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From the owner: Kay9 Training and Walking offers obedience training, behavior modification, and dog walking…read more Service is offered throughout the Long Island area in both Nassau County and Suffolk County including, but not limited to the following towns: Bay Shore, Central Islip, Cold Spring Harper, Commack, Deer Park, Dix Hills, East Meadow, Farmingdale, Hauppauge, Huntington, Jericho, Levittown, Plainview, Massapequa, Melville, Merrick, Mineola, Smithtown, Syosset, West Babylon, Westbury, and surrounding areas. If your town was not listed but you neighbor one of the listed towns you are most likely also within our service radius. Please contact us to learn more about our affordable rates and services offered and inquire now for a free consultation!

If you are reading this, your search for dog training stops here. This is the place you need and…read morethey will change your life! This sounds a little over the top BUT I'm not lying. I tell our trainers Katie and Nicole all of the time that they are life savers. We brought our puppy here at 1 years old - a small wild, energetic Jack Russell who knew every time I was on a video meeting to bark his head off and embarrass me EVERY TIME! Walks were out of the question since he would pull on the leash to the point he would choke himself... sitting on the deck was a nightmare in our own backyard because he would bark at the wind (yes, the wind), the leaves moving, the birds and obviously the neighbors. Does this sound familiar? I questioned my decision of getting a puppy and then I found Max K9. We did a 3 week Board & Train where I was super hesitant of dropping him off (because no one wants to leave their baby anywhere), but they were so good with sending video progress and pictures and including my husband and I in the process. I joke with everyone that I think they implanted a program into his brain! Lol! The transformation was unreal. We were instantly able to communicate with him and actually go on a walk.. outside in the real world. What a breath of fresh air, literally! Max K9 has given us the ability to live an active lifestyle and have our pup enjoy it with us. Hikes, traveling, morning walks, trips to the store, brewery visits, long car rides out of state... you name it. I would do it all over again if I had to without a question. So if you've made it this far, thanks for reading. I hope this helps you make your decision to having a better relationship with your pup and enjoying life with them every step of the way.

I am SO thankful for Sherry at Maximum K9. I don't know if I can put into words how helpful she has…read morebeen in training our Stormie. Stormie is a rescue who we adopted in 2019 and underwent 2 surgeries in 2021 due to bilateral CCL surgery. She was cooped up for an extended amount of time during recovery. We were unable to take her outside without her reacting to other dogs and sometimes even people. Stormie even gave us difficulty when we wanted to go for a short walk. It was so frustrating and difficult taking her out in public that we needed help. We have heard of Maximum K9 from many of our friends and even the great reviews I've seen on dog groups and online. I called to inquire about the types of training (group vs. individual) and it was clear that we needed to take private lessons. We signed up for a package of 6 lessons with Sherry that were one hour long for 6 consecutive weeks. Our first day, Sherry got to know about Stormie's behaviors - positive and negative, what we were having difficulty with and what our goals were. Sherry worked with us each week when training Stormie (and me) on how to modify or progress a skill. We learned how to heel, which we never were taught from another trainer elsewhere, and the importance of heel. We were given homework on what to practice from the training sessions to continue our work outside of the facility. Sherry helped Stormie become less dog reactive in a safe manner at Maximum K9. Stormie was slowly exposed to the board and train dogs in the facility that had various levels of size and temperament. Each week, Stormie learned how to follow her commands and not react to different dogs. With Sherry's consistent training, Stormie was able to heel with me in a circle with other dogs and sit next to them without any reaction at all. I cannot find the words to thank Sherry for helping Stormie and myself. I came into Maximum K9 with Stormie trying to pull my arm off and reacting to dogs in the lobby to now leaving with my arm back intact and her in a nice heel. I will refer all my dog lovers and friends to Maximum K9 and Sherry going forward! Thank you again!

My dog Senna and I had an amazing first experience at Paw Sessions in Greenlawn today. I had spoken…read morewith Laurie twice by phone and text before scheduling an initial evaluation for my two year old Miniature Schnauzer. Right away I could tell how kind, knowledgeable, and accommodating she was--especially with my unpredictable schedule working. She got us in for a last-minute evaluation to observe his behavior and determine which group training class would best fit his level and my goals. The facility is in a beautiful part of Greenlawn. I'm not from the area (I drove about 45 minutes from Shirley), but it was well worth the trip. The space is large, clean, and air-conditioned, with a front office stocked with treats, leads, and info on local adoptable dogs. The training area in the back is incredible--designed to feel like a real-world outdoor space, but indoors. Think: dog park meets small town street setup, complete with benches and gates. It's the perfect environment to simulate life scenarios without having to worry about weather or distractions. Laurie met us with her sweet, obedient dog Elliot and we dove right into the evaluation. She was hands-on, switching Senna's leash to a training lead and teaching me exactly how to use it--why the technique matters, how it benefits both of us, and what cues to watch for. It was part evaluation, part mini training session, and incredibly helpful. Laurie's training style is rooted in kindness and positive reinforcement. No yelling, no punishment, no harsh techniques--just consistency, praise, correction when needed, and treats if needed. This approach aligns perfectly with how I've raised Senna since he was a puppy, and I felt confident trusting Laurie with his continued training. The evaluation itself was $175, which I'll admit is more than some places I called. But let me be real: I'd gladly pay more to work with Laurie than deal with the impersonal, uninterested responses I got from other training centers. She was responsive, informative, and genuinely cares. We've now signed up for an advanced socialization class, and I can't wait to continue. She offers a full range of classes: beginner obedience, off-leash recall, dog first aid & CPR, park outings, and more--all throughout the summer at various times, which is ideal for people with non-traditional work hours. Bonus: Laurie also makes her own single-ingredient dehydrated treats--and Senna LOVES the beef chips. He's picky, but these were a hit. They're the perfect size, break apart easily, and are ideal for training sessions. I even bought a bag to take home. They're healthier than most store-bought treats, and supporting a local business felt great. Another plus: Laurie offers private, in-home or at work training sessions for those with unpredictable schedules like mine. She was flexible, easy to reach by text, and clearly passionate about what she does. Finding a good trainer in Long Island wasn't easy--I filled out multiple contact forms and barely heard back from anyone. Laurie called me within hours and kept in touch every step of the way. If you're looking for a dog trainer who gets it, who respects your time, communicates well, and truly loves what she does, go to Paw Sessions. I'm so happy we found her, and I can't wait to see Senna grow through these next few months of training. I'll update this review as we progress--but for now, it's a solid 5 stars from both of us.

Great people and our dog LOVES weekly play sessions with them. We really appreciate the team at…read morepawsessions and highly recommend!

Melanie helped us train our 2 Labradoodles. We have worked…read morewith other dog trainers with our previous dog who we thought was one of the best... Melanie surpassed our expectations. She cares so much for animals and the way they are treated and trained. She focuses on positive reinforcement and is thoughtful in how she responds and interacts with dogs. She helped us counteract some of our puppies negative behaviors with replacing them with more acceptable behaviors. Both of our Labradoodles have also stayed with Melanie for Board and Train (multiple times). Each time our pups returned they were calm and ready to show off their new skills (like staying on their beds during meal times). She also sent us photos and videos to show us the progress they made while we were away. We just love the positive influence Melanie has had on our pups. We also have 2 children and Melanie worked with both of them to teach them training techniques they could use with our dogs. We have recommend several friends to Melanie who have also had great experiences with her training their dogs as well. We highly recommend Melanie and Wagmore dog training!

Melanie is amazing. My pitbull had some PTSD resulting from a traumatic experience he'd experienced…read moreon a plane trip a few years back. After seeing him a few times the Vet recommended a strong treatment of prozac to help alleviate his symptoms. However, before going the chemical route I wanted to try solving his symptoms in a more holistic manner. After a few renowned trainers told me he was a lost cause, trainers who probably build their reputation based on the easiest of cases, Melanie Bennet entered the picture. We had a consultation and Melanie was compassionate with my dog and helped me understand his mindset as well as a training regimen that could help him improve. She was very realistic in managing my expectations and helped me understand what was achievable in the training and what would be a stretch. I enrolled my dog in a 4-week training bootcamp where Melanie focused on teaching my dog relaxation techniques. Some things I observed after my first visit is that he would lay down a lot, I thought he was tired or scared but then learned Melanie trained him to do that whenever he was overly aroused. Similarly he would stop moving his tail to calm himself down. Throughout successive visits I observed how my dog was more composed and relaxed. He was also paying more attention to me so he could follow my lead. After the first three weeks he had been able to learn to calm himself down enough to reinforce the basics and learn a few cute tricks. He learned how to walk on a gentle leader and how to spin and touch a cone on command. When he came back home people could not believe what they were seeing. I no longer had to hide my dog in my bedroom whenever I had visitors in an attempt to shield them from my dog's anxiety. As long as the visitors knew the ground rules to avoid arousing my dog too much, we had a perfect interaction, something that would have been impossible before. Furthermore, the training did not end there. Melanie provided extensive documentation on what I could do to reinforce and continue his training, which was very useful for me as I did not know how to avoid undoing all of Melanie's fantastic work. Overall, I highly recommend Melanie to any person who wants to have their dog properly trained, especially is that dog needs special attention. Melanie is a professional of the highest level of loves her job and is dedicated to the welfare of the dogs she trains. In the 8 years I've had my dog, and the countless trainers that have tried to help him, I had never met anyone like her. She has my full trust when it comes to my dog.

Super big guy, super nice, super badass. He has helped my confidence with my 3yr old newfy male who…read moregets aggressive & protective of me around new dogs. I have worked with other trainers and Alex has been the most straightforward and helpful. He is a dog behaviorist who will find every way for you to succeed with your dog. Prices are reasonable for his skill level.

From the owner: I'm a Certified Dog Trainer that goes to people's homes and trains the owner to train their dog…read moreand/or puppy with issues like obedience, behavioral, puppy training and eliminating fears/phobias. I have more client reviews on my website and/or Google.

We've used Dan's service for years aback when we had guinea pigs. They were awesome. Then recently…read morewe adopted a rescue dog from Puerto Rico. We love him dearly and he's a handful. Dan's has excellent dog trainers as well as sitters and our trainer for our dog is amazing. We already see major changes in our dog's behavior and can't recommend Dan's business and folks enough.

From the owner: Dan's Dog Walking & Pet Sitting is the #1 pet care service provider to the North Shore of Long…read moreIsland (and now Williamsburg & Greenpoint in Brooklyn and Long Island City in Queens!). With more than 2,000 clients served since our launch in 2009, we have made it our mission to provide our clients with the highest quality of pet care services while implementing cutting edge technology to improve the customer experience by verifying all visits with the use of GPS technology. We create custom plans for each individual client that is implemented by a dedicated team of pet care specialists that have undergone thorough background checks, intensive training and are all fully bonded and insured. We're in the peace of mind business.

We had a french bulldog and sent him to Danny for a month of training/boarding when we had our…read moredaughter. He was a jumper and and overall pretty wild guy. After training he came back so well behaved! He accommodated to squeeze Jax in on short notice. Recently we got a rescue and she's an extremely aggressive walker and can use some obedience training. We reached out to Danny again and he was able to fit us in his busy schedule. Will report back in a month but I'm confident she'll come back well behaved and he'll give us the right tools to continue training her

There are not enough words to describe how grateful I am to have met Danny. My dog Cookie was a…read morerescue. As much as we loved her, I was very close to sending her back to the shelter. Cookie was loving but she had a TERRIBLE nipping problem (along with other issues). She had gone through 2 trainers already and nothing was working. With a 7 year old child in the house, Cookie spent most of her time in her crate. I just could not risk my daughter accidentally getting hurt. Cookie went with Danny for 4 weeks and she came back a whole new dog. Before Danny, cookie was never allowed to roam the house. I am forever grateful for Danny's patience. He would send me updates, pictures and videos on Cookies progress. He even followed up with another lesson to show my dad how to properly handle Cookie at home. Thank you Danny! You saved Cookie.

We hired Lorrie to help us with us with Brody, our reactive labradoodle. Brody was barking at…read moreeverything while inside our home and while on leash. In addition, Brody was pulling on the leash, making dog walking unpleasant. Lorrie designed a reasonable plan to help curb Brody's reactive behavior. Brody enjoyed his trainingy with Lorrie, as did his humans! Lorrie is extremely knowledgeable, pleasant, and fun to work with. Most importantly, she sets realistic goals which are attainable. After the training session Lorrie emails a synopsis of what was learned and what the owner needs to work on with your dog to maximize the training experience. These notes are invaluable as one may revisit those instructions now and again if unwanted behavior resurfaces. We highly recommend Lorrie to assist in training your dog! You and your dog will undoubtedly be better for it!

Lorrie was outstanding and comprehensive in helping us manage our minidoodle's fears and anxiety…read more(and ours!) She was validating and understanding. She helped us learn to read her body language and doing the consent test to see if she wants to be pet so we can teach others who come to our home. We learned to read her signs of stress to decrease and manage her anxiety. Lorrie gave us valuable interventions to manage bedtime, potty training , walking reactivity, increasing her social comfort level, and so much more. We are very grateful to Lorrie !! Sharon & John

Doggie Bliss NY is an amazing company!! From our very first meeting, their professionalism and…read moregenuine love for animals shone through. Every walker we've met has been warm, reliable, and full of positive energy -- our dogs, Buddy and Scruffie practically dance with excitement when they arrive! Their communication is fantastic. They're punctual, consistent, and never miss a beat, no matter the weather. I also love how attentive they are to each dog's personality -- Buddy's playful bursts and Scruffie's slower pace are both catered to perfectly. Finding people who care for your pets as much as you do is rare, and Doggie Bliss NY is exactly that. They've given me complete peace of mind and brought extra joy to Buddy and Scruffie's lives. I recommend them to anyone who wants the very best for their four-legged family members.

Doggie Bliss has been a total game-changer for us. They're professional, dependable and every…read morewalker has been respectful and experienced. I can tell they love the animals they take care of, which is what is most important to us. I also love the updates and cute photos from my babies' walks. I've used them for walks and extended pet-sitting and I am always happy with their services. I recommend them for your pets.