Angelo saved our dog's life -- and I mean that in the most literal sense possible…read more Oliver is a rescue who had been surrendered by two families before us. We took him in, loved him, and still found ourselves in crisis -- biting, aggression, resource guarding. We were scared of our dog and desperate for help. Oliver was our fifth dog and as a family we were seasoned users of positive reinforcement as the primary training method. We turned to Angelo at Art of K9 and made the decision to board Oliver for 8 weeks. He took on Oliver after a thorough consultation. Angelo worked through Oliver's aggression and resource guarding using the e-collar and other training tools. These methods gave us the ability to communicate with and control our dog in a way positive reinforcement couldn't. The transformation is hard to put into words. Oliver is now relaxed, cuddly, and genuinely at peace. He still has his moments -- but now we have the tools to handle them. This has changed everything. If you have a dog with serious aggression or resource guarding and you're at your breaking point, I highly recommend Angelo. He didn't just train Oliver -- he saved his life and we are so thankful.

We sent our dog Monsi to Angelo- originally because of socialization problems, yet she surprised us…read moreand came out with so many higher level qualities we didn't anticipate or know was possible. At first, we second guessed our choice to leave Monsi for 6-weeks because we missed her. Every time we checked in with Angelo, he updated us, but we missed our fur baby so much. Now, afterwards, I can't stop recommending this program to everyone I know. It's a worthwhile investment IF you plan to KEEP UP with it. All of Angelo's work can easily be undone with dog owners that do not upkeep the foundation he creates. Currently our dog listens to each command after one time saying it, she is walking off leash behind us, does not lurk around the table while we eat or cook, stays in place for 2-hours and counting, and more. Overall, she has many service dog qualities. I need to give credit where it is due because our dog was unsure of herself, very anxious, annoying at times because she didn't know what to do during quiet hours at home and needed way too much physical exercise (4+ hours daily). He taught us, and our dog Monsi, that exercise and socialization looks different than we thought. Monsi is the dog we dreamed of and didn't know how to achieve. He tapped into her potential. She does not impede our life in anyway. She adds on to the quality and is stress free now that we know how to maintain and handle her. Not only that, but my parents sent their dog at the same time as our dog. So now we have two dogs that listen to the same command. We can bring our dogs on vacation and have complete calm and fun with them present. This was the greatest gift to a life of joy with a well trained fur family member! Thank you Angelo and Art of K9. I know picking a program at such a cost is nerve recking since there is not enough information or proof online but promise me, this is the place. We put a lot of trust into prior reviews and tiktok/Instagram videos.... We got lucky finding this place. It's a hidden gem of Westchester. If anyone needs more details to convince you this program is worth it, contact me. I'll convince you- haha!

If it weren't for Betsy Schwartz and her amazing assistant Alice, I don't know if we would've been…read moreable to keep our dog. Julius Caesar was rescued from an abusive home and was going to be put down because there was no room for him at the shelter. What started as a foster quickly became an adoption because we knew he needed our love and help. He was highly reactive and terrified of almost everything-- people, sounds, other animals, etc. It was almost impossible to calm him and get him to stop barking. We started at PCOTC and tried two different instructors, who were great, but there was no difference in Julius's behavior. I'm grateful we didn't give up because once we found Betsy and Alice, everything changed for the better. They understood him on a completely different level than other instructors. Their support and encouragement are what made his progress possible. After one year of their weekly classes, Julius has become his best self!! People think he's been medicated or simply a different dog because of how much he's changed!! He now gets excited to go to class, see all his friends, and show off his outfits. We couldn't be happier that he finally feels safe and comfortable in his own home. These extraordinary ladies deserve a RAISE and the fattest bonus because they helped us save our fur baby. Even though Julius doesn't need much training anymore, we plan to continue with Betsy and Alice's classes because we are beyond grateful for all they've done and enjoy watching him improve. So much love and appreciation for them both; thank you for working a true miracle

We miss you, so glad the club is open again. My husband and I have been students at the Port…read moreChester Obedience Training Club for the past 5 years. We have taken everything from puppy class to advanced courses in competitive K9 sports. Teachers are wonderful. Fellow students are great. The club is clean and never smells like "dog". We have done well with our dog and her training at Port Chester Obedience Training Club. Just look at our little girl and what she has been able to accomplish in only 2 years of training.

Justin was wonderful! He creates a solid plan individualized for your dog's special training needs,…read moreand then follows up with emails that outline what you should be working on and how it contributes to the overall success of your specific goal. He is articulate, well versed, and kind in his approach, and you can see that it really matters to him that you and your dog reach the goal you have set. I recommend him highly.

We love Justin! In…read moreOctober 2018, my husband and I adopted an 8-month pitbull/german shepherd mix. He was a cutie and came house-trained but after a couple months we had some behavioral issues crop up (play nipping, stealing shoes, etc.). We tried 3 different trainers before we found Justin and we knew from the first visit that we finally found someone who shared our love of dogs AND had the expertise to help us get our pup on the right track. We love that his approach is positive-reward based (and, more importantly, effective) and our time with Justin is always enjoyable & informational. We have done one-on-one sessions with him as well as his 4-week Foundations group course. Both approaches have been essential. Can't recommend him enough!

Carla is so knowledgeable and effective in her training methods…read more My two Maltese boys are improving because I am following her recommendations and our home is so much more peaceful and happier! I will continue with Carla and recommend her highly.

We recently got a new puppy and our other two did not want anything to do with her. We did some…read moreresearch and found Bark and Learn. Carla the owner came to our home had a few one on ones with Lexi and then came back and within in minutes had the three of them playing together AMAZING. We now take Lexi to her doggie daycare a few days a week and she loves it. Carla is great and her assistant Evelyn is so nice and great with the dogs. They make you feel like family. They do things with your pups Lexi comes home and is knocked out from playing all day. Thank you Carla

Jon and his team are amazing. Our dog can't wait to go with him everyday and comes home happy and…read moretired. It is great value in terms of both dog exercise, care, and kindness. The communication is great and the app is easy to use to set up and pay for care. In addition, Jon is a super person who is always willing to help - we could not be happier that we found Zen Dog Trek on Yelp. 5 stars are not enough to show how we feel about their service.

We have been working with Zen dog for four years. Jon is amazing with our two dogs. Rain, shine,…read moresnow or storm, Jon is there five days a week to take our dogs on their daily trek. This is not just a walk, it is hour long hike with other dogs. Our dogs come home happy and tired! During the trek, Jon sends us pictures as we can see how they are doing. The best part is they have daily opportunities to socialize with other dogs and people. As a result, our dogs are so well socialized, they transition to multiple new setting and easily adjust to new people and other pets. As we return to in person work, this service is indispensable to our family and to our pups. As someone who has used this service regularly for years, I wholeheartedly recommend Jon and Zen Dog. Zen dog is one of the best kept secrets in Westchester for dog owners!

Our Honeybee has been going to Buddy's for about 3 months now and it has truly become her favorite…read moreplace in the world! The staff are super friendly and know her well by now, the minute she's out of the car she's ready to unleash her mongrel mode of fun and energy. She has to be coaxed out with treats, she never wants to leave her friends at Buddy's. She always comes home tired and happy.

my dog elly is special needs and requires a bit of extra love and attention. the girls at buddys…read moretook her on as one of their own and Elly loves them like family. daycare has been a life saver for my wife and me with our work hours combined with ellys high-energy breed. she comes home tired and happy. it's also affordable and you can tell they really care about the dogs. highly recommend!!!

Nicole came to our home to work with us yesterday, and there's already been a significant change in…read moreour dog's behavior. Nicole has a warm, non-judgmental, and straightforward manner. We immediately felt comfortable with her, and it was clear from the get go that she is extremely knowledgeable about what she does. We started work right away. The exercises are practical, made sense, and produced almost immediate results for us and our year and a half old Lab. Nicole also offers support outside of appointments, in addition to a lifetime of support for you and your pup. My only regret is not calling her a year ago!

Nicole is motivating me to do the right things for my dog-after the 1st zoom-I have used some…read moretools-it has already made a difference -so happy/so far(lol)

I have been using their service for years! They take card of my pup, Lola, so well!…read moreVery reliable! 5 stars!!

First, Donna was fabulous to meet. She was detailed, friendly, let me ask questions, and made it a…read morepoint to meet Andy and Violet. Second, Andrew, who was assigned to take care of Andy and Violet sent me awesome pictures of not only them, but the litter box, the food given, and the scratch pad to make sure that everything was copasetic. He was very thorough, descriptive in his log, and took great pictures. The cats really seemed to take to him, especially Violet who doesn't let a lot of people pet her. I very much recommend Prima Donna Pet Services to anyone who can leave their pets in the best care, and be able to enjoy their vacation.

How can I go wrong when you visit Santa it can't when pets are involved. This went way better than…read morewaiting online for Santa with my granddaughter. All the pet owners are kind, loving and wanting their pets to get their best shots with Santa. The staff gave out treats and we were also happy. Himself the myth the legend Santa for free thank you so much Petsmart for doing this yearly.

Re: Dog Training ~…read more I cannot say enough good things about Gustavo at the PetSmart Greenburgh location. From the very first session, it was clear how professional and knowledgeable he is about dog behavior, training techniques, and how to tailor his approach to each dog's unique personality. He explains the "why" behind everything he teaches, which makes it so much easier to practice at home and stay consistent. What really sets Gustavo apart is how personable and patient he is--with both dogs and humans! He's encouraging without ever being pushy, celebrates the small wins, and makes every class feel fun and supportive. You can tell he genuinely cares about helping you build a better relationship with your dog, not just getting through a lesson plan. If you're looking for a trainer who is skilled, kind, and truly invested in your dog's success, I highly recommend booking with Gustavo at PetSmart Greenburgh. ~CF & Lil CF

Holly was very helpful. She assesses the issues and quickly gives you pointers. She reinforces…read morewhat she wants you to do w your dog. She was honest about what she could help with (one of our issues is our dog jumping our fence which Holly could not help us with though she made suggestions of things we could do to keep him safe). Holly was a pleasure to work with.

Holly is a very very good dog trainer. She is calm, kind and imparts her knowledge in an…read moreaccessible and non-threatening way. I so appreciate her style and I must add that my puppy is doing very well because of what she has taught me. And make no mistake- it's not the dog; it's their human owner.