We almost signed up my dog for this program and as we were filling out the paperwork, we saw the…read moreattached which is not allowed at all. All of these locations have near perfect reviews and now I know why.

We have a 3 year old chocolate lab who was constantly barking and pulling on the leash. We met the…read moreSit Means Sit Team at the Towson Festival and decided to give them a shot. So glad we did! Finley was so much better after just the first week and we all look forward to going on walks now. Cannot recommend enough.

This girl Megan is a veterinarian school drop out! No actual formal dog training & can barely write…read moreproper English/grammar via email to save her life. Read beyond these 5 stars, pay close attention to the 1 stars ESPECIALLY ON GOOGLE RATINGS! Horrendous pet negligence. Save your money, time, and breath! If I could give this place 0 stars I would. UNRESPONSIVE, UNRELIABLE and overall UNPROFESSIONAL. If you like chasing down a business to get a response this is the place for you! There is a reason why people pay good money for professional dog trainers. It's the experience beyond the training that people are looking for. The interaction with the business, and feeling like a valued customer/individual BEFORE even paying a dime. From the moment I contacted this business, she's left me hanging - red flags all around.

I got my boy at 6 months and now he's 2 and 85 pounds of awesome! He is gentle and very well…read moretrained and it was because of Megan. This is our families first dog and Megan was able to teach us how to be great dog parents as well as him being a great dog!

When we go out of town and are unable to take our dog with us, Best Friends Fur Ever is our go to…read moredog boarding place. We love Best Friends Fur Ever because of it being easy to make an appointment. Once you have gone through the initial enrolling process and gotten into their system, you fill in a request for service online and they contact you within 24 hours (usually it is closer to 12 hours). During stays, Best Friends Fur Ever have great communication. Sometimes they will upload pictures. They will reach out with any issues they have and respond quickly if you have any questions. The employees here clearly love dogs. No matter who the employee is, when we go to drop our dog off they get really excited to see our dog. He, in turn, gets excited to see them. We love that Best Friends Fur Ever will take care of grooming needs while we are away. If possible, they will trim nails, bathe them and express their anal glands. Finally, the biggest reason we choose Best Friends Fur Ever, is our dog always seems well taken care of when we return to get him. If he is happy, we are happy.

Amazing staff! Very organized program. My puppy loves all the staff and his furry friendsread more

The pet smart near me is great for deals or if I need an item such as medicine, the store is right…read morethere! A great selection and it is clean! It is where I got my Maine coone :) Parking and other great stores available in the front!

I had an extremely unprofessional and inappropriate experience with a groomer at this location…read more This was my first time visiting this specific location, and it will absolutely be my last. When I walked in, there was no greeting. Instead, I was immediately met with, "I thought you'd be here at 9:40," in a tone that was rude and unnecessarily authoritative. While examining my dog, she made an unprofessional comment about his face looking "raggedy." I had lightly trimmed the hair around his eyes so he could see, which has never been an issue in over six years of getting him groomed at PetSmart. The situation escalated when she attempted to charge a $50 dematting fee upfront, bringing my total to $173. This is completely inconsistent with my long history of grooming services. I have never paid more than around $130 total, and any dematting fee has historically been about $10 and applied after the service, not before. Even after I clearly stated that I was fine with shaving any matted areas and wanted a low cut, she still insisted on the $50 charge. When I calmly said I would call corporate to clarify the fee, she responded that she was "uncomfortable" with me doing so. That response was inappropriate and immediately raised concerns about the legitimacy of the charge. At that point, I no longer felt comfortable leaving my dog in her care and asked for him back. Her behavior escalated in a way that was completely unacceptable. She began making loud, aggressive "oo-ing and ahh-ing" noises and stood over me while I bent down to retrieve my dog. Her coworker had to step in and tell her to "back down." As I was leaving, she handed me my dog's collar and then falsely claimed that I "snatched" it from her. That accusation was completely untrue and felt like an attempt to provoke or escalate the situation further. It came across as gaslighting and an effort to create conflict where there was none. This entire interaction was unnecessary and handled in a way that was hostile, unprofessional, and concerning. A simple pricing question turned into pressure, intimidation, and false accusations. I left feeling disrespected, uncomfortable, and concerned about how both I and my dog were treated. I will never return to this location.

We worked with Tom to prepare our dog for some major life changes, and the experience was beyond…read morewhat we hoped for. From leash skills to preparing for a new baby, he addressed every concern with patience, expertise, and real results. Our dog had a strong prey drive and would lunge at squirrels, birds--basically anything that moved. Walks were stressful and chaotic. After working with Tom, we now enjoy calmer, controlled walks, and continue to work in high-distraction areas. Obedience was another focus--commands like "come," "place," and especially "down" have become reliable, and working still in challenging situations. Tom really emphasized consistency and practice for best results, which helped a lot! Overall, Tom gave us the tools and confidence we needed to help our dog thrive in a changing household. He clearly loves dogs, but just as importantly, he knows how to teach humans. If you're looking for help with obedience, leash manners, behavioral quirks, or preparing for a baby, Tom is absolutely worth it.

We have a 2 yr old pit mix from the shelter. He had several issues including separation anxiety and…read moreleash reactivity. Tom clearly shows he's a professional and cares about your relationship with your dog. Admittedly I was skeptical if our dog would really learn to calm down but with consistency and time we have found he has made significant improvements!

Love this place. They are super nice and accommodating. They give me the time I need to wash and…read moredry my dog unlike other places . Very large verity of pet items.

Our 7 month old golden retriever mix got a bath for the first time here. I have to say I did like…read morethe setup. No reservations needed. They have 9 stalls. They provide everything but the shampoo. For $18 that's a great deal! The staff was nice too.

I adopted my best friend here in December of 2009 when he was six months old. Shadow celebrated…read morehis Barkmitzvah combined with a fun Superbowl Party in Feb. of 2023, where guests brought birthday gift donations. He's doggone charitable. Taking the donations to the MDSPCA, I was able to see just how awesome the staff still is, how clean and organized the kennels are, and just how beautiful the building is. The dogs awaiting adoption were clean and looked comfortable in their cozy kennels with toys, blankets, cots, etc. Of course, I wanted to take them all home with me, but Shadow's my bestest boy and being 13 1/2, he's my one and only for now.

My partner and I recently adopted two cats from SPCA Hampden, and we couldn't be happier. The staff…read morewas kind, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the animals. The facility was clean, warm, and welcoming, and it was evident the cats were well cared for--many were in foster homes, which we loved to see. What really stood out to us was how thorough the adoption process was. They carefully vet adopters to ensure the best match for both the pet and the family. We appreciated the thoughtful questions and attention to detail in finding the right fit. Our two kitties had a wonderful foster, who we got to meet, first on a zoom call, then in person on the day of adoption, and we were given all their medical info, plus a solid plan to help them adjust to their new home. It's been lifechanging having them with us, and we're so grateful for the care and dedication of everyone at SPCA Hampden. Thank you for everything!

We have had very positive experiences having our doggo Bruno go to daycare and board here…read more He has even been groomed during his boarding stays. They kindly do it at the end of his stay so he comes home fresh. This past week, because our dog can display problematic behaviors, the yard attendant who was with Bruno most of the day came out to talk with me. She was an older lady, so very kind and described his behaviors, and gave him breaks when he was unable to be recorrected, instead of calling us and making me worry. I appreciate their problem solving and patience with our dog.

The best. Saint LOVES it and he is a mobility Service Dog. I love the care that their Camp…read moreCounselors give to him.

I was not happy with my services/training. I paid a lot of money for no improvement. I had the…read moretrainer come to my house less than 10 times. Each time, except the first one, the same trainer would stay for maybe 15-20 minutes (def no more) and leave. He had me barking at my dog, throwing water balloons at my dog, and throwing a mini "bean bag" not at, but towards my dog; none of which were useful. My fiance and I told him on 3 separate occasions face-to-face that him coming for 15-20 minutes was not enough and we needed him to spend more time with our dog, and he did not do that so we just stopped communicating with him. He/Bark busters also never reached back out because they got their money. Wouldn't recommend unfortunately.

Bark Busters has used a system of dog like communication that really helped make things clear. No…read moreabusive tactics like shock collars or just treat training, and my pup now trusts and respects me even more. I recommend Jack the trainer to anyone!

I adopted the most wonderful 13 year old boxer/pitbull mix from one of our great local shelters. I…read morewas her third home (which I still can't comprehend why) and she had pretty bad general anxiety and separation anxiety. Given her size and anxiety, I knew I would need some help. I was given a business card for East Coast Academy of Dog Training. The best recommendation ever. Initially, Paige was unmanageable on a leash. Her fear and anxiety caused her to be hyper reactive to wildlife, sounds, sudden movements. She would not respond to commands and she pulled me wherever she wanted to go. The first time Rob walked into my house, the whole energy changed. Rob has the most wonderful voice. He is soft-spoken. He never raises his voice. He has endless patience. Paige loved him from the first moment. For the first several visits, we worked inside on basic behaviors - come, sit, wait, etc. Paige caught on pretty quickly. So did I! It was as much about me learning as it was Paige. Rob always leaves detailed notes covering the lessons of the day. And consistent practice between visits is paramount. Then we began working on leash training for walks. Rob has given me valuable tools to make walks a positive experience for both Paige and I. We are still a work in progress and, weather permitting, I make a point of walking every day. Paige is so much happier and so much calmer. After 5 visits, I kept telling Rob that I needed more training. In his wonderful, calm way, he said that I didn't need more. That I had the tools to be successful and that he was only a phone call away if I needed to talk through anything. Rob never pushes additional visits if he feels you are ready to fly on your own. He has decades of experience. Go check out his website for additional detail. I appreciate Rob so much. He has made both Paige and I so much more confident. I cannot recommend Rob Hirsch and East Coast Academy of Dog Training enough!!!!

We're very thankful for Rob's assistance! We had been to other training facilities but knew we…read moreneeded someone to come to our home to deal with our 3 dog + family dynamics. Rob conducted a free consultation and I felt assured that he was able to quickly assess the situation and he came up with a plan that everyone was comfortable with. After 3 sessions in our home, and with practice and consistency, we have made great strides in establishing order to our pack. Thank you Rob!