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    Urban K-9

    4.9 (47 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Nick N.

    Our 7 month old mini-Doubledoodle Merman has had it rough. He broke a paw at 10 weeks, and re-broke it at 16 weeks. As a result, he spent a lot of his puppyhood in a cast, unable to play, walk, learn, or socialize with other dogs in a normal way. Thank GOODNESS for Dani, Urban K-9 and their amazing trainer McClain, who started working with Merman between casts, and who took him home for puppy training for two weeks! Merman came home 24 hours ago, and we really feel he has turned an incredible corner from sad puppyhood to big dog fun!! He sleeps in his crate without a whimper. He heels with an auto-sit when we stop walking. He sits, stays, responds to off, down, and place -- all amazingly helpful. He seems happier and more engaged, and really just thrilled to be a puppy bouncing around Brooklyn! Our neighbors are AMAZED. Thank you thank you!!!

    Julia W.

    My husband and I adopted Bowie from a rescue when he was just over 1 year old. At first, he seemed like the perfect dog, but as happens often, once he was comfortable with us some bad behavior cropped up - lunging at dogs and people on the street, not coming when called, tugging on the leash - culminating in him nipping a stranger on the street. I grew up with dogs all my life, watched a lot of Caesar Milan, Solid K9 and other dog training videos, but it wasn't clicking and having a dog in the city is an entirely different animal. Cue Dani! She showed us all the fundamentals - how to use a prong collar, place command, down stay, voice recognition, recall - that put Bowie back on track. He's an even better version of himself. We also got our confidence back walking him and his record has been clean since! She also was great about coming to us in Hoboken too. Don't wait too long like we did until things escalate if you have issues - get a great trainer like Dani ASAP!

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    Melisa G.

    Dani and the Urban K9 team are as good as it gets! Our beautiful Ruby joined the family when she was 8 weeks old and so did Dani. Dani guided us thru every phase while diligently training Ruby to be pure joy. We could not have done it without Dani! Thank you, Dani!

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    Kerry J.

    My sister and I are two Oregon transplants living in Brooklyn. We grew up around large dogs and when we decided to get a dog, we knew we wanted to stick to a larger, sporting breed. We also knew it would require a lot of time and commitment to keep him happy and healthy, but we were ready and willing. What we weren't prepared for was what it took to raise a happy, healthy, well-mannered dog in NYC. It's a whole different ball game. Working with a dog trainer was a foreign concept for us, but at the ripe age of six months we knew we needed help. We met with a few trainers along the way. There were a variety to choose from, but not many who seemed to have a ton of training and background in the profession. It was almost like the stumbled into it instead of having a proven and trusted background and commitment to learning and teaching others about dog behavior and training techniques. (Let alone hire people to work for them that have certification and training). Until we met Dani! When we first met with her she just "got us," understood our frustrations, knew our goals and was very honest about what needed to be done. We can say, without question, if it hadn't been for the foundational skills Deacon (our dog) and WE learned through the initial two-week board and train, we would not be the happy household we are today. He had a habit of lunging at joggers, scavenging for "street treats," jumping up, nipping, pulling on walks, barking at skateboards - you name it, he probably did it. He was a puppy, but he was slowly taking over. Knowing that this 20lb fuzzball was going to be a 63lb, muscular dog we knew all this needed to change. In two short weeks, and with the follow up training sessions, Dani helped us re-establish order and hierarchy. She trained him on the foundational skills, then trained US to reinforce the rules and set expectations for him. Reminding us (always) that just being cute isn't enough to get away with improper behavior. And showing us that he could do a lot more than we were asking of him. After the board and train, we were all much calmer. He loved his crate, he stayed in his place (bed) when we ate dinner, he didn't lunge at joggers, he knew there were rules and that he was expected follow them. Overall, he was a happier dog, and we are much calmer and happier household. Over the next 18 months we have continued working with Dani on obedience and recall. In fact, when we are at the park or dog runs, we are repeatedly told by other dog owners how amazed they are at our ability to call him off of dogs, toys, or rowdy behavior. He's even been used as the 'example dog' during some other courses as to what a good recall looks like. Talk about being a proud parent! This week Deacon successfully received his very first TWO titles for the AKC's Canine Good Citizen Program both the CGC, and the advanced CGCA!!! He did so well that after the evaluation one of the dog owners in the class was asking another trainer "How can we get our dog to behave like that big red one?!?" I can trace it all back to the foundation that Dani help us set and her ongoing commitment to training Deacon and US!! I would highly recommend Dani and her team at Urban K9 - including the amazing Rain - if you have any behavior issues with your dog or not! We should all continually be learning how to be better dog owners. Thanks Dani!!

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    Aren't our dogs like our children? My little dog is 12 1/2 years old--a Havanese--and absolutely…read moreadorable. I travel frequently, and it's always been such a dilemma: Who's going to watch her? Do I bring someone into my home? Do I take her to my kids' house? And then there's the guilt--why am I not taking her with me? I miss her terribly when I'm away, sometimes even feel heartbroken. I think so many of us feel this way about our pets. That all changed when I found Woofs 'n Whiskers. I truly cannot say enough about how wonderful they are. They have two locations, both perfect for different needs. I live in Brooklyn Heights and use their smaller Warren Street location for daycare--it's incredibly convenient. Their other location has a large yard, an amazing staff, and is ideal for boarding. What really stands out is how well they know and care for each dog. They know every dog by name, they maintain clear and thoughtful rules, and my dog absolutely loves going there. She's stayed for as long as three weeks when I travel, and I also use them for shorter daycare visits--whether it's a couple of hours, a half day, or a full day. This business is so accommodating and well run. For example, I recently went to Florida and had a nightmare getting home--delayed for four days due to weather and travel issues. I emailed them, and within minutes I got a response: "Don't worry--we have Buddy. We'll get whatever food she needs. Stay as long as you need." They were flexible when I needed to extend, and equally flexible when my plans changed again. When I finally picked her up, she was happy, relaxed, and smelled amazing--they had given her a bath! This has completely lifted a huge burden off my shoulders. I no longer feel guilty when I travel because I know she is safe, cared for, and genuinely happy. I don't usually write reviews, but I felt compelled to share this. I highly, highly recommend them. Try them--you won't regret it.

    I have been taking my golden retriever to Woofs n' Whiskers several days a week since he was four…read moremonths old. The staff is a genuinely caring group of people. They know my dog and love him, I feel like they are part of this extended family of caretakers helping to raise this pup. He absolutely loves going there. This is a truly community centered business - they don't have that icky, slick corporate feel. Don't be dissuaded by the few negative reviews - yes, mistakes happen, they could happen anywhere, and these are animals, after all. But these are exceptions to the everyday exceptional standard of care. I trust this group completely.

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    AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING!!! Traveled all the way from queens to come here and so happy I did!!…read moreEveryone was so incredibly nice and treated my fur baby like gold. Jennifer did the best job!! Could not recommend more

    I don't leave reviews really but I feel like I have to here. The men at the front desk were very…read morefriendly and helpful but I had an opposite experience once we got to the grooming building across the street. I brought my two cats for bath/brush/nails. Appt at 2:30, I was 10 minutes late. I called to check in on my one cat who has asthma and breathing issues and was extremely stressed when I dropped him off. The dogs were running around loose in the grooming area which I'm sure is a plus for dog owners but not for me bringing in two cats. The lady checking me in said she only had one cat on the schedule, even though I booked and was confirmed via email for two. They just made a place in the corner on the floor to leave my cats until they were ready. I had called to see if my older cat had calmed down at all...they said they'd check and let me know but 30 minutes passed and nothing so I had to call again, which made me nervous. They said they'd check hadn't even started on them. This was an hour after I had dropped them off. When I picked them up they were just in the carriers on the floor in the corner again, sitting in piles of dog hair. Their carriers are covered with it. You couldn't have even wiped it off? Since this was CLEARLY not an environment I feel is safe or comfortable by any stretch of the imagination for cats I felt confused. I asked if they typically do cats. Yes they do. Okay, is there a designated cat grooming time or better time to come with cats versus dogs? They said yes in the mornings. So why didn't anyone mention that to me while booking? I'm sure this place is great for dog owners as the reviews suggest but I would absolutely NOT recommend bringing a cat here unless you want to feel like an afterthought. I wish I would've just turned around and went somewhere else but I wanted to give it a shot and didn't want to be dramatic. We won't be coming back.

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    I waited a while before I left this review because I'm very picky about my dog and where he stays…read morewhen I'm not around to care for him. With that being said, I'm VERY happy with paws & Recs and the care that they provide for my baby while I'm away. He's been a total of 3 times and I am happy when he's there. Here are the pros: - SUPER spacious!!! I loveeeee the amount of room that there is for the dogs to run and play all day long including the back yard area. - They do really nice things for the dogs such as pool days when the weather is super hot. - My baby always comes back in a great mood and exhausted! He gets so much exercise and mental stimulation during the day. - You can get updates on how your dig is doing during the day by reaching out to Jenny or checking their Instagram stories. This makes me so happy as they regularly update their daily activities. - Lots of treats and water for the dogs during the day. - Staff informs you of their day at pick up :) You can tell they really care about your dog. - They have extended care hours if requested for reasonable pricing. - Super organized with cubbies for your dogs belongings so no mix ups there I highly recommend and we'll be back!

    Paws & Rec has been so wonderful to work with! They were recommended by my veterinarian who also…read moreuses their service for her dogs. What I love about Paws & Rec is that they pickup the dogs for a full two hours. Your dog gets experience walking with their "pack" and makes other doggy friends they'll see consistently. They get a ton of off leash time in one of the various dog runs in the area. On each walk, they'll sometimes visit up to 3 different parks. Jenny was very easy to work with and setup a meet and greet with Jeffrey (my 4month old Goldendoodle) and her son Christian. My walker, Stan, is SO professional and awesome. He updates his Instagram with photos and an insta story during every walk so you can see footage of your baby running around and playing. It's awesome! During Jeffrey's first walk, we had a mini crisis with a faulty apartment key (my fault). Jenny and Stan were super professional, and brought Jeffrey to a nearby Paws & Rec sitter's house until I could run from work to pick him up. I was so thankful Jeffrey was in safe hands! They didn't even charge me for all their extra effort. I really couldn't recommend Paws & Rec more. Super professional, reliable, and trustworthy. *They also offer full day field trips to doggy friendly destinations!

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    Dogs were well groomed! People working were super nice and even gave me a nearby vet…read morerecommendation. I love the location as well- right near the park and pier if you wanted to just hang out there while you wait. They don't crate the dogs when they are not grooming them - so all the dogs just hang out on the floor which I thought was pretty cute.

    Reviewing daycare, training, and grooming. That said, all 5 stars! My dog LOVES Wag Club and…read moreanything related to it. It's hard to take him for walks in the direction of Wag Club because he would stop at a corner 3 blocks away and not budge. Though this review is less about the dog and more about how Wag Club is doubly great for the humans behind the dog. Grooming::: Marta is wonderful. She's always attentive in grooming Zorba. She sometimes even does some last minute adjustments as I'm picking him up. Great attention to detail. There was some miscommunication regarding payment a while ago- John and the team provided clear communication and we were able to come to a resolution. Customer service was excellent. (Side note: They're quick with emails too.) Training::: Zorba did an agility training class with Rob (Dogboy) who is amazing. He's passionate about dogs, is a strong enforcer of positive reinforcement training, and is helpful around other behavior issues that your dog may be having. Daycare::: Everyone is so friendly and personable. Molly, James, Stephanie, Laura, etc. It feels like a community/family, which is nice to experience when I'm dropping off a beloved family member. Zorba has been going there for 7 or 8 months now, and I was surprised at how quickly they became familiar with him - even to recognizing him in the street. Zorba had an injury at one point (not from WC) and they were understanding and flexible with our daycare schedule. The facility is spacious by NYC standards and the space is always clean. They're responsible, reliable, fun, and I know I can always trust them to take care of my dog to the best of their ability. I once got out of a cab with Zorba and lost my grip on the leash. I panicked for a moment but then he ran right towards Wag Club and sat in front of the door. Doh. Stephanie took great care of him while I went back to the cab to get my things. Look how happy Zorba is to receive a treat! Of course, they always have him sit before he receives anything.

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