We worked with Beth at Cold Noses Dog Training for our 9-month-old rescue chihuahua Ellie and both…read morethought she did a great job. Ellie already knew sit, and Beth taught her look, touch, stay, wait, come, leave it, drop it, off, and how to handle alert barking in our condo. Ellie picked it up quickly and the instructions for keeping the training going between sessions were clear,so that we could actually follow them and keep making progress for the next session. Positive, patient, and she made sure both of us were comfortable with the techniques. Would recommend.

We absolutley adored our sessions with Beth! Our 5 month old Yorkie, Mabel, was enchanted with Beth…read morefrom the minute she walked through the door as were my husband and I. Over the course of just a few sessions, she gave us a whole tool kit of techniques and provided us with extensive written explanantions each time for us to refer back to. She is so generous with her time, her positivity, and her expertise. To say we learned a ton is an understatement! Beth was warm, gentle yet firm, encouraging, kind, fun, and truly a joy to learn from. My husband, Mabel, and I could not have asked for a better more positive training experience! Beth is definitley a 'dog whisperer!'

I'm so impressed with the change in our Aussie, Lola, after board + train with Leaps & Bounds…read more We've used several different trainers in the past, and have seen benefit each time. However we still struggled with distraction, distance, and duration of good behavior with our super high energy dog. Our previous trainers were very much focused on positive reinforcement. I was certainly nervous about a change in tact. Now having gone through it, I wish we started sooner! A couple important callouts: 1 - the e collar provided is a game changer. Tom let us try this out to get comfortable with the idea. The range is so wide, it truly is just a slight stimulation vs a traditional shock. While we use sparsely, it's really the only thing that can help with high reaction for our pup 2- this is also a training of your behavior, not just your dog! Our girl is so smart and eager to please. Given that, we quickly discovered that we needed to change our approach to drive the behavior we were seeking. This is for sure the hardest part, but Tom and Bailey set us up with resources to help us along the way. That includes 2 live check ups to help hold us accountable. The biggest testament to the process is that Lola has been ecstatic to see Tom and Bailey even after her board and train. We can't recommend the investment enough! Thanks again Tom and Bailey!

We adopted our dog, Junie, from a shelter in August 2025. She was around a year old. On walks, she…read morewould bark at other dogs and sometimes people which made walks miserable and embarrassing. Indoors, it was jumping, and a constant need for attention and stimulation. It felt like she couldn't relax, or didn't know how, or maybe just didn't want to. So by extension, we couldn't either. We live in an apartment and even just taking her to the rooftop relief area was becoming a hell. I went down the same training rabbit hole many people do. YouTube videos weren't helping. They didn't explain what to do if the method in the video didn't work--which they never did for me. We decided to do some weekly training classes with a dog trainer we found through Rover. She taught Junie plenty--like any German shepherd, she's a very quick learner. She was trying to use counter conditioning to help Junie stop reacting so strongly to other dogs. And while Junie learned a lot, things weren't getting any better. She understood all the commands, she knew what was expected of her, but she almost never chose to do what we asked. It felt like we were constantly competing to be the most interesting thing in her world and we were fighting a losing battle. It was extremely frustrating and we were tired. It was clear to us that there was something important we were missing. We so badly wanted a dog we could bring to breweries, hikes, and backpacking trips and we were starting to wonder if we weren't a good fit for Junie. Assuming you've also been down the internet dog training rabbit hole, you've probably also seen people talk about how board and trains are a waste of money. We were nervous, but Tom came highly recommended by a friend of ours and we were at our wit's end. We didn't want our lives to be so entirely ruled by our dog--it wasn't healthy for any of us. We reached out to him in October and she stayed with Tom through the month of November. Best decision EVER. We were right about there being a missing link--it was our relationship with Junie that needed to be adjusted. Yes, we are her loving caretakers, but we are also people she needs to respect and listen to. It's now January and we can take her anywhere that allows dogs. She will stick by our side in a heel without a leash, whether on a sidewalk, at the beach, or in the forest. She can walk past a dog a foot away without reacting. She lays down next to our table at breweries. She stays in place until we release her. When she's playing off leash, she comes when we call her. We genuinely couldn't be happier! Here were my worries going into this: Would WE get enough training through this process to be able to continue things once Junie came home? --Absolutely. There was a learning curve of course on our end with the ecollar, but I truly did feel prepared by the time we got her home to continue her training. Tom is great at answering questions along the way and after your dog comes home. It hasn't even been 3 months since we adopted her--will it have a negative impact for her to have such a big change so soon? --If this is the position you're in, please don't keep suffering, just make the call! Dogs in general are a lot more resilient than we give them credit for. I honestly feel that sooner was better--it meant less time for her bad habits to get worse/more ingrained. No regrets here at all. Will the training stick? --Yes but it's entirely up to you. As long as you're continuing to keep your dog accountable, you'll definitely keep having the dog you want. Maybe my dog just needs more exercise? --I mean exercise is important, but you shouldn't have to exhaust your dog to get it to behave. We had started renting out Dog Yard through Roam three days a week to try and exhaust her. Probably exhausted us more than her lol. You can absolutely trust Tom and his trainers with your pup and I promise you if you've been struggling and things haven't been working--reach out to Tom! I can say wholeheartedly that this was the best investment we've ever made.

We've taken our older dog, Nola, to puppy kindergarten and puppy middle school and had laid a great…read morefoundation for her obedience! Our younger dog, Tilly, was a pandemic puppy and had become increasingly reactive to dogs over the past year. We completed the growly dog class with Tilly and saw huge improvement during the 5 week course! We feel very confident taking both dogs on walks and have tools to help Tilly remain more calm and relaxed as she passes other dogs!

What a great experience! I've never done dog training with any of my previous pets... But I knew…read moreright away with my new puppy that there were some hurdles that we would have if we didn't. Susan's shy confident class was exactly what we needed! She gave us the tools and the feedback to not only train our dog, but to train us on how to best interact and react with our new dog! We implemented everything we've learned and we're seeing results! Very thankful for the time spent! Thank you!!

Joyce is amazing! My dog has had separation anxiety since I got her as a puppy during the pandemic…read more It's significantly improved since our session, and I learned so much about how to interact with my dog and lower her anxiety through training. Joyce gave me a phone consultation, then scheduled a time to meet at my home. She was very professional, friendly, and and followed all COVID safety measures. She addressed my goals during the session, and the training started before I even opened the door, helping with my dog's barking when a stranger visits. She provided thorough notes after our session, which has been valuable to reference back to. Her approach is positive training. She's incredibly informative and makes training realistic and easy to understand. You can tell she does this because she loves it and is passionate about it! She truly cares about helping people communicate well with their dogs and creating a happier home. I can't say enough great things and highly recommend her!

Joyce is an incredible trainer and a wonderful human! Shortly after bringing home my puppy Harper,…read morethere were some biting/herding behaviors that I couldn't manage on my own. During our first session, Joyce taught me the basics about dog's behaviors, my role in the relationship, and the power of positive reinforcement with training. She provides a write up after the first session that I've referred to many times in the last few months. I signed up for additional sessions and it is safe to say that Harper and I are better dogs/humans from our time with Joyce. In ~8 weeks, Joyce trained me how to train my puppy and provide the structure she needs, and taught Harper how to harness her intelligence and curiosity for good. We've both come so far, thank you Joyce! I would highly recommend Joyce to anyone.

We usually have my mom or my husbands parents or siblings watch our pups when we go out for a…read moreweekend or so but in this particular instance were not able to get anyone so we used this in-home service from a recommendation from a neighbor. Everything was great. Total professionals here and very trust worthy. It's great to have a back up place for something like this. We do take our pups with us as much as we can but sometimes you go places they can't go and sometimes you can't get relatives to watch them, this is the next best thing. We did use another service closer to us once before and was not as good. These folks are definitely good. 5 stars!

Our dog loves loves loves Jaime and that means we do too! She is so knowledgeable about dogs and…read morecaring she even visits him through our fence when she comes to walk neighbor dogs. She always sends updates and pictures of their walks together when we are out of town and is always very communicative about their walks. We trust her with our pup completely!

Nitro K-9 went above and beyond for me and my service dog…read more After another company took advantage of me while I was recovering from a brain hemorrhage, I was honestly feeling overwhelmed and unsure of who I could trust. Finding Nitro K-9 was such a blessing. From the very beginning, Steve treated me with kindness, patience, and genuine understanding. He didn't just see my dog as another training project--he took the time to understand what I needed and how important my service dog is to my life. The difference in the quality of training, communication, and care has been incredible. I feel so much more confident knowing my dog is being trained by someone who truly cares about doing things the right way. I cannot say enough good things about Nitro K-9. Steve has restored my faith in finding people who are honest, compassionate, and genuinely invested in helping both the dog and the person. If you are looking for someone to trust with your service dog, I would recommend Nitro K-9 without hesitation. Steve is truly amazing! Thank you, Steve, for everything you have done for me and my boy. We are so grateful for you!

We rescued our Doberman from Texas when he was seven months old. He and his littermates had been…read morefound abandoned on a property, dirty and starving. When we brought him home he could barely focus on us. On walks, he reacted to every plane overhead and every bird, and it seemed like he barely noticed we were there. He had no leash training at all, and was destructive at times, ripping up and eating his dog beds and even chewing drywall. He was a sweet boy, but so anxious and unsettled. That's when we found Steve. Someone I know personally recommended him, as he helped her transform her anxious and very reactive dog when she had almost lost hope. When you first meet him you'll see the big beard, the tattoos, hear the loud music playing at his facility. Beyond the tough exterior, at his core, he is incredibly passionate, very sensitive, and cares immensely for dogs. He is devoted to showing owners how to truly connect with their dogs. Not through bribing their dog for attention with treats, but through building real connection, communication, focus, and trust. He wants you to have a dog who is devoted to you because of your relationship, not because you're waving a treat at them. Watching him work with dogs is incredible. He communicates so naturally through his energy, this centered embodied focus that your dog will respond to immediately. His verbal commands, hand gestures, position, and focus are all aligned and incredibly precise, and this makes it crystal clear to your dog what he wants them to do. It's inspiring to see and makes you want to work hard to achieve that yourself one day. He's also good at working with humans. At one of our first sessions, before showing me a leash handling technique, he quickly paused and asked first if it was okay to touch my hands to demonstrate. I was surprised he even thought to ask. It would have been so easy to miss this as a man, and it showed a lot about who he is. In addition to teaching you the technical skills, he also coaches you. The farther along you get in training, the harder certain skills can get to execute, and he's right there telling you to stop being a perfectionist, that you're doing better than you think, and to keep going. And when something finally clicks, he is genuinely excited for you and your dog. I also appreciate his passion and expertise on the proper nutrition dogs need to be truly healthy, physically and mentally. If you aren't already feeding your dog high quality raw or fresh food, he will encourage you to and educate you on how important it is. He'll explain that nutrition is actually a critical component of your dogs' mental state and ability to achieve focus. He also recommended several supplements that helped transform our pup's gut and skin health, and turned his coat from itchy and flaky to shiny and healthy - he now looks like a seal and legitimately gets compliments everywhere on his coat. Our dog is now a year old, still very much a puppy for the Doberman breed. We've had him for just 5 months and he is able to go with me to stores and sit outdoors at restaurants and settle in quietly. We no longer worry about him being destructive in the house. He does well with other dogs of all sizes and even those who aren't well-behaved. At dog parks when something chaotic is happening, our dog is now able to disengage and stay focused on me instead of joining in like he would have before. People genuinely can't believe how young he is or that we haven't had him very long and constantly comment on how calm he is. He's also able to be gentle and snuggle with our 17 year old cat. What Steve gave us went so far beyond training. He really helped our dog who had a hard start in life learn to communicate with his humans and finally feel okay in the world. We're so grateful.

My husband, our golden retriever puppy Ember, and I, absolutely loved attending Puppy Preschool…read morewith Linda! It was informative for us owners and had nice goals to work towards each week complete with a worksheet to cover what was discussed in class! We both felt she covered the material in a way that addressed the best learning style for everyone, including our pup! She was so friendly and easy to work with. We also attended Puppy Playgroup, and were sad to "age" out at 18 weeks, BUT we loved our time there too! Ember loved getting a little bit of her extra energy out and meeting new friends! We will definitely recommend UCLA to all of our friends and family!

Linda is a very experienced dog trainer. I love her technique of positive reinforcements to teach…read moredogs. My Basenji has been attending UCLA Dog classes since he was a couple months old puppy. He now learned so much. Not only doing dozens of tricks, but listen well with our verbal demands. I highly recommend!

I absolutely love Ahimsa and the training they provide…read more My puppy went to Puppy elementary, kindergarten, and puppy and teen playtimes. Though there were a few skills that were repeated, it was more building on the skill (like with distractions). Amber was wonderful and explained the skills, modeled them, and gave tips if there were struggles. Of course if one doesn't practice outside of class, they won't see as much progress especially with a skill the puppy struggles with (mine needed extra help to focus on me when distractions were present). We've continued to practice and my pup has grown so much. The puppy playtimes were also incredibly helpful as they help d me learn what appropriate play was, how to correctly pup if he was engaging in an inappropriate behavior, and learn my pup's cues for needing a break or space during play. Absolutely helpful and I wouldn't have known this had I chosen to social at a dog park without folks with expertise. Next we want to try a Nose works class for our pup. He gets so excited going to Ahimsa!

My fiancé and I were recently anxious first-time puppy owners, and I cannot express how strongly I…read morerecommend attending their training sessions and puppy play dates. Wynona and the other trainers create a safe, supportive environment for both puppies and owners to learn and make friends, all while still allowing the pups to just be puppies.

It just occurred to me that I have never left a review for Seattle Canine Solutions. Shame on…read moreme!! Sharon helped me years ago and I still thank her (in my head) every day for teaching me how to be the best 'Pack Leader' to my best friend on four legs... Nola (The Wonder Dog)! Nola rescued me when she arrived at Seatac (from a Texas shelter) back in 2013. It was obvious from the start that my sensitive girl had been through some tough times and I was going to need some help in figuring things out. Sharon was incredible, right from the start! She taught me how to be patient and understand Nola's behavior... and most importantly, how to react and 'check' my own behavior. Sharon taught me so much in such a short period of time. Although Sharon, Nola & I haven't met 'on the regular' in many years, I still call on her when something pops up. I also like Sharon a bunch (as a person) & consider her a good Pal! So... in short, SHARON ROCKS! I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to be the best Pack Leader they can be... and a little bit more :)

We met with Sharon once and think she is AMAZING! She has invaluable experience and advice, and we…read morecan already tell that she will make a huge difference in our lives and our dogs lives. We adore our pups and see that we can all benefit so much more from positive reinforcement/ training. Our pups have been stressed on our City walks and we are optimistic we can enjoy this and much more with the right tools and training. We just adopted a sweet rescue after losing our much older dog and Sharon is gonna help us and our other sweet dog have fun and be a family. She is that good, we trust her and are going to take all of her suggestions as it means so much to us. Seriously...look at these two... we are lucky that they already love each other...now we just have to ALL be better behaved!

Everyone is extremely helpful. Dr. Gambino is amazing, empathetic and has done a wonderful job with…read moreEnzo. For all the tests he has had done here he is never upset or scared to go. He goes right back with employees when they take him from me which makes us pup parents feel extremely comfortable with the care he is given at Urban Animal hospital in Cap Hill.

I've been coming here for years to bring my cats in. Sadly I feel things have gotten worse over the…read moreyears. From not telling me that bloodwork that was not mandatory would be $600+ dollars...I was told AFTER it was done and the person who told me felt really bad, to paying $95 in advance to have an appointment scheduled and then them taking a walk in before me. And now my cats bloodwork was available for me last week and they haven't called me. Even the person on the phone thought that was really weird. I have had good experiences here too. Especially during the end of life phase for my last cat. So I know they are capable of more. The atmosphere is always clean, and it's usually pretty easy to get in. I guess if you have a healthy pet this can be a good place to take them.