Mary is a fantastic trainer and working with her has been one of the best decisions we have made…read morefor us and our Great Dane, Gigi. Training with Mary first began when Gigi, then 3 months old, was biting my boyfriend and I excessively and showing early signs of dominant behavior. Mary helped us to completely curb this behavior through a variety of techniques but most of all, it was general obedience training that turned Gigi's behavior around. Even after Gigi's pleasant temperament was established, we kept up with Mary's training to bring Gigi to her utmost potential as a companion dog. Gigi is now a great listener who walks well on leash and has amazing recalls off leash. She is so in tune to us at all times, which has enabled us to fully trust and enjoy her in any situation. Whether she's indoors or outdoors, on leash or off leash, with other dogs around or without- Gigi is perfectly obedient. She has become everything we could have hoped for in a dog plus more, and it's all because of the training that we did with Mary. For a bit more about Mary and less about Gigi, Mary has many great qualities that are essential in a dog trainer. To start with, she is kind, intelligent, and articulate. Her explanations and lessons are constructive and easy to understand, which are both important since she's really training you on how to train your dog. She's also highly experienced and knowledgeable of all things related to dogs and dog training, which allows her to get the very best results out of your dog. She has a keen ability to assess you and your dog's training and know what tweaks and modifications need to be made, or if a new method should be tried altogether. She is also very adaptable to your needs and concerns and can tailor training accordingly. Last but not least, Gigi absolutely loves her! I could go on and on but in short- if you're reading this review and considering a trainer for your dog, definitely call Mary. Despite the time, effort, and cost that training requires, you'll get so much out of it over the life of your dog that it will surely be worth it. You and your dog will also have fun along the way too. Thanks again, Mary! Steffanie, Cody, & Gigi

I was referred to Bark Busters by a good friend that specifically recommended Andy…read more This experience has been not only wonderful but life-saving for me. I am a first-time dog owner and was completely clueless on how to properly train a puppy. Andy was amazing. He created a plan, showed me exactly what to do and even shared his contact information for me to continue to update him on progress and to ask further questions. He still supports me and my pup on his continuous growth. I would highly recommend Bark Busters and I assure you it is well worth the investment!

Hi. Let me start out by saying Please forgive all typos and grammar errors as this isn't what my…read morereview is about. I come to tell you all the truth as to what my experience with Bark Busters is like. I got in touch with Bark Buster on August 15, 2021. What sold me on them is the guarantee life time of your dog. My puppy at meeting his trainer was a little over 9 months old. The trainer is Andy who was extremely nice. As that is to be expected when you're charging $1400 and you're trying to make a sell which I bought. Although he did give a $55 discount. Well, the truth of the matter is I feel like a fool to have given up that much money for what I received. Andy, as sweet and as professional as he was didn't do much. He gave my husband and I this sound to make which is "egh". You know like you would say to a child when they're about to get into something they shouldn't, or that could harm them. Anyway, that was it. Although Andy mentioned that we could call or text him and he said texting would be better. When I did, I felt I was being made the reason for why my dog is not doing what I want him to do. For the cost, I feel the trainer should contact you at least once a month to see how training is coming along and or make a monthly house visit to reinforce his training. Also in my opinion and what's happening in our house is, my husband and I have taken notice that your puppy will pretty much follow you and if you just be patient enough you will see his/her progress or him/her growing up as they get older mimicking your household. Needlessly to say, we probably used that "egh" sound for maybe a week when we thought about using it which wasn't often. Not because my puppy wasn't just being a pup but that you just didn't think about it. I don't know if the fact of living in SE, DC had or has any bearing on how my visitations we're going to be but after reading some other reviews, I see Andy came out somewhat frequently to you. My bottom line is keep your money. I just gave you the word to use if you choose too. Or as I stated earlier just be patient and the pooch will fall in line in time. Also, I went on the Better Business Bureau website to file a complaint and to let people know of this company's practice. What I found on the BBB website is that I'm not alone in my complaint and it's state wide. From state to states. Check it out for yourself. I know some would probably call this buyer's remorse and you would be right. However, if just a little more was done for my money then there would be no need for the negative review. Best wishes to you and your good boy (s) or girl (s). Save your money! I wish I had and that someone would have put this information out there for me. Also, Andy asked me to give a good review on our first day of meeting. I told him that I would. However, from my practice I'm in the habit of waiting to see how things go before giving a review this way you'll get the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. Most things are always good in the beginning or at first meeting but how is the follow through? This is what people want and need to know. Save your money and enjoy your ball of fur! Bye.

We recently adopted a rescue dog who was in need of some basic training. We contacted Susie since…read moreshe was in the neighborhood, and she responded right away. She came to our place to meet us and the dog, and, right off the bat, she was a wealth of knowledge, picking up on cues that we would never think to notice. Our first few meetings were as educational for us as it was for the pup. She clearly has a lot of experience, and she has a direct but friendly approach that really got our dog in the mood to work. Susie is also great at providing follow-up and additional information, and checking in on our dog's progress. We feel so much more confident as dog owners knowing that Susie is just a phone call away. Can't recommend enough!

I recently rescued a former street dog who developed some anxiety in my apartment building and is…read morevery scared of men. I was struggling to help him learn basic commands and socialize around men and other dogs. Susie has really helped my dog gain confidence in his new surroundings and helped give me the tools to make my dog feel more secure. My dog loves Susie and our training sessions! I live in DC where trainers can charge an arm and a leg for services. Susie is truly passionate about helping owners train their dogs, and her rates are very reasonable. I would definitely recommend hiring her!

my dog absolutely LOVES coming to District Dogs. he has severe separation anxiety, so whenever I…read moredropped him off at other dog day camps, I had to pretend that I was going inside with him so that he would go in. At District Dogs, he doesn't even turn back to look at me- he just runs right in, which reassures me in knowing he's in good hands. The incredible staff, who actually take the opportunity to know your dogs, alone are worthy of 5 stars. The reasonable prices and webcams simply seal the deal. Let's not even get started about the adorable report cards I get every night with his picture, his demeanor and his friends of the day. One day on the webcam I noticed that he was distressed, so I called them up and they took him for a walk, which helped him a lot for the rest of the day. I cannot recommend District Dogs enough. I am so glad I found them!

My pup Cody and I attended Avi's 6 week Level I training. We both absolutely loved it. Avi's…read moreapproach to training was direct, fear free, and fun; I learned specific skills as well as underlying concepts of training; and Cody has really made progress with not jumping, attending to me, staying, and many other commands. Highly recommend this class for anyone in the area!

Leticia is an amazing dog whisperer. We have used her for dog training and regular dog walks and we…read morelove her -- and more importantly our pups do too. Her demeanor around dogs is excellent, she immediately commands their respect in a very loving way. She is also incredibly easy to work with -- very reliable and communicative. We love her. And you will too. HIGHLY recommend!

Leticia is AMAZING! She has worked with our puppies numerous times and has my vote of confidence…read more(and theirs). She is extremely friendly, easy to work with, and accommodating. More importantly, she gets FAST results! Training two puppies at once is daunting, but Leticia has made the whole process way less stressful for my partner and me, but also VERY much for our pups. Highly recommend!!

We love the Patrick's Pet Care team! We have a anxious and fearful 2.5 yo bull terrier mix. The…read morePPC team is always patient and accommodating with her- whether they are coming into our home for a walk, she goes to the PPC Brookland facility for fear-free grooming, or brings her best doggy friend with her to feel more comfortable during Enrichment 1:1 days! More than that, the PPC team is always excited to see her and take care of her as if she is their own. We wouldn't use anyone else and are so appreciative of the entire team! The webcams and report cards with pictures and video are also the best! We love to check in on her and see that she is so relaxed and having fun or snuggling with team members throughout the day!

Do NOT use their pet transportation. I just saw one of their drivers dropping a dog off at a…read morelocation and leave another inside the van with it completely OFF and it's 91 degrees outside. The dog was clearly in distress heavily panting and pawing at the window/door. The driver was gone for several minutes. I tried to call the business but was continuously re-directed through endless menus that ultimately led nowhere. I've contacted them online instead. PLEASE BEWARE Update: Per Rebeca's response, the driver did not step away "briefly". She was gone for almost 10 minutes and it was 90+ degrees outside. On top of that, when I finally got a response from them via email the following day, they indicated the "dog compartment had the AC was on 4" - well, the dog was not in the dog compartment. In fact, it was sitting in the passenger seat of the van with no protection, car seat, or restraint of any kind. Another red flag. Furthermore, as I waited for the driver to come back in case the dog went into greater distress and someone needed to take action to save his life, I was repeatedly calling their phone number and went through EVERY menu option just trying to find someone to talk to. In their email response, they also indicated that the dog was panting because it's "naturally anxious" - I don't know about you, but I would also be incredibly anxious if I were left alone in a steaming hot vehicle without knowing what's going on. I also have an anxious dog and there's a distinction between anxiety and overheating/borderline heat stroke panting. If the dog's owner being dropped off couldn't meet them at that moment, perhaps they should've gone to drop the second dog off first and then come back. Disappointing one customer is a lot better than putting a dog in a life-threatening situation. I would also recommend re-evaluating drop off communication procedures and scheduling. I can't speak for their other services, but please, please, think twice about using their pet transportation. All it takes is a few minutes for tragedy to strike, and at the end of the day, it's your fur baby, not theirs.

UnderDogs has been wonderful for our Mt. Pleasant, DC family. Setting up a consultation was easy to…read moreschedule and Sam got us set up in the system (which is very user-friendly!) quickly. The operation has a distinct small-business feel with competitive rates for the neighborhood. There are no hidden fees and you can cancel/schedule afternoon walks as late as the morning of. You can join even if you just need the occasional walk, or if you need walks every day. We have not had any cancellations or scheduling difficulties, which is such a relief after many last minute cancellations with Wag before we started with UnderDogs. They have been communicative and understanding through COVID-19 and give us the opportunity to pay our walker directly even if we aren't using their services. Our walker has been Kwame - while we've only met him once, our dog clearly absolutely loves him. The only downside is that, unlike Wag or other more app-based services, there's no way of knowing remotely exactly when the dog is picked up and dropped off. However, since we have no concerns about reliability of the company or walker, it has not been an issue.

This is long overdue! We used Underdogs the entirety of the time we lived in Mt. Pleasant, and…read morethey've basically helped raise our puppies. They have the same regular walker everyday, and when she comes over, our dogs are so excited to see her. The whole team is wonderful to work with. Last minute changes? No problem. Home sick and need to text the morning of? Great. I also love their boarding process. It's so nice to know your dogs are going to stay at someone's home and not boarded at some facility. When our dogs go to "Uncle Greg's", they hop right up on the couch and make themselves at home. I desperately wish they serviced our new area. Could not recommend them enough!

I recently brought my dog, Fred, to FurgetMeNot for an evaluation and a half-day of daycare, and I…read morewant to share my experience to help other pet parents make informed decisions. The evaluation fee was $25 (nonrefundable after online registration), and while the staff member who conducted it was polite, I left with the impression that she didn't particularly enjoy working with dogs. Fred is a very social, playful, and well-adjusted dog--he has attended daycare regularly since 4 months, plays comfortably with dogs of all sizes and ages, and has never been described as anxious. Despite that, I was told during the evaluation that he seemed nervous, though he was ultimately "cleared" for daycare. For his first half-day (about $36), I was told again that he was nervous and might only be suited for weekends. This didn't match the written "report card," which described him as social, well-behaved, and playing well with others. When I asked for clarification, the explanation shifted back to him being "anxious." Given Fred's long history of thriving in daycare environments, this inconsistency raised red flags. What concerns me most is not the evaluation itself, but the communication and transparency. Before the evaluation, I called to confirm whether there was weekday availability (since that's when I need care). I made it clear that if there wasn't space, I didn't want to waste time or money. Unfortunately, no one followed up, and after investing both time and nearly $60, I was told that Fred should only come on weekends. I was being "encouraged" to bring Fred only on weekends--something that doesn't meet my needs, but still generates revenue for the business. The manager would not speak to me when I came to pick up my dog and did not follow up with a phone call (I shouldn't be surprised no one ever returned a live call or voicemail before my visit....I should have stayed away). The facility itself is small, with play areas that appeared quite limited (approximately 10-15 feet across, divided into small sections with several dogs in each). While that setup may work well for some pets, it isn't what I would call spacious or enriching. It was very clean. That is the one bright spot. In short, I wish FurgetMeNot had simply been upfront about their capacity constraints. I can respect a business being full; what I can't respect is unclear communication and the suggestion that my dog's behavior was the issue when the real problem seemed to be limited weekday availability. Pet parents: if you are looking for consistent weekday daycare, I would recommend asking very directly about space before investing in their evaluation process. I personally won't be returning, as I value honesty and clear communication in any service that involves my dog. I wasted 2 days and $60 dollars on this place. Don't get scammed like me.

Yeah, it's a no for me, dawg…read more I took my dog to Fur-Get Me Not on Monday, December 9 at 3:15 PM for a daycare evaluation. Upon entry, I wasn't greeted particularly warmly by the front desk staff, but they did direct me to the person who would be completing my dog's evaluation. As the staff member, Christopher, who was actually completing my dog's evaluation was friendly and inviting, I did not think too much about the front desk staff. The evaluation cost $25 and it took about 20 minutes. Christopher took my dog to the back and had her meet other dogs and staff members. When the evaluation was over, he informed me that she had passed and answered most of my questions. I asked him what the pricing was for daycare, because it was not listed on the FAQ page that he provided me. He told me he didn't know, but that the front desk staff would be able to answer my question. After wrapping up to the evaluation, I walked over to the front desk to inquire about pricing for daycare. Keep in mind that while this is a full-service dog care facility, it seems that the main service-- or at least one of the most popular services-- that this facility provides is dog daycare. I asked the woman sitting at the desk about pricing. She told me something along the lines of, "we don't have the pricing listed on the brochure, but it is online." I then asked if she could just tell me the pricing. (I'm literally standing at the front desk at this point where they are supposed to answer questions about their services-- wouldn't you just tell me the price instead of directing me to go look it up for myself?!) She then responds "for what?!" with an unmistakable air of annoyance. Now, I would expect a front desk staff member to say something like, "sure, for which service?" The way she phrased her question seems like I was bothering her. I responded "for daycare" and then, she said "well let me just pull up the website and look..." The entire interaction was odd, like she was doing me a favor by providing pertinent info about the business at which she works. Also, why there isn't signage with the pricing for daycare at the front desk, who knows? I do know one thing though: if you act like I'm bothering you by asking you to do things within the scope of your job, I won't bother to spend my coins.

My cat and I had an excellent visit here today! We went for his annual and some routine…read morevaccinations. The front office staff checked him in quickly, and he likes watching the dogs in the waiting room (from the safety of his crate of course). Once we were in a room, the entire exam and vaccines took around 10 minutes. I paid less than 200 for the exam, rabies vaccine, and a combo distemper vaccine- I consider that pretty good! The staff is also wonderful with cats, which can be hard to find. The vet tech let him get out of the carrier on his own and wander around the exam room. The vet was very gentle with him, and spent time getting to know him and offering treats before the exam. She handled him so gently and kept it short. I think the whole thing was over before he realized he should be scared! I'm very glad to have them as my regular vet, especially with the great location.

My pups and I love CityPaws! The front desk staff are great and super helpful! They always have my…read moredogs pulling me to the door so they can go in and get a treat! The doctors, vet assistants, and tech's go above and beyond in making it such a great experience for us here.

Paw Paw Pet Club came highly recommended to me from neighbors and I quickly learned why once our…read moredog started using its services. Walter and Patrick are professional, reliable, and, most importantly, loving to our girl Ruby. While she's always so excited for her daily walk, she has also become calmer around other dogs, is much better on her leash, and has learned a couple other tricks along the way. I attribute this to walking with her usual pack but also greatly Walter and Patrick's patience and training. You will be glad you found them!

The Paw Paw Pet Club team have been here for our girl, Zuri, whenever we need them!! Zuri goes on…read moreregular mid-day walks with her crew and has boarded several times, sometimes for more than a week. The team is so good about updating us with photos and info about what adventures they have been on. After long stays, Zuri is sad to leave and whenever we see her walkers around town she is SO happy to see them - a sign she well loved and looked after while in their care. The are responsive and attentive if there are changes to her daily needs that they need to be aware of. They have walked her in the last 3 apartments we have lived in! They treat her like a star and they feel like a part of our family. :) 10/10 would recommend Paw Paw to anyone in the DC area with a furry pup who needs walking or boarding services!