I just adopted my first dog (after having dogs in the family, this is much different) and she's a…read moresweet but very anxious dog. I wasn't sure what to do and having Shawn help me identify the behaviors of fearful dogs and give me tips on how to bring her out of her shell, my dog has made huge strides in only a couple weeks. Shawn was COVID respectful when she came over for an in-house visit and I felt safe the entire time. You can tell she is in this business to help dogs and their owners and to help everyone be healthy and happy. I can't wait to keep working with her!

I found Shawn on Instagram and reached out to her to inquire about training our 2 yr. old rescue…read morecattle dog, Mila. Right away, I knew it was going to be a good find. After our first session with Shawn at our home, she wrote us a very long email with her analysis on Mila's emotions and why she does what she does, what gear to buy her to protect her and others, and what to incentivize her with. Mila is afraid of most new people, especially women, and COVID really took a toll on her because it put a halt to all our hard work in socializing her. Shawn knew exactly what to do and gave us tips on how to be consistent with her even after our appointment. The best part about Shawn is she will answer the phone or text us whenever we have a question. So it isn't just about the hour and a half you have with her, it is an on-going relationship and resource. Mila isn't completely over her fears, but we haven't had a growl/ bark incident since Shawn because we have been taught how to react properly. In addition, Mind Body Dog boards pups too, which I can't wait to try since Mila will be learning while she is there. I'm very thankful for meeting Shawn and Mila is too!

Love this place for boarding and training. David's love and care for animals is a wonder to be…read morehold. Be confident your pup will be well cared for.

We have been taking our black lab here for about two years now for boarding and they are always so…read moregreat. My husband and I travel quite a bit and it's so nice to know we have a safe place to leave our dog while we are on our travels. Destiny is always very responsive and they are able to take Tucker even on a very last minute notice. They always send pictures of him playing in the yard and you can also ask for updates throughout the stay. They are also one of the most affordable overnight kennels in the LA area. They are open 7am - 7pm which makes pick up and drop off. I could not recommend them more!

We signed up for the summer puppy class in Pasadena. Sharon was our instructor and she was so…read moreawesome. I highly recommend Tully's Training. They do great teaching us humans how to properly work with our pups. Highly recommend. We look forward to doing more classes as our girl grows.

Tully's training is a well organized and pre-planned service. Our trainer Sharon was awesome!!…read more You learn new and helpful training tips each session. We never felt rushed even though each session is only an hour Sharon always provided extra time if needed. If you have never done training with your dog this is definitely the way to go!!

We had an amazing experience with Elite K9 Group in Sherman Oaks. Before training, our dog had…read moreissues with nipping, pulling on the leash, and not listening to basic commands. Walks were stressful, and we couldn't fully enjoy having him around guests or in public. After completing their 4-week board and train program, our dog came back completely different. The transformation was honestly incredible. He walks calmly on the leash, listens to commands, and is much more balanced overall. The biggest change for us is at home -- the whole environment feels peaceful now. Even my three-year-old can walk him on a leash and control him confidently. That alone says everything about the quality of training. Now we can take him to Starbucks and local grocery stores without stress and truly enjoy being dog owners again. We're beyond grateful and highly recommend Elite Canine Group to anyone serious about changing their dog's behavior. Thank you Simon And Voskan for the great work!

I used to have a golden retriever who was a big part of my life, so when I got my new puppy, Moka,…read moreI knew I wanted to give her the best care and training possible. That's when I found Andy's Pet Grooming, and I'm so glad I did! Not only have they done a fantastic job grooming Moka -- he always comes home looking and smelling amazing -- but I also enrolled her in their full four-week obedience training program. The results have been incredible! Moka is more well-behaved, responsive, and confident, and it's made such a difference in our daily routine. The team at Andy's is professional, kind, and truly passionate about what they do. I'm super happy with the services and highly recommend them to any pet parent looking for quality grooming and training. Moka gives them two paws up!

I can't say enough great things about Greg our trainer! He worked with my dog Truffle a couple of…read moreyears ago and gave us an amazing foundation. Fast Forward Life happened, routines changed, and I'll admit I wasn't consistent with continuing the training as I should have been. Over time, I started to notice some old behaviors creeping back in. Reached out for some fine-tuning, and within just a few days, my pup and I are completely back on track. It's incredible how quickly Greg was able to assess what was needed and get us refocused. Not only does he train the dog -- he gives us humans tools to succeed -- which makes all the difference (if you keep up the work). If you're looking for someone who truly cares about long-term results and is there when you need a reset, or help I highly recommend Greg! We're so grateful to have our confidence back and in a good rhythm again! Jas & Truffle

Was initially impressed with Greg, he did immediately move to a shock collar, but we tried to…read morereassure ourselves that it was necessary for our reactive dog. Actually boarded our dogs with him, requesting that they not be in contact with any other dogs. Left more than enough food for the time we were gone. When we returned to pick the dogs up, he opened the gate and we were met by a loose dog, which he was training (Greg had dropped the leash as to not stainless his back), our dogs had both lost about 10 lbs, and when we got home one of the dogs threw up undigested hot dogs, and had an abscess on his face due to a dog bite. Overall, I would never recommend Greg for training or boarding, nor trust him with my dogs again.

Michelle has been walking our Airedale terrier, Duke, for two years now. I would highly recommend…read moreMichelle. She is reliable, experienced and professional. Duke enjoys Michelle's company and her consistency. Although Duke can be high-energy, Michelle handles him like a pro. We love the comfort of knowing that Duke is getting exercised and being well taken care of. Just recently, we had Michelle house-sit for us while on vacation. We were happy to have someone we could trust our home and our Duke with. Michelle has always helped us feel at ease when away from home. We've been so grateful.

Michelle takes great care of our dog, Rocko. She's been walking him for about six months now and I…read morehave to say she is awesome! My girlfriend and I moved to Burbank around the same time we started working with Michelle and she's made our lives so much easier. We can tell Michelle has a deep love for dogs and treats them with respect and great care. Michelle is very reliable, accommodating and takes amazing photos! It's so nice to get a great photo of Rocko playing and having fun while we're at work. We highly recommend Michelle and encourage you to let your dog enjoy the day while you're away!

When we brought Bruno home at just four months old, we had no idea what we'd gotten ourselves into…read more Those first few days were tough--until Anastasia came to the rescue. She walked in with a calm, confident presence, taking the time to observe, listen, and truly understand our puppy. Watching her work was incredible. Her ability to read Bruno's behavior was very impressive. She didn't just teach commands--she taught us how to understand and communicate with our dog. Thanks to her, Bruno went from a wild ball of energy to a happy, well-behaved pup who couldn't wait for his training sessions.

When I adopted my sweet but fearful rescue dog, Echo, he was aggressive and unpredictable - leaving…read moreboth physical and emotional scars on me almost daily. The universe brought Anastasia to me at the exact right moment. She is calm, kind and patient beyond what is necessary. Her energy is positive and reassuring and put both me and Echo at ease from the moment we met her. From the beginning, Anastasia made sure I knew I wasn't on this journey alone. Through all of the challenges and setbacks (of which there were many!), she has never been more than a phone call, text message or email away. She picked up on Echo's needs almost immediately and taught me how to use his positive traits to my advantage. Because I learned how to reward my dog for the absence of aggression, rather than discipline him for its presence, we now live in a predictable space that is safe for both me and Echo. There is no amount of money that could buy what Anastasia gave to us. In just a few short sessions, she taught me a lifetime's worth of doggie behavior knowledge. Now when behavior issues do crop up, I know how to address them thanks to the toolbox of knowledge that she armed me with. My bond with the dog that used to bite me if I tried to pet him is now stronger than ever. Echo goes everywhere with me (including work!) because I know how to set him up for success and he can trust me not to put him in situations that will trigger his insecurities. I am forever indebted to Anastasia. She restored harmony in our house and helped me rediscover the joys of being a pet parent.

Marth is the best dog trainer I've ever worked with! I have a pug who was showing leash aggression…read moreand a handful of classes with Marth really did wonders for him. In our classes we uncovered that my pug's aggression and behavior was stemming from boredom and a lack of structure. Each lesson with Marth was a different area of focus on things like structured playtime the right way, creating mentally stimulating activities for your dog, dealing with distractions in your environment, behavior around other dogs in a social environment, providing structure and consistent communication to your dog on walks, and so much more! Marth does give you the tips and the tools needed to improve your dog's behavior, but it is also very much on the owner to apply those principles and lessons to the time you spend with your dog outside of class. Now my pug walks by my side instead of pulling ahead, is significantly better with handling the distractions of other people and dogs around, and overall seems noticeably happier! The sessions are such a great way for owners to bond with their dog and a rewarding experience for both sides. Can't recommend enough!

With graduation a few tests away, this review is overdue…read more Summary (Pre-A1 K9 Training): - 5.5 months old at the time of our consultation with Marth - 1.5 months of training with a positive reinforcement trainer - Knew basic commands (sit, stay, down, come), but Mochi had no desire to do them unless you dangled treats in his face (50-50 success rate, depending on whether he was hungry for a snack) - Potty training in the house was 50-50 on whether he would aim well - Not a fan of walking, ever - Also not a fan of curbs--he would shake in fear when he got close to them - Zero recall - Considering dog parks and doggie day care, based on the suggestions of others - Ridiculously great at puzzles - Crate-trained Summary (Post-A1 K9 Training): - 1 year old at graduation - 6.5 months of balanced training with Marth - Basic commands on cue with hand signals (sit, stay, down, come) - Tricks on command with hand signals - Can actually visit his nana's house, since he's potty trained - Can cross streets and enjoys walking - Can jump off/on curbs (beds and stairs too) - Off-leash hikes - Definitely no dog parks and doggie day care, based on the rewards of working/playing with Mochi ourselves - Still great at puzzles - Upgraded from a crate to a cactus in his crate - AKC Canine Good Citizen - AKC Novice Trick Dog Background: Mochi and I started working with a positive reinforcement trainer when he was 2.5 months old. After 6 weeks at $100 a session (this was the cash discount too), I was ready to throw in the towel. He still peed off the pad at home, had no desire to walk, wouldn't obey commands unless he was in the mood, and I was now the proud owner of two wooden cooking spoons and a ton of peanut butter that should have taught him how to heel. After hours of Yelp research, I stumbled across A1 K9 Training. Consultation: When I first scheduled the consultation with Marth, I was blown away by how detailed and thorough his email was--my favorite part was the map for the park with the area he would meet us at circled. Marth asked me to run Moch through basic commands, and he asked what other issues we were struggling with. He reviewed his expectations with us--1 video a week of training, 1 video a week of play, no dog parks, no doggie daycare, and attend our classes within the given timeframe. Pricing/Contract: We signed up for the A1 K9 Package after Marth decided we were committed enough to join the A1 K9 pack. The price includes 20 private sessions and 1 WHOLE YEAR of social class. If you count the 2-3 social classes/month, it works out to 24-36 additional training opportunities. 20 private classes + a minimum of 24 social classes = 44 classes. $3,200/44 classes = $72.73/class. That's $27.27 cheaper than our prior trainer AND you'll actually build a relationship with your dog that isn't dependent on them being hungry. Training: I learned Moch values play more than any treat, and you can use play to train. After mastering the basics, Moch gave a full demonstration of walking on his terms--a full sploot of terror in the middle of the street with paws grappling for traction on the pavement. We couldn't even make it all the way across the street, no matter how much I cajoled him. After an hour of teaching me how to build Moch's confidence and how to be a better cheerleader, we were actually walking! Marth encouraged us to start attending social classes, but I wasn't sure Moch would be ready for it. Big. Mistake. Start taking your pup to social class as soon as possible. Moch is obsessed with making friends--he whines when you don't let him greet other dogs and extend the invitation to play. Social class taught him only certain dogs want to play with him, and it gave me a chance to work on being the most exciting playmate he has. One of the other benefits is the community Marth has built. Everyone was so supportive, even when Moch decided to boycott walking halfway through social class (to my great embarrassment). Last week, Mochi took his AKC CGC test and PASSED. Moch also got his AKC Novice Trick Dog Title, and we have begun preparations to take the AKC CGC Community test this upcoming week. Training with Marth was worth the hard work and 2-hour round trip on Fridays (in traffic). Moch and I get to truly enjoy our time together now, and we finally get to go off-leash hiking! Thanks a million, Marth!