Best dog trainers around. Nice, clean facility and affordable prices. 10/10.read more

We started training our pup here and was not disappointed with the knowledge we have received to…read moremake him a better dog. We went through a fear stage with our shepherd which we have never experienced with our other dog. They were able to help us through this stage and help find what works for him and to over come things that were an issue. He use to pull on the leash and now we can walk nicely on a leash on one side. Any questions or concerns we had or have they were able to answer and help with. We see a big difference in our dog vs when we first enrolled him into training. They teach you to train your dog, so you know what you need to do. We worked with Kyla and she was great. We are currently in group classes and Kyle, Kyla, and Brian have all been great. The group classes have really helped with dog reactivity and working around distractions. They are all patient and very knowledgeable, especially with our working breed shepherd. I highly recommend this place and we will continue to go here with any future pup.

Finn just completed a 10 session training curriculum with Chuck & Erin and we couldn't be happier…read more We are now confident that Finn won't run away if off of her collar, she is able to heel and walk without pulling, she comes, sits and lays on command and is overall just a much happier, well behaved and confident dog. Finn turns 1 year old on 8/15 and is ready for us to consider rescuing a sibling for her to grow up with. Thanks again for your passion, knowledge, and commitment Chuck and Erin.

The Dog Wizard Dayton is beyond words. The extensive training, expertise, and knowledge they have…read morecan't be beat. Always professional and provide outstanding results customized to the needs of the Dog and the owner.

I've been working with Elissa for about 2 months now and I am so glad she came into my life! She is…read moreextremely knowledgable, caring, and great at what she does. My 10 year old toy poodle has MAJOR separation anxiety and she's come a long way since we started the training with Elissa. I've learned SO much from Elissa!

Elissa is a thorough, skilled and caring trainer. She listened to my concerns/needs. After meeting…read moreme and my dog, she developed a workable plan that met my rewards-based method preference. I rescued an 11-month German Shorthaired Pointer who had a very high prey drive and absolutely no recall. My GSP is now a reliable trail and beach dog who responds to a code word ("Come" no longer worked when we met Elissa.) and/or whistle. Elissa worked with us 4-5 times, but mostly she gave me the understanding, skills and followup exercises to work with my dog myself. She explained behavior theory behind the exercises, showed me how to properly carry them out. She followed each training session with detailed notes and other resources. Success wasn't instant, but steady. With Elissa's help, I have a trustworthy companion whom I feel comfortable letting off leash.

I started as a foster with PORT in their early days of conception and fostered with them for…read moreseveral months before they decided to completely ghost me. I ran into a situation where I needed some work done at my home, and I could not continue to foster the FOURTEEN foster pets that I had through them at the time. Rather than work with me, help me, and have empathy for my situation, I experienced a lot of pushback, and negative reactions to needing a break from fostering. My phone calls and texts were not being returned. When they were returned, I was met with attitude and a complete lack of understanding or compassion. After much resistance, they finally took the fosters back. They don't supply their fosters with food or supplies as they claim. Not once was I given any supplies for the dozens of animals that I fostered through them, even when I expressed that the puppies I was fostering were going through more food than I could manage. They also don't spay and neuter most of their animals before adoption. Now that I am back in my home, neither Regan, nor Jaime, (the founders of PORT), will return my messages asking about the well-being of my former fosters. If you bend over and break your back for them, you'll be great. But God forbid life happens and you find yourself unable to help, because you then mean NOTHING to them. Proceed with caution should you decide to do any sort of business with PORT. Don't expect a lot of help. Definitely don't expect compassion and empathy when life happens. Edit in response to PORT's reply: Port requires a minimum of 5 days notice for return, except in cases of emergency. I had an emergency. I explained this to you guys over and over and over again and your response was, "that must be tough." I had a dog through you that was being aggressive with a child. But you guys didn't consider a threat to someone's safety an emergency and were of no help. In some cases, I waited more than 5 days for you to help; I waited literally weeks! Not to mention that that dog was pregnant, and when I took her, you never advised me that that was a possibility. So I ended up with eight puppies, when I agreed to one. It was never "clear to you" that our foster relationship had come to its conclusion and that I wished to step away. I quite literally told you that once I was back in my home, I would take the animals back if they still needed placement. I notified you on July 10th that I could not handle all of the puppies. You did not take them until July 18th, and that was only after I showed up to get their shots and microchips, and had to PLEAD with you to help me. I notified both of you that Rusty was a safety risk, and you literally did not care. Even after notifying you of the unsafe circumstances, it took you two days to take her, and that was only after I refused to give you any more leeway. That was also after I had notified you on July 10th that I could not handle all of the animals that I had. You did not take Rusty back until July 31st. I let you know on July 28th that I was having trouble getting the kittens adopted. I notified you on August 4th that we needed to move the kittens. You did not take them until August 15th. As for the spay/neuter, it's irresponsible for a rescue not to spay and neuter before adoption, regardless of any contract. I also asked, several times, about getting my fosters fixed, and you never followed through. Don't gaslight me. You did enough of that when I was actually fostering with you.

we have to relocate and can't take Tilly. I need to know she's safe. she's so sweet has only lived…read morein our house. no others

An amazing experience!!! Don empowers you to train your dog,…read morehe takes the time to be sure that you understand the methods behind the madness of puppy ownership. In 3 weeks, I was able to train my dog sit, lie down, stay and come. Any dog owner knows how difficult and frustrating it can be, Don makes it simple and easy. Love it!!!

From the owner: DR Happy Pawz Dog Training LLC is a top notch dog training program. We offer one on one sessions…read morebased upon the needs of you and your dog. We offer in home training sessions as well as outside training. We can address behavior issues, obedience, recall, potty training, anxiety & stress issues, biting behaviors and much more. 5 Years of experience training shelter dogs. We have trained hundreds of dogs as well as most dog breeds. Our clients are highly satisfied with the quality and results of service. On Facebook check Donald Roadcap for reviews of dogs.

Very Very nice place and people love it looking forward to having my dog bathed and cut, very…read moreimpressive establishment employees were very friendly and helpful

If you have a large dog you probably wouldn't mind this place but if you have a small dog good…read moreluck. Small dogs are paid no attention. Never outside. I've watched my dog for the past 2 days get bumped and pestered by another small dog and no one has been in the room and no one answers the phone. The concept of no cages is great but only if there is supervision which this place lacks.

Took really good care of my dog. Infact I brought my dog home with lots of knowledge on how to…read morecommunicate. I 10/10 recommended

Don the owner is a great trainer. Did a great job training my dog and he did it very quickly. I…read morewould recommend him to anyone.

We were referred by friends that we visiting in the Dayton Area for 9 month old pup to spend the…read moredoggie day care. We were happy with this business. Our pup was happy to see me and I was as told that he played with the other pups all day.

BEWARE!! We boarded our dog here for 6 days. When we picked her up, she was coughing really bad…read more Now she has a runny nose on top of it! We're pretty sure it's kennel cough. We would not recommend anyone board their dog here! Also, we were under the impression our dog would be able to socialize with other dogs while she was there. When my husband picked her up and asked how she did with the other dogs the staff told him she didn't get to socialize with them because the "regulars" aren't comfortable with new dogs but she got taken out regularly. So basically she was in her kennel most of the time!

I am a member at GCDOC, train and take classes here. There are classes in all kinds of dog sports…read moreavailable but first dogs have to go through the first of possibly 3 obedience classes. These can be rather large classes, and I would guess, rather confusing for beginning handlers. Please check the website for appropriate levels at which to begin. Do not hesitate to contact the various registrars for each set of classes to find out things such as which classes are the most crowded (choose one with fewer students); which class is most apprise for your dog given age and previous training. These classes are taught by volunteers. Most use positive methods but I find a few who do use the more "traditional methods." Remember that these are volunteer instructors who train what they know. Most are very knowledgeable. Classes can be crowded. Although we try to have only one class running at a time, at times we need classes in both rings. There are also classes given in obedience in a room that is shared with agility classes. I try to take classes that are later in the evening or during the day, which seem to be less crowded. Once you complete the beginning courses, you get into the fun stuff - rally obedience, formal obedience, tricks, agility, "dancing with your dog." If you have a difficult dog, there are references available for professional trainers who use positive methods to teach your dog to get along in the world. You would probably not train at the Gem City building, but would go to a private person to work with you and your dog. Gem City also offers the ability to participate in or watch different dog sports in action. We have agility trials, obedience trials, and freestyle competitions at our Northcutt building. At "the land" on Valleycrest, we offer lure coursing and Fast CAT and sometimes Earth dog trials. Nearby some members participate in Dock Diving events. If you are interested in dogs and in dog sports, this may be the place for you.

Bias alert: I've been a member of Gem City Dog Obedience Club for 12+ years. Obedience classes for…read morepuppies to advanced are available to the public. There are also classes for Rally, Freestyle, Agility and Conformation. Classes are taught in 8 one hour sessions. Instructors are members of the club and volunteer to teach. Positive training techniques are used. Costs are reasonable,