I just started agility classes with my border collie Murphy. We are having a great time. The…read moreinstructor has been amazing. Hi energy and very knowledgeabl

I absolutely love Denise, the trainer, and her Puppy Socialization class offered here at Planet…read moreCanine. I signed my 5lb dog up for the class after paying $85 for a PS class at a boutique in Goshen and walking away with a dog that didn't get socialized. I believe it was because 3/4 of the time there was only one other dog in the class.

Traveling in our motorhome my dog needed his nails trimmed. Without reservations I walked in and…read morethey happily took my dog in for a quick trim. I was super impressed how friendly they were, my dog is an 14 years old Jack Russell, they took time to greet him and take away his worries. Not only do they offer board, but are open for grooming on Sundays. Picking up a clean and happy dog is the perfect ending to a boarding. In addition they train police K/9, the owner (I think) is from a family of police officers. I walked out totally impressed in their operation, their attitude and canine care. Worth a visit.

I have special needs dogs. They are cared for very, very well whole in Faus' care. I am in awe of…read morethe gentle kindness they receive.

Dr Belock and her team are amazing. You can tell they really love the dogs. They go above and…read morebeyond to make the dog comfortable, happy and healthy.

From the owner: For your dog’s wellbeing, we are committed to providing low stress veterinary primary care and…read morepositive-based training methods. Our veterinary services include annual exams and vaccines, rabies shots, heartworm tests, and other wellness services for healthy dogs; we do not treat emergencies. Our behavior services include initial behavior consult and private lessons for behavior modification in dogs with anxiety, fear, aggression, reactivity, excessive barking and other problem behaviors. Our training services include Puppy Pals Program (puppy socialization, private lessons, puppy playgroup), STAR Puppy class, Canine Good Citizen, general group and private training, as well as focused workshops (leash walking, crate training, etc). We also host and organize a number of special events and socials throughout the year including holiday photos and activities for (Christmas, Halloween, Valentine’s Day, Easter, 4th of July, etc), AKC Fit Dog Club Walks, Ice Cream Socials, and more! Come join the fun!

My 6 year old border collie had always been a nervous dog and did not like strangers around her…read more She would nip at people without warning, so we did not take her anywhere. Even though our family was pretty social, she was never part of our social life. When people came over, we put her in a locked room. She rarely went in the car anyplace, and going to the vet was a nightmare. Last summer, I turned Aubrey's world upside down. I got married and moved into a new house. This household included another dog and a special needs 26 year old. The first few weeks were stressful. Aubrey was very anxious and my stepson did not read her cues. There were a few bite incidents and nobody could relax. I didn't know what to do and thought I would have to surrender my dog. I looked online and saw Kasten's Dog Training, which I knew to be close to my new house in Elkhart. I truly doubted that anyone could help my six year old dog. I called and scheduled an online interview. I remember feeling very optimistic after that first phone call. Right away, I felt like there was someone who understood what we were going through, and was going to help me keep my dog. I had nothing much to lose, so I signed her up! Aubrey participated in Program 5- Behavioral Modification for Aggressive Dogs and Dogs with a Bite History. She spent 21 days at Kasten's split into two sessions. After the first 9 days, I came to pick her up and immediately noticed a difference in her demeanor. She completed the second half of her training right before Christmas. When my son came home college, he was shocked to see how much better she was behaving. She had a new confidence and was no longer so anxious. She was a treat to take on walks and we didn't have to worry about her darting out the door anytime it opened. We have taken Aubrey to Kasten's for boarding several times in the past year. Being able to board her, and know she is safe, has been such a blessing. The fact that she was receiving refreshers as she stayed there was an added bonus. Before coming to Kasten's, I never would have even thought that I could board her anywhere. The trainers at Kasten's were so helpful and did such a great job with Aubrey. They worked tirelessly with her, and I could see the extra effort that they put in to get her to feel more comfortable, and eventually enjoy training sessions. Kasten's Dog Training has improved our family's life. We can now enjoy our active social lives and include Aubrey. She jumps happily into her kennel when told, walks on a leash like a show dog and even goes on trips to the hardware store several times a month. She and my stepson have a mutual understanding, and both of them feel much safer around each other. Making that phone call to Kasten's was truly one of the best decisions that I have ever made. Thank you to everyone at Kasten's - you have made such a difference in our lives!

Highly recommend! Lovingly took our rambunctious dogs and taught us how to be better puppy parents.read more