I highly, highly recommend Secret Lake Dog Training…read more As first time dog owners we wanted to make sure our new puppy would be a well behaved, polite dog. So we enrolled in the "Puppy Kindergarten" class. Karen uses positive reinforcement and consistency in order to foster a mutual understanding and respect between you and your dog. You can check her website out to read about her methods, available classes, etc. The classes are well structured and organized. Karen is a extremely kind person who truly cares about you and your dog and goes above and beyond to to do whatever she can for you. Thanks to Karen's expertise we now have a very well behaved puppy who knows how to greet people, come when called, sit, down stay, leave it, and much more. Thank you Karen!

From the owner: Specialize in fun and educational in home training for the family puppy and dog…read more Over 15 years experience working with families and their dogs. Methods are kind and educational. Reward based, science based. Comprehensive handouts are provided.

Steve is fantastic with dogs, his intuition with how to relate to dogs and the way their minds work…read moreand the simplicity of his method, I wish I had the discipline that he does because he gets fantastic results. Thank you Steve!

I was feeling very helpless with my puppy, i was frantically looking for trainers and I didn't…read moreexpect such a quick response. Steve immediately contacted me and sympathized with my situation and was able to come train my puppy within days of calling. I am beyond pleased with not only what he has taught my dog, but with what he has taught me as well. I can say i'm feeling much more confident after this training session, and I would strongly recommend Steve to anyone. Thank you so much Steve, looking forward to much calmer days with my puppy thanks to you!

Got a great recommendation from Bryan Colletti, about a personal dog trainer named Stef Corbeil…read more She was absolutely phenomenal, extremely personable, accommodating, and my Belgian Malinois George loved getting trained by her. If you are looking for an excellent teacher, do not hesitate to give Behavior Unleashed a call and you won't regret it. Her record speaks for itself and her teaching skills are impeccable. Every time she got done working with George I noticed the results immediately. No doubt, five star rating! Keep up the great work Stef!!

From the owner: Behavior Unleashed LLC offers professional dog training and behavior consultations to clients in…read moreManchester, CT and surrounding areas. We specialize in evaluations to help you select a new puppy or dog that is the right fit for your family. Many clients select from one of our 3 customized puppy programs which are all designed to get your new puppy off to the right start!

LEDR Dog Training's Laura DeMaio Roy is not only a gifted and talented trainer of all dog breeds,…read moreshe is FUN to work with, and the nicest person you could ever meet. She can address any dog training need thrown at her, whether it's behavior challenges at home or taking tricks to the next level. Highly recommended!

From the owner: Set your puppy up for success: customized training, faster results, on your schedule!…read more LEDR Dog Training provides reward-based in-home dog training customized to meet the needs of your family. Training is fun, empowering, and most importantly, effective! LEDR Dog Training specializes in starting puppies, high energy dogs, functional obedience, problem solving, home behavior, and trick training.

I can agree with all reviews thus far. Dan is one outstanding dog trainer and what really is a…read morehuman trainer. My girlfriend, Blue, adopted a chihuahua mix puppy, who is named Oreo, in FL to be her service dog in February or March of 2025. Before I met her (long story short, pen pals for 13 years and just met in person in the spring), Oreo's training in my personal opinion and in Dan's first eyes was minimal but effective for what Blue needed Oreo to be as a young puppy on the go. Oreo was hotel trained as Blue travels for work as an ambassador and an artist; so potty pads, lots of toys and freedom, no structure or schedule, and so on. When Blue and Oreo moved in I was already in the middle of a stressful week of work (I work nights) and really had zero patients for all the pee and poop on every carpet/rug in the house. Was pulling out my hair and made having a relationship un wanting. We had one dog session with with another trainer in July who was very difficult to schedule but the one session Blue and Oreo went to (I was working) gave us an idea that there needs to be some structure. Day one with Dan opened up Blue's eyes as, she'll even admit it, she was being an enabler. He came to the house and told us the don't dos, watched our interactions, gave us some commands, both appreciated and constructive criticism, and really gave me peace of mind. I say me because Blue had a hard couple days not following his instructions after the training, and still does.... Day two a week later we went to his establishment and we went over walking and interactions with other dogs. Dan told Blue she was doing a much better job this week as it is/was very difficult for her to adapt to these new lifestyle changes. Oreo too was also much better behaved as I (we) have been tough on her. Day three Blue went by herself and they focused on walking as well as keeping Oreo stable when getting out of the car opposed to rushing out. I had had an opportunity for three weeks just myself and Oreo and I really honed in on commands and house rules. The training I received from Dan the two visits personally was worth every penny. She rarely potty's in the house and when she does it is on the pad we keep as a just in case. She responds well now to the spray bottle. Blue still has some work to do but work in progress.

We are so happy we went to Dan at Pawsitive Reinforcement Training. We decided to take our 1 year…read moreold lab for work on general manners and walking. Dan genuinely listened to what our concerns were and helped us understand how to issue corrections when rewards no longer work. I also think it's important to mention that Dan never made us feel bad or inadequate as pet owners. He always made it a point to acknowledge what we did well with our dog. He is very approachable and knowledgeable and we always felt like we can talk to him about anything. We signed up for the four session 1-on-1 training program and the difference week to week was incredible. Before working with Dan, I wasn't able to take my dog out in public without him pulling, barking at other dogs, and sniffing everything. Now he walks amazingly. Dan helped us take control of the walk. I can take him in public and he walks well on a loose leash. We have learned amazing tips on how to deal with distractions and just managing him overall. We still have our lovable, goofy dog; just with a lot more manners and better behavior. Thank you, Dan!

I live well over an hour away from Canine Academy but its well worth the hall to get there. Bill…read moreand Peggy are the owners. If you ask for a tour they show you everything, including thier house! They are very friendly and great with the dogs. Even if we haven't been there in months they still know the dogs by name and remember thier "quirks". They even follow any special instructions we give them like giving a bed time treat to the dogs everynight before bed. We've been to other kennels but none of them match up to the Academy. We don't trust anyone else with our dogs.

From the owner: Training For Problem Dogs -Specific Owner Issues -Obedience-Tracking- Retrieving-Water…read moreWork-Tricks-Housebreaking

Leading the Way has been a lifesaver for our family. Mel and Shannon are an amazing team, and I am…read moreso glad to have found them. My pup goes to doggy day care and leaps out of the car with excitement at every drop-off! She is socialized, exercised and happy, and it gives me incredible piece of mind. Thank you, Leading the Way!

Leading the Way is amazing! We've had two dogs over the years in their care. The first one was a…read morelow key senior, the second is a high energy puppy. Both dogs were/are comfortable and well cared for during daycare and overnight stays. Shannon and Mel have created a really special community space for dogs and their owners. Shannon's experience with training has been invaluable to us and our new puppy. She knows dogs more than any person we've ever met. They are kind, professional and engaged in our community. Plus, there's lots of laughs (very important with a puppy! ) If you need dog care, training or advice, Leading the Way is the place to go!

+ Amazing service + + Staff is salt of the earth +…read more+ Excellent prices + My wife and I go here even though we no longer live in the area - it's that great. The staff provide probably the friendliest, most helpful service I've ever received from a business, ever. I'm not being hyperbolic. They're always smiling, enthusiastic, helpful and knowledgeable. And human! I actually feel like I'm talking to human beings and not just someone who's paid to talk to me. This cannot be understated for a service business. The service is self-serve, but they're more than happy to help you with everything save actually washing your dog (it is self serve after all). They provide treats and will lend you a brush. You get two towels, but they'll always give you another if you need it (the air dryer for your station usually does the trick enough). They give you good shampoo for your pooch. The washing stations are well-maintained. There's hardly ever a station out of order. We go on weekends so there's no appointment needed. Cost is $21 which I think is a very fair price. Probably one of the best run businesses I've ever encountered. There's no reason not to go if you're in a 15 mile radius.

Looks like a new opening for DIY dog washing. Just bring your dog, they make it easy for you to do…read morethe rest. They had one bay at ground level for no-stair service for elderly dogs, and then at least 4 elevated tubs so pet owners don't have to stoop over. Each bay had a gated area to unleash my dog first and fold down stairs for my dog to walk up the stairs into the sink (no dice, we just picked ours up). Service was easy, they offered several shampoo selections that were included in the price of $18 for a wash, the stainless tubs were spacious and had easy access to tethers, a spray hose which was easy to regulate water temperature, drying towels, and a blow dryer with speed that you can control. They even offered me an apron to wear so I wouldn't get soaked and treats for during/after to help. Best part is you leave the items in the bay and walk out, they do the cleaning from there. Clearly owned/operated by dog lovers. Will definitely frequent between our dog's other grooming appointments. So thankful for the service and that I don't have to do in my own home and fuss over clean up and dog hair down the drain. We tried Petvalu in Canton before but they closed.