We had such a great experience with Darcey at Up Dog LA! We sent our puppy Roger to her for a 2-week board and train, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Darcey did an amazing job working with Roger. He came home having learned so many new commands, listening much better, and, most importantly, he seemed so much more confident and comfortable. It was clear that she put a lot of time, patience, and care into helping him learn. We also really appreciated the communication and updates throughout his stay. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing Roger was in such good hands. We highly recommend Darcey and Up Dog LA to anyone looking for a trainer who genuinely cares about their dogs and wants to see them succeed. Roger had an amazing experience, and we're so excited to continue building on everything he learned! Thank you, Darcey, for taking such great care of our Big Raj! read more

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Amazing! The dogs love it when Darcey comes over and it is wild to see how quickly their behaviors adapt to her presence! We have two rescues and Darcey has made a huge difference in a really short time. We love working with you Darcey and look forward to continuing! Thank you! read more

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Darcey has been an absolute angel to us. After we were affected by the fire and had to relocate to temporary housing, she took care of our puppy, Cooper. Not only did she train him, but she also shared incredibly helpful tips that have made adjusting to a yardless life so much easier. She constantly sends us photos and videos, and it's clear that our puppy is in the best hands--truly loved and well cared for. We keep asking her for help--we just trust her that much. read more

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Absolutely incredible. Darcy came to our home last week, and within two days we were already seeing noticeable changes. A week later, the dynamic between our dogs has completely shifted... in the best way. The tension is gone, things feel calmer, and we finally feel back in control. I'm honestly blown away by what she accomplished. I can't recommend her highly enough. Thank you! read more

Darcey is a caring responsive trainer ready to listen to your dog family needs and support and guide you. Grateful to have had her to quickly respond to new puppy/older dog issues and take time with us, offer resources and tips. She provided a structured calm and generosity we needed with quick response. read more

DARCEY IS THE GREATEST!! We consider her part of the family at this point! We brought Goji to UpDogLA for Board & Train when he was about 11 months old. He was nipping at ankles, jumping on people, pulling a lot on walks, biting at dresses or anything flowy, and just overall didn't know how to sit still. He spent two weeks with Darcey and came back a new man! He is now great on leash, completely stopped biting at ankles, and even runs to his "place"/crate when someones at the door and waits there until we tell him he can say hello (and does so without jumping on them!). She addressed all of our problems (and then some!) and then trained us on how to keep training at home to ensure that it all stuck. It's also great that if he ever has a setback at home we can text her and she provides tips that have always fixed the problem within the week for us. She also sends lots of picture updates and videos which keeps the whole process really fun as the pup-parent. She gives healthy high quality treats throughout the stay and sends a list of recommendations for food and toys that are specific to your pup. I could go on and on with compliments but overall I just love that she REALLY loves dogs! There is so much peace of mind that Goji is in great hands when he's with Darcey. We have brought Goji for boarding a couple of times since his first board & train and Goji runs right to her and doesn't look back haha! Darcey has had such a positive impact on Goji's life and in turn on our life at home and we are SO SO SO SO SO grateful for her. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for an incredible dog trainer! read more

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Darcy the Trainer; has been really helpful for Yozey's growth development. We always go to her "Sunday Puppy Social" and its really amazing place !!! Her Backyard/Training ground was Clean & Fantastic. Its so easy to ask Darcy any questions i need for my dog's behavior improvement or even healthy snacks !! Yozey was 2months old when he join Sunday Puppy Social and until now that he is 8months old, he still learning from @UpdogLA's tips & tricks reels (Instagram account) and join holiday activities !! I REALLY RECOMMEND UPDOGLA's Board in Training, you guys won't regret because it will really change your dog's personality in POSITIVE & EXCELLENT WAY !!! You won't even get worried if your dog will be nervouse that its away from you because your dog is living his/her BEST LIFE during Training with Darcy !!! If you spoiled your dog, so does darcy with a lot of activities, positive training and 24/7 love !! read more

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Darcey is truly the best--- I am SO grateful I was connected with her. She has had such an impact on my pup Scottie and truly helped shape her into a great dog. Darcey is so knowledgeable and helped provide Scottie with tools, structure, training and love that ultimately helped Scottie become a confident, obedient, and happy dog!!! I love her fun loving and positive approach to training. She has helped me learn training and leadership skills that make me a better dog owner. I seriously couldn't recommend Darcey more for training, board & train, and her puppy social (all of which Scottie participated in)!!!! My dog absolutely loves her and feels right at home with her..we even call her aunt Darcey :) Thanks for everything! read more

We arranged for our dog, Loki, to stay with Up Dog LA during our family vacation this summer. We highly recommend the program! Darcey is great with dogs and provided targeted training and helpful guidance and tips once Loki concluded with the board and train. She also shared regular updates, photos, and videos. It was reassuring to see Loki enjoying walks, visiting parks and businesses, and engaging in supervised play with other dogs. Communication and feedback was outstanding! We also received a detailed report and links with items that would assist with enrichment and health. Loki greatly improved leash pulling, socialization, and jumping. We usually had family watch our beloved pet when necessary, but we are grateful to have Darcey, a trusted and skillful trainer, to turn to now. read more

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I was referred to Darcey at Up Dog LA by a friend, and couldn't be more pleased with my experience. She took my 10 week old German Shepherd puppy for a 2 week "puppy bootcamp" board & train, and I wouldn't have trusted anyone else with this. Darcey only boards a few dogs at a time, so they get specialized attention and training. I received daily photo and video updates from her as well. She spoils the pups with the most quality food and treats to ensure proper enrichment and nourishment. I've taken my dog back to Darcey for follow-up boarding & training multiple times, and plan on continuing to do so! read more

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Darcey was an absolute Life Saver!! Being a new puppy owner after 5 months I was struggling and after reaching out to Darcey and bringing my 5 month old Labradoodle to her for a two week training the level of stress melted away. She is extremely personable and informed. Upon arriving at her home we did a 30 minute tour and she asked me questions and walked me through her AMAZING dog training space giving me all the info I didn't know I needed. After leaving she sent daily updates/pics on my pups progress. Picking him up after two weeks he was a brand new trained puppy. Darcey gave me an extensive list of follow up training to continue on and also came to my home a few weeks later to continue training on problems areas. Can not recommend her enough, well worth it for any new puppy/dog owners! read more

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Darcey was a life saver for our 9 week old golden retriever. During his 3 week board and train she got him potty trained, crate trained, leash trained and got his obedience training done as well. This was the best decision we have ever made and will 100% bring any other puppy we have to Darcey again. This made our life easier and our puppy is so happy. He is so well behaved, I take him everywhere with me! I love it and so does he! Others actually think he is a service dog, that's how well behaved he is. Also, her training does not end when your puppy graduates. She is very helpful and responsive with all our questions via text. Darcey cares about you and your puppy, she is really a delight to work with and a great teacher to learn from. Thank you Darcey for all of your help! If you are looking to get your dog trained there is no one better than Darcey. We will definitely be working with you again in the future! read more

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Darcey is an amazing dog trainer who I was referred to by another wonderful trainer who helped me with my feisty Scottie Mimi. I got her a little brother in August who Darcey boarded and trained over the Thanksgiving holidays. My little Hugo came home so well behaved and happy! The environment Darcey provides includes socialization with other pups and lots of love. Also, her puppy playgroup is an amazing place for dogs to learn how to play together while learning new agility skills. Darcey is a true gem of a dog trainer whose love and passion for fur babies shows in the everything she does. read more

Darcey is an amazing trainer! We took our little Aussie to puppy socials on Sunday, and watched her grow from nervous & barky at 10 weeks to a confident 6 month old who interacts so well with other people & dogs! Our Aussie, Athena, learned how to play with other dogs of all sizes & breeds, so she hasn't ever been aggressive meeting a new dog thanks to the early socialization at puppy social hour Athena is happy to share water/food/toys instead of resource guarding, and new commands like "touch" and "jump" which is all thanks to Darcey. We learned so much from watching the dogs play and Darcey's gentle approach to positive reinforcement training. Our Aussie got to experience the tunnel, ball pit, sensory box & seesaw for the first time in addition to all the puppy wrestling! Sundays were her favorite day of the week! She has since outgrown the puppy age, but we still use the expert advice Darcey gave us in a daily basis. I totally consider her a friend as she is so kind & easy to talk with. If you have a puppy, don't hesitate to go to puppy social at Up Dog LA! read more

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My 8month puppy Nena had a wonderful time during her 10 day board & train while I was out of town. Ahead of the stay, I outlined to Darcey everything I'd like her to focus on. During Nena's stay, I received daily updates with photos & videos of the training which I really enjoyed. When I returned, Darcey did a thorough run-through of Nena's training which we found very helpful. We had been making good progress with Nena's training and her 10 day stay helped boost her to the next level! read more

UpDogLA is a rare treat for owner and puppy alike. My dachshund, Eclair, is so well behaved since attending her 3 week program and enjoys returning to puppy socials every week! Darcey is the best trainer and an incredible person who has helped me through every step of puppyhood and emergencies. I am so grateful for all Darcey does and for UpDogLa. This is the place to go if you want a healthy, happy puppy and a happy, healthy owner. read more

Darcey is the absolute best! I brought my 8 week old puppy to her for a 4 week board and train and it was hands down, the best money I have ever spent. She provided me daily updates during the entire time and also provided and still provides so much guidance. She is very calm, patient and extremely knowledgeable. As a first time pet owner, Darcey has truly made me feel so much more confident in being a dog owner. Her puppy socials on Sunday are also so much fun! Don't look anywhere else for dog training at any age! read more

I was a little overwhelmed when a rescued a young shepsky puppy, so i brought him to train with darcey for a 3 week program. Not only did he learn a lot of useful commands, but she does a lot of work to properly socialize the dogs. He is a confident, calm, non-reactive dog who is great with other dogs and humans. Darcey really cares about puppies and her work... and it shows. Highly recommend! read more

If looking for the best dog trainer, look no more. Let me start by saying that Sylvia is THE dog whisperer! She has been helping us train our 5 month old pitbull mix. Since the first class we had with her, my fiancé and I knew we had found the right place. Not only are her classes packed with valuable information and practice time, but they are also extremity fun for the parents. She is so experienced and has a special bond with dogs. Milan LOVES going to see her and behaves so well when she is around. We are so thankful for Sylvia and everything she has taught us. Can't wait to keep learning from her! We are also going to start daycare with Jen next week and are super excited about it. Will update you on this! This team is just GREAT! read more

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Sylvia was a lifesaver in helping me train my first dog!! She tailors each session to what you and your dog need, which really helped because my dog Arlo had severe separation anxiety. After every session she sends "hw" and a recap so that you know exactly what to work on until the next session. She's affordable and was great with arlo I recommend her to everyone I know, whether they have a puppy, newly adopted dog, or pup with behavioral issues. Even more than training, Sylvia empowered me to be the pack leader Arlo needed, and to shape my new lifestyle. Over a year later, I'm continuing to train Arlo at home and he's doing so great She also offers puppy obedience / pack hikes / boarding / sitting / therapy dog training! She taught me what Arlo needs to know to pass the therapy dog test and although we haven't taken it yet, it was super helpful and now I'm able to keep training him on that. read more

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Darcey is a very caring person who loves to train dogs. She is very knowledgeable about dogs and how they see the world and interact with humans and she teaches you how to best teach your dog in a humane and loving way. She bonds with each of her dogs and when Oscar completed his 3 week program she was teary when he left. She was able to teach Oscar to not go to the bathroom in the house and teach the adults how to work with our dog and listen to the signs. We were very happy with her and think she is great. read more

I have known Darcey for over 20 years. She is an incredibly fun, loyal and passionate person.Her love for dogs makes me so happy! Recently we adopted our first puppy and immediately she came to our backyard to teach us all the things we need to know. She is VERY careful about Covid and always wears a mask and makes sure we are all safe. Our dog is very active so we have him enrolled in her puppy playdates and also her daycare. He RUNS to her door because he knows he is going to have the best time. I totally trust her with our dog and know he is very safe with her. If you have a puppy you must have her come and teach your puppy (and you) all you need to know. There is a short window to get it all right! Darcey will go the extra mile for you and once you become part of her pack its for life. Thank you Darcey for everything you have done with us, we couldn't have done it without you! read more

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Darcey is a 10 star not 5. She has been the best thing ever for my dog Bella. All I have to say is Darcey is coming and Bella waits at the window for her. She gives endless love to all her dogs and has settled my dog down on her walks so now my walks are enjoyable. The love she gives to all her pooches gives me the peace when I travel and I know my dog is in the loving care. There is no one better. Don't settle for less. Call UPDog LA!!!! read more

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I should of made this review sooner. Mimi and I looove Darcy! She is the puppy master. Not only are her sessions so informative she also sends you hw and is available via text. I was so at lost with a new energetic puppy and Darcy really gave me the tools to bring structure back to my life. We also love the puppy socials! Thank you Up Dog LA! read more

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We brought a second dog into our home and were surprised by the challenges of a second puppy (our first was mellow from the beginning). After a few months of not being able to house train or implement training improvements Sylvia came into our lives and after just one session brought peace into our home. We ended up doing weekly training sessions and our pup is now such an amazing part of our family! She is a miracle worker with dogs and made it fun for the humans too. She is simply the best! read more

After moving to LA and adding a new pup to our family, I began calling around for training services. Truthfully, I felt a little overwhelmed and discouraged...until I randomly stumbled upon Up Dog LA. From our very first conversation, Darcey made the process so easy and transparent. For something as important as puppy training, I was immediately relieved and excited to work with her. We sent our puppy to her two-week board and train program and I can honestly say that it exceeded all of our expectations. The entire time our pup was with Darcey, she sent us photos and videos, as well as almost daily updates on her progress and notes to remember for when we got our pup home. Upon completion of the training, we were so impressed by the foundation that had been built while at Up Dog LA. She was confident and seemed to have a desire to learn and show off her training. I can't thank Darcey enough for the personalized care and support she provided for our family. We wouldn't have the pup we do today without Darcey and I am forever grateful for her kindness and support! If you are looking for dog training or services, look no further...I cannot recommend Darcey and Up Dog LA enough. I will never recommend anyone else! read more

Darcey came to the rescue and trained me so I can be the best dog owner I can be. She is patient, kind, and extremely knowledgeable. Connecting and understanding canines is truly her superpower:) read more

Darcey, Sylvia and Jen are AWESOME. I regularly board my pup (Hamilton the Dood) with Darcey since I'm often out of town for work and pleasure. I usually only board my pup with trainers because they actually know what they're doing and can reinforce all the work an owner has put in (assuming you've put in the work for training). Darcey is amazing - she regularly takes the pups out on adventures either hiking, pack walks, or dog park fun. She also has a hilarious sense of humor and does photoshoots with the pups. I know my dog is well-cared for by Darcey and it gives me great peace of mind when I'm away. I've also had the pleasure of working with Jen and Sylvia when my pup was in puppy kindergarten. They are experts in puppy/dog training training and gave me a lot of tools to succeed as a first-time puppy owner. Highly recommend this company! read more

Darcey and Sylvia are the absolute best! After the first week of having our puppy, Sylvia has been there for training through the pup classes and private sessions. Thanks to her we understand how to communicate with our Spyro! This has been a lifesaver since Spyro was only 8 weeks when we got her and a ball of energy since day one. Sylvia is so knowledgeable and takes the time to explain to you why you should do this or that. We have also done boarding with Sylvia. So great to know our pup is in good hands when we leave for the weekend and know she is still getting trained in the meantime. Darcey and her team (Jill, Brandi, Ella) come for daily walks/playtime. They are reliable, friendly, and Spyro loves all of them! They send an email with pictures so we know everything that happened during each visit. Spyro was a bitey little thing during teething so we are so grateful for their help while we are at work. Darcey is super communicative so she keeps you updated with any changes and doesn't get annoyed when I was a paranoid pup parent in the beginning constantly texting her. Overall, we can't recommend them enough. They are amazing and made training manageable and fun!! read more

We've been extremely satisfied clients of Up Dog LA for over a year now, and are so relieved/happy to have found Darcey and Sylvia! Sylvia is an incredible dog trainer and has been instrumental in helping us train our rescue pup. We've used Up Dog as a reliable source for dog-walking, weekly group hikes for our dog to get exercise and be socialized with other dogs, and is our go-to for boarding when we need to go out of town. Sylvia takes amazing care of our guy and treats him like one of her own when he stays with her. The peace of mind and quality of care experienced while boarding our dog with her versus leaving him at a 'doggy daycare' is not even comparable. She's the best. Their rates are very reasonable, especially considering the high quality of their services and how knowledgeable these women are. Also, you can't put a price on the peace of mind knowing your dog is in good, safe hands. I can't recommend Up Dog LA highly enough to anyone looking for a trustworthy trainer, walker or sitter. read more

Jennifer is a fantastic trainer and it's clear to see that she knows what she's doing with the pups. She was great with my pup, Oscar, and all of the other pups and I liked the structure of the classes. Both me and my pup learnt a lot from the sessions and they were a great opportunity for socializing with other puppy owners. I would highly recommend Jennifer's puppy classes. read more

Darcey has been an absolute dream! As crazy puppy parents, finding a safe and trusting dog walking service for our precious dogs was essential. From our first meeting with Darcey, we knew Up Dog L.A. was the right fit and I would recommend them to anyone in the area. Our work schedules can be sporadic and Darcey is always accommodating to our scheduling needs. Darcey is so loving, considerate and genuinely cares about the well being of all the pups. Rex gets so excited to see her and that for me is the most important thing. Not to mention, she also happily indulges me with daily updates and cute photos of my pup in action. Just the best! read more

All we can say is WOW! You have made our lives with Bubbha so much more easier. We are extremely lucky to have met you. It couldn't have been a better timing. We are working on establishing the foundation to a long and joyous relationship with our Husky. Everything you have taught us and Bubbha makes perfect sense and show so much results. We greatly appreciate the knowledge and experience you have given us on training our Bubbha. Thank YOU! read more

Sylvia is amazing!!! She has done so much for our dog and our family. Our dog, Milo, is a rescue and he was super anxious when we got him, but Sylvia helped us make changes so he knows we're in charge and he can just chill and be a dog. She's helped us so much, so grateful we found her!! read more

Darcey is such a wonderful dog walker & care giver!! She treats our dogs like they are hers. We have very difficult dogs. Bentley is a 170lbs. great dane that has Addison's disease. Willow is deaf so I'm very particular of who takes care of my animals. She does an amazing job. It's been a least 3 yrs that she has been taking care of them and I wouldn't want anyone else. The dogs and I are very fond of her. She has become part of our family. I would recommend her over all the agency here in LA. Her personal touches show what makes her stand out from the others. read more

Darcy is absolutely amazing with my dog. After meeting her for the initial visit I knew she would be the one to help us with our crazy little puppy. His attention skills tremendously improved after just a few sessions. Thank you Up Dog LA for helping us! read more

Darcey is the only trainer you and your fur babies will ever need! She's kind and thoughtful about helping your pup with their unique needs, very responsive and engaged in your training. Our dog had some guarding and leash pulling that needed some TLC and we needed to learn the basics about how to engage with our dog in a more structured way. Darcey provided extremely fun and non judgmental instruction for both our pup and us. Plus she's incredibly generous with her time. After our just two sessions, our dog has shown incredible improvement in loose leash walking, and our neighbor dog comes romping in our home all the time. He also learned to "heel" and "sit" patiently while we put his leash on, before exiting the house. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend her services. read more

Darcey trained my pup Rip for 9 weeks. She did an amazing job and Rip came back home potty trained, leash trained, with many commands. Her love for my puppy shows as he is the sweetest boy. I will continue to bring my pups to Darcey; she is by far the best trainer I have come across. read more

I hired Darcey 3 years ago to take are of my dogs while I was on vacations. My pups love her and she's so amazing with them. Other than that she's a great trainer. Having 220lb Mastiff and barker Collie, it's very hard and nerve wrecking to take them for walks. But because of the amazing Darcey, now I walk them by myself. She thought me everything I know to be a great dog owner. And she always ready to help me, every time I have questions regarding dogs and other stuff. She's very knowledgeable. And I love her spirit and positive attitude. read more

Darcey and her team are the best EVER. She is 100% reliable, kind, and communicative. I know that my dog Murray is in great hands, not only with Darcey, but with any of the other hand-selected, highly trained staff she hires. Tanya has stayed overnight on two different weekends, and I come home to a house that is spotless and happy - all the critters love her. Murray loves all his babes - Darcey, Sylvia and Tanya. Could not do it without this team! read more