After my puppy's evaluation - and having her stay for a week of boarding, supplemental training,…read moreand grooming there - I have to say they are awesome on ALL of their services. My puppy is happy to go there every time. She LOVES seeing familiar faces and the employees are pleasant and helpful. We have had to use them for last minute boarding and day care since we started and they are truly there for their clients. I know I can rely on them and they listen to any concerns I have. I took my puppy for intro grooming to another place and that service messed up her cut. Brianna, the groomer at Gemini, is currently helping to get her shape back and she has had detailed conversations with me on how she will help. My puppy is looking adorable again. Trainers there are very detailed and knowledgeable with what they do and how your puppy responds. I think I may go for additional training. Overall, I'm very pleased and would highly recommend them. Now I understand why their evaluation process is so detailed. They truly care about their dogs.

My only complaint would be that the Gemini dog campus...yes, you read right...I said CAMPUS, is…read moreginormous and it is easy to get lost while trying to find the campus facility. I highly recommend Gemini alerts new clients of exactly where their facility is located apart from their training facilities beforehand. I spent way too much time trying to locate the office and ended up being late. But, staff here were so nice and understanding! My dog was groomed perfectly and she was truly cared for from that I observed. The grooming session was fast (under 2 hours) and I was notified right away when Movha was ready to be picked up. Mocha was really happy when I came to get her! She was jumping and said by to her groomer (who was very friendly and kind). I will definitely be back to have Mocha groomed here again! Thanks so everything, Gemini!

Our one year old dog loves Social Canine. She knows the routine and can't wait to go there. She's…read morehappy and tired at the end of the day!

I was having some behavioral issues with manners and walking on a leash with my 1 1/2 year old pup…read more It was really starting to stress both me and my dog out. I started researching training for dogs and was discouraged by price and places wanting to keep my dog for a few weeks. I contacted Jill and she was at my house two days later and in just two hours everything had changed!! I now know how to communicate with my dog better and he knows what is expected of him. He is listening, following rules and walking without trying to go after anything that comes towards us. I can't thank Jill enough!!

Lance is very friendly and Milo has learned to be patient. First class he really tested our…read morepatience.

From the owner: If you’re looking for the ultimate dog training program, look no further than Ridgeside K9 New…read moreEngland! Our team of certified professional dog trainers work hard to create custom programs that fit every dog, and every budget; from private training lessons to boarding and training. Most of us lead pretty hectic lives, work long hours, have numerous commitments, and often don’t have extra time to devote to the hundreds of repetitions and 24/7 accountability that successful dog training requires. You would much rather be spending the time you do have exploring, having fun, making memories, or relaxing with your canine best friend! That’s where our Board and Train dog training services come in. Our trainers will create a unique training program to fit you and your dog's specific needs to achieve the training goals. All travel, treats, care, training, tools, and lifetime guarantee of communication with your assigned trainer is included in each of our programs. At the end of training, your trainer will return the dog back to you where they will not only teach you everything your dog has newly learned, but also how to continue with training in everyday aspects within your own home. Our motivation is to see you communicate, connect, and thrive with your dog!

I just moved to Shirley MA and I was very concerned because I work 30 min away. I didn't want to…read moreleave my doberman alone all day & having to worry about coming home to an accident. Pack leader dog walking has exceeded my expectations! They are extremely knowledgable and I couldn't ask for a more professional staff! The owner is hands on & My dog absolutely loves her walks! I would highly recommend Pack Leader to anyone who's looking for a reputable, honest and caring walking service! A++

Russ and the team at Pack Leader are just wonderful…read more I've used them for all sort of services. For our older dog who needed walking during the day, we had Pack Leader walking services several times a week. He also was having increasing trouble staying in kennels, so we had Pack Leader do some overnight services for him as well. When we got our new dog, who never had any training, Russ worked with us to help us train a non-food-motivated dog. Pack Leader is full of folks who love and care about dogs, and treat them as their own.

We recently adopted a new puppy (Nala) to keep our 3 year old Golden doodle (Augie) company…read more Although the two dogs are siblings from different litters, they didn't immediately take to being together. Unlike Augie, who was always sweet and extremely mellow even as a puppy, Nala bit us in the face, barked, destroyed things in our home and terrorized Augie to the extent that he would run away from her. We weren't sure we could keep her because she was so badly behaved and seemed untrainable. In the span of 3 weeks, David transformed Nala from a challenging puppy into a dream puppy. She obeys all the commands, walks off leash in our wooded neighborhood, sleeps hours later than when she left and most importantly she is able to play well with Augie who now seeks her out and willingly allows her even to sleep in his own bed. David sent dozens of videos so we could watch her while she was in training and learn the language she was learning from David. He kept in contact and was even able to drop her off and meet our other dog for a walk with Nala. Without Massachusetts Dog Training, we would likely have given our wonderful puppy away and never realized what a gem we had. David helped to uncover Nala's true potential and helped us to realize how smart, sweet and special she is. We will be forever grateful for his wisdom, expertise and love for our Nala.

I cannot say enough good things about David and his incredible training skills. My dog, a husky…read morewith a strong personality and a history of aggressive behavior toward other dogs, came home completely transformed. On the very first day with David, he was already playing calmly with other dogs, something I never thought I'd see. David kept me updated every step of the way, sending daily videos that showed my dog's progress, which gave me so much peace of mind. When he came home, he could finally walk on a leash without pulling (a major win for a husky owner!) and he no longer jumps on guests the second they walk in the door. Now, he greets people calmly and listens better than ever. It honestly feels like I have a brand new dog. He is happier, more obedient, and much more social. I'm beyond grateful for David's help and would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a professional, compassionate, and highly effective dog trainer. He truly works wonders!

The Chelmsford location has an owner and a manager who do not know how to run their businesses. Do…read morethey even know what what the dog to boarder ratio is? This location does not seem to follow the national guidelines. Doggy day cares should have a minimum of 15 to 1 dog to boarder ratio based on active dogs. Most day cares are 10 to 1. Most Boston Dog locations have a minimum 20 to 1 ratio (possibly larger) which is too high unless all dogs are considered not active! What dog is not active, especially younger dogs? None! After having evaluated the Chelmsford location, I have decided that this location doesn't warrant a good review. The manager of Boston Dog Company at Chelmsford does not seem to really care about the dogs; it's a business, that's all. If you want a caring day care, don't go here.

Just dropped off our dog Zara at the new Chelmsford location for 2 nights of boarding and what a…read morenice new facility! They only board a few dogs at a time because each dog gets their own little room complete with a dog bed. Zara was a little anxious from the car ride but I know that she will be well cared for by Christine and Kent and get lots of walks & socialization. They will even be transferring her to their Wilmington location, which is where Zara normally attends daycare, on Monday morning. Thanks Boston Dog, as always, for taking such great care of our pup!

Dave did a great job for us. He is dedicated to the dogs and does 3 trainings to be sure the dog is…read moresafe. His lifetime warranty on the electronics and one year on the installation is the best in the industry. Call Pet Stop, they are the best!

The only other review (so far) raves about Hidden Fence, but only gives them 4 stars. Why? This is…read morea top-notch, 5-star operation. We had received many advertisements from the Invisible Fence Company, but a friend recommended Dave Ralls of Pet Stop/Hidden Fence and we were so pleased with the process and result. Dave is the owner and a true professional--keeps appointments, answers his cell phone, and returns calls and texts promptly. Dave had a great rapport with both our kids (who helped with the training) and our dogs. I was skeptical of how well an electric fence would work, having never had one before, but it is magical. And for those that worry it's unkind for the dogs, I offer this: one of our dogs, an older mini-golden doodle, learned to stay away immediately and with very little (if any) shock since the collar was on loosely and the shock was dialed way down. The electric collars emit a beeping sound to warn the dogs before the shock comes, and she learned to turn around upon hearing the sound. Our exuberant young Labrador barely noticed the shocks, so we dialed it up until he did, and once we hit a level that got his attention, he didn't test that boundary again. The shock is innocuous enough that my 12yo daughter felt the shock with her hand--it was definitely more surprise/shock than pain. We've had the fence over a year, and I'd say our Labrador was shocked only a few times in the initial training and never again, while our older dog was barely shocked at all. Both dogs respect the boundaries of the little flags. Finally, in the first year the fence was installed, we had a ferocious thunder storm in our area and our electric fence was hit by lightning. The transmitter was totally fried and the wire was blown out of the ground in several spots. Dave came back immediately and replaced the transmitter and fixed the wire. Good as new at no charge. That's service that you get from an excellent owner-operated business. I'd much rather deal with Dave than an employee of the Invisible Fence Company.

I cannot express how grateful I am to have found Nikki's Kinetic K9 Training. I was having a really…read morehard time with my puppy who was starting to show some reactive tendencies, especially around other dogs. I reached out to Nikki's K9 training in a moment of desperation and could not be more glad that I did! Nikki totally renewed my love for my dog and has set my dog up for success at home and in stressful environments. After the first session with Nikki, I had a whole new dog! My puppy was calmer, able walk politely on a leash, knew how to look for leadership, and follow training directions overall. I worked with 3 other trainers (private and group sessions) and a dog socialization program without any progress before I met Nikki. Nikki's program and approach is the only thing that has made a difference in my dog's behavior. On top of the training, Nikki has a wealth of knowledge in canine health and nutrition. She helped design a feeding plan for my puppy that was customized to his breed and size. Nikki has been able to answer every question I've had related to dog ownership with expertise and compassion. Most of all, I appreciate how Nikki really understands my dogs needs. She does not try to train away what makes my puppy special. Instead, she customizes her approach to align the the dog's overall motivation which makes for a much happier puppy! 1,000,000/10

We have a Boston Terrier that came from an accidental litter. She was very nervous and reactive…read moretowards dogs and anyone who didn't live in our home. We were blessed enough to work with Nikki, and I am happy to say our dog Saffie is a very different dog. We were able to build her confidence up working with Nikki and her amazing doggie partner Koda. We now have her crate trained and off leash trained! She still doesn't like other dogs or new people, but she's much less reactive now than she was before training with Nikki. If you have a dog that needs a lot of help, or a dog that just needs some fine tuning, then Nikki is your answer. Thanks Nikki, and thanks Koda!

To say that Dan changed our lives would be an understatement. Our 3 year old high-energy dog had a…read moretough time transitioning to the newborn human we brought home. She was jealous, hyper, barked, and would never "just chill." We sent our dog with Dan for 4 weeks and she is a different dog. He helped train her with kindness and love and also trained us. He was extremely communicative, both while our dog was in his care and afterwards, and even drove to our house for in-home visits afterwards. He took an hour to meet with us before we sent her with him for training so he could learn exactly what our issues were. He then orchestrated his training based on what we needed help with in our home. It was important to us that our dog be treated with love and kindness while also being well-trained, and we found all of that with Dan. Thank you Dan, we will be forever grateful!

From the owner: Dog Boss Dog Training in Chelmsford Massachusetts is a family & veteran owned and operated…read morebusiness. Since 2013, Dog Boss has been providing dog training to northern Massachusetts and Southern NH.