We have two energetic and lovable Shih Tzus who needed help with training and structure. Although…read morethey're only eight days apart in age, our younger pup has a strong will and a big personality! After researching several training options, we found Christy--and we're so glad we did. Her approach, which avoids shock collars and focuses on positive, effective training methods, was exactly what we were looking for. We started with the puppy class and then moved into the adolescent class, and we're incredibly pleased with the results. At just 8 1/2 months old, our boys are doing great. We continue working with them and really appreciate having a jump drive of materials to revisit when we need a refresher or help with a behavior challenge. Christy has been an outstanding support throughout the process. Her classes are comprehensive, thoughtful, and truly top-notch. A heartfelt thank you from Enzo, Jax, Mike, and me--for your passion, your guidance, and for helping give our boys the best start possible!

Christy with Best Buddies was amazing. I enrolled Max in the puppy class and wow what a difference…read moreit made. I learned all about positive reinforcement and how to properly address puppy issues. This has increased my bond with Max. Now we have fun training and learning together. Christy kept the class size small and allowed for one on one help during class, she was available after class and other times when I had questions. I will be signing up for the next class with Best Buddies. Highly recommend.

The finest dog trainers in America. I recommend anyone bringing their dogs to Custom Canine…read moreUnlimited.

I worked here for 3 years and I absolutly loved my time working here. The other staff members are…read moregreat and it's very family oriented. It's not hard to take time off, and they respect your off time. Working in the kennel, although not an awesome job, was a very fun job! I was always allowed to listen to music (wearing a headphone or on a speaker if the students were training) my direct supervisor ended up being one of my best friends. She's the best supervisor I've ever had. We were able to maintain a perfect work/home balance. Work stayed at work and home life stayed at home. The staff are all very close with each other, we would often go out to lunches together and have outside get together, barbecues, bonfires, tailgates. The students and customers who come through are also really great! I've made some really good connects and friends with a lot of cops, sheriffs, trainers, and civilians that even now 3 years later I am still in contact with. CCU makes training fun, realistic, and enjotable. Everyday is a new challenge and getting to know the dogs personalities is so much fun.

Quick to respond. He was very knowledgeable about how to correct a dogs behavior. And how to…read morecontinue to get our dog to behave instead of attacking our other dog. Thank you Smitty's Dog Training for making our animal a great and well behaved companion. Def recommend to EVERY dog owner!

From the owner: Step into the world of Smitty's Dog Training, where tails wag and obedience reigns supreme! Nestled…read morein the vibrant heart of Metro Atlanta, our training services are the ultimate for all dog breeds seeking to unlock their full potential. Led by Owner/Operator (Smitty Smith) as a professional and skilled trainer with a profound love for canines, he specializes in cultivating harmonious relationships between owners and their furry companions. From basic commands to advanced techniques, Smitty tailors his approach to suit the unique needs and personalities of each dog, ensuring a fulfilling and transformative experience for all. Join us at Smitty's Dog Training and embark on a journey of discovery, connection, and boundless joy with your four-legged friend.

Very dependable, very passionate about taking care of Dottie. Effeciently accommodated our…read moreschedules and locations.

Just amazed at the difference in my dog. I had spoiled him rotten and he was the leader of my…read morehouse!! He is almost 5 , so I doubted this could be reversed. After training with Teri , he is an obedient, lovely dog!! Total transformation. Totally worth every penny for a lifetime enjoying my dog!! No more pulling the leash, jumping on people, getting on furniture. I still cannot believe it. A 100 out of 10

would give 10 stars if I could. Worth the fee and the long drive on training days. I adopted my…read moreprecious pup Theo, while going through a personal loss. I haven't had a dog in 63 years and clueless about dogs. But through training (both mine and Theo's), I learned so much about dog behavior and how to be a good pup mom. Thanks to Teresa and the other trainers at Sit Means Sit for helping Theo be a well behaved little pup!!! He just loved his trainers who were responsible for the changes in him. Your success may be dependent upon your dedication to do homework drills with your dog. I was driven to help my sweet Theo succeed but I could not have done it without Teresa and friends at Sit Means Sit. Here is Theo's graduation day photo.

So far so good 2 weeks in with Michael. He is a whiz with our dog and so wonderful teaching us how…read moreto continue the training at home. Definitely recommending their services to all my neighbors who ask "why Bo is so calm and obedient?" Two more weeks to go and very very pleased.

One of the worst customer service experiences I've ever encountered with a dog boarding location…read more As a customer that spent over six thousand dollars using this location to board my pets, one of their employees (Caris) refused to bring my pets to me because I arrived literally 90 seconds after closing. The 90 seconds is exact and the reason I know it is because I was driving from the ATL airport to Braselton to pick up my dogs (over a 60 mile drive) and I called Caris multiple times on the drive to tell her I was on my way and to please have the dogs ready. I pulled into the Our House driveway at exactly one minute past closing (I watched the clock because I was desperately trying to get there through traffic on time) and I parked and walked to the door of the building within another 30 seconds. While I'm standing there, Caris walks around the corner of the building and said I was too late and heads to her car. So despite the two phone calls alerting her to progress and letting her know I was in my way, Caris rejected the request over a 90 second delay. Horrible person. Horrible customer service particularly because had she simply said over the phone that I shouldn't bother to come if I was going to dare be 90 seconds late after a 60 mile drive on 1-85, I wouldn't have wasted my time. Respect for peoples time works both ways I called with status updates bc I would never assume that someone would be hanging around waiting. But if 90 seconds is really too much to ask when you have notice of the customers circumstances then this type of business is just not for me. Worse, Caris' attitude was also flippant and snarky. She misled me on the phone and had no regard for the fact that my dogs have boarded and received services so many times that in a 2-year period I had spent over 6 thousand dollars with that business. If you want to be treated like a human being and with thoughtfulness and consideration then don't use them.

The punchline first: they injured our dog while shaving him after we told them to NOT shave him…read more They INJURED OUR DOG -- burned and cut him with trimmers. They charged us a "misbehavior fee" for our very chill doodle, which was a huge surprise. He is 7 years old and has never misbehaved for anyone. He is completely non-aggressive and very much a beta. The worst he may do is pull his paw back from you if you are trying to do his nails. When we got him home & saw the hack job they did on his belly -- no wonder they thought he misbehaved: they burned and cut his entire underside with the trimmers (see pics, this dog has no freckles or discoloring, has a solid pink belly, every discoloration and mark you see is a burn or a cut/scab). Pretty clear: he was trying to get away from the person burning and cutting him. We had already considered going elsewhere because, even though we always are the first in the door at this "first come/first served" policy groomer, the past three times we left him at 730am (first there when they open) and didn't get the call that he was finished until 4pm or later (one time it was almost 7pm). It is cruel for him to be there without having eaten all day. And the grooming job in the past has been ok at best. Today, when our dog was left by our daughter, she was asked to choose on a sample mat the length she wanted. She specifically stated that he should not be shaved. He is a well taken care of doodle, not one covered in mats. She asked them would he be seen first this time since he was there first & they said yes. She dropped him at 730am, and he was ready for pickup before 10am. When she picked him up, she called us upset because he was shaved, his face & head were cut in a way that was unusual, his beard was untrimmed and still very long, and they had charged a misbehavior fee and a dematting fee (yet shaved him???). When she got him home and really started looking at him, she saw that he was covered in sores and burns. She knows (has read) that you are supposed to have a second pair of trimmers on hand for larger dogs because they heat when used continuously for a time and you will end up burning the dog if you use the same pair until you are finished. We will not only make sure we never return -- we will make sure it's clear to everyone what happened to our dog and can happen to yours.