We can't say enough good things about A Bark Idea. Frankie is a very shy dog, so finding a boarding place where she feels comfortable has been difficult. At other places she comes home anxious and unsettled, but that has never happened here. The staff truly cares about the dogs, and the personalized updates they send are thoughtful and reassuring. We love that they keep the number of dogs small so the environment never feels chaotic or overwhelming. Every update shows Frankie looking relaxed and genuinely happy, and she always comes home healthy, calm, and in a great mood. It's completely worth it for the peace of mind when we travel. And the occasional complimentary surprise bath before pickup is such a nice bonus! read more

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A Bark Idea has a second location in Marina del Rey!!!! The space has been designed beautifully and is so welcoming for the doggies!!! My Toula has been with A Bark Idea since she was NINE WEEKS old (she'll be 3 years in December!) and it's been such an amazing place for her! She is so well-cared for and EVERY SINGLE PERSON that works there genuinely LOVES your pup!!! Toula went through training when she first started and we still practice at home all the time. She's such a good girl and has very good manners! When I have to board her, I know I am leaving her in the BEST environment and care. I can go on vacation (or have surgery!) without worrying about her. She's not crated and just walked a few times a day. She is playing with her buddies (human and furry friends!) and living her best life! The locations are clean and she has NEVER gotten sick or had an injury. Toula spent the day in MDR; I'm trying to figure out how to get her there (at least once a week!) given I work/live in the South Bay. I think being in a different location is good for her and she'll meet new friends (maybe your fur baby?). :) A Bark Idea is truly Toula's home away from home! read more

My dog Albie loves coming here, and I couldn't be happier with the care he gets! The staff are so friendly, attentive, and genuinely love every dog that walks through the door. The facility is always spotless and so well maintained, which gives me total peace of mind. I also love that they send picture updates throughout the day! It's the best seeing Albie having so much fun with his friends! The dogs are never just locked away; they get tons of playtime, socialization, and attention. Albie always comes home happy, tired, and clearly well loved. If you're looking for a clean, caring, and trustworthy place for your pup, A Bark Idea is the best there is! read more

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Five stars does not adequately communicate how special A Bark Idea is! We have been taking our giant breed, nine-month old, 100 lb. Leonberger puppy, Oso, here since he was three months old. It was so important to us that we find a place that would teach him not only the best manners, but love him as much as we do. Cami, Justin, Kelsey, Alyssa and the gang are truly our extended family. They care for Oso and all the boo's like they are their own fur babies. From boarding to bath time and all the puppy school training - we would be lost without them. We adore that every day Oso is with them - we get photo updates on how the day is going - and video examples on how to reinforce the training that they worked on at home. As a big dog family it was so important to us that Oso learn not only socialization skills with other dogs (especially smaller breeds - which is basically all of them :) - but also customized training. A Bark Idea's positive reinforcement approach to training ensures that trust is established early on in addition to the creation of a safe space. And bonus points that Oso comes home tired and ready for snoozles - which is huge during the puppy phase where the "witching hour" is real :) We heart A Bark Idea! read more

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For the past 5 years, A Bark Idea has been such a special part of Summit's life--and mine. :) I've been bringing my Golden Retriever there since the day I brought him home, and he has truly grown up with Cami and Kelsey and the Bark Idea Team. I honestly can't imagine those early years (or now) without them. What means the most to me is the complete trust I have in their care. Even when I've been traveling for work in other countries--literally on the other side of the world--I have never worried once. I always know Summit is safe, loved, and having the very best time. And he does have the best time--he still runs in with the same excitement as he did on day one. (I cried that first day when he was just a pup and it was my first time leaving him, but Cami hugged me and told me he was going to be just fine and most happy there - and those words are still true to this day!) It's truly his home away from home. He loves all of his fur friends (he made so many, and even I did too from A Bark Idea), lives for water time with the hose (those pictures are the best), or the time they brought in bubbles and Summit has never been more blown away, and I absolutely love the daily photos and updates that keep me connected no matter where I am. :) There is simply no place better in the South Bay (Hermosa), and now with their beautiful new location in Marina del Rey/Venice, it's even more convenient for us. :) I recommend them to everyone I know with a pup--and when you go, look for Summit on the walls... he's one of their photo models! :) read more

My boy Blue loves A Bark Idea. He's done both boarding and doggy day care there. The staff is professional and kind. You can tell they genuinely care about the dogs. Blue was anxious at first and they did a great job helping him feel comfortable and easing him into the larger group. I love that they send photos/ videos. Blue is always smiling and playing in the photos, having the best time. Highly recommend! read more

We really wanted to like A Bark Idea from all the great reviews, but we found it to be a mixed bag. Our dog went through the puppy school and has done daycare there. He did love going there and playing with the other dogs, it was great from a socialization stand point, but the training was minimally effective. The puppy school was great in that it is customized to whatever you want them to work on and they would send videos of the training they did. But we found that the training never really translated to our dog's behavior at home. They worked on having him not bark at new people, and it seemed to work on the training videos but he would still bark at home. We wanted to work on brushing his teeth but the farthest they got was getting him to touch the toothbrush with his nose/mouth, not actually letting us brush his teeth. Maybe we just brought him in when he was too old (9 months old) but for how expensive it was, we didn't see much of a difference or change in behavior at home. The other mixed bag was that our dog got sick several times when he was going here. From giardia, ear yeast infection, to some other bug that made him really sick, going here was the only place he was interacting with other dogs that he could've gotten it from. He would also sometimes come home soo sweaty and dirty -- this is understandable given that he seems to be playing all day, but it was gross and made us concerned that he wasn't getting enough rest/sleep as a puppy. The last thing was that he would come home with visible scratches! They were scratches in places that he wouldn't have been able to reach himself like his back. When we asked about this, they said that it's normal and expected that scratches happen when dogs play together, but I'm pretty sure the previous puppy school we took him to did not allow that kind of behavior between dogs. I felt bad and didn't want him to keep coming home with injuries. I'm pretty sure he picked up some bad behaviors here too like nipping at our friend's dog's ears when she clearly doesn't like it, which has made it hard to have play dates. This wasn't something he did before attending A Bark Idea. The hours for daycare can be difficult since they don't do daycare fri-sun, only boarding, and pickup is at 6pm, which can be hard if you're working until 5:30. I wanted to add this more nuanced review since it wasn't a raving success like we had hoped. I do think it's still a nice place and the staff are friendly, but it didn't work out for our dog and I would hesitate to bring him back here unless we were really in a pinch. read more

My daughter has a service dog (Lola) that isn't able to go to school with her. She still has a LOT of puppy energy and gets bored and anxious when she isn't working. She also LOVES other dogs and missed the daily interaction of her classmates at the training ranch where she did her SD completion. By the time my daughter would end her days at school, Lola would be unfocused, would heighten my daughter and they'd BOTH be disregulated and anxious. A Bark Idea has been a godsend! Lola loves the ENTIRE team! Being a service dog, it is important to us that Lola has close eyes on her and is not in an environment that derails her teaching. A Bark Idea delivers that above and beyond our expectations. I receive updates every day on how she is doing with frameworthy photos accompanying them. Every time I pick Lola up, she's happy, calm and ready to work. It's a much better pairing with my daughter. Finally, I love the idea there is a big part of Lola's life that is JUST for her. I think we all need that. Dogs are no exception. Her relationships with the team and her daycare buddies are SO important to all of us. My ONLY complaint is that we can no longer drive down Artesia in silence. Lola will now howl if we pass A Bark Idea and it isn't a daycare day. :oP A+++ read more

A Bark Idea - Pet Training Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

This place is gold. Kelsey and Cami (and Justin and literally all of their staff) are amazing. So knowledgeable and kind - their positive reinforcement training approach really works. I have a super high energy puppy that I really struggled with - a GSP/Weimaraner/Doberman mix - he has a mind of his own and more energy than a toddler on a sugar high. I had *almost* given up hope when I started him here for training. They have worked with me (and him) to get to a place where I can actually enjoy him. No more stressful days thinking "what do I even do with him?" He's been with them for training, daycare and some boarding since February and the difference is quite literally night and day. He is such a gentleman now. They are phenomenal. He is always SO happy to see his friends there, he can't get out of the car fast enough! I tried another well known, local training place first and that was a huge mistake. I tell everyone I know...start here!!!! You will NOT be disappointed! read more

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We absolutely love this place for our girl Avery, I love the training tips that are provided to, work with her at home. I love the updates and how she's doing. It makes me feel more comfortable knowing she safe and the staff love there job :) If you looking for a puppy school this is the best spot. read more

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We LOVE A Bark Idea!! My puppy Archie did training for the last few months and it quickly became his FAVORITE PLACE EVER!! Cami and Kelsey (along with the whole staff) are so sweet and caring. I highly recommend A Bark Idea for training, daycare and boarding. read more

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A Bark Idea has been such a fun place for our new puppy! The socialization, play time and just overall care they give to each dog is amazing and comforting when you're away from your puppy for the first time. Bonnie always comes home happy and tired (in the best way!) from her day at daycare. Cami runs an amazing safe space for dogs. I can't recommend A Bark Idea enough. Your dog will truly grow and evolve from their time spent there. They also send the best photos with their updates!! read more

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We feel so lucky to have found A Bark Idea! Our 9 month old pup, Daisy, started when she was about 4 months old and A Bark Idea quickly became her second family. Their whole staff (Cami, Justin, Kelsey + more) are all so kind & knowledgeable and it's a huge comfort knowing Daisy is always SO excited when we pull up for daycare in the mornings. I highly recommend their Happy Puppy School which helped us build up Daisy's skills from simple commands (sit, stay, come, down, go to your bed, etc) to learning how to handle everyday situations at home (jumping, counter surfing, learning to not be afraid of the dishwasher or what to do when guests come to the front door). Lately, we've been so thankful that they've continued to help us work with her leash training and overcome some sound anxiety/stimulation. As first-time puppy parents, A Bark Idea is always willing to help us learn how to communicate with Daisy and read her body language - this has been particularly challenging as Daisy is more anxious/fearful out in the world and is not something we've dealt with before. A Bark Idea has been the best partner to lean on in making sure Daisy grows into a happy, well-mannered, & comfortable dog! Can't recommend A Bark Idea enough!! read more

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I cannot think of a better place for puppy training & daycare. We recently rescued a puppy and were in desperate need of some direction. Cami & Kelsey have made the whole process so much better. Not only do they treat our puppy like one of their own, they also help me with changing some of my habits to help create a confident puppy. Our puppy is half Belgian Malinois & half husky- two very smart high energy breeds that need a lot of work. Once we found this out through her DNA test it helped to understand her breed needs. Cami & Kelsey continue to teach me so much about training & setting her up for success. I am so incredibly grateful for everyone at A Bark Idea & for taking such good care of our pup! read more

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I've had dogs before, but never a puppy. Within the first 24 hours of my puppy Ollie arriving home, I started to question my decision to get a puppy. I searched online for any resources that could help me and stumbled upon A Bark Idea. Kelsey was quick to respond and provide some helpful tips before we could get Ollie in for some Board and Train. A Bark Idea uses "pawsitive" reinforcement training -- no ecollars or prongs here! After two weeks, Ollie came home adjusting well to his crate, potty trained, and knew all his basic commands (Sit, Come, Place, Stay). Since his first Board and Train, Ollie has gone back for Boarding, Daycare, and even MORE board and train sessions. Now our Board and Train sessions are completely customized focused on areas Ollie needs some help with. Case in point-- Ollie is now 7 months of teenage fluff. He's been regressing a bit at home and really trying to push boundaries and house rules. He's also suffered from extreme anxiety in the car (we've had several vomit, pee, poo incidents driven his anxiety). Kelsey and Cami were able to help Ollie so much that today, Ollie no longer drools in the car. He literally chills in his seat, calm, focused, and follows all commands (even gives me high fives!). At home, Ollie's become more confident. He now wanders to his playpen and entertains himself, when I'm busy. He's following commands again and just seems like a much more well adjusted puppy. literally not the same puppy I dropped off-- it's been 4 days and he's still the most polite little boy :) A Bark Idea is such a great place-- Ollie loves it so much, he rushes in without looking back at me... ever. He's made lots of friends and it helps me to know that he's in such a safe and loving environment under Cami and Kelsey's care. Added bonus-- all the cute photos and videos of your pup's day :) If you're looking to help you puppy grow to be a healthy, happy, confident pup, you need to check out A Bark Idea! read more

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My pup Oyster started going to puppy school when he was about 3 months old, and since then I have seen him grow into such a confident, outgoing dog! A Bark Idea is his absolute favorite place in the world and when I drop him off, he excitedly heads right in without even looking back! He loves it so much, that I've boarded him several times as well and I always feel safe and secure knowing he's being cared for so well. Cami and Kelsey love my pup like their own, and it shows with how happy he is every time he's there. Not only does he learn so much during his time at puppy school, but he is also able to safely play and receive stimulation. And a huge bonus--I always get sent the most adorable photos and videos of my pup, as well as tips on how to implement this training at home! They are truly the best part of my day while he's away. I'm so thankful I took a chance on A Bark Idea! Their personal touch and genuine love & care truly sets them apart, and they're more than just a doggy daycare. They're family! Oyster and I love you all dearly! read more

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We love everything about A Bark Idea! Our golden retriever loves going to stay overnight at A Bark Idea - Cami and her team are simply amazing!!! Our dog has so much fun and we love seeing his adventures with the awesome photos they text us during his stay! Our dog comes back with better training and listening skills than when he goes in - I think he might like it better there than at home, truly! It brings me so much peace of mind knowing that he gets to run freely with other dogs all day, play with the sweetest humans ever, learn good behaviors, and sleep freely with a human like he would at home! This place is absolutely the best boarding and training place I've ever heard of and I recommend it to everyone. I cannot say enough how amazing they are. 5+++ stars! We love you guys!!! read more

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I cannot recommend A Bark Idea enough. When you choose a business to help train your puppy, you want to find trainers that will love your pup just as much as you and this is that place. Cami, Kelsey, and Justin have so much love and compassion for these dogs and it shows. Even before my pup started at Happy Puppy School, I had an open line of communication with A Bark Idea while I was crate training, which almost broke me, but they helped me through it and helped me with my confidence that I was doing the right thing and it would get better each day. AND IT DID! I chose to put my puppy in Happy Puppy School and it was so worth it. I chose the 24 lessons package and each day, I received a video message of what they worked on each day so I could practice with my pup. You really have to understand that the work they do with your dog at school, you have to come home and practice with your dog because they need to learn to listen to you too. The socialization that the puppies get at school is so important, not to mention, the amount of energy they expend all day makes it easier at the end of the day for you! Once my dog was done with his training, I purchased the day care package and take him at least once a week. He has the best time and comes home pooped out. A Bark Idea are our family now and I truly feel like it was the best decision for me and my puppy! read more

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The trainer we had was condensing and continuously rude to us. Apparently, we asked too many questions and she did not like that. We just wanted to make sure we were doing the best we could at home with training. Avoid this place and find a trainer who is kind and caring. read more

I cannot say enough nice things about A Bark Idea!! We moved from out of state and had a couple work trips planned for shortly after our move. I was nervous that a big move on top of finding a new boarding/daycare place would be a little overwhelming for our dog but I felt very comfortable with the staff right away and it was clear they cared. Our dog, Aubrey, definitely felt comfortable with them as well. It makes a huge difference to have a place we trust so much and that loves our baby as much as we do when we have to go out of town! They took a huge weight off of my shoulders with this move and I appreciate them so much for it! Aubrey has the best time and they are so good about sending pics of her having fun which puts me at ease :) read more

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We have done a few staying including board and train the first stay. When looking for a place to board our puppy when we first got her I came on Yelp to see if I could find a place with good reviews, I came across A Bark Idea and I'm so glad I did. The staff is super friendly, attentive, helpful and overall really love dogs and their job. From the first stay about 2 years ago till her most recent stay about a week ago I've had nothing but praise for A Bark Idea. I love the daily photos updates, knowing that my dog is so happy and being well taking care of lets me relax and enjoy my vacation. There is no other place I would trust with caring for my dog read more

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A Bark Idea is the absolute best! Our dog has been going to A Bark Idea for almost his entire 3 years of his life, and it remains his favorite place to be told he's going to! Cami and Kelsey show our dog so much love and have always been open and honest with us about how Rufus does at camp. He always gets so excited when we drop him off for daycare or boarding. We love this place so much that even though we recently moved much further away, we will go out of our way to have our pup stay here for boarding because we know they treat the dogs so well. Cant recommend A Bark Idea enough! read more

A Bark Idea has been like a family to us since we started bringing Benny to Happy Puppy school. This was our first time adopting a puppy (previously had two older huskies) so training was very new to us. We knew we wanted to work with positive reinforcement trainers which is how we found A Bark Idea, and they have been amazing! The facilities are cleaned regularly and were safe enough for Benny to meet other dogs/puppies to get socialization in during his first few weeks. Benny also received incredible attention and love from the staff who regularly sends us pictures of our cutie. It puts our minds at ease knowing he is always safe with them and learning to be well-behaved. Each day Benny is at class he receives specific training which is then communicated clearly to us to practice at home. All of the work we have put in with the Bark Idea team has clearly paid off and we are incredibly grateful! Benny loves going so much that we decided to try boarding him there as well which was a perfect transition. Benny got to see all of his friends and stay in a place that he was already comfortable. You could tell he didn't even notice we were gone which is what we hoped for! Again, thank you so much to the Bark Idea staff (especially Kelsey who is incredible) for treating our fur babies like family! read more

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This review is long overdue, but Cami is THE GREATEST! I met Cami in January 2019 to discuss a board and train with my labradoodle puppy Tofu. I was going to be gone for 4 days and was super nervous about leaving her. Cami came over to my place to meet Tofu, and get a general understanding about what I was looking for and to just meet the puppy before agreeing to anything. Tofu LOOOVED her. While I was away, Cami kept me updated with what was going on and would send me photos. When I returned and Cami dropped her off, my puppy was like a brand new puppy. She was more well mannered and less of a crazy. I would definitely recommend Cami for any boarding and or training. I love her energy and positive attitude. read more

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My dog Sally absolutely love it there. I appreciate the staff sending me updates about my English bulldog Sally. This morning she was scratching at the door because they didn't answer the door fast enough for her. read more

I am so grateful for this place! Cami and Kelsey always take such great care of my dog, Freddie - I wouldn't trust leaving him with anyone else! They are dog trainers and only use positive reinforcement, which I love. They also send the cutest photo updates each day to show me how much fun Freddie is having. So thankful to have a place that cares just as much about our dogs as we do. Thank you! read more

A Bark Idea is amazing! Our puppy has been staying with them since he was a baby and every single experience we have had has been great. Everyone who works there is so kind and wonderful and we always know we are leaving our puppy in good hands. We have also utilized their puppy training and they have done an amazing job! We have seen so much progress. Highly recommend having your dog stay here, they will be kept safe, make friends and have so much fun! read more

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Highly recommend A Bark Idea for your boarding and training needs! Cami was recommended by a friend who has a well trained dog (by her) and she helped us out in a pinch at the beginning of our puppy parenthood. Rocky has been back for a little over a week now as we got COVID and had to extend his stay, which Cami politely accommodated. Highlights include daily photo/video updates and easy communication by text. Our pup frankly never wants to come home he is so happy at A Bark Idea, exactly what you want to see from your dog leaving a place you trust with your little buddy. read more

We recently moved to the west coast. One of the things we were most nervous about was finding a new daycare for our Australian Shepherd, Tuwa. Thankfully we found A Bark Idea! I first heard about them online and the moment I learned it was run by certified positive reinforcement trainers, I had to reach out to them. This was really important to me especially after we had a bad experience at another local place where we saw dogs being punished for healthy play Since Tuwa's first temperament test, she has stayed a few times for overnights. We never worry when she is there and are so thankful for their picture updates and how accommodating they are with our requests (giving Tuwa medicine, special sleeping arrangements, etc) We can tell how much they love the dogs and Tuwa definitely loves them back. In fact, any time we're there to drop her off, she scratches at the door because she's so excited to be let in. One last note -- daycare here is definitely more expensive than we've seen at other places BUT it is SO WORTH IT for us to know Tuwa is well taken care of. We don't even live close by but we are willing to drive through LA traffic just so she can go to daycare here. Thanks for taking care of her! read more

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A Bark Idea is wonderful! We needed to board our dog, Fisher, and checked out a couple of places that we just didn't feel comfortable with. We happened upon A Bark Idea, and immediately knew this was the place for us. Their approach to care for less dogs gave us a sense of better care and more interaction that we didn't get from the other places. We took Fisher for daycare twice before our trip, and when he came home happy both times, we felt even more comfortable leaving him for the 10 days we would be gone. Getting photos everyday and seeing him with new friends was so reassuring. Thank you Cami, Kelsey, and Justin for taking such good care of Fisher! read more

Happy pup! Happy pup parents! A Bark Idea has been EXACTLY what we needed for our 1-year-old chocolate lab, Shane. We joined the Happy Puppy School at A Bark Idea to train Shane on leash/walking skills, meet and greet without jumping, and coming when called, and socializing with humans and other dogs. Cami and Kelsey have been excellent and positive trainers, and we've seen amazing results. They are very responsive to our priorities, patient with Shane and our family as we learned, and generous with their personalized attention including videos of Shane's training so that we could reinforce the skills at home. As first-time dog parents, we were nervous about leaving Shane for daycare and weekend boarding. Cami's unique approach, excellent team, and beautiful space put our minds at ease. She carefully screens dogs for temperament and fit before acceptance, so we didn't have to worry about aggression or poor behavior. A Bark Idea a small, boutique, home-like environment with multiple indoor/outdoor areas allocated for the dogs to train, play, exercise, rest, and take breaks/time outs. Clean, comfortable, safe, attentive, and very loving - A Bark Idea is worth every penny and has truly become Shane's home away from home. read more

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We couldn't ask for a more fun and caring place for our love pup. Rainey came there a couple months ago and we were so happy how she took to her visit for her first time away from us. We had her back again this weekend and she was ecstatic and thrilled to be back here to visit her friends and handlers that we felt a great sense of parental relief! Thank you so much read more

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I can't thank A Bark Idea enough for being the best dog trainers and doggy day care I could ask for! I rescued my little guy Pickles at 8 weeks old and he was super fearful of everything. He started A Bark Idea Puppy School at 11 weeks old and the rest is history! The first few times I dropped him off he was shaking and scared (separation anxiety), but that quickly changed. His third day of school he was wagging his tail as we pulled up to A Bark Idea, jumping up and down at the gate and when he was greeted by the team at the door he didn't even look back at me. He loves training with Cami and Kelsey, as do I because let's face it, the humans usually need more training than the dogs. Pickles has learned all basic commands and more, leash training and how to socialize with other dogs of all ages and sizes. They've helped Pickles to gain confidence as he gets older and taught me ways to work with him on my own. I also recently boarded him for the first time and he did so well! I wouldn't trust anyone else to watch him overnight. I love getting all the updates of Pickles hanging with other pups and I mean just look at the photos, I'd say that's a happy little guy! Thank you A Bark Idea for treating Pickles like your own. Eternally grateful! read more

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After bringing my puppy home, I invested in training, training and more training. unfortunately I didn't know about A Bark Idea's puppy training program and found them only after I needed a place to send my then 8 month old high energy Benedoodle. I called them in desperation and left a message. They called within 8 hours and let me know they would love to have my hyper puppy and to bring her the next day to try out the daycare. Needless to say, she was a perfect fit and has been attending 4 days a week since. She absolutely loves it and gets so excited as we drive up to the front door. She is greeted by all staff with a welcome, a hug and lots of pets. She has had an absolutely wonderful experience and as a result, I don't worry at all about her care during the day. She comes home tired, happy and ready for hugs from me. I unequivocally recommend A Bark Idea to whomever is looking for quality doggie daycare. read more

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We LOVE Bark Idea! Bailey looks forward to seeing all her friends and has an amazing time! When we get out the "blue leash", it means she is going to daycare for the day. She gets so excited and runs around the house like she is going to Doggie Disneyland! We love the personalized touches, the mid day photo shoots and the amazing socialization and love she gets when she is there. Cami and Kelsey and team are amazing and treats Bailey like a queen! She also has become even more obedient so informal training is part of the day. (Oh and she is so happy and exhausted when she gets home!). Highly recommend! read more

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Where to start?! Cami is AMAZING! She has a very deep understanding of dogs and their many behaviors, habits, and temperaments. Within only 2 private sessions, our 4 month old pup is picking up commands and learning SO quickly. She has given us, as dog owners, the knowledge we needed to set the right pace with training our pup early, ensuring he grows up with a strong understanding of what it means to have "puppy manners"! I have already recommended Cami to everyone I know who owns a dog, and would certainly recommend her to ANYONE considering adopting a dog, or considering a trainer for their current dog. Seriously, she is the best in the South Bay / Beach Cities. Thank you Cami, we can't wait for our next session! read more

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My bf got the sweetest looking puppy and named her Bambi. He's never had a dog act the way Bambi has before so him & his family was confused on how to prevent Bambi from doing what she was doing. A friend recommended A Bark Idea, so i contacted Cami the owner to make an appointment with her and she responded right away. She is very knowledgable on how to break dogs with bad habits. Cami is the sweetest dog whisperer and very passionate on what she does! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Cami is incredible at what she does! Her knowledge and teachings about 'positive reinforcement' training have been a life saver with raising our puppy, Finnigan. She is kind, patient, and intelligent, and we are so grateful to work with her. Finnigan looks forward to his training sessions with Cami at A Bark Idea read more

A Bark Idea - Pet Training Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

First of all, let me just say Cami is AMAZING!! My friend who was supposed to watch my 3.5 month old puppy got sick TWO days before I was supposed to go out of town for a wedding. So I was calling around scrambling to find someone to watch my baby when I found Cami! She was so sweet and even came by my house to meet my puppy (Lila) the day before I left. While I was gone, she sent me text updates with pictures/videos multiple times a day on how Lila was doing! She helped Lila with her crate training, sit, stay, lay down, "go to your bed" and so much more. Lila also used to be SO scared of other dogs and Cami helped her overcome that fear while staying with her as you can see in the pictures :) If you are looking for someone to care for your dog like he/she is their own, Cami is your girl! read more

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Words cannot express how grateful we are to have found A Bark Idea! A Bark Idea is more of a boutique dog hotel and is worth every single penny. We always feel comfortable leaving our two girls here in excellent hands - The staff genuinely cares for our girls and whenever we pick them up they are healthy and always so happy! We get photos of our dogs every single day without fail and again this just adds to us feeling incredibly comfortable leaving the dogs here; it's like a home away from home for them. A Bark Idea cares for your dogs as if they were their own and our girls will continue going!! read more