Was really impressed at the outset, and got lots of great strategies for my reactive dog. As…read morethings continued to stagnate, I had to work harder to get replies about our ongoing behavior problems. A year after our first meeting, was having problems, and begging for an intervention. Over a year later, with similar problems (no blame on Manners Unleashed), I got the "good luck in your search for other solutions" e-mail. I really felt left out in the cold, right when I really needed help. I have recommended several friends to Chris for mild behavior problems with great results...for more persistent/serious problems, I felt that the desire to develop ongoing change was missing and left to chance. Dealing with a reactive dog is a life-long challenge that needs a commitment from all parties: dog, owner, and trainer. Updates 6/2013: Chris contacted me several months later and did a short board and train to follow up on our request. Not very timely, but very helpful and professional.

Awesome. Can't believe what Chris she for our dog. She worked wonders on our dog. She is very…read morewell rounded with every dog, never met anyone who didn't own a bulldog who knew had to handle them so well. My dog is so much better on the leash now. She gives simple instructions, that really works. She'll tell you something and you'll sit there and go DUH why didn't I think of that. I will recommend this program to anyone.

I really enjoyed the direct and sometimes humorous approach of the puppy kindergarten. At a very…read moreyoung age our pup was learning some good behaviors and we (his people) were learning how our approaches effect our pooch.

The instructor was not for us. It seemed like pit bulls were not a breed she'd want to work with…read more(which we have a pit bull). She scared me when she said my chihuahua and scottie will absolutely never get along with our newly adopted pittie Koa. She also said Pittie's were hard to train and that she would need at least 6 sessions at almost $1k to train our pittie when Chris had him trained in 2 weeks. She also mentioned about him "hurting" our toddler and even offered to "re-home" our Ko It's six months since we've adopted our Pittie and they're BFFs. Anyone with pitties PLEASE DO NOT go here!

I loved my puppy class. I learned so many tricks and tools you can use to socialize and prevent bad…read morebehavior. The instructor was informative and attentive remembering dogs and owners names. She would always use a puppy as an example and take the time to address all questions. She encouraged participation. Okay owners it is OUR responsibility to continue to reinforce what we learn in class at home to help train and socialize the dog. Now you only get 3 sessions so if more is needed they offer a manners class and one on one training. I have taken the tricks I have learned and even started to train my 4 year old Pomerania dachshund. This class has definitely made at Home puppy care much easier. I regret not getting my older pups trained. I definitely recommend.

Just finished Manners Foundation class with my puppy. All the training is done with positive…read morereinforcement, no negative consequences. My instructor, Mary, had lots of helpful hints and gave ME plenty of positive feedback. My puppy walks nicely on a leash, even ignoring cars (which she was trying to chase when we started). She has a pretty solid stay and recall. She does "touch" with her nose which is very handy for many things. I am very happy with our progress in this class and recommend it highly.

Great place for doggie daycare! Isabelle is always excited to come in and leaves exhausted until…read morethe next day. Happy she found a place to be dog.

We've been bringing our shepherd mix here for two years for hydro therapy and love everyone here…read more He really looks forward to seeing Vanessa and getting his swim on. From our perspective, the hydro therapy has worked wonders. He's a completely different dog these days. Unleashed ensures that hydrotherapy is always overseen by a vet tech - a big deal to us. If your pet could benefit from hydrotherapy please check out Unleashed.

Endless PAWSibilities is amazing. The owner Lauren has taken my dog, who was on her way to a new…read morehome at the age of 6 months, because she was hurting my older dog. She was rough and difficult to deal with. Lauren came to my rescue. Taught me some amazing skills to get my girl to listen. She has made herself available to me and my dog for my dogs entire lifespan. She makes no requirements of any of us. Unlike most pet training where you pay per session or for a specific number of sessions. With Endless Pawsibilities it's a flat rate for the life of your dog. My girl is amazing and is still here 2 years later. At 3 years old she is now my old dogs best friend. That is because of Lauren! YOU WILL NEVER VE SORRY WITH LAUREN AND ENDLESS PAWSibilities

I chose this business because they have good reviews. Bit they do not answer my calls or return…read morethem.

Finding the right trainer for a reactive dog can feel overwhelming, but working with Rocky Junior's…read moreDog Training made all the difference for us. Our dog Sophie had leash reactivity that made walks stressful and unpredictable. From the first session, Jeff Salter approached the issue with patience, clarity, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. He focused on helping Sophie feel safe and confident rather than just trying to "stop" the behavior. Jeff taught us how to read Sophie's body language, manage triggers, and respond calmly in real-world situations. The techniques were practical and easy to apply on everyday walks--not just during training sessions. We saw steady progress, quicker recovery when triggers appeared, and a noticeable improvement in Sophie's overall confidence. What I appreciated most was how supportive and judgment-free the process was. Reactivity can be stressful for owners, and Jeff made us feel capable instead of discouraged. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, compassionate reactive dog trainer in Tacoma, I highly recommend Rocky Junior's Dog Training. This experience truly improved our walks and our relationship with our dog.

Jeff Salter the owner of Rocky Junior's Dog Training was recommended to me by Mud Bay Pet Store…read more He has so much experience in dog training and behavior. I am grateful I hired him for my very reactive dog Luna. Not only did Luna learn so much from Jeff but so did my husband and me. His approach is positive, gentle and affective. He covers everything. Highly recommend. Janet C.

I've been training my dog with Cathy Horrocks since he was a pup. I was so impressed with her…read morepositive and effective training methods, and her ability to assess each dog and give individualized recommendations. She really understands dogs and how they think. She has pointed out things about my dog that I did not realize myself. I strongly suspect that she was a dog in a previous life! Cathy is knowledgeable and skilled with all dog breeds and issues. My dog and I continued training with her after achieving basic good manners because her classes are so much fun! Cathy has helped me train my dog to achieve a Canine Good Citizen certificate, Therapy Dog International certificate, and agility championship. Frisco is the #1 Miniature Schnauzer for 2010 competing in NADAC agility. I have been training with Cathy for 8 years now, and my new puppy will be starting with her soon. ~ Karen & Frisco (& Desi, too)

Simply put, Cathy Horrocks understand both dogs and people. When others gave up on our dog ( which…read morein retrospect I realize now that they were actually giving up on me too!), she didn't and 9 years later, this dog is now amazingly helping us to raise our new Labrador retriever puppy. This new pup, when old enough and bones finish growing, will be getting to know Cathy as well when we continue in her agility courses.

My neighborhood dog group decided to throw a little Saint Patrick's Day party here for us, family…read moreand friends. I was told she was offered a great deal for the rental and some homemade dog treats. Parking was a bit confusing as the parking nearby the business was full and there was a spot that we think was free to use but not sure. As we entered, we were greeted by a staff member who let us in and the space is huge! There were plenty of toys, a dog pool, and little obstacles for dogs to enjoy to their hearts' content! They even have a hose to fill up the pool or just have your dogs chase around. There were little cubbies and lots of areas to hang leashes, coats, and other stuff on. They had Youtube videos playing too. The dog treats were so creative. They had cannoli, biscuits, and much more. All of our dogs seemed to have enjoy the treats greatly, no treats were left behind. All of the dogs seemed to be enjoying themselves as they just had so much to do or other dogs to play with. Definitely look forward to coming back here to throw future dog parties as our group loves to do little events for our fur babies.

This place is super cute decor with friendly and kind staff, but what makes me nervous is how tiny…read moreit is with how many dogs they allow. It made me wonder about the ratio balance between humans vs dogs. I had dropped my dog off for a behavioral assessment, as we have trips coming up and I'm looking for boarding care. This is not where I'm personally comfortable leaving my pup, as the ratio seemed to be 1 human to 15 or 20 dogs in an indoor-only, less than 1500sq foot space. The good news is they are so kind and nice humans, if I was rating them they'd earn 5+++ stars as I'd leave my dog in their care anytime! The problem I had was the physical space (super tiny!) and the ratio of dogs, as they allowed 3 or 4 pups to greet my dog while 15 or so were in a hallway-type space patiently waiting and sooooo well-behaved, to greet and play. The space for playing is very limited, about 1/2 the size of a classroom, and while it's clean and the staff are super lovely, it's probably not the best fit for our pup who loves to play fetch and run. Parking is also super tricky in this neighborhood, as there isn't a parking lot or spaces reserved for the business.