I cannot say enough great things about Alisha! She customizes her training for YOUR dog, YOUR…read morefamily, and YOUR goals. When we first met Alisha, some of my goals for my recently rescued pup was to be able to go in public settings (farmers markets, festivals, breweries, going for walks in the neighborhood, etc). Kallie now does ALL of the above without causing a ruckus (no reactivity/barking/jumping) towards other dogs or humans. We get so many compliments on her manners and people don't even know she is there unless you see her. She even does 5Ks with me now! Alisha works to help you and your pup truly communicate effectively and understand each other. (Photo tax of my adorable Kallie when we were introducing a kayak)

From the owner: Welcome to The Duncan School, we're happy you are here! We're dog lovers, just like you, and know…read morehow adventurous life can be with one by your side. We also know that the better the dog is trained, the more fun it is! We offer several options from puppy basics to advanced service dog task training. Lessons are designed to guide you and your dog to be a successful team. You'll learn new skills through baby steps to ensure clear communication is established, confidence is built and maintained, and the trust between you two is mutual all while having fun! The skills are reinforced by positivity and homework assignments. Classes are completed in person; at this time we do not offer boarding/training.

I can't say enough good things about our dog trainer, Justin Perry. I have nothing bad to say and…read morewhat I do have to say is all true. We searched the internet for a dog trainer and met several before we chose Justin. We weren't sure how our pup Luna (short for "Lunatic") would react as she is not a friendly dog and is wary of strangers, males and kids but she had no issues with Justin at all. We have numerous dog problems; Luna is an alpha, not social, barks all the time and needs a lot of work. Justin started with the basics and had her walking on a leash (which was difficult to do before Justin started with her) and is working with her on all basic skills. To our friends I refer to Justin as a "dog whisperer" (I have never told him that to his face but it's true). Justin is very quiet at first but he knows what he's doing. He has never raised his voice to her and Luna seems to understand what Justin wants her to do. Justin gives lots of tips for pets and owners and he helped us understand Luna's actions better. Luna even looks forward to his visits. We have definitely recognized improved social skills with Luna in just a short period of time. I would definitely recommend Justin as a dog trainer and we will be calling on him for other issues as they arise.

From the owner: We specialize is environmental training if you want to bring your dog to work, go hiking, go to the…read morepark, go to recreational sports, go to public events, wherever it may be we work with you in those areas. Every dog and situation is different that’s with our training plans are custom to each dog.

Did a great job both boarding and training my pup! hero returned with lots of skills and very…read morehappy! I'd only recommend that you bring a soft padding for bedding!

Wonderful experience for my dog Hero who spent nearly two weeks with Jen and her team. For training…read moreand boarding. He returned with deepened basic obedience and new advanced skills! Thanks team for looking after him so well!

I would give two stars and I take accountability for not asking all the right questions. Sharing an…read morehonest review because the investment warrants it. Because we are all looking for different things I'm simply sharing a pro's and cons list from our (my and Little Leo) perspective. Pros, for us - Super kind people! Just down right nice people! - Nurturing - We've known our trainers for a full year and we really feel like part of the family! They are truly the best! Cons, for us - Calendar - I didn't ask for a holiday calendar and was surprised to learn group was often cancelled for holidays that aren't observed federally, in schools, etc. For example Sunday, 10/28 was cancelled because Halloween was Tuesday, 10/31. - Timeliness - I learned an unwritten rule is to wait until all instructors are present and a majority of that class sign up. Most of the time this is 15 to 20 minutes past start time. As a result, you're either waiting up to 20 minutes or late if others are on time. - Weather - I didn't ask what the inclement weather policy is. I suggested having make up days or even an inclement weather plan like meeting in a mixed use facility or school which come at no cost. Too bad there is lots of rain in the summer months that cause cancellations. - Communication - We understand things happen. We just expect more direct, proactive communication. For example, if trainers are running late to group, a text to all sharing that would be most appreciated by many. My recommendation would be to ask the right questions, be really clear, and get things in writing. For example, the group would take trips to the airport and work with the airline to get our pups in training through security and to the gate. I later learned is not a service available since COVID. I really wise I'd have known that they were just sharing components of the program in 2019. For us, each of the cons, commensurate with the price, won't allow me to recommend for others and we won't use them again for obedience training or me next service animal. I am certain this style works for many, and I'm sure it would exceed the expectations of some. They really are a wonderful group of people! Thank you so much Natasha, Reina, & Sable! You'll forever be in our hearts! Can't wait to see you at group next Sunday!

From the owner: 10% off for Veterans. At Dog Training Elite North Atlanta, our dog training method is different. We…read morefocus on positive reinforcement paired with a personalized, in-home approach. This will empower you as the owner to be an integral part of the process for sustained dog obedience training in Atlanta. Our approach is based on positive reinforcement. You may have heard it called "Classical Conditioning" or the "Pavlovian" model. Research has shown positive reinforcement to be more effective with longer lasting results than other training methods. We help you and your dog achieve sustained, deep-rooted obedience. We use positive dog training in Atlanta based on the classical conditioning theory, paired with an electronic collar-- this is not a shock collar. Unlike a shock collar, an electronic collar does not hurt or harm the dog and is used to obtain a dog's attention. We believe in using ongoing praise to encourage good behavior. The difference becomes clear when comparing a dog that is trained using treats to bribe vs a dog who truly desires to please from the inside out. Dog Training Elite is veteran owned and operated. We specialize in obedience, service, and therapy dog training. We are partnered with the Malinois Foundation that provides service dogs to veterans to aid with PTSD and other service needs. Now offering free evaluations.

I put a lot of thought into choosing a trainer. I read up on the different methods and…read moreorganizations out there. I figured this isn't something you want to half ass, your dog's welfare depends on this kind of thing. I spoke with many different trainers about their education, experience and affiliations before I found Anna. We spoke on the phone and she told me about her education (studied at a university in Canada), her experience (over a decade training dogs even though she looks kinda young), and her affiliations, (APDT, Pet Professionals Guild and AKC CGC certified). I was pretty intrigued at this point so I asked her about her methods, she told me that she's a "fan of the clicker" and then right off the bat told me how it works and what studies have been done on it. Since I didn't ask her for that information, I was pretty impressed that she volunteered it. Girl after my own heart. We arranged a meeting so she could do an assessment, which she assured me was free. When she arrived at my place a week later, I was a little skeptical, she's as skinny as a reed and looks like a stiff breeze would blow her over. I have an American Staffordshire Terrier who weighed 60lbs, I thought there would be no way she could handle her. When I mentioned my concerns (I phrased it more politely than I just put it, of course) she told me "no worries." She said that "real leaders lead from behind." And that "anytime you find yourself using force against a dog, your doing it wrong." I don't know why, but that stuck with me. Cut to 4 weeks later and Peewee is doing great! We still have a lot left to do, we're only half way through the program, but Anna's a fountain of knowledge. It's amazing what I've learned so far.

From the owner: Affordable, private in- home pet training from an accredited instructor. Specializing in basic…read moreobedience and behaviour modification utilizing the latest in canine ethology, biology and psychology.

We had and continue to have an amazing experience with OTCK9. We rescued our pittie mix Luna from…read moreFulton County. She is extremely high energy and struggled with leash/dog reactivity, making walks stressful and kept us from taking her basically anywhere public. We did the 2 Week Board and Train program. After training, walks are calm, controlled and actually enjoyable now. We can take her to Downtown Woodstock and other public spots without anxiety -- it's been a TOTAL game changer for our family. Everyone at OTCK9 is professional, communicative and made sure we understood how to maintain everything at home. We love that they offer group classes for life on Saturdays to continue reinforcing the training! We also take crazy Luna to Doggy Daycare and she loves it! Cannot say enough good things about the staff and OTCK9 - Highly recommend!!!

OTCK9 is truly the best of the best. They were incredible when it came to training and improving…read morethe manners of my two large dogs. More recently, they've gone above and beyond to support me through a very complex and emotional situation with my dogs. They've made house visits, spent countless hours on the phone with me, and even accompanied me to the vet to help discuss medication options. Who does that? OTCK9 does. They are so much more than a training facility--you and your dogs become family. They are always there when you need them, and I truly mean always. Their passion for what they do shines through in the level of care and dedication they show. I cannot recommend them enough. They will love and care for your dog just as much as you do.

Our dog Moose did the 14 day Board & Train with Sam and we are so happy with the results. We wanted…read morethe focus of her training to be on e-collar obedience and Sam did an excellent job helping her and us learn. We can now take Moose off leash comfortably knowing she will come when called, sit and stay even in busy environments. I feel like we are happier humans and she is a happier dog thanks to Sam's help. The training style used was also based on rewarding Moose with play rather than food or negative reinforcement, which I really appreciate and didn't know much about before. We couldn't be more pleased with the results. Highly recommend Dog Wizard and Sam!

Probably my highest review ever for a service I haven't used yet. hear me out…read more I just rescued a Rat Terrier puppy called Raffi from Texas, who showed signs of abuse and trauma upon arrival. I've parented/known many rescues in the past and never seen anything like the fear she exhibited. fully freaked out, I shot a message to Atlanta Dog Wizard with an SOS to help. Kat quickly got in touch and we had about a 30-min call, which provided me with INVALUABLE insight into my urgent situation. That information she gave me--keep in mind, I had paid no money for her advice or training to this point--gave me some practices I could use, right away, to make Raffi feel more comfortable. I still might officially use Atlanta Dog Wizard in the future, if Kat is any indication how the company does things. She has a passion for rescues and turning around challenging situations and making dogs (and humans) shine. Cannot recommend highly enough.