Sally has been training our dog since she was just three months old, and I truly can't imagine…read moregetting through puppyhood without her. She is patient, incredibly knowledgeable, and always up to date on the best training approaches, but what makes her especially amazing is how deeply she genuinely cares. Because of Sally, our dog is so well mannered, everyone we meet comments on how well behaved our dog is. That's a direct reflection of her consistency and dedication. Sally has been there for us through training, boarding, board-and-train, and daycare, and I have never once worried about leaving our dog in her hands. Her place truly feels like our dog's second home, and that kind of trust means everything. Her assistant, Sam, is also wonderful, kind, attentive, and clearly just as caring with the dogs. They also go above and beyond with enrichment and socializing, taking the dogs on walks, to dog parks, and even on beach outings. Thanks to the socialization and experiences they provide, our dog's confidence has grown so much. One of the sweetest things Sally did was throw a birthday party at daycare for our girl's first birthday and her dog friends. It was such a special memory and just shows how much love she puts into what she does. If you're looking for someone who will love your dog as much as you do, Sally is your person. I highly recommend her! Thank you Sally and Sam!

Sally has been working with our golden retriever since she was a puppy, and the results speak for…read morethemselves -- we have a confident, well-mannered dog who's a joy to be around. What sets Sally apart is the range of what she offers. We've used her for training, boarding, board-and-train, and daycare, and the quality and care have been consistently excellent across all of it. She's knowledgeable, stays current on the latest training methods, and genuinely loves the dogs in her care. You can tell the difference between someone going through the motions and someone who treats your dog like their own -- Sally is the latter. Highest recommendation without hesitation.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Shawn is an absolute livesaver!…read more Our dog is so well behaved now! Instead of being embarrassed when friends come over, we are so proud to show off our calm, friendly guy. I am so thankful she was reccomended to us by a friend who also had successwith their dog through Mind Body Dog. Not only has Shawn changed the life of our dog for the better, but also us as a family! Shawn was able to understand and communicate with our dog immediately. She showed him great boundaries in a positive way that he could understand. No harsh corrections or fear based training. We were naive and had multiple "trainers" attempt to train him with no success. Now, our dog has proper boundaries, is much more relaxed and comfortable because we found the right person. She also trained US how to show proper guidance for him. Who would have known that not only did the dog need training, but we did too! Hands down, Shawn is the best trainer out there. We reccomend anyone having an issue, wanting to brush up on training, or even if you just want to teach your old dog new tricks - Shawn at Mind Body Dog is you and your dog's best friend. Thank you, Shawn!

I just adopted my first dog (after having dogs in the family, this is much different) and she's a…read moresweet but very anxious dog. I wasn't sure what to do and having Shawn help me identify the behaviors of fearful dogs and give me tips on how to bring her out of her shell, my dog has made huge strides in only a couple weeks. Shawn was COVID respectful when she came over for an in-house visit and I felt safe the entire time. You can tell she is in this business to help dogs and their owners and to help everyone be healthy and happy. I can't wait to keep working with her!

Top-Tier Master Trainer! Brett transforms crazy dogs by training the owners.My German Shepherd,…read moreLucy, was in a shelter for over four months before I got her at around eight months old, so you can imagine how completely chaotic, spastic, and misbehaved she was. I was entirely overwhelmed and at my wit's end trying to manage her behaviors. When I hired Brett, I'll admit I fought him along the way on some of the training protocols--but in the end, he was correct about EVERYTHING. The most vital thing for difficult or frustrated dog owners to understand is that Brett's training isn't just about fixing the dog; it is primarily about training YOU, the owner. He provides an exceptional structure and leadership framework, but it only works if you are willing to check your own habits, get on board, and consistently follow through as a pack leader. His methods are incredibly kind, humane, and highly effective at correcting severe behavioral issues. Today, I am so incredibly happy with how my once-crazy dog has turned out. Thanks to Brett, Lucy is a wonderful companion who listens perfectly, handles major environment changes like moving to Downtown LA beautifully, and doesn't react to other people or animals anymore. Having her in my life has truly become the amazing journey I always hoped it would be. If you are willing to put in the work on your end, Brett is absolutely the best master trainer you can find!

Brett is fantastic. We have worked with many different trainers to help with our rescue pup Teddy…read more(3.5, labradoodle) with little to no lasting success and we were starting to worry. Teddy a sweet pup but struggled with anxiety, reactivity, resource guarding and was VERY sensitive to being touched and would often lash out or try to bite. We were really worried about how to help him and how to curb some of these bad habits we'd no doubt reinforced with our own behavior. When I called Brett for the initial consult, he was patient, understanding but also honest and direct about the time and effort it would take and the changes we would have to make to have a real impact. We were open to the feedback and committed to making a change in and out of our home. WOW. We've been working with Brett consistently for 3 months and Teddy is like a new dog. He is calmer, happier, more obedient, and much more confident and tolerate of being touched (especially on sensitive areas like his paws!). Our friends and family have all been shocked at the noticeable difference in Teddy's overall demeanor (happier and calmer!) and behavior. Our groomer asked us what had changed as he was so much calmer and happier to deal with. I want to be clear this is no "magic pill" we put in the work but with Brett's guidance and structure, we cannot believe the results. Teddy is of course still a work in progress and we have more work to do, but seeing the progress he's made in such a short amount of time with Brett's thoughtful approach has been so exciting. Brett truly understands dogs and their psychology and this makes him a true expert. Just know that part of the training process is training your pup but also training yourself to adjust your own behaviors to create a positive outcome long term for everyone. We cannot recommend Brett enough!!!

We enrolled in Jacqueline's (LA's Dog Trainer!) Introductory Classes for our two Mini Sheepadoodle…read morepuppies this summer and we were thrilled with the class and the results. Jacqueline clearly knows her way around ALL animals - but she specializes in dogs and puppies. She handled our two little pups with the utmost in care - but also gave them both a solid foundation on which to build for future training and classes. Training for all puppies is a continuous process... and we're looking forward to more exciting and fun classes with Jacqueline and her team - she truly IS "LA's Dog Trainer"!

We just had our first private, in-home session with Jacqueline, and it went great! We recently…read morebrought home a new 6-month-old puppy into a household with a spoiled 13-year-old dog. Life at home is very different now with their opposite personalities, and after a few behavioral issues, we knew it was time to bring in a specialist. We are so happy we picked Jackie. She taught us how to properly control and correct those difficult moments. We will definitely be signing up for more sessions, as we were extremely pleased with everything we learned in just one hour. Our priority is making sure both dogs are happy together, as they bring so much joy to our family.

This is the second time I've used this company because Hudson did such a great job with my two male…read moredogs, when I found myself bringing home an energetic one year old female, my first thought was to get Hudson over here to help me. And after only one meeting with him, I'm very glad that's what I did. He gave me a clear and understandable plan, each part of which made perfect sense. And while I have to get some equipment, like gates in doorways to keep my older dogs apart from the new baby, the suggestions Hudson made that I could implement immediately are all helping our new addition be in more comfortable and happy.

I have met with Hudson twice now and continue to see good results with my dog. Hudson is patient,…read moresuper knowledgeable, and really connects with her. My dog is somewhat distrustful of people she does not know, and can react badly during walks, but Hudson had her doing simple tricks in a calm manner and gave me the tips and tone to continue in his absence. In two short months, I have seen great improvement in my dog's attitude and focus. I will continue to follow Hudson's training advice on a daily basis and look forward to working with him in the future.

when we started Zoom Room, I wore gloves on walks to protect my hands from when my large dog…read moredragged me around. I was nervous to see dogs on walks due to his reactivity and even though he was an angel at home, sweet as pie, gentle and obedient - taking him out anywhere was not fun for him nor for me. Zoom Room changed all that. Now we use a handsfree leash. No more 'no pull harness', just a flat collar. I take him anywhere and he's improved so much in terms of reactivity. we are not perfect in terms of dog neutrality yet but WOW we have come so far. I take him to Runyon and Fryman, which I would have never done before due to all the dogs. I'm excited now when I see dogs, to help him practice making good decisions. I couldn't have done this without Alex and Justin. We've done a combo of Agility, Obedience, Loose Leash Hiking and Calm Down classes. We continue to work everyday and put into practice what we learn in class. Thank you Zoom Room for helping us so much and making life so much more enjoyable.

I am writing a review after just receiving Orientation today and a quick tour of the facility, My…read morepuppy has not had any training yet with Zoom Room. Upon parking I did note that there is very little parking in the back, I think I just got lucky to get the spot directly in front of the door in the back of the building, and I did find myself wondering what would parking be like during class time, I read in other reviews that some people have to walk from farther away because of the parking situation. I entered and thought it would be quite a small building, but actually the facility is quite spacious. They have one large room (with no windows) that they use for Private training sessions, and then they have the main large space where all their training classes take place and large windows. The facility is very clean and impressive and I saw the trainer playing ball with one of the dogs who was so well behaved which was nice to see as an example of what my puppy could be like when she grows up. The way it seems to work is you have to buy packages to be able to get credits to sign up for classes. Then you can use the website or you can call to ask to book the classes. One qualm I have is since they don't have a structured program where you show up weekly for classes, it means anyone can just jump in at any time. I think the concept of not being forced to do a weekly class makes sense, but at the same time for a puppy who needs structure and direction in addition to socialization, I do want something structured. If the classes fill up fast and get waitlisted, that must mean that some people don't get to train their dog that week? I wouldn't want to miss learning something with her and be forced to wait for another class or forced to take private classes to make up for it. I wish that I can purchase just one credit and try one class to see how it is before committing to a whole package. I do love that zoom room has so many classes to choose from though, including play time, socialization, agility, and sometimes they do nose work classes. I would love to do all of those. I am still researching training facilities and if I decide to use Zoom Room which is on my top three list of options, then I will update in the future how my experience goes.

When I get lucky...I get LUCKY! I found this amazing group…read moreof people off of Yelp, and the 5 Star rating is 100% deserved. I have two pups: Archie and Charlie. I want the best for my puppies, so I asked so many different people where and how they trained their dogs. I received a few suggestions, but decided to do my own search...and I'm glad I did. Leo (Owner) and his amazing team of trainers TRULY care about the pups they train. Leo came to my home and wanted to meet me and my pups before I had to decide on making any decisions. After sitting down with him for about half an hour, I knew I found what I was looking for: Someone who wants me to have healthy and happy dogs. I signed up for the in-home training at first which is Leo coming to the house and training me on how to train my puppies (Archie and Charlie just turned 6 months and started with Leo and his team when they were 4.5). Very quickly, I realized I could not handle training both these puppies the way they needed to be trained. I discussed with Leo and decided to do a Board & Train. I like the schedule because I get to take the puppies on the weekends to spend time with me. Don't get me wrong, you NEED to train your pups on the weekends, but it's worth it and FUN. Archie has become the Puppy King (no offense to other puppies or their owners )). Charlie has a lot more energy, but has improved immensely! Leo's trainers are so caring. I feel my dogs get love with their training when they're not with me, and I couldn't ask for more. I see their excitement whenever I visit about improvements and milestones that Archie and Charlie achieved. They gleam with as much pride as I do. I honestly don't know where my pups OR I would be without the help of this AMAZING Team! If I could give 10 stars out of 5 stars, I would!

A week after we brought our adopted pitbull puppy home, we felt completely helpless when she…read morestarted peeing in the house, biting everything, crying in the crate nonstop, etc. We reached out to a few dog trainers on Yelp and Kelev K9 replied right away. A few minutes later Leo called us and asked questions about the situation. Some basic tips he gave us over the phone saved our sanity until he came to our house a few days later for a free consultation. The consultation made it clear how experienced and passionate Leo is about dog training, so we decided to sign with him that same day. After one session we felt much more confident in training our dog and saw the "light at the end of the tunnel". Over the past 5 months and four training sessions, we have seen day and night improvement in her behavior. If you feel lost and out of control with how to train your dog or want to continue their training, Kelev K9 should be your first call. Leo is always ready to help out with any questions or concerns we have by text or phone call. Pricing is also extremely fair and was a worthwhile investment for us because we have our sanity back and have bonded so deeply with our dog through training. Thank you so much Leo, Breanna, and the whole team at Kelev K-9!

We love this place & the trainers! Best boarding experience we've ever had & it shows in our dogs…read moreexcitement when they realize we are pulling onto the ranch. It is like summer camp for dogs, with a ranch style yard, swimming & hiking. Our dogs used to shake when we dropped them off at the boarders or groomers, but here they run straight to the back & don't even look back! What I love about the ranch as opposed to other boarders is that I know the dogs are continuously socialized & stimulated. They don't sit in isolated rooms, where you have to pay extra for socializing or play time. They get a lot of exercise -- you can pay for hikes or training sessions during boarding. And like the name says: it's affordable!! So I don't worry about the cost or impact of long-term boarding on my pocket or my dog. Which really helps with our busy traveling lifestyle. After using these trainers/boarders over the years, they've become like second parents to our dogs. I know they get love, belly rubs/pets, & treats. We receive photos of the dogs and can see how truly happy they are on the ranch. I fully trust them with my fur babies! We found Affordable Dog training when rescuing an aggressive/defensive large dog; he had issues with toy possession, trust issues, hand biting & sensitive areas from previous abuse. The trainers helped us with training in our house, at the ranch, & out in real-life situations. They recommended the best tools to help, like slip leads, short leashes & shock collars for training. We really saw the dog's demeanor change over training & every time we picked him up from the ranch he was more trusting & loving. We had a second dog with somewhat opposite behavioral issues: dog aggression on leash, pulling & defensiveness of owner. They knew exactly how to help in this case too! They helped teach us how to manage the two very different behavioral issues. I cannot recommend them enough!!! 100/10 best trainers & boarders you can find in the SF Valley & surrounding area.

I have tried a number of different dog trainers, both in person and online and no one was able to…read moreteach me how to deal with my dog Buddy's incessant barking and of aggression towards little children among other embarrassing behaviors. Gregg came over and within two visits he had my dog completely changed from a nervous lunatic to a sweet confident loving dog. He gave us practical tips on dealing with a static collar and various other aids. Now I'm able to take buddy to crowded cafés, walking down the street and going in and out of a crowded elevator. He's literally a new dog.! We just wasted five years before figuring out the secret. Gregg is patient and very knowledgeable about dog behavior. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who would like to have a well trained dog.

Shay was super responsive and I cannot believe how far our dog has come from just one session! Our…read moredog is nervous and reactive to noises (especially the doorbell and tv) and she gave us several tips in our session that we can continue to work on as homework. Seeing the immediate behavioral changes and his now calm demeanor made us wish we found Shay sooner! I can't believe it just took one session to see such a change! Highly recommend

I highly recommend Shay. 3 months ago, I adopted a…read moreRidgeback/Husky mix from the shelter. It's my first dog and I didn't realize the breed isn't an energy match for me and my cats. Shay spent time assessing his behavior and what was best for him and looked at everything from the standpoint of his welfare, which I love. She gave me very specific advice and also taught me so much more about the dog world. In a way that makes so much sense, I really wish I had the knowledge she gave before I went to the shelter. Don't hesitate calling her if you're like me and you're at your wits end and don't know what to do. She's a great teacher, and has a lot of valuable knowledge about animal behavior and communication. I recommend her and will be using her services in the future if I need it.

We absolutely love Good Dog K9 Training and Adele! She is amazing and clearly truly loves what she…read moredoes. We learned so much from her, and our rescue dog absolutely loves her! The training sessions are informative, practical, and fun. Adele has such a great personality and is incredibly patient and encouraging. We also had a private lesson that was so helpful, and we love the weekly pack walks--they're such a fun way to keep practicing what we've learned. We really appreciate that Adele teaches the humans, too, and expects us to practice between lessons. It has made such a difference for us and our dog. We highly recommend Good Dog K9 Training!

Since my dog is looking at me with that insistent stare that says we've got about 30 seconds to…read moreleave on a walk, here's my five-word review of Adelita's Good Dog K9 group training (before an entirely different task vaults to the top of my to-do list): Easy. Friendly. Caring. Insightful. Fun. Okay, six: Successful. Now if you'll excuse me, we're gonna go practice our leash manners.