Kai's Obedience is a really unique training program and we've had a great experience so far. The…read moreclasses are engaging and actually fun to attend, and Kai does a great job keeping everyone involved while still expecting a lot from both the dogs and their owners. What really stands out is that this isn't just basic puppy training. The program goes far beyond simple commands, and dogs can continue on to earn certifications and develop much more advanced obedience skills. Watching the more experienced dogs walk completely off leash and follow commands with total focus is incredibly impressive. Kai clearly knows what he's doing and the structure of the program helps both dogs and owners stay consistent. If you're looking for a place where your dog can truly learn strong obedience skills and keep progressing over time, Kai's Obedience is a great option.

we brought our 4 month old Doberman to Kai's and she has blossomed. Derrick has spent one on one…read moreafter class to help me teach me and make sure that I understand what I need to be doing so my dog can continue to learn. Derrick is truly gifted at training dogs and it amazes me how my dog works with him. Now let's talk about how other people that attend Kai's are. They are truly helpful and want you to be the best.

Prior to my pup staying with Bark Ave. I was looking around at different places to board her on the…read moreday/night of my wedding. I've heard nothing but good things about Bark Ave. so I had my now husband reach out to them. Chloe (my pup) received a package in the mail from them with puppy treats, a toy, and other miscellaneous items. I knew from their interest in her that we had to board her there for the night. Fast forward to July 22, I was super worried about how she would be in a new environment since she is a puppy and she gets anxiety around new people and not being by/with her "mom". That night I received a report card with a cute little picture of her and it had no negatives about her; she even made friends with two other pups- Annie and Tator! When we picked her up she was super happy and the staff working enjoyed playing with her. We paid a little extra so she could have 1:1 play time and be let out more often since we are working on potty training. In all, I definitely recommend this place and I will reach out to them again if we ever need to board Chloe overnight for whatever reason.

September 13 took our Yorkie from grooming appointment when we picked her up they gave another…read moreclient with a Yorkie our dog harness, walker harness, and her collar with dog tags. WTF they haven't contacted the other clients and they seem to live in another town far away. They're not taking the correct responsibility to retrieve our items. This isn't the first time they done something with our dogs walking harness. Be aware!!!!!!!!

Mike and Eric did a great job helping me to turn my dog around. No more resource guarding or…read morenuisance barking!!! Thank you ADU Des Moines!

We tried everything with Moose, but nothing seemed to work until we brought him to Mike and his…read moreteam at All Dogs Unleashed. Mike and his team are extremely professional and exceptional at what they do. Moose had issues with everything from digging and biting to pulling on the leash and difficulties with kennel training. Within two weeks with their board and train program, moose was a new dog. He was just as lovey as he was before, but now a great listener as well. Mike and his team helped us learn how to communicate with Moose. If I could give this company 20 stars, I would. I trust Mike with Moose, and I recommend this company to anyone who is looking to train their dog. Don't hesitate.. book with All Dogs Unleashed!!

I mean...what can you say about the great work that happens at the ARL?! Desk staff was kind and…read morehelpful, answering the many questions families ask. It was quick to be escorted back to visit with the dogs. I was glad that the staff sat with me for a bit as I sat with our newest family member and got acquainted. The check out process is pretty smooth as well, sitting at tables and having everything on a tablet, again with knowledgeable staff. I appreciated the small bag of food that was provided to make the transition at home, easier.

We had one of the most heartbreaking and frustrating experiences with the ARL after adopting our…read more11-week-old kitten. When we adopted her, we were not informed that she had been spayed the day before. We received little to no communication about her surgery or what her recovery should look like, including limiting her activity, monitoring her incision and stitches, signs of complications to watch for, or when she should receive a follow-up exam. Just two days after bringing her home, she developed a noticeable limp, so we took her to an urgent care veterinary clinic. We were shocked to learn that she had an extremely high fever. We had no idea this could potentially be related to her recent surgery, nor were we given any information about what symptoms we should be watching for. The urgent care veterinarian ran tests, prescribed antibiotics, and instructed us to have her seen again the following day. Because we had adopted her from the ARL, we brought her back the next day around 1 p.m. for a follow-up. We were not given a timeline for how long she would be there, and we were not allowed to speak directly with a veterinarian. We called multiple times throughout the day trying to get an update, and each time we were essentially told to wait. Then, about 30 minutes before closing, we received a call telling us to come pick up our kitten. That was essentially the extent of the communication. We were not given a clear summary of what had happened, what the veterinary staff found, whether her fever had improved, what her temperature was, what treatment she received, or what we needed to do once we got her home. When we arrived, the vet tech again provided very little information. What makes this even more frustrating is that we were not provided with medical records or documentation of what was done during her visit that day. As new pet parents, we trusted the ARL to properly care for our kitten and to communicate with us about her health. Instead, we have felt completely left in the dark while trying to advocate for an 11-week-old kitten who has already experienced significant health issues just days after coming home. We understand that complications can happen, and we are not expecting everything to go perfectly. What we are asking for is communication, transparency, and appropriate guidance. We should not have to repeatedly call for basic information about our kitten's condition, especially when she was recovering from a procedure performed immediately before we adopted her. It is incredibly upsetting to feel like we were not given the information necessary to properly care for her and that we had to figure everything out ourselves after she became sick. If the ARL's mission is to help animals, we genuinely struggle to understand how this situation was handled. Our kitten deserved better, and as her owners, we deserved to be informed and included in her care. We are heartbroken, frustrated, and honestly at a loss for words. We hope the ARL takes this situation seriously and recognizes how important communication and transparency are when placing an animal into a new home.

I started dog training with Deb just last week. In this short period of time I've already seen a…read moresignificant change in behavior of my dog. I haven't been able to do as much of the homework but its still really helped There's no doubt that this program is going to work! She also has a love of dogs and was helpful in suggesting better food and toys for his well being!

» I had 2 uncontrollable dogs and was steered to Bark…read moreBusters by a friend from another city. I waited over a year to finally call but I'm sure glad I did. Deb is my trainer, she's very hands on, patient and great to and with my dogs. I saw an immediate change in them. They are far from "fixed" but we are working on it and taking it a step at a time. I can't thank Deb enough for giving me the guidance to correct their behavior w/out strong/aggressive tactics. Bark Busters and Deb specifically are great. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone. I've used other dog trainers but have found profound issues with how they treated the owner and/or the dogs. Deb treats us all with respect.

4 Paws always provides excellent care for my dogs. The staff truly love my dogs as their own. They…read morestay in great communication and offer lots of extra things to help my dogs while I'm away!

Took care of my dogs like they were family. Always plenty of communication and very friendly staff…read more They understood we had an emergency from the Derecho storm and took them in until we could find a place to live that allowed dogs !! My babies are more well mannered and listen to me better than they ever did before ! Thank you ALL at 4Paws! We love you !

Ryan is amazing! I have a strong-willed, stubborn, and controlling little schnauzer that needs a…read morelot of help. we did the board and train, and it's worth every penny. I love that Ryan has stuck by us through thick and thin, and we are still in training. He's very knowledgeable, and my dog loves him. I would highly recommend Sit Means Sit with Ryan.

We live in Ames and were having a hard time finding a training approach that suited our sweet but…read moreanxious German Shepherd, and we've been so glad to have found Sit Means Sit DSM! Both of the trainers, Ryan and Emily, are fantastic and have been so helpful giving us personalized tips for our dog. The prices are a steal and the best part is the packages are flexible to suit the needs of your dog. I would highly recommend them! And if you need more convincing, I think it says something that we are willing to drive from Ames to take part in the training. Worth it no matter where you're coming from!

Does an amazing job helping me find and train my service dog. I would have been lost without their…read morewonderful help!

Love the results. I could not take either of my dogs on a walk at the same time. Even alone they…read morepulled or yanked on the leash. I can now walk both of them together without any problems. I really like that they learned place. i highly recommend if your struggling with your dog.

Denise's Doggie Do's Mobile (Kory) gave our 2 year old German Shepard a fantastic full groom today…read more Kory was fantastic with our Grace and we couldn't be more happy with the friendly dog grooming service this company provided to our precious Grace. We have found our the right doggie grooming service for our sweet girl. Thanks so much for all your hard work Kory and Denise that you so much for getting us fit in !! Very Grateful, Charles , Brandi and Grace

Wd have used Denise's for over 25 years. Over the last year, scheduling issues. They would show up…read moreand we didn't know they were coming. Some computer glitch. OK. Always did a fantastic job, especially Allie. Our old boy, typical cocker issues. We wondered why they haven't come to groom him, he's really shaggy. Finally got text, Thurs at 10. This Thurs!!! Just got a text, sorry, we can't do it Thursday. No follow-up day? No nothing. He is having surgery on Friday. So another month of not being groomed. The original owner Denise wouldn't be happy . I have recommended this company for years. I take it back. The new owner used to groom our pup. Obviously could care less, now . Lots of other mobile groomers and time to look elsewhere. And find a reliable Groomer. Which Denise's isn't.