Victor is a big rescue pup, and we needed serious help with leash manners and general behavior…read more Over the past year, Sit n' Stay and their amazing trainers have transformed him! The training team is kind, knowledgeable, and really loves all the dogs in their care. We're thrilled to have found them and couldn't recommend them more highly!

My husband and I paid $750 up front as requested for 3 training sessions. They were booking out a…read morefew weeks. In those weeks, we started working with our dog at home intensely - when we started seeing progress, we tried to cancel the classes since they hadn't done any for us yet. They will not refund our money after providing no services for us!!! NO WHERE does it say "no refunds" or anything along those lines. They've given us the run around for weeks now, saying they'll pass it on to the CEO as they're the only one who can process refunds - we've heard nothing. Again, no service provided and kept our money (and $750 is not a small amount!).

As soon as our pup was old enough and had his vaccinations, we started bringing him to the Barking…read moreLot. It's been a little over a year and we've been really happy with the service they provide. He is always exhausted when we pick him up. It's also been a great way for him to be social with other dogs and I'm sure it's helped his demeanor when we are out in public with him. We also took the puppy obedience class they have and learned a lot! Thank you, Laura! The owner, Noelle, and the staff are great!

The barking lot is an amazing daycare center and Noelle is a one of a kind trainer! I've been…read moretaking my puppy here for months now and also attended Puppy class and it's been amazing. The staff are so friendly and I know my dog is being carefully supervised for a wonderful experience! If you're hesitant about the Barking Lot don't think twice. Seriously this is an AMAZING place!!!!

My dog loves it here. SHE cannot wait to get in this place now to play. She is 8.5 months. She goes…read more1x a week usually and has been for 2 plus months. I get day training g and she is learning too. She gets her nails cut too. I highly recommend and prices are VG

I have fostered over 30+ dogs for rescue. I always recommend to my fosters Ruff Relations for…read moredaycare and training. I have brought both of my pups to the group training class. This class has been invaluable to our family . The instructor is so positive , knowledgeable and helpful. She takes the time to thoroughly answer any and all questions . there's never a moment where you feel bad , or you're doing something wrong . Rather supported in a positive manner . Even if you've owned dogs before, the skills you learn in this class is invaluable. It helps you become a better owner, and in turn helps your dog become well trained and cared for . The group rates are also among the most reasonably priced in the area. thank you to the team for all of the help, patience and understanding ! and making training fun and accessible to all

This business isn't just about pet training, but I could only select one topic from the drop down…read moremenu. This business - rather this man does obedience training, boarding, and a variety of other training issues, as well as installing underground fencing. If you've heard of stories about underground fencing - most likely it's because the owner was not trained rather then the dog. It takes training for both owner and dog for an underground fence to really work well and Tom Beitz knows how to make it happen. His logo statement is creative as well, Where Sit Happens". Verbal and visual commands both work on our dog! Tom Beitz, even the name is fitting, is a professional dog trainer that we've used to train two GSD's with much success and both remain in our yard with an invisible fence. He also stands behind all the products and gives you the individual attention that dog owners need. With both individual training and group training - you and your dog deserve the best and I highly recommend giving Tom a call if you have any dog training needs. We've been dealing with Tom for over 5 years now and recently had to have him stop over to look at a broken collar. While he was there - he gave us some additional instructions for both dogs, replaced the collar and off he went. It doesn't get better then this!

We found Tom Beitz and Smart Dog Solutions by "accident" when we were looking for a potty training…read morebook for our first dog. Phoebe was trained in 36 hours. Flipping through the book I found his web site cited for obedience and off leash training. When I looked up the site and found he was from Hamburg, NY I couldn't believe it! He came to our home once a week for basic obedience training for our puppy at about 3 months old. His techniques are amazing! Our dog took to them quickly. He helped us with pulling, jumping issues and helped us to sit stay, leash walk and place. He is experienced and truly cared about our dog. We are calling him again when she is 9 months old to start more advanced obedience and off leash work. I recommend Smart Dog Solutions for anyone who wants a "good dog." Truly we learned that there are no bad dogs, just untrained ones. Phoebe is well on her way to becoming a certified therapy dog!

Dosen't get any better. Called Linda 9:30 am explained had a broken fence line due to landscaping…read more Jeff Owens was at my door by noon had the repair done did a little retraining exchanged my 10 year old collars for three dogs new batteries and all. Pet Stop of WNY is really the only place that cares about you and your pets. Highly recommend this business they are committed to making things right. Mark A. Weissman, M.D.

Always the best experience. The training is top notch, the prices are reasonable, and above all…read morethey are compassionate. We have used pet stop for all 3 of our dogs and each time they have bee wonderful.

I cannot say enough good about this place! I've been waiting to post my review until I completed my…read moreclass here and now I can firmly say that this place is fantastic! The Family Companion actually holds classes at multiple locations across Western New York, and the class I took was at their location on Southwestern Blvd. Their classes are all generally 8 weeks in length and they offer puppy training classes, senior dog training, the family companion class, graduate companion as well as others like therapy and an agility fun course. My dog and I did the family companion class with Kim Sauer. There were a total of 9 dogs in the class so it wasn't overcrowded which was great for my dog, who has some anxiety issues among other dogs/strangers. The instructor was incredibly patient, knowledgable and friendly. If anyone had a question or issues with anything, she took the time to assist and explain things adequately. I can't wait to get into our next class here and would highly recommend this facility to those looking for a good place to train their dog. They're also very reasonably priced which is a definite bonus!

I have a one and a half year old dachshund mix that I rescued. He is so scared of people and dogs…read moreand needed socialization desperately. I took him to this class with 6 other dogs and their owners and initially he was shaking and panting and yawning and would not even take a treat or look at me during the first session. Marcia was so patient and encouraging and you could tell she really cared. After the course my dog was completely paying attention to me, not shaking, panting, or yawning. He learned most of the common commands when he didn't know any to begin with. Such a great class for such a reasonable price!

This place saved my dog and my sanity. My dog went from over 100 days in a shelter to a rescue that…read moreheavily sedated him. When I got him he was biting and wild.I was in a very bad spot. I called multiple training programs and this was the place that felt like it would be the best fit. They were super professional. Jay even called and talked me through things while i was waiting for our training to start. We did 8 lessons and he is a different dog now. No more biting or destroying things. He walks like a dream on a leash . He is happy confident puppy and my household is at peace. Jay was an awesome trainer.

I cannot thank Jay and K9 Connection enough. When my German Shepherd rescue got out of hand, it…read morereally worried me, and I lost a lot of sleep over it. I am as attached to him as he is to me, but I could not let him place us in jeopardy just because he (or I) might lose control of a situation. I did not know really what to expect when I brought him in, and I figured he would be a tough case. At the end of it I got my buddy back, for which I am grateful.

Not to long ago we got a 4 month old Beagle mix and to be honest, I was terrified. I have never…read moreowned a dog before and I didn't want to have one of those terrible dogs that jumped all over people and didn't listen. That is where Karen came in. I made arrangements for classes, before Abby had been with us for a full day. Unfortunately due to some unforeseen circumstances, we couldn't attend the classes as we had originally planned. Instead I talked with Karen and we were able to have her come to our house once a week to help us with training. We are on week 3 now and I have to say I notice a huge difference in Abby's behavior. Karen has taken the time to learn what we want out of our class and to educate us on what she expects from us. Her approach has made me more confident in how I deal with our puppy and also how confident Abby is with me. In 3 weeks(1 purely informational/introduction) we have learned the right way to get Abby's attention(look), sit, lay down and proper greeting of guests. She also answered what seems like a million questions I had about everything from walking on a leash, to house breaking and choosing the right type of food. In addition to classes, Karen also runs puppy playdates, barn hunts and other dog friendly events. I look forward to our remaining 4 weeks with Karen and will probably take more of her advanced classes as our schedule allows and Abby is able. I would recommend Karen to anyone who asks.

See my husband Tim C's review if you'd like our puppy story, I will jump right in to the fun!…read moreTraining with Karen began shortly after bringing Abby to her forever home. Karen, in lack of a formal group for "class" visited our home for weekly training sessions. Abby has been very bright and responsive to her positive reinforcement training with Karen! In addition to our solo time with Karen, we have spent time adventuring to the formal training center for a barn hunt, joined a few friends for a puppy social and are looking forward to the possibility of beginning agility training soon! I must note in addition to her fabulous knowledge and skill set with all of the dogs she has interacted with, Karen did not hesitate to also help us through our first scary moment when the adults were away and the puppy broke in to her latched puppy tub, eating a great deal of food and becoming ill. Karen contacted a vet friend, worked with us and the vet through the process of elimination to determine the best next steps and offered to remain available by phone if Abby's health became even further concerning. Karen has an abundance of knowledge and understands owners and their furry friends will find their niche together, she just wants to provide tools to help make things more comfortable for everyone in the house. I look forward to continuing to work and play with Karen (sounds terrible but I'm going with it!), and will definitely always recommend her to friends, family and Yelpers!

We love Supernova Dogs! We tried a few training facilities in the north towns with our dog and…read moreSupernova was our favorite. We were lucky enough to take obedience classes, fun workshops, and the "University" day school (combo of personalized training & doggy playtime/daycare) with our golden retriever, Midas. All the instructors and assistants are fantastic! Supernova has a gorgeous facility and all instruction is based on positive reinforcement and helping your dog to make good choices. They do an excellent job explaining what each baby step is meant to solidify--so that you as a human aren't tempted to skip a step and then wonder why your dog hasn't consistently followed through with their obedience skills. Classes are usually small (and/or have assistants to help) so that your dog gets 1-on-1 time to help with any issues you're working through. While training and practice is a lifetime thing, we have noticed impressive success with Midas' training and get compliments on his behavior considering his young age. We could not have done that without the help of Noelle, Kim, and the rest of the Supernova team.

From the owner: At Supernova Dogs, we focus on developing cooperative relationships between humans and dogs to…read moreachieve mutually beneficial results. From puppy class and basic obedience to sport training, we provide dogs with the opportunity to learn by encouraging them to make good choices through the use of positive reinforcement. Our mission is to provide our students with the training techniques to create trusting partnerships when their dogs.

I planned on writing a review for the store after a recent visit but just see I wrote a review for…read morethe store seven years ago and I'm happy to say my opinion hasn't changed. The staff is wonderful.

I really like this location because of the employees and how organized everything is. They really…read moretake care of their reptiles and provide proper enclosures which you don't see at most pet stores. I love that they work with the 10 lives Club to help adopt out kittens and cats that need homes. They will price match their online prices too which I appreciate.