I found Happy Dog Obedience on Yelp and feel so lucky to have connected with Dawn! She worked with…read moremy Pom-Pug, Titus, over the course of five lessons--and the progress has been incredible. From the very first session, Titus was immediately receptive to Dawn. She has such a calm, confident presence and a clear gift for connecting with dogs. What really set her apart, though, is that she didn't just train Titus--she trained me, too. Once she showed me how to properly work with him using clear, consistent commands and rewards, everything clicked into place. The improvement in his behavior has been fast and honestly kind of amazing. Dawn is patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about setting you and your dog up for long-term success. I can't recommend her enough--if you're looking for a trainer who really knows what she's doing, look no further than Happy Dog Obedience!

Our 11-month old, Sadie, just completed puppy training through Happy Dog Basic Obedience with Dawn…read moreLawrence. Dawn's gentle, loving methods guided both Sadie and us through the commands sit, down, stay, look, and leash walking. She answered all of our questions which went well beyond the scope of the training. We learned that we (the family) were in training right alongside Sadie. Dawn has been training animals most of her life and understands their behavior. She immediately and correctly assessed Sadie's personality, which she then aligned with her personalized training. We appreciate Dawn's patient, gentle methods and are thrilled with Sadie's progress! We can't wait to begin the Good Citizen program in a couple of months!

Emily's knowledge and training is second to none. We recently completed training with an…read moreaggressive dog that we had. She showed us how to increase the dogs confidence, how to control the environment, and adjust the dogs resource guarding tendency. The stress level at our home is almost nonexistent now thanks to Emily

I went to see her for the CGC exam, and we went through all 10 parts. My dog did a great job with…read morejust a few prompts. She tried to nitpick a couple of things, but nothing major. The only part he couldn't complete was staying alone for 3 minutes with the evaluator--which, from my understanding, can be waived since he's my service dog. Then she claimed he failed three portions, which was simply not true. I was so upset I asked her to redo the test. She ran through everything on camera again, and he did great. Then she brought out another dog and started clicking while bringing it over--something no trainer should do. My dog gave a subtle growl but stayed in place. She jumped on that, said he failed, refused to continue the evaluation, and tried to push me into training with her. What a crook. If you use her, I promise issues will come up eventually. I paid $75 for that evaluation, and my dog passed the test with flying colors. WHAT A CROOK! FKIN SCAMMER. I thought I replied to her comment, but I sent her a message directly, so I am sharing with you what I said to her. Please work to uphold the integrity of the business: She contradicted herself, calling my dog sweet while claiming "aggression" was the issue. He passed every requirement except the 3-minute stay, which she refused to complete. Yes, he whined, but the entire interaction felt off from the start. Thank you for the refund, but it was well deserved. The whole process was shady--you were clearly ready to fail him. Completely inappropriate.

My 11-month-old dog, Bingo, wrapped up his adult 6-week board and train program at Ohana K9 Academy…read moretoday, and I have nothing but great things to say about my experience. My dog is not just a pet, he is part of our family, so the thought of him being away from me Monday through Friday with strangers and only home on the weekends was absolutely nerve-wracking. The staff and owner, Bo, made this a great experience for both me and my dog. They explained every step of the process, shared daily updates and pictures, and provided excellent care for him while he was there. Bingo learned so much during this training program and has made tremendous improvements. I am more than satisfied with the services provided by Ohana K9 Academy. It was by far one of the best investments I could have made for my dog. I was so impressed that I have already recommended them to friends and family. I plan on scheduling more advanced training sessions for him in the near future, and I already have some daycare and boarding days scheduled. If you are considering training for your dog, check them out. You will not regret it!

These guys are awesome! Been working with Louie for 6 weeks now, such a great guy and a puppy…read moretrainer. He knows his stuff for sure, not just him but this place is filled with knowledgeable, great people that will make sure you're puppies are well taken care of and they're always on top of keeping me posted of everything that's happening. I highly recommend Ohana K9 to everyone that has a puppy! They got my pups on point, everyone that sees my how my puppies behaves, are always very impressed by how good and obedient they are. Next up will be the off leash training with them! Very soon! Here's a pic of one of our pups, she graduated today. Our other baby is still in training.

I had the pleasure of putting my dog "Toast" in Justin's care for three weeks. I was planning on…read moretraining my dog from the start, but lagged. My wife and I bought a camper van and plan on doing some week long trips and maybe longer. I wasn't confident that Toast had the skills to deal with dogs when they approached. I needed help! Off Leash K9 Trainer Justin was just what we needed. He was professional and has a personality I was looking for to help Toast. Toast is a mixed breed and has quite a "personality". I was in over my head at first. Not! anymore. After 3 weeks with Justin she has turned into a very responsive dog. Follows commands. Isn't aggressive towards dogs on the street anymore. It was so embarrassing to walk her during the day. I resorted to night walks. When I met Justin after her time in training he helped me understand Toast better and couldn't be more pleased with the dog I have now. If the training didn't work she was going up to adoption. Cruel? I know. We can not rave enough about the experience we had. If you're in the same boat as we were, it's worth every penny! "5"

Had a great experience sending our dog for the two week board and train. Our trainer Justin…read moreaddressed all of our concerns, answered all our questions and responded very quickly. We've had our dog back for about a week now and she is listening so much better. I've been able to take her on walks with a stroller, no pulling or tripping. She's been more interested in our kids petting her and playing with her. Overall very happy with the training and happy we had Justin as her trainer!

MWhen we realized our 3 month old puppy Moose wasn't ready for a week long trip in Yosemite, we…read morewere thankful to find Your Pro Dog Trainer and their board and train program. They answered all of our questions and made us feel at ease in making the decision to leave our new puppy with them. They sent regular updates and photos during his stay. We were given homework to continue his training at home. Upon returning home, we quickly realized our pup was much more focused and receptive to following our lead. He has also shown increased socialization skills with other dogs and people. Your Pro Dog Trainer even followed up with us regarding our pup's transition upon returning home. I highly recommend them. They seem to have it all figured out and are truly worth every penny!

They were quick to respond in sending a dog trainer to my house and both people who came were nice…read more However, the training wasn't informative. I believe the main person who was doing the evaluation was being given on the job training. Since then I went to another dog trainer who gave more useful advice. I didn't expect my dogs to be trained in one session but the evaluation and advice given were very vague (information I could look up online). Other reviews mention Rebecca being an amazing trainer. Our experience wasn't with her and maybe I would fee different if we were to have worked with Rebecca.

If you would like help training your new, head-strong puppy, I highly recommend Florenza, the…read moreowner of Rooby-Doo Canine Academy in Fresno. She emphasizes the importance of timing and consistency when training a dog. Our puppy got off to a good start boarding with her for three weeks of training before we took over. Teaching us, the owners, what we needed to learn to continue the training she had started, Florenza broke down our tasks into small steps and watched, either in person, via a video or on zoom, as we worked to emulate what she had taught us. She is very good about staying in touch, always writes follow-up notes and answers all questions. In addition, she a very nice person.

Both of my dogs Geralt and jack have both been in training with florenza and she is very talented…read moreand a special trainer and teacher. She has also taught me as well and I have learned so much from her. Florenza has taught us all the way from obedience, trick training, and scent detection as well as sport work! We are very advanced now but all because we had the best teacher and mentor. She is very knowledgeable and detailed oriented as well as only wants what's best for you and your dog. She really cares and it shows! You will have to put time and hard work into training but she helps guide you and makes you such a better dog handler! Thank you so much for not giving up on us and giving us the knowledge and skills I needed to help further my dogs training. Your simply the best!

Thanks Gwynn for a wonderful grooming experience for our little Shih Tzu. Cooper went in a…read moreragamuffin but after an awesome grooming- came out a Star!

I have been going to Star Mutts for about 7 years. It is a bit of a drive for me, but I really…read moreregretted trying the place closer to my house and quickly returned to Star Mutts! This is not just a "turn 'em & burn 'em" kind of business. It is literally a family that loves dogs, cares about the dog parents and loves what they are doing. Thank you Star Mutts! I appreciate you!

Sarka is friendly and loving toward my dog, and patient with me as I learn to better communicate…read morewith him. She is available to answer any questions I have about our lesson.

From the owner: At Be in Control Dog Training, our mission is to empower you to build a strong, trusting, and…read morelifelong relationship with your dog. We believe that effective training isn't just about teaching commands; it's about understanding and communicating with your canine companion so that both of you can thrive. Located in Selma, California, we are proud to serve a wide range of surrounding communities. Whether you've just welcomed a new puppy into your home or are navigating the challenging "teenage" years, we understand the joys and frustrations of dog ownership. We have a special soft spot for puppies and young dogs—their innocence and pure joy are what we live for. ​ Our Approach We specialize in helping owners like you feel confident and in control, no matter the situation. We focus on positive, relationship-based methods that teach your dog to make good choices and strengthen the bond you share. This approach ensures your dog is not just obedient, but a happy and well-adjusted member of the family. We offer a variety of personalized services, from foundational puppy training to advanced obedience and behavior solutions. We will work with you to create a customized training plan that fits your goals and your dog's unique personality.

I've had the pleasure of knowing Renee for a couple of years and couldn't wait to train with her…read moreonce I got my dream puppy, which finally happened this year! She has been a warm source of encouragement and support throughout the puppy raising process. Most recently we trained with her in preparation for taking the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test which my puppy then passed with flying colors. It's such a relief to have someone knowledgeable, experienced, and competent to help us reach our training goals. Renee has also been wonderfully understanding of my disability and willing to accommodate and adapt the training sessions as needed. Looking forward to training with her for years to come!

We are so pleased with the training our Labradoodle pup received from Renee Cardoza, owner and…read moretrainer of Savoir Faire Dog Training. From our very first session, it was clear that Renee has a remarkable talent for connecting with dogs and understanding their unique personalities. Renee Cardoza utilized positive reinforcement techniques that made learning enjoyable for our pup and we saw remarkable progress in a very short period of time. Not only did our pup master essential commands and manners, he also became more confident and socialized. Renee provided us with valuable tips, both during our training sessions and in a follow up weekly email that included a review of our session, a review of the strategies for our "homework", and video links to illustrate the data's lesson. Impressive! Renee has empowered us to further the learning at home. We highly recommend Renee to anyone looking for a skilled and compassionate dog trainer!

Apparently my yelp account was deleted. I previously posted that I took my dog to Lauren for…read moretraining and she was very knowledgeable and had a great personality. My dog loved her. He made so much progress it was unbelievable. I still deal with dog aggression with him but that's something I need to continuously work on. I would 100% recommend her for your dog training and she's very flexible!

From the owner: Hello!! My name is…read moreLauren and I own Small Town Board N Train. I believe that all dogs are unique and different in their own special way and need a training plan that is geared towards them!