We were at wits end with our 8 month old sheepadoodle Ozzie. 8 weeks of puppy training at another…read moreplace did nothing. Our dog was constantly pulling on the leash while walking, my wife's arm was always sore. We are amazed at the progress, we just completed a novice class. We now have a well behaved dog on walks and have the tools we need to correct any new issues. Thanks for saving our mutt from the pound, Eric !

Hate leaving bad reviews, but... this class isn't worth the money…read more In short: Too much talk much and not enough practice. Very little learned. In details: Eric tells a lot of stories and then runs out of time to let us run thru the exercise to make sure everyone got the concept. He isn't very friendly or approachable. Yells at people when they do it wrong, but doesn't say what they are doing wrong. The training room is large, but there are 10-12 dogs in there, so it feels very crowded. The acoustics in the large space is terrible, hard to understand what he is saying for normal people, never mind older people or those that English isn't their 1st language. Ridiculous late policy, claims you can't be 5 minutes late, yet he talks so much and repeats the same thing so many times, doesn't really matter when you come in. But sure, it's nice when everyone is there on time. Doesn't allow any dog interaction, as such people aren't able to chat either, so you end up standing there for nearly 1 hour listening to him, do a bit of practice and back out the door. For 10 weeks of class, very few commands are learned. Recall class was very weak, not a major emphasis as advertised. This might be a personal preference, but some people might want to know. The training feel fear based, or as he might say respect based, not a positive type of training. Physical corrections are harsh. All in all, too expensive, little practice, too little learned, Eric is too harsh with people and dogs.

The team at Pawsitive Plus has tons of experience in providing a safe and positive learning…read moreenvironment for you and your pup. Lots of class options from puppy classes, games, loose leash walking and the BAT based Snappy to Happy program that keep us coming back.

From the owner: We specialize in motivating your dog to make healthy choices. Please contact us for group or…read moreprivate Training.

I have a 14 month old miniature schnauzer who made it very difficult for me to allow people into my…read morehome, and to walk by people on our walks, as she is very people reactive. It was embarassing daily when she barked and lunged at people for no apparent reason. I had my first 2 hour lesson with Jason last night, and the difference I can see in my Teeka already has made me enjoy our walk this evening, instead of me feeling uneasy of her reactions towards people we pass on our walks. I would highly recommend Jason as he was able to assess my dog's unwanted bullying behaviour as "guarding me" in my house and in public. He showed me how to take control at home, and and on our walks. I look forward to our next 3 sessions and a calmer and socially graceful pup.

Jason is the puppy whisperer. It's as simple as that. He understands dogs and dogs understand him…read more My puppy is my first dog and I had no idea what I was doing. My fear of doing the wrong thing was affecting my dog and was making me an ineffective dog owner. Jason corrected my behaviour so that we could correct my puppy's behaviour. She's 6 months old right now and is a very relaxed and well adjusted pup. Nobody ever tells you just how much work having a puppy is and Jason put my mind at ease and gave me the confidence to take her out and not over react to situations because now I KNOW that she will come when called. With Jason's help I learned to enjoy my puppy and everything that comes with being a puppy. I realize that her puppyhood is short lived and I am enjoying every minute of it. Within my first meeting with Jason I learned the basics of what to do and what not to do, what dogs need in order to thrive, (and no, it's not just bones and love) and how to properly communicate with my dog to let her know what I want from her. Trust is key in a relationship with your pet and I wouldn't have learned that without Jason's help. No amount of reading puppy books or talking to other dog owners will give you the in depth knowledge and hands on experience that Jason will provide. If you're doing something wrong, Jason will tell you and understand that this is what's best for your pet. Mango and I both love Jason and would highly recommend him to any old or new pet owners. Thanks Jason, see you at the dog park!

Lovelovelove Doggie Central! (both locations are great, the Port Credit location is closest to our…read morehome) We started taking our dog to the Lenworth location for puppy training. The trainers were knowledgeable, interested, and gave us some really personalized tips and tricks for how to deal with the most stubborn dog I know! We are planning on continuing with their obedience training in Port Credit - in just 4 weeks of puppy foundations, we really noticed a difference in his behaviour. In addition to training, our dog LOVES daycare here at the Port Credit location. The staff say that he never lies down, and is just in seventh heaven the entire time. He comes home EXHAUSTED every time (full days and half days). I like that the staff is involved with the play time as well - they get in there and really get to know all of the dogs. I also trust that they will keep my dog safe and supervise all activities. They know all of the dogs well, and really understand how to handle all of their personalities. Only slight downsides: No play sessions during the summer! Closed on Sundays (everyone deserves a day off) Price - The price of daycare is pretty much on par with most of the other places in the area (so, not cheap), but I did pay $30 for just a bath.. not sure I'll do that again. They do a really good job with grooming though; actually listened to what we wanted. Sometimes the web cams aren't working, and all I want to do is pretend to be doing work while I watch our guy scamper around! All-in-all - such a fabulous place, with great staff and great doggy friends to be made!

From the owner: At Doggie Central, we specialize in all things dog!…read more Doggie Daycare: Indoor, off-leash daycare is available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. year-round, with Saturday daycare available seasonally. Let your dog make friends, play and socialize while you are at work or running errands. Dog Grooming: We offer full-service grooming for dogs of all breeds and sizes. Book your grooming appointment independently or add it to a day of daycare. We also offer a la cart nail trims, ear cleaning and tooth-brushing. Wash Station: Just need a bath? You can use our wash station to bathe your four-legged family member yourself, or have our staff do the work! Dog Training: We offer a variety of classes, including Puppy Foundations and Socialization, Basic Obedience, and specialized classes like our Junior Handlers course for kids and their dogs. Dog sport classes are also available at our Mississauga/Etobicoke location. Pet Supplies: Visit our store for recommended treats, toys, clothes, and training tools. Special Events: Book our space for your own event, or take part in our holiday parties, breed-specific "Pack Parties", and other special events. Please note, overnight boarding is now available at our Mississauga/Etobicoke location.

Unlike the other review, I had the complete opposite experience with Glenn at Team K-9. I found him…read moreto be very knowledgeable about the breed and offered continuous guidance on training. I have a 1 year old 133lb Rottweiler/Cane Corso mix and without Glenn's training classes I would have a completely different dog on my hands. Within the first 2 lessons, my dog was sitting, lying down, and staying on command. Glenn teaches you how to train your dog,

Save your money. I bought a cargo liner for my Jeep. Yes it took awhile to finally get here. I…read morebought it because it seemed to be a better design than others. It did install easily, but that's as much "pro" as I can give. The Velcro tape doesn't stick to the plastic sides of the Jeep. It pulled loose the first day. Will not stay in place. My dogs slide from side to side, unlike their statement that they wouldn't. I'd had the liner for three days before I filled out their form requesting a return label and instructions for returning for a "FULL REFUND" Ha Ha. Its' been over a week now and I haven't heard anything back yet.

Mike, Alison and the entire team at Grassroots K9 cannot receive enough recognition! Beyond the…read morebasic dog training needs, Mike and his team continuously set up there clients like myself for success above and beyond our basic training goals. With a strong, educated background and a terrific teaching style, they gave myself and my K9s the arsenal of knowledge we needed to navigate everyday life with high energy, working dogs. You won't be disappointed!

Very happy with how they handle the training and how good they are to take extra time and explain…read morethings. You can tell this is a generational skill set because of how easy and instinctual the dog training is for them. I'm a contractor and I'm passionate about what I do and I can see the passion and effort that comes from how they conduct their services. Most importantly, they're trustworthy and they care. These are people that know what they're doing and they're easy to deal with. I had to do a lot of searching and researching before I settled on them because I have a dog with a lot of issues and I love her to death. I'm very happy I settled on them. It ended up being the right choice.

THANK YOU! Thank you Mellow Vibes…read more We were referred here by a friend of ours who had a dog with aggression issues so we saw first hand what Mellow Vibes could do! Our dog, unlike most the dogs that I've seen in the reviews, is on the other end of the spectrum. Kaia is a 5, almost 6, year old husky/shepherd mix who has anxiety and fear and had zero socialization with the outside world and people. We adopted her at 4 years old and at that point, she was terrified of people and the world. Zero aggression, terrified of the world and a consistent flight risk. She would shut down when she saw people. If she could, she would make herself disappear from the world. Cowering, shaking, bolting, tail permanently tucked. Anything to get away. She couldn't function. We were having trouble bonding with her in the full year we had her because she was just so scared. Walks with her were full of dragging and bolting. She's pulled myself and my boyfriend over before when she was in a panic. She was incredibly stubborn with her commands. We eventually bit the bullet and contacted Mellow Vibes. They were the first trainer (and people in general) we talked to that did not judge what we did. The amount of times we heard from other trainers and people that we should not do this or that with our dog out of our desperation to build a bond with her (like letting her sleep on the bed with us or on furniture). They were the first trainers that understood where we came from and why we let her get away with certain things. We didn't feel judged for the first time or like we were being scolded. Instead, we got understanding and compassion. Paul spent 6 weeks with her. Let me tell you this, the amount of care and time he spent with her is astounding. Our dog was scared of EVERYONE but especially men, children and the elderly. Yet somehow, on our first meeting with Paul, she was calm. Paul kept us updated with her progress, pictures, videos, answering any of our questions or concerns. When it was finally time to pick her up, Paul trained us on his techniques of dealing with our dog's issues. We were met with a dog that listened to commands and when we did our walk with Paul, holy moly we were able to walk through the busy busy streets of downtown. Later that day, we were able to walk her through a busy park with so many screaming kids. We. Could. Never. Do. That. Before. EVER. She seemed to adore Paul, always looking back at him for reassurance and a bit of confidence. I almost felt bad taking her home haha. You could tell she was at ease with him and she was WELL LOVED in her time there. YOU DO NOT HELP A DOG LIKE OURS BY "BREAKING THEIR SPIRIT" OR ABUSING THEM. Now, I don't think our dog will ever be a people dog but we were taught how to manage her issues and she, herself, was slowly learning that people, objects, etc would not hurt her. At home now, she is generally a happier dog. More smiles, more tail wags, more following us around (she never wagged her tail or followed us around like this before). Mellow Vibes truly has helped her come out of her shell. They continue to follow up with us with messages, phone calls for more tips or to answer any of our questions. The rest is now up to us to keep up with the training and to continue to develop our relationship with her. You do not rehabilitate a dog like ours with anything but love, patience (oh so much patience) and compassion.

I went today, my first time in this locatiion! I had a very bad customer service experienced! The…read moreguy at the cashier is the most rude mean cashier I've ever encountered. Never go in this location or just avoid this guy. I forgot to get his name.

One of the best, if not the best petsmart locations out there. I've been coming here for at least…read more10 years and I'll continue to come here for the friendly customer service and how great they are about returns. I'm not sure what's up with those one star rage reviews for the store, but this petsmart certainly doesn't deserve them. Not only am I able to find people quickly, but they're happy to help me. Not only that, but I've had a few returns that I didn't even think would be returnable and they were, plus the cashier was super nice about it. I've shopped for fish, cats and dogs. So I've dealt with a variety of staff and they're always great and informative. I learned tons, like why no one should ever use a retractable leash, unless your dog is trained or docile. Don't want it breaking and having your dog run into traffic or not paying attention and your dog goes too far. The cat rescue in the back is also fantastic. The staff are friendly and the cats are adorable. We've had our dog groomed here a number of times, they're always crazy friendly and great at what they do. She comes out like a perfect pretty little dog. We only ever take her here to get groomed, they're great. It's an awesome petsmart, I wouldn't listen to the angry reviews out there, cause it's a great place.

After researching all kinds of dog training, I THANKFULLY found Cathy at Good Sit. Her philosophy…read moreis that a thinking dog owner produces a dog that thinks as well! Cathy worked patiently with all members of my family to teach us as well as teaching our puppy. Each session was filled with tasks that built upon what we had learned and also what we continue to reinforce day to day. To date we have a happy, healthy, well-behaved, fun-loving pup thanks to Cathy and her kind, patient and caring approach. Highly recommend!!

This is not my regular vet, but I went here with a family member after a referral she received…read more Personally, I've been to many vets and for the past decade have been with the same one. So I am not new to vets, treatments, personalities, and things that are routine. At first, the female vet seemed helpful. She is quite personable, HOWEVER, the first red flag was when she never addressed the first issue that we came in with - cat having a runny nose, difficulties breathing. Instead, she provided all these other initial treatments (vaccines, ear cleaning, deworming, vitamin shots, blood tests) which is fine. Fairly routine for a first visit, but still not addressing the initial issue we came in for. The second red flag was when she informed us that there wasn't enough blood drawn in order to perform secondary tests. So we had to come in again for another stressful blood draw. Cat is skittish and can be difficult, so any extra, unnecessary visits are STRESSFUL. The third red flag is that we were informed that because the cat is feisty, we'd have to pay for and administer ourselves a calming medication PRIOR to yet another visit. In all my years of bringing my own cat to the vet, I've never heard of such a thing. Usually vets are prepared to handle any kind of pets with all sorts of demeanors. Not sure why the onus is put back onto the pet owner to pre-drug pets prior to visit. It wasn't until 3rd visit that the issue of the runny nose/breathing difficulty were finally addressed. I did ask why vet never assisted with this during the first visit and she claimed that since cat was young, she didn't want to start her on antibiotics right away. Strange explanation. When blood tests did come back, there were some elevated creatine/protein levels. HOWEVER, no one from the clinic pointed these numbers out as potential issues. When we finally called to ask them about it, vet claimed everything was "normal" and that some numbers are elevated due to pet being stressed. Cat died within a month of this claim. Overall, it was an extremely stressful and unpleasant experience at this office. Although they did initially seemed to care, I walked away thinking that this was a big business. Many unnecessary treatments/meds were prescribed to benefit the clinic as opposed to helping the pet.

Vet will not talk to owner. Refuses to take calls, Used to…read morebe good but now am switching to another vet for my dog!