After spending $6K+ to have my pyr trained not to attack other dogs, 1yr later I'm giving my dog…read moreaway to avoid him from being label "Vicious" by the court. I was ghosted by the staff who never returned my calls. P.O'd at PO. This review was posted now because my original review has disappeared.

I had such positive training experience with Paw & Order. They help me understand a lot of how to…read moreeffectively communicate with my teenage pup and supported me to safely use tools and better understand them. They have a safe environment and trainers that are able to provide my pup socialized skills, clarity in communication and time that I wasn't able to provide him with. Elissa is so kind, patient and very supportive. Honestly, all their trainers are so passionate about dogs, they care about them so much and advocate for the dog's success, they will all help you to become a better and responsible dog parent. I LOVE that they help me strengthen the bond with my beloved one and there for me all the way through (super responsive!) My pup came home more confident, focus and happy. He is now a proud CGC pup, were able to enjoy our outings safely together and have a great start to discover all the adventures life throws our way. The best part is that we will have their support for life, join the community and learn about more training to bond our relationship in a healthy way. The upsetting part was that I wished I had known and started with them and not waste my money on other trainings prior! I'm definitely coming back here when I get my second dog. It's SO worth it.

There is no one that I would trust more to train my dog. Tena, Kelly, Coleman, and the rest of the…read moreteam are so knowledgeable on dog behavior and are always working to keep updated on the newest scientific practices in the field. It is so hard to find a good dog trainer, but your search is over now that you've found SJC.

Tena is a miracle worker! She helped me with my leash-reactive rescue dog through one-on-one…read morelessons, and I couldn't be happier with our progress. It's been almost a year and a half since we finished up our private training classes. I can now walk my dog basically anywhere--from busy Downtown PGH streets to Frick Park--and he can get past another dog with little more than a whine. Tena is very kind, patient, and knows how to teach both dogs & people! My relationship with my dog improved so much thanks to Tena's guidance, and I'd recommend her to anyone, especially those with reactive dogs! Positive reinforcement for the win!!

We are grateful that Misty Pines is close to our home. It is a very unique property with lots of…read moregood things to offer. They offer many types of training and certifications, as well as boarding, grooming, day care, a retail store, a water feature, fenced dog play areas, and walking trails on the property. They also have special events that are fun and "dog friendly." All of the staff and trainers are very professional, although I do prefer some personalities over others. I have participated in both classroom and private training sessions with a variety of instructors. I have never been talked down to or treated rudely, although I have been corrected on my technique. I use the day care regularly and have had nothing but good results with my dog's socialization skills improving. I think it is cowardly to hop on a review site and try to damage a business by leaving a one star review without giving a full picture of all the business has to offer, as well as taking into account the fact that maybe you interact more easily with specific personalities. The last thing I want to say is that I am no expert, but I have learned that dog training does require sometimes being stern while lovingly setting boundaries with my dog. I have been asked to be more consistent and react more quickly when my dog disobeys, but I have never taken the recommendations as a put down or rude. I am paying for training, which means training my dog, but also training me in how to get the best results in my situation.

Absolutely terrible experience. The owner of Misty Pines Dog Training in Franklin Park has no…read morebusiness working with people or dogs. He's rude, condescending, and completely unprofessional -- yelling at paying customers and making nasty, negative comments as if he's doing everyone a favor. I personally witnessed him at a pet store speaking to customers in a humiliating and disrespectful way. He also crammed around 20 dogs into a small store filled with toys and treats, which caused a fight to break out -- and he acted like he was above it all. The whole scene was chaotic, dangerous, and completely irresponsible. At one point, I even asked another person in the class who the trainer was because I couldn't believe this man's behavior. It was shocking and uncomfortable to watch. This owner clearly doesn't know how to train dogs or communicate with humans. If you care about your dog's safety, happiness, and your own peace of mind, stay far away from Misty Pines Dog Training John Drake

Jen has been my pet sitter for over ten years now. Before I plan any vacation I make sure that she…read moreis available to watch my cats because I know they are in good hands with her. Jen will send me a daily text with updates on how the cats are doing and always sends pictures. She understands the personalities of my cats and treats them in ways that make them comfortable. It's such a relief to know they are really being cared for. Jen is also very knowledgeable about animal health and well-being. She is certified in pet services and continues to stay up to date on animal welfare topics. I am planning on taking her pet first aid and CPR class this fall. Jen will always be the first person I recommend for anyone looking for a pet sitter.

Jen and her team are fantastic. We have worked with Jen for quite a number of years and she has…read moreprovided consistently awesome care for all our family members through the years. She's patiently sat with our more shy and low key friends while also providing great attention to our those who never know a stranger. She handles all situations with great care and communication. We can't thank her enough for the years of dedicated to service to animals and those who love them.

Mike and his dog training are a God-send. He responds quickly to messages. Before starting our…read moretraining with Sunny (who was showing some issues with resource guarding), Mike took the time to get a full history and specific details about the issues we had. He has worked with us for 6 sessions now in our home environment, which has been essential and critical for our success. Sunny is showing wonderful progress and is proving to be a smart girl who thrives with training. Each session, Mike takes the time to explain his technique, demonstrate instruction with Sunny, and teach me in how to practice the training. That is key! He shows the owner how to be successful with their own pet.

Michael McClelland is an excellent dog trainer. He is very professional and comes to your…read moreresidence. He trained my untrained dogs to become obedient and well adjusted dogs. The one rescue dog who was unsocialized in her prior home was so fearful and hid under the treadmill for 2 years is now able to be held ,sleeps on the bed and now runs with the pack, thanks to Mike's expertise.

Josh was amazing! He rememberd all of my dogs weird quirks even after a year without seeing her. He…read moreimmediately knows the solution to everything and explains what I need to do once he leaves very well. I cannot recommend Josh enough!

Highly, highly recommend Say It Once Dog Training! We have used them for our two pups with trainers…read moreDonna & Michelle. They were both wonderful and really took the time to explain each of the dog's behaviors - the how & why. After your first in home visit, you're able to take your dogs to group classes which are held all over the city & suburbs. These classes are awesome for our reactive dogs - it gives them the exposure they need in a controlled environment. I have never been made to feel embarrassed or bad about my dog's behavior which I have experienced at other training organizations -- that is why we hired them! I really feel that I have a strong support system with Say It Once. While we (my fiancé & I) need to stay on top of training on our own, our dogs show so much progress each training sessions. Love Say It Once!!!!

My experience here could not have been better. I did loads of research on trainers prior to making…read moremy decision, as I had specific issues I needed to work on with my dog, Gus. I wanted to be involved in the training along the way because part of my struggle had been establishing dominance/ taking the lead. I wanted to be working on that dynamic from the beginning, not just trying to take over once someone else trained him. Sit Means Sit was the perfect blend of introducing concepts to both me and my dog, setting the foundations with repetition (took some of the legwork off my plate), and then after each session practicing with both me and my dog to assure we were understanding. My at home lesson was invaluable. Talking through our issues in the space where they are occurring was crucial for customized tips. Some concepts are difficult to implement in certain setups, and Lisa was genius at thinking of alternatives. It can also be hard to describe what's going on without seeing it. The at home lesson gave that opportunity and Lisa was able to understand my dog's excitement and not only better explain his actions to me, but also she was able to suggest more creative ways to work with him in our unique space. Before training, Gus was next to impossible to walk. I'd spend 30 minutes standing in one spot waiting for him to calm down and give me attention. He pulled me so hard once going after another dog, he completely took me down. After training we are able to enjoy walks at my pace (not a constant sprint ). That's just one highlight of the improvement Sit Means Sit accomplished with my big ball of pure energy. I had such a wonderful experience with all the trainers I worked with. Christina had a great sense of humor that I looked forward to during our sessions with Gus. Someone who can laugh with you about how awkward you look and feel learning new concepts is a gem. Evan was like an accidental therapist who you don't mean to spill your guts to, but you do because his energy is so calm and understanding. THESE are the types of people you want working with your family pet, and with YOU. I can get tense training my dog, but they put me at ease the entire time. Additionally, Alicia was remarkably accommodating to my insane schedule and always able to promptly connect with me and figure out how to get me in. I'm a sucker for customer service and Alicia's bubbly personality is a perfect fit. I was so impressed with SMS, I signed up for puppy class, too. I know training can be an expensive investment and you want to be sure it's worth it-- this is worth it. Don't waste money doing multiple other trainings that don't quite click because they are more affordable. Do it right the first time here!

Our dog, Penny, is a rescued pitbull and the sweetest dog in the entire world to us, guests and…read morestrangers on the street. She did however have a terrible habit of pulling (think of a sleigh dog. That's what she looked like while pulling us, ugh) Enough was enough. Eventually we would have gotten hurt or she could have gotten lose & hurt herself / another dog. She also showed aggression towards other dogs and growls, barks and pulled even harder than normal. Inside she was a princess and outside she looked like a mean evil pitbull. It made us as dog owners look bad. Plus, we couldn't enjoy our summer with an uncontrollable dog. We decided to head to a free consultation. We were referred here by the owners husband. After the consultation they said most likely she won't need a harness anymore, only a leash. I laughed on inside. Guess what.... They were right. Since training, we've only needed a collar.. No more harness! We did the 3 day training program which meant penny would get dropped off here and spend 8 hours with a trainer 1 on 1. It also includes 1 day at home which was very helpful & 3 months of group classes which are 2x a week. They took videos of her training and sent them to us. In the videos they explained what they were doing and why it worked. We can always look back on those videos if needed. That's very helpful! The price seemed steep at first but essentially you are getting 3+ months of training for the price. Peace of mind knowing my dog is safe is priceless. Linda and Bridget did an excellent job. Penny Is more controllable now and doesn't pull on the leash. Group classes will really benefit her and I can't wait to start. I'm thankful for sit means sit. I used to dread walks and we couldn't even do fun stuff like the parks or camping. Now, we can finally have fun with our dog. Most importantly, she is much more safe since we can control her.

Great staff, professional, responsible and family friend. Always feel safe having their sitters…read morewatch my dogs!

Great experience and communication throughout the process with a great staff that provides peace of…read moremind when we are away from our dog. Many services to fit multiple needs; couldn't be happier with our choice to trust Fetch!Pet Care with our pup.