Highly, highly recommend Say It Once Dog Training! We have used them for our two pups with trainers…read moreDonna & Michelle. They were both wonderful and really took the time to explain each of the dog's behaviors - the how & why. After your first in home visit, you're able to take your dogs to group classes which are held all over the city & suburbs. These classes are awesome for our reactive dogs - it gives them the exposure they need in a controlled environment. I have never been made to feel embarrassed or bad about my dog's behavior which I have experienced at other training organizations -- that is why we hired them! I really feel that I have a strong support system with Say It Once. While we (my fiancé & I) need to stay on top of training on our own, our dogs show so much progress each training sessions. Love Say It Once!!!!

I can't even begin to put into words how grateful I am to Say It Once Dog Training and most…read morespecifically Michelle!!They are the best in the business! Michelle is extremely knowledgeable and patient. She is there for you when you need help and right next to you to celebrate your successes. She will be you and your dogs biggest cheerleader! You cannot go wrong with Michelle and Say It Once Dog Training!

Lily has been an ideal instructor for our golden retriever Malibu. Even as a puppy, Fetch & Follow…read morehas provided us with a well-disciplined dog that is still learning and growing daily as a part of our family. For us, given that our time to spend training our new dog was difficult to come by, I highly recommend their new board & train program, it was truly a gamechanger!

our trainer (Lily) was great! if you're a first time dog owner I highly recommend Fetch & Follow…read morethey will take the time to answer questions and throughly work with you one on one. super professional and flexible time scheduling

My experience here could not have been better. I did loads of research on trainers prior to making…read moremy decision, as I had specific issues I needed to work on with my dog, Gus. I wanted to be involved in the training along the way because part of my struggle had been establishing dominance/ taking the lead. I wanted to be working on that dynamic from the beginning, not just trying to take over once someone else trained him. Sit Means Sit was the perfect blend of introducing concepts to both me and my dog, setting the foundations with repetition (took some of the legwork off my plate), and then after each session practicing with both me and my dog to assure we were understanding. My at home lesson was invaluable. Talking through our issues in the space where they are occurring was crucial for customized tips. Some concepts are difficult to implement in certain setups, and Lisa was genius at thinking of alternatives. It can also be hard to describe what's going on without seeing it. The at home lesson gave that opportunity and Lisa was able to understand my dog's excitement and not only better explain his actions to me, but also she was able to suggest more creative ways to work with him in our unique space. Before training, Gus was next to impossible to walk. I'd spend 30 minutes standing in one spot waiting for him to calm down and give me attention. He pulled me so hard once going after another dog, he completely took me down. After training we are able to enjoy walks at my pace (not a constant sprint ). That's just one highlight of the improvement Sit Means Sit accomplished with my big ball of pure energy. I had such a wonderful experience with all the trainers I worked with. Christina had a great sense of humor that I looked forward to during our sessions with Gus. Someone who can laugh with you about how awkward you look and feel learning new concepts is a gem. Evan was like an accidental therapist who you don't mean to spill your guts to, but you do because his energy is so calm and understanding. THESE are the types of people you want working with your family pet, and with YOU. I can get tense training my dog, but they put me at ease the entire time. Additionally, Alicia was remarkably accommodating to my insane schedule and always able to promptly connect with me and figure out how to get me in. I'm a sucker for customer service and Alicia's bubbly personality is a perfect fit. I was so impressed with SMS, I signed up for puppy class, too. I know training can be an expensive investment and you want to be sure it's worth it-- this is worth it. Don't waste money doing multiple other trainings that don't quite click because they are more affordable. Do it right the first time here!

Our dog, Penny, is a rescued pitbull and the sweetest dog in the entire world to us, guests and…read morestrangers on the street. She did however have a terrible habit of pulling (think of a sleigh dog. That's what she looked like while pulling us, ugh) Enough was enough. Eventually we would have gotten hurt or she could have gotten lose & hurt herself / another dog. She also showed aggression towards other dogs and growls, barks and pulled even harder than normal. Inside she was a princess and outside she looked like a mean evil pitbull. It made us as dog owners look bad. Plus, we couldn't enjoy our summer with an uncontrollable dog. We decided to head to a free consultation. We were referred here by the owners husband. After the consultation they said most likely she won't need a harness anymore, only a leash. I laughed on inside. Guess what.... They were right. Since training, we've only needed a collar.. No more harness! We did the 3 day training program which meant penny would get dropped off here and spend 8 hours with a trainer 1 on 1. It also includes 1 day at home which was very helpful & 3 months of group classes which are 2x a week. They took videos of her training and sent them to us. In the videos they explained what they were doing and why it worked. We can always look back on those videos if needed. That's very helpful! The price seemed steep at first but essentially you are getting 3+ months of training for the price. Peace of mind knowing my dog is safe is priceless. Linda and Bridget did an excellent job. Penny Is more controllable now and doesn't pull on the leash. Group classes will really benefit her and I can't wait to start. I'm thankful for sit means sit. I used to dread walks and we couldn't even do fun stuff like the parks or camping. Now, we can finally have fun with our dog. Most importantly, she is much more safe since we can control her.

I had such positive training experience with Paw & Order. They help me understand a lot of how to…read moreeffectively communicate with my teenage pup and supported me to safely use tools and better understand them. They have a safe environment and trainers that are able to provide my pup socialized skills, clarity in communication and time that I wasn't able to provide him with. Elissa is so kind, patient and very supportive. Honestly, all their trainers are so passionate about dogs, they care about them so much and advocate for the dog's success, they will all help you to become a better and responsible dog parent. I LOVE that they help me strengthen the bond with my beloved one and there for me all the way through (super responsive!) My pup came home more confident, focus and happy. He is now a proud CGC pup, were able to enjoy our outings safely together and have a great start to discover all the adventures life throws our way. The best part is that we will have their support for life, join the community and learn about more training to bond our relationship in a healthy way. The upsetting part was that I wished I had known and started with them and not waste my money on other trainings prior! I'm definitely coming back here when I get my second dog. It's SO worth it.

My husband and I contacted Paw & Order to inquire about training our anxious dog to go to the…read morebathroom outside rather than inside our house. Paw & Order had some availability for an in-home consultation that would last about 1.5 hours and cost $100. The trainer was named Jamie, and she arrived at our house on time. She had a pleasant personality, and she talked in depth with us about our dog's behaviors and her proposed training techniques. She spent most of the time talking with my husband and me, and she observed my dog only for a couple of minutes in a bed and on the front stoop. Jamie said that Paw & Order uses balanced training that combines positive reinforcement (e.g., adding a desirable stimulus to increase a behavior), negative reinforcement (e.g., removing an aversive stimulus to increase a behavior), positive punishment (e.g., adding an aversive stimulus to reduce a behavior), and negative punishment (e.g., removing a desirable stimulus to reduce behavior). Jamie said that she would initially use positive reinforcement (e.g., a door bell and a lure stick) with my dog to build her confidence. Then she would consider using a choke collar, a prong collar, and an e-collar that feels tingly. She said that she probably would not use the prong collar, but my husband and I would need to consent to using the other collars. At the end of the consultation, Jamie gave us a contract to consider signing. The contract said that we would receive 4-5 sessions within 6 months of the start date, and lessons would typically be scheduled every couple of weeks. The total cost would be $1,835. We would be required to send a weekly text or email about the dog's behavior as well as upload a video showing each household member working with the dog. In the end, my husband and I ended up not hiring Paw & Order to train our dog. (Our adoption contract with the animal shelter had prohibited choke chains, prong collars, and shock collars, and the shelter employee specifically mentioned to not use this company.) I, however, do feel thankful that Jamie gave us some useful training tips, such as using hotdogs, a bell, and a lure stick.

Personal in-home training is an investment that continues to pay off! My excellent experienced…read moretrainer from Pawsitive Outcomes understood the psychology of my pet's breed. He taught me how to interact so that my puppy's natural instincts would thrive and her needs would be met. This has helped improve the relationship I have with my dog. We are so happy together, because I have learned how to work with my pet in the most effective way.

Michael McClelland is an excellent dog trainer. He is very professional and comes to your…read moreresidence. He trained my untrained dogs to become obedient and well adjusted dogs. The one rescue dog who was unsocialized in her prior home was so fearful and hid under the treadmill for 2 years is now able to be held ,sleeps on the bed and now runs with the pack, thanks to Mike's expertise.

Please do yourself a favor and find a reputable, independent groomer. The first time I brought my…read moredog here, I was somewhat satisfied. The groom wasn't perfect, but it cleaned her up enough. The second time, with a different groomer, we were informed the previous groomer had actually used shears on our double-coated dog, causing visible coat damage. This new groomer seemed knowledgeable at first, and we were very impressed by the job she did, until we got home and realized she had cut our dog's tail-- something we had explicitly instructed her NOT to do. Now my dog's coat is permanently damaged from their negligence, and her tail was bluntly hacked just days before our wedding, where she was expected to play a vital role and be in photos that we will have to look at forever. These "groomers" have zero respect for owner's instructions and minimal knowledge of proper grooming care. I will never trust them with my dog again, and I strongly urge others to take their pets elsewhere.

I've accompanied my neighbor a couple of times to PetSmart so she can get needed supplies for her…read morepuppy. Their prices are more reasonable than what you would find in the grocery store and they have a lot of buy one get one 1/2 off offers among the merchandise. Pets are permitted inside. They offer both grooming and Pet training services but she has no need of either of these services since she has had pets before and has her own groomer. She is able to find food, treats toys, as well as bedding for her new puppy. She told me that do have a rewards program for frequent purchases. She likes to shop here since they have a wider selection than other Pet supply companies. Each time I've accompanied her staff is both friendly and helpful to get the right things that she needs and answer any questions she has. I love looking at the dogs and cats they bring in and on one occasion was offering adopt a cat from a rescue organization in the store. The place is clean and well organized. No matter what type of pet you own including small exotics you can always find something that you need here.

Our older dog was being very aggressive towards our new puppy, to the point where we were worried…read morewe would have to give the new puppy away. We tried multiple dog trainers, none of whom were really able to make much of a difference. We finally contacted Crystal at Stellar Pets after finding her name on the official list of certified behaviorists, and she was able to completely fix the problem within two sessions. She is extremely positive with the dogs, and you can see the changes in behavior almost immediately. One of the biggest differences I noticed between Stellar Pets and the other places we tried was that Crystal was the only one who actually customized her behavior training to the specific personalities of our dogs. I highly recommend Stellar Pets!

From the owner: With Stellar Pets, every animal is a Star Pupil! With certified behavior consultant and dog trainer…read moreCrystal on your team, we can help you solve all your behavior needs. In addition to puppy, canine good citizen or trick dog training and testing, and service dog training, we work with aggression, fear, anxiety (including separation anxiety) and more. And we don't stop at dogs- check out our cat consults or hire help for your house hippo, either way we've got you.

Kate really knows what she's doing. My dog is 2 years old. I thought it was over for her attitude…read more We couldn't take her to daycare. We couldn't take her to the dog park. We quickly found out that could all be turned around. About 2 weeks after going to Kate my dog is better around other dogs. She used to be snappy she's more chill with all of her same cheer

Kate is a great dog trainer! We worked with Kate because our beagle was very disobedient and would…read moreonly follow his nose instead of our commands. She was able to quickly identify the things we were doing that were not working and teach us how to better communicate to our dog. Our beagle also had a lot of aggression with towards other dogs, so we thought. Kate arranged one of our sessions at her friend's house so that her friend and her large German Shepard could stand outside while we worked with our beagle's reaction. Kate immediately saw that our beagle was actually very fearful of the other dog and that what was causing his reaction. Within fifteen minutes we were walking down the street side by side with the German Shepard and its owner without my beagle flipping out! Kate offers sessions in the client's home at a reasonable price. You can pay per session or buy multiple sessions for a discount. As owners of a stubborn, yet oh so cute, beagle, we found our five sessions with Kate to be extremely valuable. We will use what we learned everyday of our lives as dog owners.

A Life-Changing Experience with McWreath Dog Training!…read more I can't say enough good things about Chelsea, the founder and owner of McWreath Dog Training! When Loki and I first came to Chelsea, we were both an anxious mess--me, not knowing how to help my pup, and Loki, struggling with walks, car rides, and the everyday stresses of life. Fast forward to now, and the transformation is nothing short of incredible: ‍ Loki walks more calmly by my side. He's confident enough to enjoy the local dog park and make new friends! Long car trips? No problem! Everyday errands around town? A breeze. Chelsea didn't just train Loki; she trained us as a team. Her patience, expertise, and genuine care for both dogs and their owners made all the difference. Loki is happier, more relaxed, and thriving in ways I never thought possible. Loki even used their Boarding facilities when we took a trip to Europe for 10 days. He had tons of fun meeting and playing with all the other pups there, in a structured setting and fully supervised. (with videos and photos too) If you're feeling overwhelmed with your dog's behavior, I wholeheartedly recommend McWreath Dog Training. Chelsea has truly given us the tools and confidence to enjoy life together to the fullest! Thank you, Chelsea, for changing our lives! Loki and I are forever grateful.

From the owner: ❓Did You Know❓ We offer FREE Dog Training Consultation Calls!…read more 🐶 Discover how easy it is to book a 30-minute call with Head Trainer Chelsea McWreath and find the perfect training solutions for your dog’s success when you visit our website today!

I cannot recommend Camp Bow Wow to any dog owner who truly cares about their pet's well-being. I…read moresent my Doberman, Oakley, here for puppy training and daycare--about three times a week--and completely regret the decision. Not only did I waste a lot of money, but the experience was ultimately traumatic for both of us. In January, I was told that Oakley needed to be taken out of group play every hour and a half for a "time out" because she was "too much." Instead of getting the full day of daycare I was paying for, she was essentially being boarded for half the day. I gave it a shot, hoping they knew what they were doing, but within a week it was clear it wasn't working. I requested a refund and was denied. Trying to use up the rest of the daycare package I had already paid for, we continued--until February, when Oakley was attacked by another dog while playing with a different one. The story about what happened changed multiple times. Laurie and Tim, the owners, couldn't keep their lies straight. First, they blamed "the energy in the room," then shifted to blaming Oakley for being "too intense," and eventually, they banned my dog--the victim--from Camp Bow Wow. Let's be real, Laurie: Brittany is banned, not Oakley. Laurie even claimed she had reviewed the footage "second by second" and still couldn't tell what happened to Oakley. The very first time I watched the footage, it was immediately clear what happened--Oakley was targeted and attacked. Either Laurie didn't watch it, or she didn't want to admit the truth. To make me go away, they eventually refunded the remainder of my package and covered Oakley's medical expenses. I seriously considered filing a civil suit because of the dishonesty and lack of accountability--but unfortunately, dogs don't have legal rights the same way people do. The lack of transparency, the shifting narratives, and the outright fabrications from management make this place unsafe, unethical, and unworthy of your trust. If you value your dog's safety and your peace of mind, stay far away from Camp Bow Wow.

With my permission my daughter, Brittany Hubbard, went on Camp Bow Wow Southwest location on…read moreTrumbull drive and posted a review under my name on facebook. The review is the same as this review... Camp Bow Wow deleted my access to their facebook page preventing any negative reviews from being posted! Please feel free to share this review! By blocking the negative review this business shows that they monitor and pick and choose what reviews that they want seen on different platforms. I cannot recommend Camp Bow Wow to any dog owner who truly cares about their pet's well-being. I sent my Doberman, Oakley, here for puppy training and daycare--about three times a week--and completely regret the decision. Not only did I waste a lot of money, but the experience was ultimately traumatic for both of us. In January, I was told that Oakley needed to be taken out of group play every hour and a half for a "time out" because she was "too much." Instead of getting the full day of daycare I was paying for, she was essentially being boarded for half the day. I gave it a shot, hoping they knew what they were doing, but within a week it was clear it wasn't working. I requested a refund and was denied. Trying to use up the rest of the daycare package I had already paid for, we continued--until February, when Oakley was attacked by another dog while playing with a different one. The story about what happened changed multiple times. Laurie and Tim, the owners, couldn't keep their lies straight. First, they blamed "the energy in the room," then shifted to blaming Oakley for being "too intense," and eventually, they banned my dog--the victim--from Camp Bow Wow. Let's be real, Laurie: Brittany is banned, not Oakley. Laurie even claimed she had reviewed the footage "second by second" and still couldn't tell what happened to Oakley. The very first time I watched the footage, it was immediately clear what happened--Oakley was targeted and attacked. Either Laurie didn't watch it, or she didn't want to admit the truth. And please lie about it, because I have the footage of the attack. To make me go away, they eventually refunded the remainder of my package and covered Oakley's medical expenses. I vigorously investigated filing a civil suit because of the dishonesty and lack of accountability--but unfortunately, dogs don't have legal rights the same way people do. The lack of transparency, the shifting narratives, and the outright fabrications from management make this place unsafe, unethical, and unworthy of your trust. If you value your dog's safety and your peace of mind, stay far away from Camp Bow Wow.