I initially called Chelsey because I was looking into getting a puppy and wanted to train the dog…read moreto be a service animal for me, having dealt with serious trauma and working in crisis response outreach, I thought it would be a really great benefit not only for me, but for the community I serve and work with. In that initial phone call Chelsey gave me SO much useful information, was reassuring and more importantly, validating my feelings in all of the experiences I had. Chelsey happened to have a black german shepherd that she just found out she was not going to be able to breed because of missing molars (which is NOT the german shepherd standard but we LOVE an ethical breeder). She sent me pics and the rest is history. Whoopi and I bonded for a couple months before her service dog boarding (which I called college). During our bonding time, chelsey was extremely helpful and reassuring. I was able to reach out and schedule time to meet to go over issues I was having. The homework idea is genius, I cannot believe how wrong I was about so many training methods and I felt so ready. While whoopi was boarded for service animal school I re-did the homework all over again just so I would be ready. I'm so glad I did, it made the transition to bringing her back home and into my job so easy. Whoopi has now graduated college and is so pumped to make so many new friends. I'm so thankful for all of the time, love, and energy Chelsey (and her family) have made into giving me the best thing that has ever happened to me.

Chelsey is amazing!! Our dog was having aggression issues and had bit two of our friends. He was…read moresuper reactive on the leash, with the doorbell, and anything he saw out the window of our home. Chelsey changed all of that. Our dog did the 8-week training program at Knallhart and came home calm and well-behaved and not anxious. He is no longer reactive on the leash and can stay in place when someone rings the doorbell and comes inside to visit. Such a game changer!! Knallhart is saving the lives of dogs and we are so thankful!! Highly recommend!!

Great local pet store. Friendly and helpful staff. They had everything I was looking for for my dog…read moreat prices similar to that of large, chain stores.

I love Leash on Life. My first visit ever happened today, as I was in the area and needed to refill…read moreour dog treats. As I walked up to the front door I noticed that weekly/monthly specials were posted. After walking in I was immediately greeted by a very friendly and knowledgeable employee who helped me find exactly what I was looking for -- I said rawhides when what I really meant was Bully Sticks. :) I spent around $45 on a nice assortment of dog treats (they have a very large variety including a multitude of small training type treats), a bully stick ring, and Tibetan dog chew. Who knew?! I believe the front half of the store is dedicated to dog items, middle of the store for cats, and then at the very back of the store in kind of a separate room is the food. Had I not just bought my dog's food, I would have looked to see if they carry his brand. I did notice they they carry a large selection of FROMM foods, which I've always been a fan of. They had a cute table of gourmet dog treats that you could use to create your own mixed assortment. Might try this next time. If you need a funny greeting card, look no further. They carry the Avanti brand, which is my all-time favorite. They offer some harder to find subject matters like pet-loss, pet-sitting, etc. Prices are more than fair. Everything I bought could be found online, but at more expensive prices. Excellent customer service. Conveniently located in a strip mall with UPS and my favorite Chinese restaurant in IC. Plenty of parking.

I am so impressed by Karma Dog Training. I did not think I was going to be able to participate in…read morepuppy kindergarten due to the shelter-in-place issued in Illinois, but then I was informed the class would be offered remotely via computer. I was given the opportunity to try a lesson to ensure I felt comfortable. I must admit I was blown away, not only by the companies generosity and flexibility during these unprecedented times, but also by how effective that first lesson was. Kate, our instructor, gave clear concise directions, watched remotely and helped me understand how to effectively implement the strategy, and even utilized several minutes at the end of the course to answer specific questions unique to our puppy. We have been practicing outside of the classes to reinforce the desired behaviors and I cannot believe how effective the technique is with minimal effort other than repetition. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Mandy was great in training our puppy how to live in the human world; and teaching us humans how to…read morethink like a puppy. I like how she teaches only positive reinforcement methods and gives advice/facts about dogs throughout the class. We get compliments all the time how well behaved our puppy is - thanks Mandy for training "us"!

Bounding Hound is the absolute best training facility/daycare!! It doesn't have the atmosphere of…read moreconstant chaos like some daycares; they train the dogs to modify behavior during their stay to create a more controlled and safe environment. For example, they train the dogs to calm down after the doorbell rings when you go to pick up your dog. The dogs still get to play and have fun, but things never get out of control or too loud! My dog is always so excited to walk in when I drop her off! And while she's gone I get picture and video updates of her stay, and, sometimes, they even send her home with a goody bag. Another unique feature- someone is always there even for overnight stays (no unsupervised kenneling overnight!). BH also offers grooming. My dog used to have anxiety about being groomed from a previous bad experience. Loren had the patience to work with her and, over time, got her to the point where not only was she not afraid, but he didn't even need to use any of the usual restraints that most groomers always use. I am so grateful to have had this daycare for my dog, and I will miss them a lot now that I have to move away from IC. Once Loren heard I was moving, he even offered to help me find a new facility for my dog in our new city. He took the time to call other facilities and let me know which he thought was best. This really shows how much he cares about me and my dog even after we no longer will be regular clients for BH. BH really goes above and beyond to help your dog develop good behaviors and give them a safe and fun environment for their stays!

I cannot say enough good things about this home-away-from-home for your dog!…read moreI don't have grandkids. I have granddogs---and I love them like crazy! My son and his wife got Daisy a few months ago. She had been through a lot, and had a lot of anxiety. They adopted her at the beginning of shelter-in-place during the pandemic. This was great, because it helped Daisy to spend lots of time with her pack (and extended pack!). They are both back to work and faced a huge decision--leave her home alone (which she didn't tolerate well at all) or consider a doggy day care option. We found Bounding Hounds and I can unequivocally say that you can't find a better place for your dog. They are all incredibly knowledgeable and they care about YOUR dog. The owner, Loren, is incredible. After her second day, he spent time talking to us about how to work with her at home to reinforce some of what they have been doing with her. I am a psychologist--his recommendations were so spot on. Here is the kicker--remember, this dog is a "nervous Nellie"--when we dropped her off, as soon as they opened the gate, she SPRINTED off and never looked back! She was so happy to see us--but at the same time, tried to follow Loren back inside. The fact that she is so happy there speaks VOLUMES to me. Finding a place for your dog is like taking your child to daycare---it is so hard to do. Talk to them. These guys are incredible. You won't regret it!

Ruby has been coming…read morehere since she was a pup and now she is 8 years old. She loves all the lovings everyone has for her. So thank you more than you know.

I want to start by saying I truly love my puppy and have already built a strong bond with him. That…read morepart makes this even more disappointing. Unfortunately, after bringing him home, I found out he has roundworms something I was never informed of. I was specifically told he needed to see a vet before I could pick him up, which gave me confidence he was healthy. I paid a significant amount, and now I'm facing additional unexpected vet bills to treat a condition that should have been disclosed upfront. I also made it clear that I have another dog at home, so this situation could have easily impacted more than just one pet. To make matters worse, my vet mentioned that they've seen similar cases from this same place, which is very concerning. Another red flag was not being allowed to read the terms of agreement myself they were only read to me. Looking back, that doesn't sit right. I understand that puppies can come with health risks, including parasites like roundworms, but transparency is everything especially at this price point. I feel let down by the lack of honesty and communication. Again, I love my pup and wish the best for the other dogs there, but I would strongly encourage anyone considering purchasing from here to ask detailed questions, request full documentation, and be fully aware of potential risks before committing.

While it's true that you won't get a tour of the complete facilities - they will only let you look…read morethrough the windows of the different dog care rooms - and there are no web cameras to let you catch up with your furbaby from work, this is easily overshadowed by getting a tired, happy dog at the end of the day. Worth it! Totally!!

My girl loves going to 'school' at the IC location. The staff is amazing…read more She gets so much playtime she's pooped when she gets home

The people were amazing. Their prices are very reasonable and we're very empathetic. Our dog…read morepassed on a Saturday evening and they came in on Sunday morning to make arrangements.

I appreciate the way you took care of my bestest friend...I felt better knowing she was with you…read more My other dog and I are grieving and will for a long time. Return her so quickly was a blessing and her box beautiful.

My cat is 18 ,I have taken him to Cedar Run for the past 4 years,he has always came home feeling…read morelike a kitten ,he has to be shaved completely,he gets so matted ,but they do a very good job! Wendy.Wilkinson. And Pepper

All I can say is they are wonderful. The staff is so sweet and kind. very professional, and a…read moreGodsend to me. it gives me and Gabby a break from each other. since it is just her and I at home. Thank you all so much.