We found Geralyn and Elite Canine online after getting a 9 month old golden retriever off of…read moreCraigslist that had been severely neglected. We wanted to go with group classes because we felt the socialization aspect would be an added bonus and would be beneficial for Riley. We started with beginner 1 and ended up doing all three levels because Riley was learning so much, learning to be more confident, and it helped my husband and I to bond with her through the training process. Geralyn loves her students and puts so much time and effort into dog training. You can tell this isn't just a job, but a passion for her.

I have learned so much! We have taken two dog training courses so far. It has helped me to be more…read moreclear and consistent with my dog. I plan to do more courses in the future. I would definitely recommend this trainer, especially for new puppy owners!

I was referred to them for training my dog a few years ago, but the timing did not work out and I…read moretook my dog elsewhere. I boarded my 2 large dogs with them and explained my dogs' health issues in detail and was told I would need to pay extra for administering medication to one of them who was suffering with an ear infection and allergies. When I picked him up his ear infection was WORSE, his allergies much worse and he had developed a skin infection that was bright red and visible, and his anxiety was off the charts in spite of being on anti-anxiety medication. Both of my dogs smelled of urine and when I unpacked the remaining food, treats, + medication, it was obvious that they were not provided with all of their medications or treats.

Grace trained our German Shepherd and did an amazing job. We are able to enjoy our dog and can now…read moretake her places that allow dogs (Tractor Supply, Lowe's, Petco) which is very nice. I highly recommend Charlie's K9 Camp for training, grooming, and boarding.

We adore Good Human Dog Training!! When we first adopted our dog and noticed his reactivity issues,…read morewe immediately began to research dog trainers. We happened upon Good Human Dog Training, and Jen has been so great to work with. She's very patient and well-versed in humane training practices that are effective. Our dog (and our cats) love her, and we have seen such improvement in our dog's reactivity over the year and a half we've worked with Jen. If you need a dog trainer, Jen is your person!

Ms Jennifer was so kind, calm, and so very helpful! We wanted to try some training to polish our…read moregirls and were excited that she was willing to work with both of them at the same time. She took us through all of our concerns and demonstrated the appropriate training and commands. Our girls caught on quickly and we feel very supported as we continue on this training journey with the plethora of resources she sent us after!

Jim came to our house for a puppy training session with our 14 week old Golden Retriever…read more He spent over two hours training us and the puppy basic functions such as not jumping and nipping. He was very kind and knowledgeable and we noticed results immediately after just this one session. Jim even said that we may not need more training but he can come anytime and also call him with any questions. Price was very reasonable and we highly recommend his service.

Jim is incredible. He took our German Shorthair (with zero training) and turned him into an awesome…read moremember of our family who runs with my wife, obeys all commands, and protects our house. You can watch Jim's work with Remy in this YouTube video below. https://youtu.be/NhJciKt4f3o

We were looking to board and train our lovable, but very energetic and easily distracted, 2 year…read moreold lab mix. We couldn't have been luckier to find Brendan Shea. His many years of experience with dogs of all temperaments and theories of training worked wonders. After four weeks, our pup was calmer around new people and dogs, easily redirected, and a joy to walk on and off leash. He knew tricks prior to working with Brendan, now he knows commands. If you are looking for an extremely professional and very experienced trainer, look no further. Brendan's program is worth every penny.

From the owner: Shea-9 Dog Training provides the best training, at the most reasonable price, while creating a…read morehappy, well-behaved, and confident canine.

I heard about this boarding facility through a friend and decided to check it out as I am always…read morelooking for a place where my dog could be comfortable and feel right at home when I was travelling or needed a short stay for my pup. I looked at the owner's website www.camp-ruff.com which describes their facility as a "lux camp" for dogs and puppies. I was intrigued and called for an appt to view the property and see the operations. I was met by the Camp Director/Owner, a delightful, sincere woman named Lucinda. She greeted me and my dog and proceeded to show me the camp home, which is divided into sections based on the needs and behaviors of the various dogs she was boarding. She listened to my description of my dogs needs, habits and observed her to judge how she would behave w other dogs. One by one she let a dog out from the house, where they have their "sleep over", cautiously to see what my dog would do. As the animals were about my dog's size everyone seemed to accept each other. Great news! Lucinda decided to take the next step by taking my dog w the small pack for some exercise on the trail in the woods behind the house. The dogs were running around having a great time which relieved my anxiety that my dog might not like to be off leash but she was running and getting some great exercise and learning to enjoy the pack mentality. No fighting or misbehaving, perfect! Lucinda works tirelessly to pamper the pooches morning and night. Morning feedings, evening feedings, medications and always careful observations of the pets. They all sleep like happy babies when the day ends in a real home environment. Prices are in line and reasonable I think for an overnight stay of $44 including feeding, walking, playtime and careful observation by someone who is highly qualified and very knowledgeable of pet behavior. All animals come in contact w other pets only when owner has documentation for boarding such as rabies vaccination, bordetello. This place is a well thought out and safe place to leave your precious pet while you are away. So relax, they got your back!

Lucinda does a great job taking care of our baby. We've been with her for over a year now and never…read morehad a problem.

The groomer was not friendly. It was clear she didn't want to be there. The Groomer said that next…read moretime they are charge me a fee because my little 4lb Yorkie flinches. She does bite or show aggression she flinches. Really PetSmart.

if i could give this a -100 i would. back in january my groomer up and moved to lexington out of…read morethe clear blue sky. i meant so she needed groomed badly so i took her there. i had taken my schnauzer. were there several years ago before i found a groomer close to me and they did a pretty good job. but then they had one person that would stay with the dog all day long if you pay extra, which is what i did and now they don't do that. i did not know you did not have to have a license to be a groomer in the state of north carolina the vet tech when i had to take her to the vet, which i'll explain in a minute told me that they show them videos for eight hours and turned them loose to what happened was her neck got cut it was like a z shaped cut they did not tell me they had cut her neck. that was my main beef. i mean, accidents happen, right if they would've just told me look, we're sorry we cut her neck but i checked out, looked underneath her neck and around it and everything and evidently they had combed the air or something so i couldn't immediately see it and then i noticed her scratching and it really really bad and when i went to look at it. it was like there was some kind of goop on it that made it hard. evidently, they tried to glue. that's some kind of glue on it. when i finally got the goof off for the glue which took a while and looked at it, and i saw a z shaped cut. it was obviously done with scissors so my vet said anyway. that was the next day. vet sorry immediately confirmed my worst nightmare. luckily it didn't require stitches because they said they had put the stuff on it that sealed the cut and i'll say with anabiotic fluid in it so that it didn't get infected and they provided me with the meds that she needed. they freaking should've told me and i wouldn't be giving this scathing review. i will never ever ever ever ever ever ever ever getting back together with petsmart because of this i will never ever even go in there and buy anything for my dog or any other animal that i know they will never get one sent from

Chris did an amazing job with our Oliver. And Chris helped me better understand what was going on…read morewith Oliver. My 6lb of fury would just unexpectedly attack us. We adopted him when he was 6yrs and have had him for the past 3, but something happened along the way that brought out this unexpected and unwanted behavior in Oliver. After training w/Chris, he helped us, without provocation, to pinpoint what it could be that brought about this change. During the entire process Chris was patient w/me and Oliver. He taught us each skills and techniques that could bring harmony back into our home. Giving up on my dog was not an option, but it got to the point where he was not enjoyable to be around because of his unpredictable behavior. Yes, I know he's not a pit or even a medium sized dog, but his outbursts were startling & bites are never fun. Thanks to Chris we are enjoying Ollie again and he's enjoying us. He's now attending doggie daycare once a week to keep him socialized and he's doing fantastic ! Thanks so much Chris !

Chris is awesome! He breaks down training into tangible steps, that allows both owner and pup to…read moregrow and succeed. My dog had aggression towards other dogs, and we have been seeing progress each and every session due to Chris' guidance. Responsive on email and thoughtful in his recommendations, I highly recommend!

I have had the pleasure of having them train my dogs for years. Their commitment to me, my dogs,…read moreand the relationship I share with my dogs is something rare to find. I have done lessons and am currently doing a board and train with my young dog. I have nothing but great things to say about Imagine Canine Academy and will rely on them for as long as I have dogs in my home. The trainers are great at explaining concepts to me so that I can continue to reinforce positive, successful training at home.

From the owner: Imagine Canine Academy is a company focused on increasing the bond between humans and their dogs…read more Reinforcement comes in many forms and when working with each dog, we focus on what the best reward is for each particular dog. We train with reward based training in order to encourage the bond between a dog and their handler. Imagine Canine Academy offers behavior modification and customized training plans for each client and dog. We focus on spending time with each client to understand what their goals are with their dog. Whether you are looking for your dog to be the perfect home companion, to join you on every adventure, or to have a foundation for dog sports, we can help you! Through the use of clickers and an exciting primary reinforcer for the dog, the learning process is fun for everyone!

West End Collars provided the best care to my cats while on vacation! They showed up on time,…read morecommunicated with pictures and notes through the easy to use app, and are reasonably priced! I won't let any other service in my home while I'm away! 10/10 recommend

West End Collars has been great for our family! Our dog Brewer is content on his own couch while we…read moreare away, no boarding! We get pictures of him when he's being fed and spoiled by one of the team of terrific pet sitters.