We can't say enough great things about Canine Craze! All of the trainers and personnel are just…read morefantastic. Our Bernese mountain dog Indy loves it. She started at 9 weeks in the puppy building blocks 2 days a week. And now she is 10 months old and is in puppy advanced 2 days a week. I am so impressed on how they've helped Indy understand some manners. And they are always so positive on training us too! We actually have enjoyed it so much that we've taken other classes - AKC Puppy Star, Distraction Action, Trick Dog. Thank you Canine Craze!

Knowledgeable trainers who explain the how and why of training your dog. I have appreciated the…read morehelp and learning experience.

Grooming....The worst. I have scheduled with them in the past, and there have always been hiccups…read more Today I have had it. my husband took our dog in for a grooming appt I made on line. they said we did not have an appt and they had no groomer in today. I followed up with a call and offered to send her my emailed confirmation. She checked the books in grooming and found my appt, then proceeded to tell me that she can't control not having a groomer. Stupid. I said they could control lack of customer service. Im done. south Army Post location.

My Wife took our dogs to get groomed. Washed, ears cleaned, also nails trimmed. Online the price…read morewas about 32 dollars each. Once our dogs were done the price was 47 dollars and they were not able to trimmed our dog's nails and demanded we pay full price for a service that was not complete. Also up charge because of dog size when it was not described online as price varies because of size. Asked for help on the situation and no one was able to help said all we can do was pay them. Bad service also no help from anyone. We just relocated here from Houston and will not be using the services at this petco any more!

Mike and Eric did a great job helping me to turn my dog around. No more resource guarding or…read morenuisance barking!!! Thank you ADU Des Moines!

We tried everything with Moose, but nothing seemed to work until we brought him to Mike and his…read moreteam at All Dogs Unleashed. Mike and his team are extremely professional and exceptional at what they do. Moose had issues with everything from digging and biting to pulling on the leash and difficulties with kennel training. Within two weeks with their board and train program, moose was a new dog. He was just as lovey as he was before, but now a great listener as well. Mike and his team helped us learn how to communicate with Moose. If I could give this company 20 stars, I would. I trust Mike with Moose, and I recommend this company to anyone who is looking to train their dog. Don't hesitate.. book with All Dogs Unleashed!!

Tonja was a gift from dog-heaven! My 7-year old, 4 pound Maltese (Betsy) was having problems with…read moreanxiety (she would rarely settle down), barking and aggression towards other dogs and people for the past year and a half, since my 13 y/o German Shorthair passed (who by the way was not a barker and never aggressive). I tried another trainer and the methods didn't work but Tonja came in, assessed the issues, explained why Betsy felt the need to take over as leader, gave me exercises and non-physical corrections to use and Betsy is even better than her old self! Going in I knew that I was the one needing training and made the commitment to both of us to do as told and I'm so happy I did! Tonja doesn't sugar coat things but she isn't rude either. While I appreciate that, I suspect the person who left a one-star review who also owns a small dog wasn't wanting to hear what she really needed to hear and didn't really want to put in the time to make her ankle biter less yappy! Dogs behave similarly regardless of size and I'm as guilty as any for letting a tiny one get by with more than I have with my larger dogs. It's been 3 weeks now and we are still doing our exercises and continue to be better all the time when out for walks and seeing other dogs. For the first time in a long time, she'll calmly lay in my lap! I've also used Tonja for boarding Betsy and it's the first time she has been boarded that she ate while I was gone and came back rested and relaxed! Love Mystic Moon and everything Tonja stands for and does!

Tonja and her husband Chuck are truly the greatest things since sliced bread! We adopted a 1 year…read moreold terrier mix named Chico that had very little training when we got him. He came from a home with a lot of other dogs and so he was very anxious/aggressive around other dogs. When he would see another dog, his hair would stand up, he would growl, and would drag us towards the dog when we were walking him outside. We tried to do training on our own with no success. When we started looking up dog trainers, we couldnt believe the prices. $100 an hour? We can't afford that. What if it takes 12 hours? That's a lot of money. Although Chico is worth it, we just couldn't fathom spending that kind of money. We continued searching and came across Mystic Moon. They were affordable and had top notch reviews, so we decided to give them a try. Sunday came around and we anxiously pulled up to our first class praying that he didn't attack another dog or something. As we walked in, he was pulling us, growling, barking, and jumping. Tonja walked over and told us to put a training collar on him and directed us to seats that were a little away from the group so that he could calm down and we could try to train him without distractions. Now, fast forward to week 4 (4 hours total of training classes and doing the homework that Tonja and Chuck assigned us every week)...he is a completely different dog. Chico is no longer the aggressive dog he was before. He doesn't bark, pull, or growl when another dog comes around. His hair no longer stands up and he seems to have more confidence. When we started this journey, we had little hope. Everyone told us that based on his past and his breed, he will more than likely always be aggressive and that he might get better when he gets older. I truly thank God every day that we came across Mystic Moon. Chico is quickly becoming the dog we have hoped he would be and we are quickly becoming the parents that he needs and deserves. If you need someone to help you train your dog, look no further. Tonja and Chuck are the real deal.

I started dog training with Deb just last week. In this short period of time I've already seen a…read moresignificant change in behavior of my dog. I haven't been able to do as much of the homework but its still really helped There's no doubt that this program is going to work! She also has a love of dogs and was helpful in suggesting better food and toys for his well being!

» I had 2 uncontrollable dogs and was steered to Bark…read moreBusters by a friend from another city. I waited over a year to finally call but I'm sure glad I did. Deb is my trainer, she's very hands on, patient and great to and with my dogs. I saw an immediate change in them. They are far from "fixed" but we are working on it and taking it a step at a time. I can't thank Deb enough for giving me the guidance to correct their behavior w/out strong/aggressive tactics. Bark Busters and Deb specifically are great. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone. I've used other dog trainers but have found profound issues with how they treated the owner and/or the dogs. Deb treats us all with respect.

Kai's Obedience is a really unique training program and we've had a great experience so far. The…read moreclasses are engaging and actually fun to attend, and Kai does a great job keeping everyone involved while still expecting a lot from both the dogs and their owners. What really stands out is that this isn't just basic puppy training. The program goes far beyond simple commands, and dogs can continue on to earn certifications and develop much more advanced obedience skills. Watching the more experienced dogs walk completely off leash and follow commands with total focus is incredibly impressive. Kai clearly knows what he's doing and the structure of the program helps both dogs and owners stay consistent. If you're looking for a place where your dog can truly learn strong obedience skills and keep progressing over time, Kai's Obedience is a great option.

we brought our 4 month old Doberman to Kai's and she has blossomed. Derrick has spent one on one…read moreafter class to help me teach me and make sure that I understand what I need to be doing so my dog can continue to learn. Derrick is truly gifted at training dogs and it amazes me how my dog works with him. Now let's talk about how other people that attend Kai's are. They are truly helpful and want you to be the best.

Anna is the best! I've done two group classes and 1 private lesson with Anna and I have a…read morecompletely different puppy! Anna takes a no-nonsense, individualized approach to training and will do whatever it takes to help you train your dog. I've learned so much in a short time. My main goal for training was safety. We live on an acreage on a busy road, and my top priority was off leash control so i can keep my pup safe and give him a long healthy life. We set our foundation in class, and then with one private lesson, we transitioned to off leash control. I've had many dogs, but this is the first dog I've trained with Anna, and this is the first time I've had a dog heel on either loose leash or no leash! And his recall is better than I've ever had which is key on this farm! I'm thrilled with my results and would recommend her to anyone needing help training their dog! I should mention she's very affordable and fair, as well, and worth every penny!

I'd been searching for a good dog trainer offering classes when I found Anna Childs at Adelhorst. I…read moreused to help teach puppy and adult obedience classes when I lived in another state but had no connections in Iowa. Anna is the best dog trainer I've ever worked with. My dog is doing great and I'm learning how to improve my skills. Exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend Adelhorst for anyone!

I have taken my Havanese to DMOTC since I first got him as a puppy and he and I went to puppy…read moresocialization class. This large facility has either 3 or 4 large (rectangular) rings with a different class being given in each. There are a few daytime classes, but most are in the evening. All of the instructors are dedicated, experienced, and knowledgeable volunteers who must love working with all breeds of dogs and their owner/handlers, as evidenced by their patience and understanding of the many dog training challenges. My dog also took basic obedience and the Canine Good Citizenship class which upon completion, he and 6 of the 7 the other dogs in the class passed on test day. My only criticism of this class is that we trained with treats the whole time, but the class before the test, we were told treats were not allowed by the AKC certified tester. (If we were told before, I must have been in denial.) This made a huge difference in my dog's willingness to listen to my commands once he realized there wasn't going to be any "pay/reward". I worked with him the week before the test giving him treats randomly as the instructor had suggested, but I feel that transition could and should have been emphasized and practiced more during the previous classes. DMOTC is still a terrific place for a wide variety of classes for your dog and I plan to continue taking my dog to their classes. They are also more affordable than other private for-profit dog training schools. We are lucky to have this established club in our community.

My husband and I just got our 6th dog (over 16 years- not all at once.) we have taken all of our…read moredogs to puppy class and obedience class. We decided to try DMOTC because it was closer than our previous trainer- Rover's Ranch. Signed up for puppy class. What a waste of time. Not only will you spend 45 minutes trying to listen to someone read a page of information to you, with two other classes going on at the same time, but she will only pause briefly periodically to let you try something occasionally with your dog. Useful things for good dog behavior like scooting their butt back while in down position or doing high fives (versus walking on a leash or good solid recalls) There is absolutely no socializing of your puppy with any of the other puppies in the class. One woman had a puppy that had not been around other dogs. It was trying to play, but no one was allowed to let dogs off leashes and people were encouraged to leave as soon as class was over. No playing-little, if any, interaction between people and other dogs or any actual skills the dog might need. We stopped going as it wasn't worth the time. If you are new to owning a dog or want your puppy to have experience with other dogs, save your money and look elsewhere.

As critical as I am about sifting out good restaurants, I am even more critical in locating…read moreexceptional groomers for my li'l pup...especially after relocating from LA to DSM! Sue, the Owner of In Home Pet Care is very passionate about her craft. What pleases me the most is that she is patient and truly listens to your concerns and instructions about grooming your pet. Its currently off Army Post, but when I started going to Sue the shop was just a small little place off of SW 9th right next door to Andy's Place. Their prices are very reasonable! I asked her to style my pup's hair a certain way and requested to use specific ribbon colors. It was my very first time taking my pup in, so she took me on a little tour of her "pet salon" - I loved that level of transparency! A lot of bad or shady groomers don't bother showing you the behind-the-scenes of their facility. She also allowed me to look @ her ribbon selection so I can choose what would best match my pups outfit....yes, I am one of those people dresses their dog! I dropped my pup off right @ opening (7:30am) and picked her up later at about 4pm - Sue was very friendly and took time to speak with me for about a full half hour about her professional experience, and other services. I told her that I just relocated from California, so she informed me about her "pup-sitting services" - which she does....In Home! =) Lastly, my pup smelled soooooo good. I don't think I've ever had her smell as good as she did after going to Sue...EVER!!! And my pup smelled great for weeks after!!! In Home Pet Care......HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! =)

The place is very dirty and it smells like they smoke inside the building! I do have to admit the…read morelady was very friendly but I did not like the condition of the place.