I've been coming here for awhile, and sadly it's time to find another boarder…read more The prices go up, the services become less, and my confidence has vanished. When I first came here, it was $45/day and a complimentary bath if the dog stayed there for more than five days. It's now very difficult to get a response when inquiring about availability. And, it appears the neighborhood is changing, and not for the better. In the past, the neighbors would shoot off fireworks on the weekends immediately before, during, and after July 4th. Now, it seems to be a regular occurrence. Many dogs cower with fireworks, and my Black Lab is no exception. I was supposed to pick up my dog tomorrow morning. Fortuitously, I came back a day earlier because my luggage was stolen. So, when I called about when to pick up my dog tomorrow, I was told about my dog's experience with the fireworks. I ended up having to pick him up this evening. Traveling these days is especially stressful, and I don't need the additional stress of worrying about a beloved pet. I never did before when I boarded my dog here, but I have over the last 3 times. I had been too busy to research another venue. But, now, I'm proactively going to find another establishment. In short, now, you can expect delayed responses on inquiries, multiple expectations on when YOU can show up to drop off or pick up your dog, and a equivocation on what they will and will not provide. On the other hand, bills for service-- although often error-probed-- are delivered with stunning alacrity. It pains me to write this review. Nevertheless, I have seen a huge decline in the service that precipitated 2-3 years ago while the prices continued to rise. (To wit, look at reviews that have been 5-9 years ago, and those within the past 3 years. Something has changed.) The constant firework explosions in the neighborhood only add to further disappointment. Alas, as George Harrison once sang, "all things must pass."

Sitting pretty dog resort is one of our favorite place to keep our dogs with less or no worries,…read morewhile out of town. They have a cool set up for dogs to play outside, and inside, while supervised. We felt very confident to leave our two Frenchies here, after our meet and greet with Ashley. We found her knowledge of this breed satisfying and comforting. Lets face it Frenchies are not the easiest dogs to take care of. They cannot get too cold or too hot.. or jump up and down the furniture..... We kept our dogs here anywhere from 2-6 nights and didn't worry about their well being during our trips. While we had plenty not so great experiences with Rover, sitting pretty never disappoints. We appreciate Ashley's experience and ethusiasm about dogs' well-being. PS: most bad reviews came from people that never had their dogs stay at sitting pretty, complained about their prices (that are actually pretty reasonable and competitive for the area), and from people that don't read their requirements (such as wanting to board a large dog in a facility that only cares for small and medium dogs). After all ...... having a happy and healthy dog return home after boarding is a pretty telling sign of good treatment and care. Thank you Ashley and staff for carrying!

We worked with Tim to help with our dog, Rocko, and it was truly life changing for our family…read more We have a young toddler, and Rocko was resource guarding me, which was causing aggression toward her. It was scary and stressful. Tim helped us realize that training is not just about the dog. It is about teaching the owners how to create healthy boundaries, provide structure, and respond appropriately to each situation. That perspective alone made a huge difference. Since implementing what Tim taught us, Rocko is calmer, more respectful of boundaries, and much better around our toddler. We now feel far more confident and comfortable with the two of them being around each other. Tim did not just help train our dog. He helped us become better and more confident dog parents. We are incredibly grateful and highly recommend him to anyone dealing with behavioral issues or wanting a healthier relationship with their dog.

I cannot recommend Tim enough for your fur baby!…read more Tim worked with our Great Dane/German Shepard mix for puppy training when he was just 4 months old, and again for "boot camp" when our dog was just under 18 months old. Tim taught our puppy the basics of potty training, to more advanced commands. He helped us get rid of our dog's "resource guarding" food habits, and made it so I could take him on walks without being pulled around! Tim's passion and love for dogs shines through in his interactions. He is kind, a clear communicator, and an expert in his field. Let Tim give your doggy the help they need!

The Puppy Academy in Hermosa Beach has been crucial in my family's journey in raising a puppy. We…read morehave a Doberman Pinscher puppy who started at the Puppy Academy around almost 3 months old. They built a structured routine for our puppy which set the perfect foundation for good habits and positive behavior. Our puppy learned many things from commands such as sit, stay, proper walking, come here, lay down, place, house. I think the most important thing built though was the potty training and the socialization provided. Puppies NEED early socialization to develop into confident and friendly dogs. We have happy to see our puppy grow (and still growing) into a friendly, brave "teenager" puppy. Friendly play style! A Doberman is a high energy and demanding dog breed. Normally I would train our puppy fully on my own as I did with prior Dobermans I had in the past, but due to demanding work hours and obligations, I am so grateful for the opportunity The Puppy Academy provided during these critical socialization and learning periods. They train and interact with the puppy all day until I pick him up after work. Then I can continue with following their training methods throughout our time at home and on the weekends. It made it so easy! I wish I had the Puppy Academy all along for my prior dogs too. I'm impressed with the friendly staff and how well they did with our puppy! Even though our puppy has completed the program and graduated, we have still seen ease with the teenager/adolescent phase and training on our own again because of all the Puppy Academy set up for us. Thank you!!

Could not ask for a better experience for my little guy . Everything about this was great- all the…read morestaff made me feel welcomed and comfortable. More importantly, they took such great care of my little Mochi. As a first time puppy mom, it was intimidating but Puppy Academy was the safety net I needed. I get compliments on Mochi's calm and sweet behavior all the time. From his dog walker to the groomer, they all love how well-behaved he is and it's all thanks to the trainers who put in the work. It speaks to the fact that the trainers took the time to get to know my puppy and really understand what his learning experience would require. Definitely recommend taking the homework seriously, the time you invest is absolutely key to your puppy's success!

Brian made a huge impact in our life. We learned as much or more about us as dog owners as our dog…read moredid about what to expect from us and how to respond in a positive way. I strongly recommend Brian to anyone in need of understanding their dog and his needs. The training isn't about learning tricks but how to help blend your dog into the family and helping him to feel part of the pack. Once we all got used to the new blend our dog settled down and became an ideal member to our family. Our dog (Gordon Setter) has always been friendly with other dogs and people, never biting or menacing. Now he's calmer and much more manageable to walk. Not only are we as owners more confident but our dog is as well. It was a pleasure working with Brian. He really helped open our eyes to the needs of our dog.

We started working with Brian last year after a really scary situation--our dog bit our 12 month…read moreold daughter, and we were honestly desperate for help. Like any parent and dog owner, we were heartbroken and overwhelmed, not knowing how to move forward safely. After reading so many incredible reviews about Brian across different forums, we decided to reach out--and I'm so grateful we did. Brian helped us understand Hudson (our dog) on a completely different level. He took the time to explain the fears and anxiety driving Hudson's behavior and gave us practical tools to help him feel more secure and confident. Instead of just addressing the behavior itself, Brian helped us see what Hudson was experiencing and how to support him in a way that actually works. Over time, we've seen such meaningful progress. Most importantly, I now feel so much more comfortable and confident with my daughter interacting with Hudson. That peace of mind is something I truly can't put into words. If you're dealing with a challenging or scary situation with your dog, I can't recommend Brian highly enough. His knowledge, patience, and ability to help both dogs and owners understand each other is truly remarkable. We're incredibly grateful we found him.

i brought my dog here multiple times. the set up is amazing, staff is great and friendly. i would…read morerecommend this place a million times!!! very affordable and easy to use bathing materials. not to mention the cute selection of clothes for your pet :) 10/10 amazing service.

This was our first visit today for our pug's nail trim, and we had a wonderful experience. We met…read moreAndrew, the owner, and he was incredibly welcoming from the moment we arrived. Not only did he give us a generous discount, but he also let us use the self-wash station for free. My husband and I had never used a self-wash station before, and Andrew was very patient in showing us how everything worked. He took the time to explain the process and made us feel comfortable and confident. Excellent customer service and a genuinely kind owner. We truly appreciate the experience and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended!

Ryan is a top tier professional. He has been working with us and our young pit bull and the…read moretransformation has been amazing. He is reasonably priced and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend.

I'm honestly at a loss for words on how amazing and professional Amanda and her team are !…read moreI reached out after seeing her cool van and following her on IG and seeing how even short hair dogs would end up looking so nice and tighty after. I reached out and let her know how I literally raised one of the biggest cry babies ever PLUTO ! He's a beagle harrier (65lb beagle) but at my own fault he doesn't go out much, meaning his "Hi" may seem like he's aggressive but he truly isn't. A lot of other groomers have done a very nice BUT basic job the excuse being that he's "jumpy" Which I never blamed them just had experienced a great groomer years ago but sadly I think they lost their business... anyways I FOUND THE NEW AND IMPROVED GROOMER FOR PLUTO. When they showed up Pluto started doing his "bad boy Pluto" act but they literally welcomed him with open arms and started treating him so kind (like a baby, he loves attention) They literally took their time even though he cried and howled the entire time !!! BUT when I went out side I saw a GROOMED dog !!!! Tail nice and round ! Hair even and flat all around , clean belly, trimmed nails and foot hair ! My Pluto boy finally got a fresh doggie fade ! And when he went in the house he was soooooo happy and confident he could not stop smiling !!!! I didn't just pay for a wash and trim. PLUTO LITERALLY GOT SPOILED WITH LOVE AND ATTENTION! And it showed!!!

Great experience. Will definitely call them again. On time friendly and excellent work. One of my…read moredogs can be a bit hard to deal with but they were able to make her comfortable. Thank you !

Enjoyed my first session. My pup responded very to the trainer. She provides alot of education, and…read morepractical tools you can use at home.Looking forward to our next session

We had 3 sessions with Karen for our Sheepadoodle and Bernedoodle. She helped us reinforce basic…read moreobedience and taught us new skills! She was wonderful to work with, and our dogs loved her. We really appreciated how prepared and organized Karen was for each session. She got to know us well, and knew exactly what we needed to do. Thank you Karen!! We miss you!