We highly recommend Jayne, she is a very experienced dog trainer. Very flexible with scheduling…read more Also very responsive over text.

Jayne is amazing! I actually called Jayne bc I was worried abt my young pom bc he jumped on another…read moredog on one of our walks. I was so worried and embarrassed! I called my vet as soon as i got home! My vet suggested I call this particular behavioral trainer she knew and so I did. (It wasn't Jayne). This behavioral trainer told me I should return my dog to breeder. I should never fall asleep with this breed on my bed (Pomeranians) as they could bite my face off. She continued to tell me all these horrible stories abt poms. I was so confused and upset when I hung up. My husband insisted I get another opinion. I found Jayne's info online the next day and called her. She came over same day because she knew how upset I was and she wanted to meet my fur baby. Needless to say, she is amazing! I am so happy I made that call! My pom is now 5 yo and he is fabulous! Sweet, entertaining, and so well-behaved because of Jayne's training!

This place is absolutely unacceptable, and I regret ever trusting them with my dog…read more Even two years later, I still feel strongly enough to warn others. After I left an honest review about my experience, they responded by threatening to sue both me and a rescue I volunteered with at the time. That alone should raise serious concerns about how they handle accountability. I visited daily for the entire month my dog was there, so what I'm saying is based on what I personally saw over and over again--not a one-time impression. Their "training" methods included physically poking dogs in the side and neck. The dogs did not appear to be properly fed and did not have consistent access to water. Over that month, I watched dogs lose weight, become withdrawn, and show clear signs of stress and shutdown behavior. I also personally saw a dog who was extremely underweight, had visible sores, and smelled strongly of urine and feces, as if she had been left sitting in it. No dog should ever be in that condition--especially in a place people are paying to care for and train their animals. It honestly concerns me that they still have positive reviews, because in my experience, the longer a dog stays there, the more concerning the changes become. I'm posting this again now because someone I know recently considered bringing a foster dog there. I made it very clear that no dog in my care will ever go anywhere near this place. If you care about your dog, do your research, ask questions, and trust what you see. I would strongly urge anyone considering this facility to visit frequently and unannounced.

If you're looking for a well-run, positive place to drop your dog off for daycare or boarding, Dog…read moreOver Breed is fantastic. We've been taking our pup there since she was just 4 months old, and now at 11 months she still loves it. The new Concord facility is clean, easy to get to, and very well maintained. The owner has been incredibly helpful with advice throughout our dog's young age, and it's been a wonderful place for her socialization. Our dog is always excited to go and sleeps like a rock after we bring her home. This is a trusted East Bay business with great people who clearly care about the dogs. Highly recommended!

We have been taking several training classes here and it has been a great experience!read more

We loved training with Rachelle here. She's a great teacher and so good with the dogs AND the…read morepeople. The small classes are nice and help keep the dogs focused. Our pup was totally different after his first round of classes here, and we will be back soon for another round!

I adopted my sweet girl and in the beginning, she was going through some separation anxiety -…read morescratching the paint off the front door, chewing the corner and the leg of the couch, etc. I called Bark Busters and Dan was able to fit me in that week for an evaluation! He taught me how to train and speak their language (she's a Husky, so very stubborn!) and I was able to see improvement in her and myself so quickly! I still reach out to Dan for advice and help! Recently, she went through a phase of not wanting to eat 4 different types of food and only wanted to eat my food. Dan responded right away with advice and reassurance, and my girl was back to eating within a week after that. Thank you Bark Busters, and thank you Dan!

Dan has been great to work with and our dog has become so much easier and more fun to be around…read more The barking at the dinner table has stopped. The leash pulling has stopped. We are enjoying him so much more. Dan has been clear, patient, helpful and easy to work with. A real game changer.

We had such a great experience working with Anthony! We have a Cane Corso puppy Jax and from the…read morevery beginning Anthony was knowledgeable and made training easy to understand. He took the time to explain not only what to do but why it works, which helped us feel much more confident continuing the training at home. We've already seen a huge improvement in Jax's behavior after Anthony's 3 week board and training program. He now heels and walks right next to us instead of constantly tugging on the leash, which has made walks so much more enjoyable. He's also much calmer, listens so much better, and is overall becoming a well behaved puppy. It's clear Anthony genuinely cares about the dogs he works with and wants both the puppy and the owner to succeed. We truly appreciate Anthony's help!

Updating my review to say how incredibly happy I am with Powerhouse K9! My puppy is now 8 months…read moreold and has spent a total of 5 weeks here (3 weeks for board-and-train and 2 weeks for regular boarding). As a first-time puppy owner, I wasn't sure what to expect or if puppies just naturally outgrow certain behavioral issues. Either way, this is the only formal training she has ever had, and the results speak for themselves. She came back so incredibly well-behaved. And has reminded well behaved. When we go out in public, people always come up to see her because she's cute, but what they *constantly* comment on is how exceptionally well-behaved she is for an 8-month-old puppy. It is so validating to hear that from strangers! I love and fully agree with Anthony's methods and what he does here. If you want a well-behaved dog, Powerhouse K9 is the only place to go. Highly recommend! Full disclosure: I have a pure poodle and they are known to be smart. I brought her to PowerHouseK9 initially at 4.5 months, only weeks after adopting her so my reviews are specific to this. I cannot speak to any other situation or dog breed.

Such a great company- always giving back to the community and the shelter animals…read more They have a great energy and compassion towards the dogs they work with. I first met them at an adoption event where they partnered with the Martinez animal shelter. They gave complimentary baths to all the shelter pups at the event. Even my foster pup- Susannah. They even put an adorable adopt me scarf on her and promoted her on their page I have been sharing their contact info with friends and neighbors

To begin, I'm a helicopter dog parent. Like big time. I get very anxious when I'm without my dog…read more(I'm the one with separation anxiety, not her lmao). Although I want to be around her 24/7, I also want her to have a great life and socialize with other dogs. We stumbled upon Diablo dog because we had a horrible situation happen with our prior dog walker. I gave Diablo the third degree with 21 questions. Matt, the owner, was patient and understanding. He answered every question with compassion and free of judgement. He assured me our baby would be safe, and even suggested types of collars she could use if I wanted to watch her whereabouts while I was at work. The suggestions and compassion gave me such peace of mind. Moo has been walking with Diablo Dog walks for maybe six (?) months now and she couldn't be happier. She knows when I put her tracker on, she gets to see her friends. She has a positive association with it which shows me she has an amazing time. The dog walkers are all friendly. They each send me photos of my baby hanging out with her friends. They report on her energy level and inform me whether she pooped or not. They even tell you what it looks like so you can be aware of deviations from the norm. They are also accommodating when they can be to life situations. We were in the middle of a hectic move and going back and forth between two addresses. Matt so generously let me drop Moo off for doggy day care last minute and another time booked Moo a same day walk. He didn't scold me for the last minute request... he was understanding about life and volatility in schedules, and did what he could to help. I am beyond pleased with Diablo Dog and recommend them to EVERYBODY.

joybound is an awesome place to find loving pets. the staff are great , frie,kind, and very…read morehelpful in finding the right pets for you. We had the best service and manager was so helpful to my daughter, sweet and kind. we are so happy with you kitten blossom. A very clean place and the animals are very loved there. A pladant environment!

About a month ago, I went to Joybound People & Pets to adopt a kitten, and I had such a wonderful…read moreexperience. Everyone was so kind, welcoming, and helpful throughout the whole process. I was looking for a baby kitten, and thankfully I found exactly the little cat I was hoping for. The adoption process was easy and smooth, and you can really tell how much the staff cares about the animals. The cats are very well treated, and the conditions they are kept in are excellent. Everything was clean, organized, and the animals looked healthy, happy, and loved. Thank you to everyone at Joybound People & Pets for all the care and dedication you give to these animals. I truly recommend this adoption center!

We took in a 5+ month old puppy from a challenging situation and needed help as the pup was…read morereactive, not socialized, and terrified of everything. Gary was just the right amount of direct but supportive. He taught us lessons that built upon themselves and after the full course, we now have the tools to help our pup live his best life. Totally worth it. Very flexible with schedule and good communication. Already our new family member has made huge strides. Thanks, Gary!!

I reached out to Gary for help with my dog Peaches and her leash reactivity, and he was extremely…read moreprompt in responding. The initial consultation went very well, and I learned so much about dog communication and how to better support Peaches. I also learned that she is a highly anxious dog, which explained many of the challenges I had been concerned about. We enrolled in Gary's six-week program and finished with the tools and knowledge needed to keep Peaches on the right track toward recovery. Just like humans, dogs rehabilitate at their own pace, and over those six weeks Peaches made significant progress. We're looking forward to enrolling in advanced training once she's ready so she can enjoy more freedom off-leash. Gary is not like other trainers we've worked with. He doesn't rely on obedience-based shortcuts or gimmicks. Instead, he teaches you how to work through real situations and explains the theory behind his approach so you truly understand what's happening and how to handle stressful moments. Most importantly, Gary teaches you how to become the focal point for your dog, which has made a lasting difference for us.

Art is amazing he connects with your dog immediately. You will see immediately from your first…read moresession. He will show your dog what to do and show you as well! In 2-3 sessions you and your dog will learn a lot. All my babies are always excited to see him and they are happy and smiling the whole time

We highly recommend Arthur for dog training. The 3 sessions helped Storm to be obedient in our…read morehome, friendly with other dogs and behaved in public. We did a bonus session to desensitize her to kids. Arthur responds to texts quickly when I need advice. We've even boarded Storm with Arthur and it was a great experience. Arthur is a believer in no bad dogs, just bad owners. If you can't handle a little tough love and constructive criticism, he may not be your guy. I seriously almost gave up with Storm multiple times, and Arthur was there to help and encourage me through it. If you're really looking to understand your dog's behavior and become a better owner yourself, Arthur is here to help.

I HIGHLY recommend the 15-Day training program through The Dog Wizard in Walnut Creek! Such a…read morewonderful team in Harry & Zara! Thank you both from the bottom of our hearts for giving Duckie Louise a strong foundation rooted in love and appropriate, attainable expectations. from Darcy, Ben, 13-year-old Precious, and 8-month-old Duckie Louise!

We had a great experience with The Dog Wizard! Harry was our…read moretrainer and he was exceptional. We did a board and train with our dog and truly noticed a big difference after the training. Harry set a great foundation for our dog and we can confidently say there is a significant positive impact. We shared our concerns and goals with The Dog Wizard and they executed in jump starting it for us. We feel confident and comfortable to continue training with our dog because we've been provided with great tools and resources to help us succeed. We have done different trainings in the past and this was definitely the best one for us. I would highly recommend!