Rosewood K-9

(66 reviews)

This review is LOOOONNNGGGGG overdue. I had gotten a Shiba Inu puppy 3 years ago that had to be…read morehospitalized due to Parvo the next day. Then, once he recovered from that, had a fever that almost killed him and had to be hospitalized again. We had to keep him quarantined for a while and away from my other dog (a 7 year old Pomeranian at the time) and get all his vaccinations from the beginning. He was scared of literally every single noise and had anxiety about just about everything. Over time, he developed extreme food aggression and we were worried for the safety of my little Pom. He had been attacked a few times to the point of actual injury and it was extremely stressful for everyone. I was at my wits end and I felt like I had tried everything to help Gunnar (my Shiba) and protect Simba (my Pom). I did a lot of research and stumbled upon Jenina and sent her a message for private sessions where she would come to my apartment once a week. I believe I only used her for a little over a month but I am eternally grateful. The level of aggression Gunnar displayed was so dangerous that my roommate and I actually have been bitten with blood trying to protect Simba from harm where food is involved. The issue was that he wasn't aggressive with all foods and we were unaware the extent until it was too late (ex. we thought it was only wet food so we were giving a chew stick to them separately where I would have Simba sitting next to me on the couch and Gunnar would be on the floor away from Simba with my roommate and the switch was so sudden----from sweet to seemingly no warning lunging at Simba----I stuck my leg out to protect Simba and he bit my leg instead). I feel like at this point, a regular human being would give Gunnar up, but that wasn't an option. It wasn't an option when he came to me dying from Parvo, it wasn't an option when he had an almost fatal fever, and it wasn't going to be an option for me now. I was determined to find a way to help him because he is my baby and my responsibility. The vet suggested I contact a behavioral specialist and when I did, VCA told me the earliest appointment they had was months later. Fed up with waiting, I found Jenina. In a month's time, she had given me the tools to fix a seemingly impossible situation. Make no mistake---she made me work for it. She might come across brash to some people but she is very direct and straight to the point. She doesn't coddle you and makes sure she lets you know what you need to do because while the session is for dogs, it is actually more like training the parent. She gives you "homework" and training info and is only willing to help you if YOU do the work. Now, it wasn't a complete fix. He still has anxiety outdoors or unknown noises as well as food aggression but it is nowhere near what he used to be. Before Jenina, Gunnar couldn't even take a step outside the apartment building let alone go for a walk. Three years later, Simba has sadly since passed but he has a little brother that he is extremely patient with as he acts like a typical annoying little brother), his food aggression has gone down from 100 to 30, and we go out to all sorts of places. He is THRIVING and this is all thanks to Jenina. My roommate and I are on high alert and know what to look for in terms of triggers and are very quick to de-escalate aggression situations. We try our best not to avoid known triggers and we work with him every day to allow him to be his best self. He is the sweetest boy and we are so glad he's been able to show it instead of being overshadowed by aggression and anxiety. She also gave Gunnar his nickname---Gunny! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. I am so sorry it took this long to leave this review but thank you so much for saving us. If we had listened to the VCA behavioral specialist that basically called Gunnar a monster and suggested we give him up, he probably would have been euthanized somewhere. We owe you so much.

When I adopted my dog, he was a still happy rumbustious puppy that needed a lot of training…read more Jenina took me under her wings, and taught me how to understand dog's behaviors and how to connect with them. I'm grateful of her.

Karma Dog Training

(951 reviews)

We truly cannot say enough amazing things about Kelli! Our Australian Shepherd, Briggs, has been…read moretraining with her for the past month, spending five days a week with her and coming home to us on the weekends, and the difference we've seen in him has been incredible. His behavior, manners, and overall demeanor at home have improved so much, and we feel like we have learned a ton along the way too. Beyond being an amazing trainer, what has meant the most to us is how much Kelli genuinely cares about Briggs. She treats him like he's her own, and any time he has had even the smallest health issue, she is always the first to check in, follow up, and make sure he's doing okay. It gives us so much peace of mind knowing he is with someone we completely trust and who truly loves and cares for him. Kelli has been so lovely to work with, and we feel incredibly lucky to have found her. We would recommend her to anyone looking for someone who is not only an incredible dog trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs she works with. It also helps that Briggs absolutely loves her!

I went back and forth on posting this since it happened a couple years ago, but figured it's still…read moreworth putting out there for anyone looking into Karma Dog Training. We enrolled Poppy, our 4 month old puppy at the time, in their 10-day reverse board-and-train program. I wasn't expecting her to come out perfectly trained in 10 days, but I did expect the level of intensive training they advertised on their site. The trainer we got was sweet and had a calm energy, which I liked since Poppy was skittish around new people. But the actual training didn't come close to matching what was promised. We have security cameras at home, so I could see exactly what was happening while we were gone. Most days were only 5-10 minutes of actual training. The rest of the time the trainer was watching TV or on her phone. If we'd wanted someone to watch TV with our puppy, we could've asked a neighbor for free. By the end of it, Poppy knew "sit" and "down" and not much else. The separation anxiety and potty training work we'd specifically talked about before signing up hadn't really progressed. I want to be clear, my problem wasn't that she wasn't fully trained in 10 days. It's that we paid for a specific service and didn't get it. I emailed the owner, Jeff, sent him the video clips, and asked for a partial refund. He wouldn't address any of it directly, just offered services that were already included in our package and turned down the refund. Then he was rude to my husband on the phone, which threw me because my husband is about as easygoing as they come and almost never gets worked up over anything. I also found it concerning that the exit document I was given included a clause saying clients agreed not to post negative reviews. I never signed it, but seeing that made me question how much honest customer feedback actually makes it online. Super shady. We ended up going with a different trainer afterward, and Poppy turned out exactly how we'd expected her to after actual, consistent training. Maybe we just got unlucky with the trainer. I can only go off our own experience, but between the training we actually received and how they handled it afterward, I wouldn't recommend them.

K9 Logic Dog Training

(314 reviews)

I can't recommend K9 Logic Dog Training enough to people. My partner and I came to them to address…read moreseparation anxiety in our 1.5 year old French Bulldog. We had tried what felt like everything and his separation anxiety was so bad that it got to the point that my partner and I basically gave up our social lives, had to coordinate with one another one of us would be going to the market or if it would be a trip where we both can go but someone sits in the car with our dog. We met the team at K9 Logic Dog Training and they assessed our dog and determined what kind of training program would be best for him to address his separation anxiety and the other skills we wanted to work on. Within a week we noticed progress. We finally were able to leave the house for an hour and go to the market together. Week by week the time has gradually gotten longer where we have been able to leave him alone for longer periods of time to reclaim our social life back. I was skeptical at first, but after that first week I became a believer. We are so happy with the results that for the purpose of just giving him structure and routine we signed him up for more classes and he LOVES being at school. We've also participated in the weekend group training sessions and they are so helpful to not only give our dog routine, but it's a great way to reinforce structure and keep him sharp with everything he learned at school. Signing up for training with K9 Logic Dog Training was the best decision we could made for our dog to set him up for success.

We had an incredible experience with K9 Logic Dog Training! After looking into several options, we…read morechose their 8-week Day Training Program and are so glad we did. Our dog, Comet, struggled with leash reactivity after a bad encounter, and walks had become really stressful. This program made a huge difference! Comet spent one full day a week at the facility, and we worked on reinforcing everything at home in between sessions. We worked with Shea, who was amazing, knowledgeable, supportive, and great at explaining how to handle Comet's reactivity. The 30-minute sessions at pickup were especially helpful and really built our confidence. The pricing felt very reasonable for the value, and we also love the community they've created. Comet has made major progress, and we're excited to keep building on everything she's learned!

The Dog Guru Whisperer & Ex K9 Officer Training

(660 reviews)

I genuinely can't recommend Brad highly enough. By the time…read moreI reached out, I had already spent months trying to fix Sunny's leash pulling and reactivity. I'd worked with two trainers, including a 3 week board-and-train program ($5,000 investment), followed every instruction, and practiced daily, yet I didn't see changes. I was managing the behavior without ever understanding what was causing it. That changed within the first two hours with Brad. He didn't start with commands or tools. Instead, he focused on the psychology behind Sunny's reactions: what was driving them, what was reinforcing them, and what I was unknowingly communicating. No one had ever explained it that clearly. That was the turning point. For the first time, I wasn't guessing or correcting blindly. I could see what Sunny was experiencing in real time and understand how my timing, energy, and responses were shaping his behavior. That clarity changed everything. Walks feel completely different now. Sunny is no longer pulls since my training with Brad, the reactive outbursts are gone, and the experience itself is calm. I'm no longer bracing for problems because I know how to prevent them. I am SO appreciative!

Great experience! We have an 8-year-old rescue Golden…read moreRetriever who developed some habits we wanted to correct and weren't able to do on our own with traditional training. A couple of these weren't terribly serious, but we felt we weren't "in charge" anymore, that our dog wasn't getting the message from whatever we were doing, and that if we didn't do something different, it could really get out of control. Brad really helped us with this, where traditional "training" wasn't working. We have two or three things we're working on with our girl, but here is the most dramatic change we had with one issue. She is very food motivated, and would beg from us at the table whenever we sat down to eat, and would be underfoot in the kitchen during prep. She got overly excited and would not settle and lie down. Brad explained we weren't communicating well with her on a dog level, so to get that communication kicked in to gear, he actually started our session not with this problem, but with making sure she would not dash out the front door when it was opened. This was to establish that we were in charge and what was expected of her. What he showed us how to do worked like you wouldn't believe. It was like a light bulb went off for our girl. What we did affected everything after that. It wasn't about dashing out the door, it wasn't about begging for food, it was about knowing what was acceptable in our pack and to look to us for direction. That night, at dinner, she went to her "spot" with a simple direction and was relaxed during our entire meal. She can now be directed to her spot and will stay quietly any time we need her to. Best of all, she seems truly relieved that she doesn't have to be in charge and that WE are. She is much more relaxed around so many other things. It gave us so much more confidence! I didn't think that what Brad taught us would work. It's quite counterintuitive. But trust me, it worked like magic. This is not dog training - it's communication with your dog. Brad answers all your questions, doesn't waste your time, shows you clearly and directly what will work. We're so thankful we found him!

Westside German Shepherd Rescue

3.8

(447 reviews)

Carol and her team went above and beyond to help my fiancé and I find our new dog. You can tell the…read morerescue love and care for each shepherd they have.

We reached out to this facility during one of the most difficult times our family has ever faced…read more Our dog has been a beloved member of our family for many years, and due to unfortunate circumstances beyond our control, we can no longer provide the care she deserves. Rehoming her was an absolute last resort after exhausting every option we could think of. Our communication with Csilla was incredibly disappointing. Instead of receiving compassion or guidance, we felt judged and shamed for reaching out for help. We were told that surrendering our dog was cruel, and the response went as far as explaining the euthanasia process and suggesting that our dog would likely be euthanized. We were already heartbroken over having to make this decision. We weren't looking to be criticized--we were looking for help. If the facility was unable to accept our dog, that could have been communicated with kindness, professionalism, and empathy. No family reaches out to surrender a pet without experiencing pain and heartbreak. We hope that in the future, people in our situation are treated with more compassion and understanding than we experienced from Csilla.

Bark Busters

4.7

(122 reviews)

When we adopted our 2- year old Akita/Husky/Shepherd), who was a shelter baby, we knew we needed…read morehelp getting him to acclimate to our family and our other dog. We also have a small dog (chi) at home and we were worried about how to get them to acclimate and live together peacefully. Spoiler: they are now besties! Help came in the form of Carrie! She is funny, (not only one of the funniest and KIND, humans we've ever met, but also extremely knowledgeable and professional. She spent hours with us at our first meeting and we learned SO much. A lot of dog training is about "human training" IMO, and the tools she gave us changed the game for us. Their approach is based on understanding how a dog thinks/behaves and adjusting oneself to the dog's pov. It is crazy how using the tools Carrie gave us worked and did so, fast! And there's always ongoing homework and tools to use to help correct behaviors as they come up. And that is on us to continue that work. We saw big improvements right away, Especially with our chihuahua, (because if you have a Chihuahua, you know they have a lot of personality packed in a tiny body with a lot of opinions) and the tools that she gave us helped us establish ourselves as the leaders of the pack. Carrie is really like a dog psychologist. She has an innate understanding of dogs and was able to translate a lot of the anxious behavior my dog was exhibiting and helped us to address it in a calm and gentle manner. He really responds to what we are asking of him (be calm/don't bark unnecessarily,etc. and makes a HUGE difference in the quality our lives. Additionally, a lot of the tools that she gave us helped our big (newer) dog to have more confidence and as a shelter dog, whose history was unknown, it has also been a game changer. He now can interact confidently with strangers, lives peacefully, with our little dog, and does not pull on the leash and responds to basic commands Overall, he seems very balanced. Through training with Bark Busters, we can see that our dog has more confidence and is more trusting with us and the result is a very happy dog... Moreover, as our dogs grow and evolve, we know that Carrie is always available to us by text, email and open to any visits we need as things come up. We feel that Bark busters was absolutely worth the investment and we will continue to use their services. Thank you Carrie and Pasha for explaining and helping us with our "kiddos."

We chose Bark Busters because of their promise that the high upfront cost was a lifetime…read moreinvestment. We were told we'd receive ongoing support, customized training, and help throughout our dog's life--even if our circumstances changed or we moved. Unfortunately, that was not our experience. When Henry was a puppy, we had one in-home training session and, if I remember correctly, one follow-up email much later. As he matured, he began developing some unexpected behavioral issues despite being neutered and having been a very friendly puppy. I reached out to our trainers, Paksha and the other trainer on our account, multiple times to schedule follow-up training that was included in the program. The biggest obstacle was scheduling. Appointments were only offered during the workweek for follow up. I had to reschedule once because of an emergency, and another time because I realized my husband should be present so we could both learn and consistently reinforce the training. I was told they would get back to me with weekend availability. They never did. That was months ago, and I never heard back. We paid thousands of dollars specifically because Bark Busters advertised lifetime support, but when we actually needed that support, it simply wasn't there. The contrast between Henry's training with Bark Busters and the excellent training we received years ago from a local Burbank trainer is significant. Charlie, our other dog- three years younger than Henry, has outstanding manners because of those sessions in group training. Henry never received the ongoing guidance that Bark Busters promised, and we're left feeling like we paid a premium price for a service that effectively ended after the initial visit. If you're considering Bark Busters because of the "lifetime support" promise, I would reconsider... For us, it did not live up to the expectations that were set when we signed up.

A-Team Dog Training

(130 reviews)

The amount of change that Dawit was able to do for my dog is a crazy amount. I'm not sure I'd be…read moreable to handle my dog without his help! My very alpha dog needed a lot of training and Dawit turned him into a more calm alpha dog who knows his place at home and in public. I'm so very thankful and cannot be more happy with how much of a good boy my dog is. As a first time dog carer, I've learned so much from Dawit and would definitely recommend his training to anyone.

Where do we even start? Our dog, Cooper, was adopted from a shelter after being surrendered twice…read more We quickly learned that he struggled with severe separation anxiety and couldn't be left alone. We became prisoners in our own home. We either had to take him everywhere with us or have one of us stay behind. It became a huge burden, and we found ourselves scheduling our entire lives around our dog. We decided to work with Dawit, and little by little, things started to improve. When we got Cooper back from training, he was like a completely different dog. He no longer pulled on the leash, was not reactive when he saw other dogs, his recall was amazing, and many of our typical worries disappeared. However, the separation anxiety still persisted. This is where Dawit truly deserves recognition. He never gave up on us or on Cooper. Our training journey probably lasted longer than most because of how severe Cooper's anxiety was, but Dawit went far beyond the typical follow-ups. Over the course of several months, the training sessions, check-ins, texts/videos, communication, and home visits finally paid off. There were times when I genuinely thought we'd never be able to return to a normal life, but our consistency combined with Dawit's continued support and new techniques made all the difference. Cooper can now stay home alone in his crate without issues. That being said, training only works if you put in the effort. We followed through with everything Dawit recommended, even when it was difficult or when we didn't see immediate results. It's easy to fall back into old habits or give up when progress feels slow, but perseverance truly pays off. Side note: Dawit is just an all-around great person who genuinely cares about what he does. Our dog absolutely adores him. We also love the boarding services he offers -- especially because Cooper comes home exercised and happy. Another huge plus is that Cooper is now off-leash certified, and we fully trust him to make good decisions. Yes, it can be costly, but it's an investment and honestly, I don't know another dog as well‑behaved as ours. I'm incredibly proud of the work it took to get here.

Happy Paws Dog Training LA

(106 reviews)

I was very anxious about my rescue dog because he would constantly pull on walks and was very…read morereactive toward other dogs and people. Raquel truly came to the rescue! I reached out to her very last minute, and after explaining my situation, she was incredibly understanding and was able to accommodate us right away. After just a couple of hours of training, I learned so much about how to better understand and communicate with my dog, Orion. The difference was honestly amazing--by the end of our session, he was walking so much better and no longer constantly pulling on the leash. Raquel was patient, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain not only what to do, but why certain techniques work. What I appreciated most was that she gave me more confidence as an owner and showed me how to continue reinforcing everything we learned at home. I already feel much less anxious taking Orion on walks and feel like I finally have the right tools to manage his behavior and reactivity. You can tell Raquel genuinely cares about the dogs she works with and wants both the dog and owner to succeed. I'm so grateful she was able to help us on such short notice, and I'm excited to continue working with her. I highly recommend her, especially to anyone feeling overwhelmed with a reactive or newly rescued dog.

We couldn't be more grateful for Raquel! Our pup was having issues with stranger danger aggression…read moreand anxiety and she completely transformed after a few hours under Raquel's guidance! It was mind blowing. Raquel doesn't just wave a magic wand over your dog. She helps you help your pup. We learned so much and know how to step in and guide when needed. Could not recommend more!

FitPals

(67 reviews)

I try to participate in their monthly pack walks. It is the best structured walk with my dog with…read morethe training exercises they do during the week. It amazes me how well my dog Mango does during these walks. So glad we found them.

Had a great time with FitPals during their DTLA Pack Walk. They sprinkled demos of training during…read morethe walk to make it more interesting. It's also great way to get the community together and it was also good to be back exploring DTLA again. Looking forward to the next walk.

South Park Doggie - Waterland LAX

(736 reviews)

Took advantage of their Spring Break special, which included a bath, to board my pup for a week…read more(Sat-Sat). It had been almost a year since we last boarded but Ethan helped us get acclimated to the new policies and was super accommodating, even working with me on pick-up when my return flight was delayed. A true life-saver. All the staff are always kind and helpful and they really love on the animals, which I appreciate. They also regularly update with photos and emails to keep you in the loop which is very reassuring. Loki loves it there and is always wiped out when she returns. (She's been napping all day. Very clearly a happy girl ).

A little long but it's been nothing less than eventful with this place. I had hight hopes for this…read moreplace as the hours are so convenient for our family's busy schedules. Unfortunately, this place was a HUGE disappointment and had a huge negative impact on our pup. Long story short -- Everything here is a sales grab. The few girls care for the animals but the "managers" and men there are just there for the commission of your packages. I had a whole conversation about their unethical sales pitching with the employee while picking up my dog lol. It's "how they keep the place open" - the employee's words, not mine. Astounding. Said employee also asked what I did for a living because I questioned their sales pitch tactics -- I'm in sales. Also, If you need their VIP services for your unspayed or neutered pup, please spend your money elsewhere!! Before committing to a membership, we did a trial day and spent hundreds on drop in days, grooming, and overnight boarding to see if it was a good fit for our high energy pup. Our dog is not neutered and we don't plan on getting him neutered so we chose their VIP rooms. His breed is also extremely high energy and they promised they could accommodate. I also inquired about training multiple times and they kept saying the trainer would contact me. Everything went great after those few visits, they seemed caring and said he was a great fit for a membership so we end up signing up. Then everything went downhill. Upon the first day of the membership, our dog all of a sudden had behavior issues and needed to be picked up. In the middle of my work day I call the shift manager, and he states that if we want our dog to stay, he needs training ... (from their same trainer that I've inquired 3x about before committing to a membership, still haven't heard back). I asked why this wasn't communicated ever before committing to a membership and they didn't have an answer. I informed them that I would've paid for training before committing to a membership if they would've let me know that there were any issues. Our dog went a couple of more times until they could finally get me in touch with the trainer, 6 visits later. Actually I had lost complete trust at this facility. To add insult to injury, I was able to speak to one of their actual workers that is with the dogs and she let me know that our dog is only let out for about 10 minutes at a time, maybe 3 to 4 times a day during a 12 hour stay. This is their VIP option. So not only is he left in a room for about 12 hours a day, with dogs barking all around him, he's not being stimulated nor played with just being let out to go to the bathroom. Contradicting everything they say that they offer. Their "trainer" is also a joke. He is supposed to be from the Marines and well-versed in the breed of dog that we have. Upon washing him for 5 minutes, as I was told, he said that our dog needed to be neutered before he could be trained because of his energy. Our dog is a Malinois and is not supposed to be neutered before 2 years of age. We've since went elsewhere to get our dog trained from someone who is actually educated on his breed and he's worked on all of his anxiety and reactivity issues that our pup got because of this place.

Under Our Woof

(108 reviews)

We are the owners of a very anxious Shiba and were initially so worried about leaving our daughter…read morefor boarding and did extensive research into various options before deciding to choose Under our Woof. Ae couldn't have chosen better; Mina treats all her pets like her own and sends updates every day, is very responsive and thoughtful for requests, and has policies to keep our pets safe. We will only choose Under our Woof for our baby from now on!

Mina is amazing with puppers! I'm so glad I found a place I trust so my pup, Milo, isn't alone for…read more10 hours while I work in the office! She not only watches Milo but trains him, as well. Mina is kind, pays attention to detail, and it is very apparent she and Ryan loves dogs! I can't recommend Under One Woof enough! :) Thank you Mina!

Happy Puppy

(34 reviews)

Incredible service, great communication and flexible to accommodate our puppy who loved it.read more

Wow! I don't even know where to be good. We got recommended happy puppy LA by one of our neighbors…read morewho said it was by far one of the best sporting experiences she's had in the greater LA area. We are so glad we listened. After our Dog Walker wasn't able to watch our dog over the Thanksgiving holiday, we were desperate to find somewhere that cared and loved our pup as much as we do. Happy puppy LA and their entire staff was an absolute dream to work with. They were accommodating, responsive, and very proactive and handling what became a scheduling nightmare due to an unfortunate last-minute stop at the emergency room for our dog before heading off to boarding. The staff worked tirelessly over the Thanksgiving holiday to make sure that our dog, Rosie, got the care that she needed. The daily Pupdates were always our favorite part of the day, being away from her, and let us see that she was well taken care of. Could not recommend happy puppy enough, if you're looking for a kind, responsive, thoughtful place to board your dog looking further .

Barks N Purrs Pet Care

(62 reviews)

Natalia is a great dog walker, she truly cares about our dog. Sesame. We get lots of pictures and a…read morethorough description of how the walk went. In addition, Marissa and her team are awesome! Flexible to our last minute needs. Their service is more like a friend watching your dog than a large doggy day care service. We love barks n purrs!

The walkers take very good care of her and take wonderful pictures when they meet up with another…read moredog. I'm disabled and not able to walk my dog any longer so this great crew stepped in to take Annabella on her daily walks and take awesome pictures of her buddies. She just experienced her first Daycare without me and she had a great time.

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Tannisha D.

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where do I even begin! Mark from RosewoodK9 rolled in to help save the day when it came to building my skill set and foundation, with learning how to lead my dog properly. I adopted a pitbull puppy at 10 weeks old, and once we reached one year of training on our own, I knew that I had reached my capacity, and needed to seek help. I had watched Mark on his Instagram for several months, along with many other trainers, evaluating their style and ability to understand the needs I was needing to be fulfilled, for the needs of my dog. there are so many trainers in Los Angeles, and many of them are working with the every day dog. I knew that I needed to choose someone who had diversity and understanding within their skill set, along with someone who could really understand and appreciate all of the fullness of a pitbull. the beauty of them and the challenges that can arise. that was most important for me. Mark not only helped me achieve foundations for my dog Opal, but he really taught me what it looks, and feels like to be confident with my own dog in public settings, helping me to push the bar, feeling confident in my own, and how to LEAD her, simply by knowing how to mitigate and control situations without panic. That is the biggest thing for any person who has their first dog as an adult, let alone a high drive dog with lots of love to give. Our training journey with Rosewood k9 did not just give us foundation and training, but it gave us a community to step in to harnessing an even greater relationship with my dog Opal. 5 stars is not enough to give. we need at least 30 stars. I refer everyone I know, and strangers I see struggling while out and about. you will not regret investing in training for your dog, because you're really investing in your dogs safety in life. -Tannisha & Opal read more

Amy L.

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5 years ago

Sadly, I do not have anything nice to say about this facility. We just had a Foster dog "returned" to us after his adopters involved this guy (for an outrageous amount of money) - with him claiming he needed to board longer - and using a rubber muzzle on him to prevent him for "hurting himself" because of his negative reaction to being crated. To the extent the dog now has OPEN WOUND SORES on both sides of his mouth, the bridge of his nose and under his chin. He also evidently chipped a tooth trying to break out of the crate. THIS GUY DOES NOT KNOW WHAT HE'S DOING. I will post a picture if I can figure out how to do so. GO ELSEWHERE. read more

Leticia C.

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Mark did an amazing job! I took my new puppy to him to help with basic training and socialization. His knowledge and dedication showed in the results as they were better than expected. Anyone that needs help with their dog should give Mark a call. He's the best. read more

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4.7

(240 reviews)

About 3 months after rescuing Zuzu, a 4 y/o pit mix, she had suddenly changed from a slightly…read moreanxious but friendly dog to extremely anxious, highly dog reactive, and territorial of our home. We figured half of it was likely our fault and half was her "real personality" coming through after settling in. So we worked hard on implementing training, trying medication, and managing her environment. However, after a year of completely altering our lives to accommodate her, very little had changed. We loved her so much but felt like we were running out of options. We finally decided to take her in to Brandon after reading the overwhelmingly positive reviews involving dogs that had similar or worse issues than Zuzu's. Because of her complex situation regarding reactivity towards both dogs and certain people, the price of her consultation was quite high ($1800 ). But we figured if it meant we could get our sweet dog and our lives back, it would be more than worth it. After only 4 hours with Brandon and his "pack", we were able to watch Zuzu coexist with other dogs without any aggression and significantly reduced reactivity. She went from barking at Brandon whenever he spoke, to being comfortable and bonded with him. It was like a huge weight had been lifted off our shoulders. We spent the next few weeks implementing Brandon's teaching, while continuing to bring her in for daycare once or twice a week, and now we are finally able to walk Zuzu with significantly less stress or worry. A couple months later, we went on our first park visit in over a year and watched as Zuzu calmly observed multiple dogs walk past her. I even got a compliment today from another pittie owner on how well behaved she is!! Every week Zuzu returns to Brandon excited to see him and all her new friends :) I will be forever grateful to Brandon for helping us keep Zuzu happy and in our lives.

I work with dogs professionally, running a dog pack hiking service, Colin's Pack, and I have worked…read morewith many aggressive dogs over the years. I met Brandon about 10 years ago when my own female dog, Layla, had become severely aggressive. Meeting Brandon for the first time was almost a spiritual experience - I felt like it was Luke Skywalker meeting Yoda, and he saw right through me, and explained that my dog's problem was coming from me. Seeing how Brandon worked with and got respect from dogs cracked open my mind to seeing a whole area of working with dogs that I hadn't even known to explore. His ways of indirectly dominating with personality, and other fairly indirect, but very powerful behaviors, changed the way I worked with dogs ever since. I tell almost every client about him if we get into a long discussion about my story. Long story short, he changed the way I work with dogs, which has allowed me to work with so many dogs I would not have been able to before, and he saved my girl's life and gave her her friends back, whom she had previously become aggressive toward. She passed away two days ago in my arms at the age of 17 years and two months, and so this review has even more significance to me. I'm surprised I hadn't already written one. Brandon is on another level, and will help you on the journey within yourself and on the journey of getting your dog's life back, if you're interested in going on the journey. It's well worth it. He's a legend, and the guide that I needed in my own journey. Colin

Tully's Training

(158 reviews)

We signed up for the summer puppy class in Pasadena. Sharon was our instructor and she was so…read moreawesome. I highly recommend Tully's Training. They do great teaching us humans how to properly work with our pups. Highly recommend. We look forward to doing more classes as our girl grows.

Tully's training is a well organized and pre-planned service. Our trainer Sharon was awesome!!…read more You learn new and helpful training tips each session. We never felt rushed even though each session is only an hour Sharon always provided extra time if needed. If you have never done training with your dog this is definitely the way to go!!

What A Good Dog LA

(68 reviews)

Diane is truly amazing! She is very knowledgeable, direct, and honest, and her passion really…read moreshines through in her work. She taught me how to properly communicate and work with my Chihuahua, Canela! As a first-time dog owner, I felt very overwhelmed and lost. Canela was very reactive, skittish, and had no manners--to say the least! During our first session, Diane was able to assess and analyze what was going on and really get to the root of the problem. We worked on leash training and reactivity that first day, and the immediate change was astounding! I honestly couldn't believe how much of an impact just one session with Diane made. After working with Diane for six weeks, I was amazed by how quickly Canela learned when given the proper approach and guidance. I am forever grateful to Diane for giving me the tools and knowledge to better understand and work with Canela. Canela is now much calmer, more obedient, and more confident--and I am much more confident as her leader as well! We continue to do the work and know it will only keep getting better. Diane has made such a positive difference for both of us, and I truly cannot recommend her enough.

Dianne came up with very helpful and original solutions to our problems. She made herself very…read moreavailable to us and was a delight to work with. Not to mention the dogs love her! Thanks Dianne!

Happy Paws Dog Training LA

(106 reviews)

I was very anxious about my rescue dog because he would constantly pull on walks and was very…read morereactive toward other dogs and people. Raquel truly came to the rescue! I reached out to her very last minute, and after explaining my situation, she was incredibly understanding and was able to accommodate us right away. After just a couple of hours of training, I learned so much about how to better understand and communicate with my dog, Orion. The difference was honestly amazing--by the end of our session, he was walking so much better and no longer constantly pulling on the leash. Raquel was patient, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain not only what to do, but why certain techniques work. What I appreciated most was that she gave me more confidence as an owner and showed me how to continue reinforcing everything we learned at home. I already feel much less anxious taking Orion on walks and feel like I finally have the right tools to manage his behavior and reactivity. You can tell Raquel genuinely cares about the dogs she works with and wants both the dog and owner to succeed. I'm so grateful she was able to help us on such short notice, and I'm excited to continue working with her. I highly recommend her, especially to anyone feeling overwhelmed with a reactive or newly rescued dog.

We couldn't be more grateful for Raquel! Our pup was having issues with stranger danger aggression…read moreand anxiety and she completely transformed after a few hours under Raquel's guidance! It was mind blowing. Raquel doesn't just wave a magic wand over your dog. She helps you help your pup. We learned so much and know how to step in and guide when needed. Could not recommend more!

K9 Logic Dog Training

(314 reviews)

I can't recommend K9 Logic Dog Training enough to people. My partner and I came to them to address…read moreseparation anxiety in our 1.5 year old French Bulldog. We had tried what felt like everything and his separation anxiety was so bad that it got to the point that my partner and I basically gave up our social lives, had to coordinate with one another one of us would be going to the market or if it would be a trip where we both can go but someone sits in the car with our dog. We met the team at K9 Logic Dog Training and they assessed our dog and determined what kind of training program would be best for him to address his separation anxiety and the other skills we wanted to work on. Within a week we noticed progress. We finally were able to leave the house for an hour and go to the market together. Week by week the time has gradually gotten longer where we have been able to leave him alone for longer periods of time to reclaim our social life back. I was skeptical at first, but after that first week I became a believer. We are so happy with the results that for the purpose of just giving him structure and routine we signed him up for more classes and he LOVES being at school. We've also participated in the weekend group training sessions and they are so helpful to not only give our dog routine, but it's a great way to reinforce structure and keep him sharp with everything he learned at school. Signing up for training with K9 Logic Dog Training was the best decision we could made for our dog to set him up for success.

We had an incredible experience with K9 Logic Dog Training! After looking into several options, we…read morechose their 8-week Day Training Program and are so glad we did. Our dog, Comet, struggled with leash reactivity after a bad encounter, and walks had become really stressful. This program made a huge difference! Comet spent one full day a week at the facility, and we worked on reinforcing everything at home in between sessions. We worked with Shea, who was amazing, knowledgeable, supportive, and great at explaining how to handle Comet's reactivity. The 30-minute sessions at pickup were especially helpful and really built our confidence. The pricing felt very reasonable for the value, and we also love the community they've created. Comet has made major progress, and we're excited to keep building on everything she's learned!

Michael Hill Dog Training

(150 reviews)

Michael was such a delight! He sent updated photos/videos each day while my boss's new puppy was…read moreattending his board/train program for close to 6 weeks! He is so trusted and we really valued the information he gave and taught us! He is so knowledgeable about animals and would recommend him to anyone looking to have their pet trained! Now the puppy is fully potty trained, leash trained, socialized, haven't heard him bark once, can sit/stay, and more! 10/10 experience!

Michael made such a huge difference in Toffee's behavior, but most importantly, he gave us the…read moretools to continue her training successfully. Before going to Michael, we watched countless puppy training videos, googled all our ongoing issues, followed every puppy subreddit, and even got training from another trainer. We worked really hard for many months, but nothing made as big a difference in such a short time as Toffee's board and train week with Michael. He sent us detailed updates --along with pictures and videos-- of Toffee's daily progress, and he was always available to answer any questions. When he brought her back, Toffee was nearly a different dog. He gave me a short lesson around my neighborhood and showed me techniques to control her reactivity. She did fall back into some old habits back home, but what really helped me was re-learning how to train her with Michael's guidance and changing my own approach and body language. Thank you Michael!

ZEN4K9S

(22 reviews)

I came to Linn during a very tough time in my life. I have a beautiful two year old boxer, Charlie…read more I was going through a very tough divorce and Charlie decided that he needed to take over as I had lost all control. He became very leash/dog aggressive and almost impossible to walk and exercise. I had to move to a small condo with no yard, and was beginning to think I would have to re-home him, which was breaking my heart. Enter Linn Boyke and Zen4k9s. Charlie stayed with Linn at his facility for two months while I moved. Linn worked very closely with me to integrate Charlie into my new home. It's been quite a process and a lot of hard work, but Charlie and I are doing great and are very grateful to Linn. Linn is very tough, and not on the dogs. He will not coddle you and while he puts his heart and soul into the rehabilitation of your dog, he expects and demands the same from you. It's been 4 months since Charlie came home and we celebrate new victories every day. Linn has been there for us though it all. He has come to my home many times to work with us and is always available via phone or text. I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Linn. I have learned more than I can imagine.....about my dog, and about myself. Working with Linn is not for the faint of heart, but well worth the journey. I will always consider him a friend. If you need some serious help with your dog, check your ego at the door, be prepared to work hard and to see yourself as your dog sees you......And go see Linn!

My wife and I adopted a 3 yr old cocker spaniel from the West LA Animal Shelter a month or so ago…read more Since that time we'd noticed that our otherwise sweet dog was showing signs of aggressive behavior and we decided we'd better get some help before things got worse. We made an appointment with Linn for a consultation right away. Linn certainly has a way with dogs. While we sat and talked about our pooch, the dogs in his care would occasionally start to bark. With a word from Linn, all 20+ dogs would quiet immediately - a trick I haven't had much success with on our one little dog! Linn gave us the techniques to make improvements and worked with our dog rather briefly. What's quite amazing is that since returning home from this short visit, he's acting like a new dog. More in control and willing to take direction. I don't really even know what happened since it was more of a consultation with my wife and I than an obedience session with our dog. You know how Cesar Millan can change a dog almost instantly on TV? It seems Linn has the same skills. In any case, whatever he did seems to be working! I'll update this once we've had more time but I'd certainly recommend Linn for your dog behavior needs!

Cognitive Dogs

(41 reviews)

Kristen is a miracle worker! We sent our 110lb one year old great Pyrenees to her after some…read morebehavioral problems arose. In all honesty, we had lost hope and didn't really know what to do anymore, Kristen reassured us that with proper training things could get better. We sent our dog for an eight week board and train program and he came back a brand new pup! The effectiveness of her training truly blew us away! 10/10 experience, she's very knowledgeable and patient you can tell she really cares about the animals she trains.

I wish I had known about Kristin of Cognitive Dogs training program when I first rescued Charlie…read more The poor guy struggled with severe leash and fence reactivity, and every time he saw another dog, the barking was deafening. People would literally come out of their homes to see what was happening. After nine months, seven different trainers (yes, seven), and wasting a ridiculous amount of money, I felt helpless. With our honeymoon just a few weeks away and nowhere to board him, I tried a couple Rover daycare places that also did boarding, but we were turned away because of his reactivity. Desperate and super sad for him, I scoured the internet for trainers and dove into every single review. That's when I came across Kristin of Cognitive Dogs and decided to reach out. I was skeptical after so many disappointments, but during our consultation, she was so thorough, patient, and confident in her abilities that I decided to schedule an 8-week board and train. In the weeks leading up to when we handed Charlie off to her, she sent very thorough, organized emails with instructions on what to pack and what to expect. During the training, she answered texts promptly, sent photos and progress videos, and kept us updated without overdoing it. It was clear her focus was on actually training my dog, not just sending staged pictures and video updates. When she brought Charlie back, I was nervous but hopeful. The difference was unbelievable. He's still the same silly boy, but now he's attentive, obedient, and can calmly handle seeing and passing by other dogs. His leash manners and overall confidence have completely transformed him into the dog I could only dream of since we rescued him almost a year ago. Kristin's program is the only one that truly worked for us, and I can't recommend her enough. Dog training is always an investment, but this one is absolutely worth it.

Brandon McMillan’s Canine Minded