Train Walk Poop has been a turning point for my CAWS foster, Ruben Humphrey, a sensitive little…read morepoodle terrier mix who came to rescue carrying a lot of fear and insecurity. Over several week-long board and train sessions, he has improved significantly, and the change in his confidence and self-regulation has been remarkable to watch. The proof is in Ruben himself. He perks up in the car about a quarter mile out, before we have even pulled in. This is a dog who loves his time here, and that tells me everything about how he is treated when I am not the one holding the leash. He is smart, and this is exactly the kind of structured, positive work that lets a dog like him build real confidence instead of just learning to cope. What sets them apart for me is the daily report cards and the tips the trainer shares. They do not just send him home polished and leave me to guess. I learn from those notes and carry the same work forward at home, which is what actually makes the progress stick. That partnership matters enormously when you are fostering a dog who needs consistency to thrive. And here is the part that means the most: Train Walk Poop donates their services to some of CAWS's least-adoptable foster dogs. These are the dogs who need help the most and have the hardest time finding it. Investing their skill and their time in dogs like Ruben, with no expectation of payment, changes outcomes and changes lives. I am deeply grateful. If you have a dog who needs more than the basics, especially a nervous or reactive one, I cannot recommend them highly enough. Thank you for everything you have done for Ruben and for so many others.

this company stole 4,000$ from me…read more promise the world to earn my business as they have no idea how to actually train dogs. my dog has only behaved worse since starting their program do not use this company!!!!!!

Small group of six dogs, with individual attention given to each one. The trainer met each dog at…read moretheir level and worked patiently until they responded appropriately to the snake. Training was conducted using three different live snakes. The use of the shock collar was extremely judicious, limited to the minimum necessary to create a lasting association. No upselling; the trainer was confident that this single session would be sufficient for the dog's lifetime, without the need for costly refreshers. While I feel bad for the snakes, he explained that he has full permits for keeping the protected species. Also learned anti-venom is thousands of dollars! So all in all class is very worth it for both your dog and wallet!

Now that our dog is aware of the dangers of rattlesnakes we feel more confident taking him on…read moremountain hikes as well as walks around the neighborhood where rattlesnakes are often encountered. We found the training to be very professional, well thought out and effective.

I have been bringing Maggie, my hyper, easily distracted, sweet 3-year-old Goldendoodle for…read moretraining for the past few months. I love the trainers and am so impressed that they volunteer their services. From day one to now, Maggie has improved tremendously! We have tried other places, but GSLDTC is the only one that has worked. I have also found that a lot of training has to do with ME. They have been so patient with Maggie, showing me how to handle situations peculiar to her. They have so many good ideas and methods for teaching both Maggie and me! I look forward to the classes every week, where we learn and have fun! I intend to take more classes with these folks. They are fantastic!

I took my dog here at the Great Salt Lake Dog Training Club for beginner obedience. I have done a…read morelot of training on my own and wasn't sure if there would be anything new in the beginner class for us but I thought just filling in the gaps would be good. I found a HUGE gap. My standard poodle got very reactive. This is because her first owner was a very elderly woman and I don't think Lucy got much of any socialization. She would just bark for really no reason other than she was seeing movement, etc. It wasn't really improving so the trainer (who had tried many things to help) asked some other trainers there to evaluate and offer suggestions. We came up with some things that were helping & were going to try an e-collar but I had mentioned that I had used a spray bottle with water once that was initially for my cat. Well, turns out this is just what my Lucy needed to get her to stop and think. By the end of the 8 weeks she was barking less than any other dog there! And her reactivity in general was much better than before even thinking about starting classes. Yes, they are volunteers who many of them have been doing dog training for over 20 years. You don't need to be a "professional" to train dogs. That's ridiculous! They are great people who love dogs and want to help others. In my class alone everyone on the last day gave lots of kudos to the instructor and were very grateful for the class. Lots of improvement was apparent!! Skip the big box store training classes and meet new people and help a non-profit organization who really cares and offers a lot to the community.

Thorough and caring, she is not in my area so she was able to recommend a trainer in my area.read more

I'm not one to post reviews on Yelp, but I had to share our experience with Utah K9 Training. Mike…read moreand his team were by far the best! We have an 11 month old German Shepherd and 2 year old Lab/Shepherd mix that we needed help with. Mike helped us develop a training strategy specifically for our pups. George (German Shepherd) was a bit out of control with leash pulling and very reactive, especially when both dogs were together. We were given the tools to build structure and a good connection with George and Luna. Mike was very knowledgeable, professional, and patient with us.

I took my 80lb labradoodle to Utah K9 Training because he was a huge leash puller and didn't…read morerespond to commands when outside. After the 2 week board and train, my dog walk wonderfully on a leash and even on heel off of a leash. I am very happy with my experience working with Utah K9 Training

Kevin was great! He helped me communicate with my dogs and I couldn't believe the improvement after…read morethe first session. I am looking forward to what we can accomplish! I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to improve their relationship with their furry kids.

Kevin came in and changed our dog from a psycho dog to the most obedient German shorthair pointer…read moreever. I saw a drastic difference in Maxwell behavior. He is calm, and not in my face all the time. This guy really knows dogs. If you have a dog that is out of control like Maxwell Louis was, this is the guy for you. Max was a biter. He bit three dogs and four people. Kevin showed us how to stop that from ever happening again. For troubled dogs Bark Buster's is the best. I highly recommend them.

I decided to do an update on my dogs care at Aarf house since I've now boarded her for about 10…read moretimes now overnight. I am now even more impressed with this company as they have really gone out of their way to provide comfort and loves for my dog. How do I know this? My dog gets excited whenever we drop her off because she loves the staff there! We get a report card daily that lets us know how she did and even if she ate her food or decided against eating. This report card also comes with pictures. I have complete confidence with leaving my precious pup with the caring staff and feel confident they are giving her the same care and attention I do. I absolutely love this place!

We have been using AARF for many years to care for our dogs and they are exceptionally professional…read moreand caring. When we leave Maverick at Aarf we know he will be well cared for, happy and loved with plenty of entertainment. Suzie and her Aarf team provide total peace of mind to us "parents " of these wonderful "kids". We love Aarf and offer the highest recommendation to anyone seeking daycare and boarding. Mary Anne and Tom McKenna

This review is two years long overdue. I have a reactive Shepsky, and had challenges, navigating…read moreher behavior, especially during walks. Walks became a challenge and at times stressful. That's when I decided to hire Alexandra. Alexandra is such a calm and patient trainer. She is knowledgeable and she has taught me how to manage my dog's reactivity as well as how to communicate with my dog during walks. My dog still struggles with reactivity, but I am better equipped to manage it and walks have become significantly less stressful. I definitely recommend Dog Savvy Los Angeles and if in the future, I get another pup I will definitely reach out.

I adopted my girl Phoebe from the shelter in April, and I knew getting a shelter dog would require…read morea lot of tender love and care. I was committed to get her training and I knew that I wanted only positive reinforcement training in fear of possibly traumatizing my already traumatized dog if I tried other training methods. I did a lot of research, and unfortunately so many trainers are not forthcoming about the methods and tools they use. I've done a few consultations with trainers who seemed promising on their websites, only to find out they use e-collars or prong collars, which I did not want for my girl. Luckily, I stumbled upon Alexandra. Her whole program is virtual, which I wasn't sure about at first, but the training I've received has been more valuable than any of the in-person sessions I've done with other trainers. The training sessions are all a series of games, which Phoebe was so receptive to. She was able to learn so many new cues in record time. I was really impressed to see my dog work through the game challenges and figure out what to do on her own! I feel that the program has set a solid foundation for when I start to practice our training outside with more distractions. Remember that training requires commitment outside of training sessions! You will get the most out of your dog's training if you consistently practice the games with them everyday. Alexandra is also very flexible with scheduling. There were a couple times I had to cancel and reschedule sessions last minute due to unexpected work meetings, and she was very accommodating. She's also given me referrals to other local trainers who could help me with in person socialization with Phoebe. If you are looking for a good positive reinforcement training program for your pup, definitely give Dog Savvy a chance! Alexandra's love and passion for dogs and all animals is admirable and her wealth of knowledge has been invaluable to me and Phoebe.