I had hired Drew based on a recommendation from a friend and x-coworker and I am glad that I did…read more In May 2014. I had met a women from of craigslist and bought a crazy dog named Luna. Luna was any where between 5-8 months and I would now be her 4th owner. Luna was an extra large puppy about 75lbs a shepherd, boarder collie, retriever cross and facing many health problems as well as behaviour issues that were unfolding by the day. Luna is now between 98-100lbs. Luna was hyperactive, barely knew to sit, would chronically whine, stress bark/scream became reactive (barking and lunging) at dogs, buses, large trucks and would lose complete control if she saw anyone with a ball of any kind. Luna could not focus at all was high stressed, high strung and a handful who is a super athletic dog who is strong. Luna wold turn her frustration to me and jump up and nip and mouth leaving me with busies and often in tears. Drew and I worked for the same company for many years knew of one another but didn't know one another well. Meeting drew on our first consultation I was so nervous I was trembling. My fear was that Drew would tell me that Luna should be put down or was hopeless to train, would have no dog friends and was aggressive. (Something another trainer advised me) I loved Luna and saw her struggles the moment she stepped out of the craigslist posters car and I knew I wouldn't give up on her. Drew is supportive and not once indicated that there was no hope for Luna. Drew tried all kinds of tactics to reach and connect with Luna. Drew helped me perfect my body language and increase my confidence working a strong, working breed. Drew helped me break down step by step every challenge I was facing (and there were many) Every time I needed Drew a solution was provided. It was a struggle and Drew's commitment to Luna was an inspiration and motivation to keep going. Today Luna has peace a gift Drew helped me create with Luna. Luna knows well over 50 commands well, Luna is obedient has learned to ignore all dogs, has actually made dog friends and can be trusted with puppies as young at 9 weeks old with no issues. Luna now walks with young puppies and adolescent dogs giving them confidence and lesson their fear of large dogs. With Drew, you will see immediate improvement and come out of the experience with a plan and confidence to take on any situation. Luna is my best friend and continues to help other dogs that were just like she was in the beginning because of Drew's gift and dedication to dogs. I am forever grateful. Carey Bolduc

We hired Drew to help us with our rescue Australian cattle dog. Before Drew came our dog was…read morereactive and difficult to walk. Our dog was also aggressive with visitors to the house, which was having impacts on our lives. Drew set up a training schedule for us, was extremely knowledgeable and great to work with. He was very patient in training us to be the best dog owners we could be. He also helped us with crate training, heeling and a number of other commands. We would have no qualms in recommending Drew's services and we are so happy with our well behaved pup.

My partner and I have gone through 2 different courses, personal sessions and have used Holly to…read morelook after our pup while we are out of town. Holly is an incredibly kind and knowledgeable trainer who actually has a background in the science of training and working with animals. This meant that whenever we had a question about why a specific method does or does not work, she was able to provide a clear and concise explanation. On top of this, she is able to provide recommendations for further learning and other materials that are helpful when we're alone with our dog. Because of Holly, our dog is doing wonderfully and is well behaved with other dogs, people, children and even cats. We believe that we owe a great amount to Holly for her help in getting our dog to be the best that she can be!

I was referred to Karma dog by a friend who had taken their 8 week course and I must say I'm very…read morepleased with my experience thus far. I received a reply within a few hours of contacting the training team. They were very informative and thorough when describing the different programs offered. They offer a free call or FaceTime with a trainer to get information on your pet, after which you're given a recommendation on what program would be best for your dog. I rescued a year old shepherd mix last month who needed basic obedience training and we started classes last week. A few of the people in the class said the program had completely changed their dog and recommended we do the 8 week class. First class is free, and if you like it ( which we did ) you can sign up. We worked on "sit", "watch me" and "down" in the first class. I'm looking forward the rest of the program!

Serena is an excellent teacher! she is very patient, extremely knowledgeable and wants the best…read moreoutcome for you and your dog She makes sure you don't get frustrated and have fun at the classes. She's very straight forward and will let you know if you're doing anything incorrect. She is known to always have the best treats hidden in her pockets. Highly recommend!!

I've been taking my young terrier to K-9 Best Behaviour for about a year. The training has improved…read morehis basic skills but the best benefit has been the exposure to other dogs. I never have to worry about my dog encountering another in a negative way because he has learned to ignore when he needs to and socialize when he needs to. Classes are affordable and it's a pretty good bunch of people. Serena, the trainer knows her stuff. She is no-nonsense and straight to the point which works great for my family. The dog loves her too which makes it easy to trust her.

We have a young puppy who I signed up for obedience training with Yoko. She is amazing and we…read morecouldn't be happier with the results. She's patient with training you on how to get your pup to respond, and is amazing with the pups. Yoko keeps each session interesting and relevant to the stage your pup is at. Can't wait for the next round of sessions!

Yoko (our trainer) was so enthusiastic that the pups and the owners couldn't help but be inspired -…read morewhile my little girl was very nervous the first couple of classes she eventually was involved in the fun and we are very pleased with her progress.......Would highly recommend Bowwow for your fur baby!! Penny F.

Peter is an incredible trainer. With over 30+ years of experience, his professionalism and…read moreknowledge are unparalleled. He can work with any breed and any age, and he is right - it really is "training for people" that he offers, because often it is not the dog that has the issue, it is the owner. Change your habits - and like magic, your dog listens to you. The best in the entire province, hands down.

I needed training due to aggression issues with my lab mix. Turns out, I needed the training…read more LOL. Weird how the dog changes as soon as he took the leash. My wife got me the three sessions. I am glad she did. ok. ok. ok. mindset. I get it. LOL.

They have everything from high-quality food options to the cutest accessories and toys that my dog…read moreabsolutely adores.

Jake the owner and a trainer has worked with McQueen since he was 3 months old. Jakes no fuss easy…read moreto execute training has been invaluable. I have also used their in-house Grooming for nails and ears and amazing value and so convenient. The whole staff seem so educated and well-trained about proper dog care. It's an amazing resource especially for somebody like me who has never had a dog they've made my life so much easier. The shop is great Jake really seems to focus on Canadian made products which is nice o in a sea of corporate chain pet stores

If you have a dog you love to spoil and get some cute clothes, leashes, carriers and more for,…read moreBarking Babies is one of the best dog boutiques ever. Most pet stores in Vancouver, Canada have almost the same brands, toys, treats and food but Barking Babies is very selective and caring that things serve the family well, with a wide gorgeous, selection of some of the best goodies and gear ever for the modern dog. I first came hoping to find a less heavy carrier for my new puppy. Ended up with a nice front/back carrier from Japanese brand Mon Cheri which I love that the store owner helped me choose with expertise and knowledge to recommend what would be a great match for my needs. Not too bulky or heavy. Barking Babies carries a lot of fantastic luxury dog/pet carriers, there are some available to order in store too and they have all kinds of fashionable clothes, shoes, toys, beds, gourmet food and treats for dogs too! When I first came in I was still starting to socialize Soda and now Soda loves the store and gets along great with the 2-3 dogs who help run the store and it has been nice for Soda to visit with them. We have also gotten two beautiful soft rolled faux leather convertible hands free leashes, some Wag Wear rain boots for my dogs, Nono and Soda, a few toys, treats, Woof Dog Food and even a Lafufu plush toy for Soda, and my dogs are obsessed with everything we get from the store from the cute xmas gift snuffle box to her beloved Lafufu and even the Wag Wear shoes. Love going in to find unique and gorgeously vetted wonderful things for my dogs to enjoy and also let them practice socializing. We try to get to the store every chance we can or need if we are in the area and cannot recommend a visit to the best dog store for extra special barking fur babies in Vancouver!

BUYER BEWARE I do not recommend Barking Babies or Nancy, the…read moreowner. I spent over $300 in this store, including approximately $170 on a harness and leash for my dog. Before purchasing, Nancy repeatedly insisted the harness was the correct size and reassured me four or five times that if it didn't fit, I could return it. At no point did she ever say that "return" meant store credit only. Trusting what I was told, I made the purchase. Two days later, I returned with the harness and leash completely unused, with tags and original packaging, because the harness did not fit my dog. Instead of honoring what I had been told, Nancy denied saying it and told me I should have read the receipt because it was "store credit only." The conversation quickly became very uncomfortable. Nancy raised her voice at me and repeatedly said she had rent to pay and that running a business was expensive. As a customer who had simply relied on what I was told before making a purchase, I found that completely inappropriate. There is a huge difference between saying "you can return it" and "you can return it for store credit only." Had I been told the full policy before paying, I would never have spent over $300 there After this happened, I read through the Google reviews and found another customer describing a very similar experience--they also believed they could return an item that didn't fit, only to later discover it was store credit only. Reading that review made me realize my experience wasn't unique.and this is her way of running the business I have no issue with a business having a store credit policy. My issue is with how it was communicated before the sale and how I was treated afterward. There are many other pet boutiques and online retailers with better prices, transparent policies, and customer service that continues after you've paid. Based on my experience, I would strongly recommend taking your business elsewhere.

Really pleased with Raise the Woof doggy daycare. Their online sign up, assessment and booking…read moresystem are user-friendly and keep everything organized. My dogs love it here! Nora is especially great, super caring and hands-on. There is an area for quiet dogs, active dogs and an adjacent outdoor space for their to get a bit of sunshine and to do their business. Overall it seems like a happy place for dogs and they are well looked after and cared for. I also like that my dogs come home smelling like themselves. When visiting other dog care facilities, the smell of urine and or bleach was overpowering. Glad to have found RTW.

My little hazelnut loves raise the woof. The owner, Andrea is so sweet and caring. You get pupdates…read moreon social media as they post pictures of the dogs throughout the day, which is really nice! Hazelnut has also boarded here and has enjoyed it. She has met a lot of great puppy and human friends here.

I paid her $178.50 to groom my Maltese. I told her I was growing her hair long when booking the…read moreappointment and twice before she took the dog into the van, only to have her cut all her fur off to less than an inch all over her body. My dog is a year and a half, and her hair had never been cut ever since she was born, and now it will take years for it to grow back after this. Not only did she cut the fur off, the cut itself was so extremely poor, I've had people ask me if I cut it myself. I posted the post-groom pictures on my Maltese group online, and the consensus was this person is not a "master groomer". Every single leg is cut different, her face is different on either side, there are scissor cuts left in the fur all over her body. She did have a top knot before the groom, and I told the groomer that I like to put it in a ponytail every single day, and she cut it so uneven and short that she herself had to put it into two ponytails because it's almost impossible to have it put into one ponytail with how it's cut. And to be clear, I handed over a dog that had ZERO knots or mats in her fur. I combed through her fur with a metal comb less than an hour before the groomer arrived. Completely devastating when I was so specific. Within minutes of meeting the groomer by her van, she told me that my dog was not a purebred (I have papers), that she had a blocked tear duct, and that her hair would never grow long. I brought her to the vet the next day because of course I was worried if she maybe she did have a blocked tear duct. A $90 veterinarian examination fee and five minutes later to be told her eyes are perfectly fine. And then there another $90 for another groom to have this absolutely terrible cut fixed. What a nightmare. If you're looking for a specific cut, while this person identifies as a "master groomer", the cut she gave she might as well be working at Petsmart, which is where most people thought I brought my dog to have her hair done. So in total, I have paid $358 to have my 5 pound dog trimmed. I also wonder if she is even an actual working groomer now. She showed up in a van that was completely smashed up on the side, and when I looked in her van, it looked more like storage than a place where a dog could be groomed. Never again. So ripped off. The first two pictures are right after the groom in the van, and the last picture is the beautiful dog I handed over to her.

She was great with the pups. They look great and they really liked her a lot…read more First time trying a mobile groomer and we love it. A bit costly for small dogs but still worth it because of the groomer her self. She also leaves treats for the pups. Like a doggy bag haha Will be seeing her again for sure Love Chewy and Baki