoid being late. The pricing is also extremely high, comparable to what you might pay for a full day of daycare for a human infant. While the business presents itself as a local operation, it is now corporately owned, and that shift shows. The pricing structure feels like nickel-and-diming -- charging extra for things like 10 minutes of fetch or even taking an updated profile photo of your dog is excessive and leaves a bad taste. This place may have been a great local business at one point, but between the operational inefficiencies and the aggressive add-on pricing, it no longer feels customer-focused. For the amount they charge, clients deserve a smoother, more respectful experience -- especially those of us who have been loyal and consistently paying customers.