Colton works very well with your dog and continues until everything works. Had my dog there for…read morethe 2 week training. My dog was returned very clean (bathed) we were given very good instruction on how to continue the training and Colton worked very well with him and willing to follow up further to make everything right. We were so very pleased with Brooks Canine that we have booked more training and also boarding for when we go on vacation and we are ones that never board a dog. (We usually have someone house sit) 5 Star rating from me to Colton and Brittany for a quality and pleasant experience.

Colton was a huge help in us getting our Vizsla under some kind of control…read more He was super energetic and did not listen. Colton taught us the skills to help us control him better and get him to listen to our commands. Still has the energy but we can control him so much better now. Would definitely recommend training with them. We are so much happier and our dog is to.

Monica is amazing! She is extremely knowledgeable and is a fantastic dog trainer. Monica does a…read moregreat job setting you up for success to continue her training of your dog. She also provides valet service to board your dog, which is very convenient. Her communication is top notch. I highly recommend her!

We're so grateful to have found Monica! When we brought home our two-month-old Bernadoodle puppy,…read moreWalter, we really wanted to start things off right. Monica came to pick him up for a two-week training stay, and when he came back, he was still the same sweet pup--just a little bigger and so much better behaved. Monica gave us such a strong foundation, and it's made life with Walter joyful (and a lot easier!). On top of training Walter, she gave us thoughtful, practical guidance on how to keep reinforcing those good habits and work with him confidently at home. Not only is he the best-mannered dog on the block, but we also have a trusted place to keep working on new skills and fun tricks. Thank you, Monica, for your care, kindness, and for setting both us and Walter up for success. We can't recommend you highly enough! Worth every cent.

Carlos is really easy to talk to. Very friendly and obviously has a ton of experience working with…read moredogs and dog owners. I will definitely go back there for doggy daycare and boarding. Maybe some training as well, although training with Carlos is not cheap. I can only afford a few more sessions.

extremely friendly, making dog owner extremely comfortable with the whole process. It was a fun…read morealbeit expensive experience. Planning on doing one more session. They definitely know what they are doing and can "read" you and your dogs comfort level for training. Great time and learned a lot.

We have absolutely loved Phil's classes! We just completed our third class with him this year, STAR…read morePuppy, CGC, and Advanced Obedience, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. Phil is incredibly patient, kind, and knowledgeable. He has helped us improve everything from basic obedience and leash manners to focus, impulse control, recall, and staying calm and attentive around distractions. He does a great job explaining not only what to do, but why it works, which has made such a difference in our training at home. Phil truly goes above and beyond to make sure both you and your dog have the proper tools and skills to succeed. He is always willing to answer questions, offer suggestions, and work with you to find what works best for your individual dog. Our dog gets so excited to see him every week, it's like watching a little kid light up when the ice cream truck comes around! We've learned so much from Phil and have seen such a positive difference in our dog's training and confidence. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and dedicated dog trainer!

WARNING: I would not use this trainer. I would give zero stars if I could…read more ***Update to his response at end of my review. Very disappointing and alarming experience with Phil, the trainer/owner. I brought my 15-month-old Samoyed puppy for his first training session. My puppy is a sweet, friendly, loving dog who gets along with everyone. He is simply young, energetic, and still learning. The most alarming part of the session involved stairs. My puppy has never used stairs because we live in a ranch home, and Phil knew this. Despite my expressing concern, he forced my puppy to the stairs instead of gently leading, took my puppy higher up the stairs and then let go of his leash. My puppy jumped down at least six concrete steps onto a concrete surface and landed awkwardly on his leg. He was clearly frightened and panicking. I also had to tell Phil that he was standing on my puppy's back paw. Phil also knew that my puppy had been dealing with separation anxiety and that we had been actively working on it. When my puppy became excited and barked, Phil placed him alone in a utility/closet area. When my puppy panicked, Phil said, "There is the separation anxiety coming out," and then turned off the light and left him locked in the dark room. I also had concerns about the facility, including the availability and condition of drinking water, slippery flooring, and whether vaccination status was actually being verified for all dogs attending. Based on what I personally witnessed, I was extremely uncomfortable with the handling and training methods and did not feel that my puppy was in the hands of someone I could trust. I will not be returning or continuing training with Phil. MY RESPONSE TO PHIL' S RESPONSE: His response does not address the specific conduct I described or the reason I will never bring my puppy back to this facility. He explains his "general" approach to stairs, but that is not what happened. He knew my puppy had never used stairs. I expressed my concern. He took him higher up the stairs, and then RELEASED HIS LEASH. My puppy subsequently jumped down at least six concrete steps onto a concrete floor and landed awkwardly on his leg while clearly frightened and panicking. I also had to tell him he was standing on his back paw. Saying that he used this procedure with "countless puppies and dogs" does not change what he did to my puppy. Likewise, his description of his training philosophy does not address the most disturbing part of the session. He knew my PUPPY had separation anxiety and that we had been actively working on it. When he became distressed after being isolated IN A UTILITY CLOSET BY PHIL who thought this was a good way to teach him to stop barking when he was excited, he identified it as his separation anxiety and then TURNED OFF THE LIGHT AND LEFT HIM LOCKED IN A DARK UTILITY ROOM WHILE HE WAS PANICKING AND AFRAID. That is exactly what I witnessed and is completely inconsistent with how I expect ANY puppy or dog with known separation anxiety or not to be handled. OUTRAGEOUS AND CRUEL! Regarding water and vaccinations, my review accurately described my personal observations and concerns at the facility and what I was and was not asked to provide. THERE WAS NO FRESH WATER FOR THE DOGS AND NO VACCINATION RECORDS WERE CHECKED OR VERIFIED. This review is not about whether he uses choke collars, e-collars, pinch collars, yelling, or leash corrections. I did not accuse him of using those things. The issue is POOR JUDGEMENT, handling, and how Phil responded to a young, inexperienced dog who was frightened and whose known anxiety had been disclosed to him in advance. He refunded my payment, but a refund DOES NOT CHANGE what occurred during the session or my resulting loss of confidence in his ability to safely handle ANY PUPPY OR DOG. I stand by my review. I witnessed what I described, I made my concerns clear at the time, and based on that experience, I chose not to return.

With an energetic puppy, it can be hard to find a safe, controlled environment where they can…read moresocialize and learn. We tried PetSmart classes, but they weren't a good fit for our high-energy girl. Happy Hound puppy classes were the perfect blend of play and training, helping Cora build confidence in herself and around other dogs. Thank you Mary and Happy Hound!

Outstanding results. Fun experience! The training theory is so logical but not what humans get…read morewithout guidance. Having work with many training theories in the past, happy hounded/Mary Thompson and Phil, have a superior approach to puppy training. My vet who I have known since kindergarten and for whom I have the deepest respect also notes that this is where she sends dogs/humans when they are behavioral issues. I trust her and truly believe this is the right place to go.

Such a great place to board your fur-babies. Mark, Abby and the entire team take the best care of…read morethe dogs as if they were their own. We trust them implicitly with both our dogs. Meadows is the standard now. All the good things.

The Meadows Dog House is a home away from home for my 14 year old Wheaten. She has been there for…read moredaycare and was also recently boarded for several days. I never worry when she is with Mark and his caring staff. Gizmo comes home tired and happy! She gets lots of love and attention whether she is there for a day or several. Being an elderly dog, she has lots of medications that need a competent adult to administer when she is boarded. Truly it's a lot of extra work! No problem for the Meadows Dog House! I cannot recommend this facility enough!

I can't say enough good things about this doggie day care! They care so very much for our fur…read morebabies! The staff is amazing Micky and Karen make the best MOMS and owners. You know when you leave your pups there, they're in the best hands! Boarding is gentle and kind for everyone involved. Daycare is fun and safe for our 4 legged kids. My Luigi loves everyone there.

We've brought our pittie to get bathed/ nails trimmed by Christina and have always been impressed…read morewith her work. This is the first time I can comment on her scissor work as we've been watching a family member's golden retriever for the past week. Charlie was overdue for a groom and Christina worked her magic! He came back bathed, trimmed, nails done, ears cleaned, and blow dried in an hour! Christina was able to turn his gremlin feet into the most beautifully shaped paws I've ever seen. I'm so incredibly impressed and would recommend her and PPR for all of your pup's needs!

We have been using Northbrook Pet Nannies for over a year and Melissa provides excellent services…read morein our home. We have a Bernese Mountain Dog and a French Bulldog - who are obviously very different in terms of both personality and their needs. This past 8 nights, one of her employees Jim stayed overnight in our home with the dogs. He texted me to let me know how things were going regularly and he seemed to genuinely love spending time with the dogs. Our Berner can be stubborn so I typically tell the dog sitters not to walk her, but Jim took both of them on walks daily in order to keep them out of the messy yard. We returned home to 2 calm dogs, without any issues! We joked that the house looks cleaner than when we left - he definitely took care of cleaning up after the messy dogs (which I don't usually expect!) Melissa is great in responding for last minute visits if we are out unexpectedly and now we feel that when it's time for vacation, we can go again without worrying about the dogs!

We love Northbrook Pet Nannies! Melissa and Jenna are wonderful people, and they love our dog…read moreIzzy. They are the most trustworthy and dependable people imaginable. At first meeting, you'll be struck by their warmth, kindness, and re-assurance. We were afraid to leave our new doggie when we went out of town, but they called us with updates and provided her with the best care. After trying a few different kennels, we are most happy and confident with Northbrook Pet Nannies. Give them a try, you'll be thrilled (and your pet will be too!)