Took my dogs there for their first amd only time staying at a kennel. The inside was like the…read moreStanislaus County shelter- doggie jail- dogs constantly barking so d lunging against their kennels. The "grass " they get to have outdoor time on is fake grass, probably super hot from the sun. :( also, my dogs got kennel cough immediately following their stay. I do not recommend this place.

Staff is very cordial, and willing to work around your schedule to book a grooming session. The…read moreonly thing negative is the cut was good, but not great.

My dog looked fire after, he was all matted and overgrown but then they turned him into a stud. His…read morelower half is wet in the picture cause he got in the pool but he was fluffy all around before just like the top is.

I found Tango Kennels when I began my journey to learn how to be a responsible breeder of Scottish…read moreTerriers. Adrian Ghione was recommended by several AKC Breeders in good standing. I started as a customer/student to learn how to groom my Scottie. Later Adrian and Nicole took over as the handlers of my beautiful Scottie girl - Lola! As groomers/handlers these two are exemplary. Their communication skills are good, their commitment to the high standards set by the AKC is solid and they are more than willing to mentor a newbie (like me!). As a business, Tango Kennels reflects the dedication to the proper care of animals in general, dogs in particular of the owners. Beyond that? They are available to help in rescue situations, have stepped in to help during a major illness I experienced this past year and do their best to provide consistent and comfortable care for your fur babies! You cannot go wrong with Tango Kennels.

CR Ranch is a perfect place to board your furry family member. The staff is very compassionate,…read morecaring, professional and knowledgeable. Thank you for a wonderful second home we can trust.

We've been bringing our dog here for about 2 years now and its been great! Our dog always comes…read moreback tired from all of his playtime. They take really good care of your fur baby and you never have to worry. Your dog also gets a report card after their boarding stay letting you know how it went.

I had my beloved dog, Leesi, there for training a 4 years ago. Things were going well until she…read morestopped eating. I removed her 2 weeks before the paid tuition. She died of pancreatic cancer.Fast forward to a year ago, after this program said I could use my last 2 paid weeks in the future. I rescued another dog who needed training for pulling and aggression towards other dogs. I opted to use my prior 2 weeks and pay an additional 1k to train my new dog. Everything was set for early January of 2025, but my mom died on the 16th and I couldn't keep the schedule. When I began attempting to contact Daniel in March, he was MIA. I felt bad for him and thought there must have been a tragedy in his family. Not so, he is just dodging me. I dont care about the lost 2 weeks. I just want my 1k back. Shame on you. I would not refer you to anyone.

I had high hopes when I first started working with this trainer, but unfortunately my experience…read moreturned out to be incredibly frustrating and disappointing. Back in March, I was told that my dog Shadow could be scheduled for a refresher in June due to one of the trainers resigning. I understood the situation and was more than willing to wait. I even responded promptly, confirming that June would work and asking to be placed on the calendar. As June approached, I reached out again -- multiple times -- to follow up and get a specific date set. My messages were never responded to. It's now the end of June. At this point, I just want my money back so I can take my dog elsewhere to someone who's reliable and professional the least you can do is communicate and issue a refund.

We were gifted two puppies and we want the puppies to be well trained…read more The Canine Ranch is the place and amazing! So is Amina and Darick! We brought our dogs here for obedience, behavior correction, boarding & training, and agility--and it has been life-changing! The trainers are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about what they do. Not only did our dogs learn so much, but we did too--they took the time to teach us how to properly handle and communicate with our dogs, which made such a huge difference at home. The facility is clean, safe, and full of positive energy. You can tell everyone truly cares about the dogs and their progress. We noticed improvements right away, and our dogs (puppies) are happier, more confident, and better behaved than ever. Also, Amina and Darick, we were sent updates on the puppies progress. If you're looking for a place that truly understands dogs (and their humans!), The Canine Ranch is the best choice you can make. Highly recommend!

I cannot say enough great things about The Canine Ranch. Amina and Darick have such a lovely family…read moreand were so wonderful with our pup Ingrid. We brought Ingrid all the way from the Bay Area for a board and train and would do it again in a heartbeat. At the time I had a new baby and had no clue how to manage the new resource guarding behavior, extra barking, and unsafe leash pulling which was a nightmare while recovering. After 4 weeks we were totally equipped to support Ingrid and she's been well-behaved ever since!

*This review is in regards to their boarding services only*…read more I have been using Big Basin for over 8 years now. They were recommended to me, because they are capable of accommodating aggressive and/or working dogs. Their kennel set up allows for them to care for dogs without having to enter the kennel. Gary and Peggy are the owners of this company. They have always been a pleasure to deal with for booking boarding dates. I have never had any issues with how they have cared for my dog over the years. My dog always looks healthy, cared for and excited to come home. Their rates are pretty reasonable and are priced by dog sizes. Their prices can be found on their website. They are open most days of the week. They used to have hours posted, but have since changed their hours to appointment only. Although I have never utilized their training services, I have heard good things about their training methods. This is a great option if you're looking for boarding and/or training.

They took great care of Caledon during his stay with them. They are very professional and look…read moreforward to going to get training done soon.

We didn't let my doggie stay here. We reached out and asked about availability and price and…read morementioned our doggie and type (lab) and shared a little about him. The initial response was, literally one word, 'yes,' about availability. I responded back to verify the full day price. The one word response, '20.' At that point, I let them know that I was looking for more info, more words and maybe just a more welcoming or at least a more communicative response. Their reply was that they answered my questions and if I asked them more they would tell me. I asked about the low all day price and they said they could charge more but choose to keep it affordable. That's a great thing as long as the time and patience and care for dogs is adequate. I have no indication of any patience, any attention to detail, or any interest in caring for my dog. Anyway, maybe this is a great place. I'm just not comfortable with the bare minimum and poor communications, especially from the start.

Best place to board your dogs!! Bonnie, the owner and operator, is phenomenal. My lab mix, Ella,…read moreLOVES to go there. Ella will jump out of the car and run up to Bonnie for hugs and rubs. I love the fact that Ella gets socialization with other dogs during group play. Bonnie makes sure they all get along together. Plus, Big Creek Boarding is very reasonably priced! Great place! Caring and compassionate owner.

Countryside Canine and Olivia have truly been life-changing for us. We sent our female Belgian…read moreMalinois, Athena, to Olivia's 5-week program, and it was an absolute game changer. A little backstory--Athena was a COVID puppy, so she didn't get the proper early socialization she needed, especially with other dogs. On top of that, being a Belgian Malinois, she has very unique needs. Her prey drive is incredibly high, and so was her anxiety. Walks used to be stressful--she would react to every noise, person, or animal. Even getting her into the car felt like wrestling a bear. After training with Olivia, it honestly felt like we got a whole new dog back. Athena still has some anxiety and that natural Malinois prey drive, but now I have the tools and confidence to manage both effectively. We now go on daily walks--often twice a day. I've taken her to large parks and on short hikes, and she's been amazing. I'm even planning to take her on a multi-day camping and hiking trip--something I never would have imagined before her training. The biggest difference is that Olivia didn't just train my dog--she trained me too. She gave me the knowledge and tools to continue working with Athena at home, and Athena has taken to it like a fish to water. It's such a great feeling to have a smart, engaged, and obedient dog to enjoy life with. I can't thank Olivia enough for everything she's done. I highly recommend Olivia and Countryside Canine!

I sent my 10-month-old Australian Shepherd to board and train with Olivia and, in the best way…read morepossible, he came back a different dog: the same sweet personality, but with dramatically better self-control. I enrolled him for three weeks and ended up adding a fourth. His biggest challenges were reactivity, anxiety, recall, and staying engaged with me around distractions. Before training, he would bark and lunge at strangers, bolt through open doors, and ignore commands the moment something more interesting appeared. Now he's calm on and off leash, reliably holds commands until released, and consistently checks back in with me instead of running off. What impressed me most wasn't just the behavior change, it was the foundation Olivia built. Nix now understands how to look to me for guidance when he's distracted, stressed, or uncertain. The results have been more durable and meaningful than anything I achieved through months of research, classes, private lessons, and thousands of dollars spent on training. I was initially skeptical of board and trains, and balanced training methods, particularly e-collars and slip leads, because of so many traumatic videos out there. Olivia completely changed my perspective. She uses these tools thoughtfully, gently, and effectively--not to intimidate or hurt dogs, but to communicate clearly despite distractions. Nix isn't fearful or shut down; if anything, he's more confident, more relaxed, and more connected to me than ever before. Of all the money I've spent on training, Olivia's board-and-train was by far the best investment I've made in my dog. The transformation has been remarkable, and our relationship is stronger because of it.

Amy was super nice and very detailed oriented. We took our mini Aussie over to her home for a…read moremeet-and-greet with her dogs. After a couple hours they were friends Another plus .... she lives right by the vet in Escalon. We were not able to take our vacation due to health issues, so we had to cancel. In the future I wouldn't hesitate to leave our pets with Happy Dog Happy Home. She clearly loves animals and has a great set up in and outside for pet sitting!

Even though she was not able to help us, she was very kind and responded quickly. She was able to…read moremessage information and let us know when she was available for a call. My husband who is very picky was very impressed with her.