We have been using PetSmart, Dawsonville every six weeks for about 18 months…read more Our dog is an 80 pound Labradoodle with tightly curled hair. Nicole, our groomer has been absolutelywonderful! We asked for our Doodle to be cut in a very precise way, and she has cut it exactly as asked each time. Nicole has been wonderful in the way she grooms him, but also very gentle and compassionate. Fairly recently, our dog began having occasional seizures. In spite of being medicated, he has them on rare occasions. Recently, he had one at PetSmart as grooming was begnning. We were still in the store when it began. Both Nicole and Michelle took the most wonderful care of our dog! We were alerted, and came to his side within a few seconds, but were so very grateful for the love and compasion with which they treated him during his seizure. Previously, our dog was groomed at a boutique salon that specializes in Doodles in Milton. Each time he was groomed, there was an issue. This prompted our change. I have to say that I was reluctant to use a "chain store" at first. Now, we will go no where else! We have referred several other Doodle owners to Nicole or to this PetSmart grooming salon. In every case the owners were very pleased and like us, became repeat customers. If you read my reviews, you'll see that I call them as I see them. I cannot adequately express my appreciation for PetSmart's Dawsonvile Grooming Salon! They get my highest recommendation!

My mom and stepdad stopped by this PetSmart while they were out picking up a prescription for me,…read moreas I'm currently recovering from surgery. Since my dog has been cooped up with me, they decided to bring him in for a little mental stimulation while they were out. My stepdad noticed a few training cones set up with an open bag of treats nearby. Because an employee had already offered my dog treats when they entered the store, he genuinely thought the cones and treats were part of a store activity. He took a single treat and guided my dog through the cones once or twice. Before he really had a chance to process what was happening, an employee began loudly scolding him in front of other customers. My parents were caught completely off guard. They immediately apologized and explained that they had no idea the treats weren't meant for customers and had assumed they were part of the display. According to them, the employee dismissed their explanation and insisted they "knew better" and had done it anyway. There wasn't much of a conversation because they were so shocked by how aggressively they were being spoken to. Had they been given the chance, they would have happily replaced the treats or paid for the entire bag. This was clearly an honest misunderstanding, not someone intentionally taking something that wasn't theirs. Frankly, the employee should be embarrassed by how this was handled. A professional who works around unfamiliar dogs every day should know better than to escalate a situation by yelling at a customer. Besides being disrespectful, it's an unnecessary risk. You never know how an unfamiliar dog will respond when it perceives its owner is being aggressively confronted. Thankfully nothing happened, but it highlights just how inappropriate the reaction was. What made the situation even more telling was that another customer approached my parents afterward to apologize for how they had been treated. They said the employee's reaction was completely unnecessary and even mentioned they wouldn't be returning to the store after witnessing it. Mistakes happen, and this one could have been resolved with a calm, respectful explanation. Instead, what should have been a simple misunderstanding turned into an embarrassing public confrontation. That's not the kind of customer service anyone expects when visiting a pet store.

DO NOT SEND YOUR DOG HERE. I sent my precious black lab here for training due to my neighbors,…read morewhile he was here they called saying he "fainted and died" and that they found him with his tongue out of his mouth. they stopped answering the phone and took him to get cremated without my permission! never even provided his ashes. this was 6 months ago and I am still torn apart about it, at the same time grieving the loss of my big sister. I am 20 years old and I REALLY don't want this to traumatic thing to happen to anyone else.

This business is no longer operating at the address listed on the BBB, multiple websites and social…read moremedia. Off Leash Dog Academy is currently operating in Temple, GA and not in Dawsonville, GA. (the distance between the two cities is approximately 95 miles) This business is repeatedly and falsely advertising that it is in Dawsonville GA. This false information is posted across all platforms of social media and on the business' website. This is in an attempt to distract business away from a competitor and is false advertising. This business has been instructed on multiple occasions to cease using the incorrect address and use the current one. The information being portrayed to clients is misleading. This business trains live animals and doesn't disclose correct address to future clients.

would give 10 stars if I could. Worth the fee and the long drive on training days. I adopted my…read moreprecious pup Theo, while going through a personal loss. I haven't had a dog in 63 years and clueless about dogs. But through training (both mine and Theo's), I learned so much about dog behavior and how to be a good pup mom. Thanks to Teresa and the other trainers at Sit Means Sit for helping Theo be a well behaved little pup!!! He just loved his trainers who were responsible for the changes in him. Your success may be dependent upon your dedication to do homework drills with your dog. I was driven to help my sweet Theo succeed but I could not have done it without Teresa and friends at Sit Means Sit. Here is Theo's graduation day photo.

Eh, sorry guys but for the $ probably best to just watch YouTube videos on training. We had 4…read moreprivate sessions for $1200, didn't make any difference and in the long run rehoming our reactive dog was suggested (which we did not do) their main tool included in price is an ecollar which if I agreed with I could have just bought off Amazon‍

Contacting SIT UP N LISTEN was the best decision I have ever made. My German Shepherd ,that was six…read moreyears old, gave my a lot of problems from being hyper, not sitting in the car, barking like crazy when someone came to visit, pulling on the leash, not coming when called and a few other things. It was exhausting for me at times. My husband thought it was too late to train an almost 7 year old dog but I thought contacting Mona and getting a free demo would not hurt. Boy,was I right! After the demo I knew what I had to do and signed up for dog training lessons. What a difference! Mona has so much knowledge about the dogs, their body language and how to correct the owner during the training process when needed, sending clear signals to the dog so it will not get confused in what is expected of it. This strengthens the bond of the owner with the dog and both are happy with each other. In my case it is really true "You can teach a dog new tricks and obedience. I am enjoying my life with my dog so much now and am looking forward to training my future dog. The owner and their four-legged companion both win with SIT UP N LISTEN!

I recommend that anyone with a dog in need of some manners call Sit Up N Listen immediately! Run,…read moredon't walk, to the phone and call Mona. She is a true miracle worker with dogs. I rescued a lovely 6 year old male Portuguese Water Dog who had somehow gotten away from his previous owners and was found wandering around the North Georgia Mountains. I was keen to make sure that the same thing didn't happen again since my new buddy clearly had strong instincts to chase things. He also had no idea that a human was on the other end of his leash and would drag me into his chase with the squirrels too. After just 2 weeks with Mona, my dog was happier, more confident, and wonderfully obedient. And I'm happier as a result too. I am no longer being pulled to and fro and he can walk by a squirrel without going completely nuts. The progress she made with him in such a short time was nothing short of miraculous! I am forever grateful to Mona for her patience, insight, skill, knowledge, kindness and most of all for the love she shared with my new best friend. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Mona!

Sara & Lucinda love what they do! Their care, love & training of our young pup was professional…read more Paddington was sweet w/a loyal personality but was our "tornado"so much energy, running, jumping & dominant over our 12 yr old English Cream. We received texts & videos each day & were amazed at what we saw! He learned sit,heal, place & leave it on command!The Lodge was luxury in every way; immaculate,attention to cleanliness & detail-located next to their home for security & safety; Highly recommend Ducktown Lodge for board, train & excellent care

From the owner: Ducktown Lodge, where all dog breeds are welcome, focuses exclusively on medium to large-sized…read moredogs. Our state-of-the-art facility offers lodging, training, and playtime in a unique setting, providing a safe, stimulating, and enriching environment for your furry friend. Enjoy boarding with training at our beautiful, open three-acre property. Relax during your vacation knowing your dog is having a great time in a comfortable home setting., knowing your dog is busy, happy, and having fun in a comfortable home setting.

My two mini Aussies are so happy and have an extra pep in their step after leaving Mandy's Pet Spa…read more Perfectly shaped, smelling fabulous, extra care taken to deal with Aussie's special grooming needs. Lots of field running and quicker kennel Baths left them with ear and ruff matts but the experienced groomers at Mandy's knew exactly how remove and reshape. The knowledgable and loving staff go to great lengths to ensure their doggie clients look their best and their owners feel great, not broke.

Mandy's always does a great job for our two fur babies. Good work, great price and they take great…read morecare of them while they are there.