Finally feel like my dog's leader, thank you, Jessica!…read more My pup (German shepherd, 90 lbs, 1.5 yrs old) and I love our experience with Jessica! When we started, he was reactive to dogs and a nightmare on walks. Now? I'd trust anyone to walk him without getting dragged down the street. His obedience has improved dramatically, too. Even more surprising to me is that our communication is so much clearer. Now, I feel like my dog's leader, not just his handler. If you have a large, reactive dog and want a real partnership, not just commands, go see Jessica. We've got group sessions coming up, and I am so excited to watch my boy make friends and be fully and properly socialized.

Brunson and I have had the best experience with Jessica! She has helped us tremendously with…read moreobedience training for my 10 month Maltipoo. We started with private lessons and noticed a big improvement in his pulling and leash behavior after just the first two sessions. After completing all six sessions, I've seen such a positive change in his overall behavior and demeanor. Jessica is extremely organized, calm, and clear with her instructions, and she's been incredibly helpful in guiding us through the different tools and techniques to use during training. We are thrilled to continue Brunson's learning in her group classes. Thank you so much for all your help, Jessica!

We had such a great experience with Erin! Our situation involved introducing 2 newly adopted young…read morecats ( 6 and 10 months old ) to our 13 year old high prey drive dog. Our cat of 18 years had recently passed away and our hope was introducing the new cats would be somewhat smooth considering the cohabitation of over a decade but it proved more challenging than we had imagined. Erin is calm and cool and slipped in easily. All the pets loved her and adjusted to her presence quickly. Erin gave us expert advice and helped us to get past the road blocks we were encountering. She had great suggestions to reframe our intros through different exercises that really moded the needle forward. It was super valuable having her keen eyes watching all the animals body language and also we humans. Getting that feedback in the moment was super helpful. Also, great having another set of hands if needed to wrangle the kids! Thanks so much Erin! The kids say hi!

My partner and I recently adopted a 6 year old dog from a local rescue. Being first time dog…read moreowners, we knew we wanted to get our dog and us to go through obedience training. I appreciated how Erin offered intro calls before enrolling for classes to ask any questions on how the classes are structure. Class sizes are kept small and they use positive reinforcement. We decided to enroll our dog at Woof! Erin sends an intro email before class to prepare you and what you need to bring/get for class in addition to resources and guides on training. Reminder texts/emails before class, so you don't forget. Woof offers group classes for adult and puppies, private 1:1 lessons, or a mix of both. My partner and I have really enjoyed going to Woof. In class, Erin will model the cues and have us practice the cues with our dog and give guidance or answer any of our questions. The building is located in City Heights and has its own parking lot behind the building to park.

We were recommended to FDC through a rescue, The Animal Pad for my brother's dog whom I was taking…read morecare of for a couple months. He's a 70lb teenager Husky Malamute who had zero obedience training and lacked impulse control. Being the parents to two very small dogs, we knew taking in a large working dog like him with high energy would be a challenge. Our first lesson with Lindsey was an opportunity to learn about him and his drive , so we could work towards a safe introduction to the smaller dogs. She provided tons of tips and helped me understand what success would look like and what is and isn't acceptable behaviors to Look out for and how to work on them. With her guidance and our dedication , we were able to finally get all 3 to walk calmly together , and then be in the same indoor space together. We followed up with a second session to work more on impulse control and recall. The help we received from Lindsey and the team at FDC was priceless. I went from hopeless crying after day 3 to happy crying after day 5. Now when we all lay on the bed together I reflect on the success we were set up for . Can't thank Lindsey enough for giving us this chance.

I can't say enough great things about Ashley and her team at Family Dog Consulting. this From the…read morevery first session, it was clear that they not only understand dogs incredibly well, but they genuinely care about helping both the dog and the owner succeed. Their professionalism, patience, and knowledge truly set them apart from anyone I've worked with before. What impressed me most was how quickly they were able to identify my dog's behavior patterns and explain them in a way that made perfect sense. Instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach, they customized the training plan specifically for my dog's needs and personality. Every session was productive, clear, and structured -- and I always left feeling confident and informed. My dog went from being anxious, reactive, and stubborn to calm, focused, and eager to learn. The improvement has been unbelievable. Not only did my dog learn new commands, but I learned how to communicate better, set boundaries, and reinforce positive behavior the right way. They were always on time, always encouraging, and always willing to go the extra mile -- whether it was sending follow-up tips, answering questions, or demonstrating techniques until I got them right. If you're looking for a trainer who is passionate, skilled, and truly committed to helping you build a stronger bond with your dog, this is the one. I'd recommend them to anyone without hesitation. One of the best investments I've made for my dog's well-being!

Our dog was already a good boy but we needed some help with a few things. In just a few one hour…read morelong training sessions, our dog has improved immensely! Here's what we've accomplished: -no longer pulls when we walk -focuses more on us on our walks -stops when we stop. Walks when we walk. -doesn't try to chase skateboards anymore -learned to heel We're going into his 4th lesson next week and hope he gets certified as a canine good citizen!

My husband and I came across Man K9 when we were looking for a trainer in San Diego who is familiar…read morewith Mal and Shepherd breeds. We were extremely impressed when we saw that this facility trains a lot of the police K9s in San Diego. We purchased a package with Ricky for private lessons, and during our first lesson, we were beyond impressed by his knowledge. He immediately taught us how to properly use our dogs' prong collar and how beneficial the e-collar can be if used properly. Ricky taught us how to prevent our dog from pulling while walking, "out" command, sitting when we stop walking, lying down when commanded, and stopping jumping/chewing on us out of excitement. I swear after our first lesson our 8-month-old puppy was a changed dog. We practice daily at home and he has now been able to walk off-leash and listen when commanded along with stopping at street corners and sitting before crossing with our approval of course. We couldn't be more grateful for Ricky and our puppy's e-collar. It's been amazing how many people have complimented my husband and me on how well our dog behaves lol.

Aimee is an outstanding trainer. She works with your pets with a compassion and love that is…read moreunmatched. First started working with her about 10 years ago with our dog Ziggy and she made a huge difference. He became the sweetheart of the Neighbourhood.

I won't lie to you I was VERY hesitant at first. I didn't know how they could have so many good…read morereviews, but I'm so so happy I gave Dogpanion a chance. Aimee and her team are AMAZING. My dog Walter needed some basic training and hopefully to get a head start on some service dog training before we made a big move. From the start Aimee was very honest and laid everything out clearly. I was impressed after each session just seeing the improvement in my boy. On top of that it's very affordable for the great quality training. The Dogpanion team is very passionate about what they do and they are darn good at it. I couldn't suggest a better training business for you and your furbaby!

Very knowledgeable and great products available in their store. Check hours and days of operation…read moreto make sure open before going.

I love this store and Hiromi, the owner. My shih tzu loves her, too! We use their line of Mr…read more Suzuki's Pet Care hypoallergenic shampoo and moisturizers and his coat is always so soft and clean. Super friendly and helpful, every time we go in there.

So many good things to say about coastal paws SD! Mercedes and her team have been incredible. I…read morereached out originally for a board and train for our almost 1yr old husky/pitbull/bulldog mix & noticed a huge difference after even just 5 days with her! She's been so flexible for day trips and care throughout the following weeks to help tucker out our sweet girl and then has taken awesome care of her on other occasions of boarding as well. They send and post pictures throughout their stay and we always have a happy pup coming home to us after a visit with them. Can't recommend enough!

This review is long overdue. I was referred to Coastal Paws by my neighbor, 7 years ago, after I…read moregot my first puppy and needed help with out-of-town overnight dogsitting. Hendrix my first pup loves going to Coastal Paws, he jumps out of my car and runs straight to door everytime even after all these years. Then when I got my second pup he does the exact same thing. Their pure enjoyment and excitement for doggy day care brings me so much joy. They are will taken care of and I receive feedback on their behavior and the owner does behavior training with them. She also sends daycare update photos with them playing, celebrates their birthdays and take holiday photos. I highly recommend Coastal Paws to all my friends and family. Thank you for making my pups feel safe and giving them a second home when I'm away.

Five stars isn't enough! Not only is Justin a proven expert trainer, the amount of compassion and…read morecommitment he has shown is unreal and truly heartwarming. He says his passion is helping people and their dogs, and I have no doubt about that. A month after separating from my partner and moving out to my own place, my leash aggressive, two year-old cane corso, Zeke, lunged at another dog in my apartment complex and took me with him. Fortunately, aside from a few cuts and bruises I sustained, everyone was OK. But the anxiety and emotional trauma that was left behind made me avoid taking Zeke out for walks all together and when I did my hands would start shaking. Thinking that I would be able to do it in my own, I watched hours and hours of dog training videos and even tried using an E collar, none of it helped. Not only were things stressful outside of the house, but inside of it too. My 14 year-old cocker spaniel and poodle mix, Lexi, is very reactive towards Zeke. Because her senses are not what they used to be. She has even mistaken me for Zeke and has snapped at me. The thought of me potentially losing my apartment, having to give up Zeke, and the fear that Lexi may accidentally bite one of my children caused even more stress on top of what I was already going through from the separation, so I knew I needed to get professional help. After just one phone call with Justin I already felt a weight lifted from my shoulders. We have only been working together for two weeks and have already seen improvement, not only with Zeke's responsiveness to corrections while on walks but with my confidence in leading my pups to a calm and happy life. Justin really set me up for success by giving me tools, demo videos, and tips - making me confident in my ability to correct Zeke's leash reactivity. Walks with Zeke are so much more calm for us both! So grateful for what Justin does and how he does it. He is so responsive and genuine, really making us a team with the same goals! Can't recommend him enough! THANK YOU, Justin!

Justin is so great at giving solid tips and explaining the why behind it. My dog was lunging,…read morebarking, generally tough to deal with on walks so it was a chore and I was legit concerned he would cause an accident one day to some kid on a bike or a jogger. Literally the first hour I saw huge improvement and now I honestly look forward to walking my boy twice a day. Justin checks in regularly and helps with tips like a long road trip and ringing doorbell barking to name a couple recent things.