We have a young French bulldog (Taz) who was very reactive to noises, other dogs, pulling on the…read morelead during walks and just really stressful to be around. It was getting so out of hand that it was impacting our experience with him as our pet. We found Macayla at Unleash Fido in Jacksonville. We enrolled Taz in their 4/5 weeks obedience training and OMG we legit have a brand new dog!! He is more calm, settled, obedient and has really responded positively to this new training and rules. The entire team at Unleash Fido have been very helpful, professional and kind. Our trainer Macayla has checked in with us frequently to see how things are going, answering questions and has provided several post training sessions to ensure we are comfortable and continuing his training. I have had to reach out to her regarding some new undesirable behaviors and she made some suggestions that really worked and has been so incredibly helpful. Worth every penny. I would highly recommend them for any dog training needs!

Bringing my puppy, Ellie, to Unleash Fido was the best decision I could ever make. Before bringing…read moreEllie to Unleash Fido for training she was crazy! She would greet everyone who came to my place with a lovely leap to their face while they were sitting on the couch. She would dig on my couch and did not listen well. Now she is a brand-new puppy. She does not go on my couch or jump on anyone. She seems more confident in herself and calm. Macayla did an amazing job with her, and I am beyond grateful! I enrolled Ellie in their 4/5 weeks training. I got a report card and pictures or videos every Wednesday. I always looked forward to Wednesdays! After Ellie completed her training, we had to go back for our follow up trainings with Macayla. Ellie was beyond excited every time we went back. I have already recommended Unleash Fido to multiple friends. Highly recommend Unleash Fido!

Our pup was turned down from attending day care because we were asked to send in a picture and his…read moreshot record. Turns out they classify a sweet, lick happy Frenchy as a "Bully breed" all buy looking at a picture. Obviously, they have had bad luck in the past, but the numerous paragraphs explaining why our pup didn't make the cut was insulting not only to us but to our dog. Did they ever think about having a one-on-one meeting with the pup, to see if this HUGE 28-pound pup showed any signs of aggression? No! Now we are glad they turned down our pup, because I don't want him in with a bunch of prima donnas. He would more than likely be ignored because this loving, kissing pup would be "Classified as unfit for their program. If you have a Westminster pup, go here, If not avoid, because they classify your pup due to a photo. I'll post the photo, and you tell me how threatening he looks.

Exceptional team! This group of dog care providers, groomers, trainers is the most competent,…read moreknowledgeable, skilled group there is! Your pet is in good hand here, absolutely! Try just one day, a few hours, and you too will understand what sets them apart from so many others. They are more qualified, well educated, and committed than any other team! Thank you Pet Camp Team and exceptional groomer Joanne for the meticulous care of our dog Charlie! We are truly grateful to you!

Karma Dog Training is a MUST for puppy owners! I went through their puppy kindergarten with my…read morelittle beagle (an infamously stubborn, difficult to train breed) and it was absolutely wonderful! It has really established Chloe's basics that I otherwise would have had a very hard time teaching her on my own. In fact, I am planning on continuing training with Karma Dog and enrolling my pup in their basic/intermediate classes. I have to talk about how great the trainers are. They do a stellar job of teaching each week's lesson and will give you individual attention if you and your puppy are struggling with the command. During the puppy socialization time trainers are able to answer questions about how to deal with little antics you are experiencing with your puppy. They are SO knowledgeable about all different breeds and behaviors. It was so comforting to know that there were people that I saw once a week that I could get advice from that was best for my pup AND worked!! Much of the advice you read on the internet on behavioral corrections is very punishment based. Karma is all about positive reinforcement and building a relationship of trust with your dog, which I love. I love that my little Chloe was able to start being socialized at such a young age in a clean, sanitized, safe environment with other puppies her size. They do such a wonderful job of sanitizing and keeping the area clean that I NEVER worried about her contracting anything after I saw the precautions taken. Socialization is so important and Karma does a great job of making sure that the puppies are gaining that skill by allotting a good portion of the session to it while still getting in a great lesson. Not to mention watching a room full of puppies play is just adorable. Karma Dog is also extremely accommodating. They will allow you to make up any missed classes or even re-take a class if you feel like you and your pup need a refresher on that lesson!! You also get access to an online portal of training material that is great! I seriously cannot say enough great things about Karma Dog Training!! I couldn't be more pleased with the results!!

I am so glad that I found Karma Dog. I knew that I had to find the best training for my 8 week old…read moreShiba Inu puppy. After doing tons of research on the breed, I wanted to make sure I started off on the right foot. I decided to put him into socialization & training right away. I absolutely loved the style of the puppy kinder garden classes. There was a great mix of training and socialization throughout each class. During the puppy socialization parts, I was able to ask the trainers any questions that came up in-between classes. Puppies can be very difficult, and training can be tricky but Karma Dog gave me the peace of mind I needed to know I could do it. With their help, I was able to gain the confidence to teach my puppy the basics: sit, leave it (my favorite), stay, go-to-bed, how to not bite me like a zombie maniac, and a handful of other helpful commands. I will definitely be continuing the rest of the courses they have to offer! One more rid bit of information I think you yelpers would find useful. For almost a month, I believed my puppy was starting to have separation anxiety, crying in his crate NONSTOP. I was horrified. I work full time and didn't know what I could do to fix the sitaution. I called Karma Dog and ended up speaking to the owner Jeff. He was able to calm my nerves and it was an eye-opening and amazing conversation. I love everything about this business and I am happy to know there are places like this that truly care.

Christina (now DogAugustine) took care of our needy, quirky newfoundland on many occasions in…read moreConnecticut. She was great - reliable, cheerful, and always ready to help in any way she could. Our dog loves her! We miss her but the people of Saint Augustine are winning big here - highly recommended for dog sitting of any duration, short or long. And have you seen her photographs?! Wow.

I've been "hanging" with Good Dog! for over a year now. When I got my Old English Mastiff, I…read morecontacted them (and I haven't a clue now how I found them), but Good Dog! suggested I get him signed up for classes immediately. Well ... since I'm a wimp, I asked if Good Dog! could just take him for whatever period of time, and train him. I've said this perhaps 100,000 times. My dog (Cash) spent a month w/them .... went to them as a little monster ..... they sent him home as a gentleman. Cash is 150 lbs now - the training is not over. We work on something every day. I owe Good Dog! for my dynamite LARGE and GOOD puppy. I'd be happy to chat w/anyone thinking of getting involved with Good Dog!. Trust me ..... you won't be sorry. Linda Ivey 904-826-7521 St Augustine

We love the Society Pet Spa they are great and the groomer Nikki is great with our Shih Tzu Rio…read moreKacie does a great job taking care of the customers Highly recommend trying them out!

The care and love these people pour into our pets is so genuine and above and beyond anything you…read morehope for as a pet parent. I am so grateful for Dr. Rockey, Chantelle, and the rest of the people at the St. Augustine Humane Society. Thank you for loving our pets so well, speaking on a personal level explaining veterinary terms in plain speak, and never judging or pushing unnecessary things. Thankful for you guys more than I can express!

All bad habits corrected in a positive atmosphere. My dogs were happy to attend training sessions…read moreand I'm happy with all results.

Lauren is an incredible trainer. My 100 lb rescued lab mix had no leash skills and would pull my…read morearm to the point it was dangerous for us to walk him. Lauren taught us how to train Darby so he listens to commands ensuring a safe experience. Lauren understands the dog behavior and adapts the training to the individual dog and owners. She understands that the owner needs to develop the skills so both your dog and you will continue to become a better team. Darby is 3 yrs old and I thought he would be difficult to train but Lauren changed our lives. THANK YOU Lauren!

Zack is amazing and has such a dedication to his work. From the first session with him, we noticed…read morea difference with our dog and were able to take our dog knowledge to a whole new level. He answers all questions and has the experience of so many dog scenarios to provide such great training. I will never not come to Zack for any future dogs. Remington (our dog) also loves Zack and attending. Highly recommend him to all dog parents!

Zac is incredible! We are so grateful to have found him for our pup and us. Everything he has us do…read morejust makes sense and works. He is patient in answering every question we have and giving us feedback while we practice with her. With consistency, we saw an amazing difference after the first lesson and continue to see improvements. We are excited to continue to learn from him so that we and our pup can have a more enjoyable life allowing her more freedom. Thank you Zac!

Devon has been working with my three dogs for over a year now, and I wouldn't trust anyone else. My…read morepack includes David, a 13-year-old Shih Tzu mix; Zoey, an 8-year-old Doberman; and Alice, a 2-year-old Doberman who's been doing service dog training with Devon. Not only has Devon helped Alice with her specialized training, but they've also worked with Zoey and David on refresher lessons and day-to-day living strategies to make managing three very different dogs much easier. Devon's approach is amazing--they adjust their training methods to align with what I'm comfortable with, creating a collaborative and supportive experience. It's never about right or wrong; it's about finding what works best for you and your dog. We've done in-person lessons and board-and-trains, and every time, Alice comes home better than when she left. Alice adores Devon, and knowing she's happy and in such capable hands makes all the difference. Devon is easy to communicate with, incredibly knowledgeable, and truly cares about the well-being of every dog they work with. I can't recommend them enough

Id highly recommend Arcane Canine to anyone looking for a reliable and communicative…read moretrainer/boarder. My dog stayed with Devon while I looked for housing. I wasn't sure how he would do woth other animals but Devon immediately assured me that they would be able to handle Kapano in their house for his boarding! I was impressed as he came back more confident and mannered around other dogs. I was consistently sent updates and photos of him throughout his stay and made to feel more than welcome to visit. He also came back to me in better shape in terms of muscle! If there was anything Devon had questions about they had no issues contacting me right away to let me know or ask about, I felt very comfortable and safe with my dog remaining under Devons care. I had never had to leave my dog with anyone before so i was reasonably worried as he's been my bestfriend for 6 years but i am EXTREMELY satisfied with Devons services and will continue to use devon for any training/boarding related needs for the future. I cannot recommend Arcane Canine enough! And thank you Devon for taking the best care of my boy when I needed it the most you are amazing!

They always do a wonderful job on my two dogs Easy to get an appointment and you can tell they…read moreenjoy their job

I'm new to the area and Daisy desperately needed a new groomer. There weren't a lot of choices…read morenearby, let alone on the island. Pet Spa didn't have many reviews but I took a leap of faith, and Melissa helped make it an easy decision. They did an AMAZING job - best ever! Daisy is so scared, but she did great with them and looks so good. Before and after photos posted. 9 years old and looks like a puppy. Her tail is like a feather and the matting under her ears is gone. Highly recommend!