The change I saw in my dog was crazy! The moment training began it was instant. Allaire was super…read moresweet and just a fun time to be around! It didn't ever feel like training since she would take us to the coolest spots in Virginia Beach. Communication was always number one on both of our ends which helped so much, she was extremely flexible with scheduling since my roommate and I had completely opposite schedules, but we both wanted to participate in training. Buddy did great, as I've continued to train with him on my own using everything she taught us, he is truly a changed pup! Easier to handle and bring out into public which was a major goal of mine when I met with Allaire. All the pictures are of one happy pup during training!

Expensive - $2000 +$200 in e-collar, prong collar, and misc. stuff…read more Company owner didn't do the regular instruction, she had a nice young woman doing the instructing- one on one. 20 instruction meetings approximately 45 minutes. Communication with owner was poor. Text only. Occasional group classes (2).

We currently have a an 8 month old red nose pit bull that is very hyper and to be honest just out…read moreof control. I have a small child in my house and decided that if we were to keep the dog we had to get a dog trainer in the home to correct some of his behaviors. My husband searched around on Craigslist and decided on Travis. When Travis arrived to our home he was very professional and prepared to immediately begin working. Within the first few minutes of Travis interacting with our dog we noticed a change in behavior. Clearly we were not interacting with him properly which is part of the problem. After the first lesson my dog was coming on command to his name and learning self control. After our second lesson he was learning not to bother my small child as he played nearby. We have 4 more lessons in our package but as of now we are definitely satisfied with the progress the dog is making.

Travis is an amazing dog trainer. He reshaped our Great Danes behavior when it came to leach…read morewalking and listening. We have been to Care A Lot's training for their puppy training and it did nothing for our dog. Travis came to our house and sets up a personalized training program for what our dog needed. I highly recommend Travis!!!

We love Kilo! We recently got a new dog who has ENDLESS energy which made training her seem…read moreimpossible because she could not sit still for more than 1 second. She also struggled on walks because of the constant pulling to the point we worried she would hurt herself. We decided to start with a private session with Kilo One where they came into our home and worked on walking on the leash with her. It was immediately clear they knew exactly what they were doing and saw progress after just one session! We ultimately decided on sending our pup for a 3-week board and train where she could get more practice to help her cement all the basics down. After coming home we have noticed a huge difference. She responds much more consistently to all her commands (sit ,stay, down, place, kennel, etc.) but also is doing much better on walks! We were hesitant at first sending her away for so long but Jon and Haley were great! We got so many updates and pictures/ videos along the way that put us at ease. We would truly recommend Kilo One to all our friends and family, it has been a game changer! We look forward to continuing our pups training with them!

Your dog is NOT safe here and DO NOT TRUST THESE PEOPLE ALONE WITH YOUR DOG! My dog was attacked by…read moreanother dog during a 4 week board and train twice in the same day here on 06/21/21. They had a fight in the morning and a second one in the evening. The dogs were left unattended, together during day play. The "handlers" apparently blew the airhorns to get the other dog to stop attacking my dog, that didn't work so then ran to get Adam. What if he wasn't there? My dog would probably not be here today. My dog and the other dog were put back together later the same day, which does not make any sense to anyone with a functioning brain. I didn't know the extent of my dogs injuries due to the attack. Adam tried to negotiate with me to pay the vet bill from his vet even before me being able to see my dog. MY DOG GOT ATTACKED DUE TO YOUR NEGLIGENCE. He offered to give me a free week if I paid $500-600 for the vet bill. Just goes to show you how absolutely money hungry he is and what he's willing to put at risk ( YOUR DOG). I took my dog to our regular vet that Thursday and he had to have 2 drains surgically put into his leg to let it drain and keep swelling down. Not once did Adam apologize for what happened. Not once did he express any compassion or sympathy. That's when I realized it's all just money for him. You and your dog are just another dollar sign to him. This is just a warning for those of you thinking of coming here. He hires people off the street who have 0 dog training or experience with handling dogs to work for him. He is an extremely rough handler, i've watched him myself. The things that are done to your dog when no one is watching makes my blood boil. Please think twice about what may happen to your pup while in their care. My dog paid the price, don't let yours also. We've had a long 3 years of recovery for my dog to be able to trust other people and dogs again. He will never be the dog that he was before because of Adam and Obedient Paws. Please, if you love your dog, don't walk, RUN far away from this place and this man. You will be doing your dog the greatest service.

My wife and our five month old Lab pup learned so much, from walking leashed obediently, to off…read moreleash recall - this is an amazing program! Especially for our puppy who was shall we say a bit hard-headed. It's been a month since we finished our training, and she is still benefiting from what we learned.

We had an excellent experience with Dory, our dog trainer and saw a noticeable difference in our…read moredog right away, our English bulldog, Kovu. What really stood out was how she took the time to explain the specific traits and characteristics of our dog's breed and personality. That insight alone helped us understand our dog on a completely different level. Her training techniques were clear, effective, and easy to apply at home even though we only have few sessions. Instead of just telling us what to do, she explained why certain methods work, which made a huge difference in how consistent and confident we felt during training. You can tell she genuinely cares--not just about training the dog, but about making sure the owners are set up for long-term success. The guidance she provided has made everyday interactions with our dog so much smoother. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, patient, and effective dog trainer. Thank you Dory! Will see you soon.

Dory Hoffman is a God send for our rescue dog Tux and us! Our dog was neglected and crated outside…read moreby the previous owner and suffers from extreme separation anxiety displaying destructive behavior. The night before her home training she gave us instructions on how to crate him at night and IT WORKED! He slept peacefully all night. The day of our training, we learned techniques only someone with her decades of expertise would know. My husband who had pets since childhood was surprised by what he didn't know. Dory taught us how to teach him boundaries and how to make the crate a positive experience. Dory's in-home assessment, training tools and positive learning techniques set us up for success. We are looking forward to joining her group training as our next step. Thank you Dory for what you do!

Incredible team of professionals who truly care about our dogs. Willy and Addie love Autumn and…read moreRae. From training to walking to boarding Keene Pack is exceptional.

An amazing and knowledgeable group of people that take such good care of their dogs. They'll love…read moreyour dog as their own. They have the best rates I've found in the Hampton Roads area for walks AND training. I don't know what I'd do without them - they've done so much for us, and give me peace of mind everyday. My Rosie has been with them since May 2019 and absolutely adores her walker, Jenn, and just completed her basic obedience training course last week.

Ms. Deborah is an amazing trainer. She helped me get my Mastif on the right track in the puppies…read moreclass. Small class sizes allow for more one on one time and has taugh me to be a better puppy mom. She shares lots of stories to help cement home the techniques she is teaching which helped me immensely so I did not feel like a total failure when I did not get things right. Very patient and willing to go the extra mile to teach us the basics. if you are willing to listen, learn and put in the time Ms. Deborah will teach you how to be a great pup parent.

My dog Raine and I had the privilege of training under Deborah at PLAYFUL PUPS TRAINING CENTER. I…read morewas so impressed with how dog training has changed over the years . Deborah teaches methods that involve positive reinforcement without non force methods. My dog and I have a better relationship having worked under Deborah's guidance. Deborah's run through class helped me and my girl Raine pass our certification for CGC/TDI . Deborah will teach you beyond sit, stay, and come. She has the knowledge and skills to help bond you and your dog and also have Sooooooooo much fun getting there. 10

I've been bringing my dogs to Four Paws since 2007. The owners and staff show a high level of care…read moreand attention to the dogs that attend. My first dog was a rescue and went through training with Lisa Marie, who did an excellent job. He ended up attending daycare almost every weekday of his life until he passed in 2022 at the age of 18. To this day I attribute his long life to the love (and the activity) that he was given by the staff at Four Paws on a daily basis. Since his passing I got a new puppy that has been attending daycare every weekday as well. She can't wait to go every day, and rushes to the front door when we arrive in the morning. You know that you are at a great place for your dog when the staff is as excited to see the dog as much as your dog is excited to see them. The prices at Four Paws are very reasonable, especially compared to other options nearby. I have temporarily tried other facilities (mostly due to the pandemic), but none stand up to the level of Four Paws. I've recommended them to other dog owners I know and they are now regular daycare attendees as well. If you bring your dogs to Four Paws both you and your dogs will not be disappointed!

The only place my wife, and I trust to watch our dogs. We have been choosing Four Paws for 5…read moreyears, and have used almost every service they offer. Daycare is great for our 8mo Basset Hound, Ladybird, it takes some of that puppy energy out of her. Ladybird runs in, and isn't the least bit scared when we pull up (shows me she is well cared for, as she is a bit of a diva). The first time I picked her up from daycare she pouted in the parking lot for 5 minutes since she did not want to leave.