John really exceeded our expectations - our dog Milo struggles with significant anxiety and…read morereactivity, and we honestly weren't sure how much progress was possible. We knew from when he came to pick Milo up that John is a consummate professional and knows how to help. In two short weeks, Milo is noticeably more confident, calmer, and better able to navigate situations that used to overwhelm him. Just as importantly, we've learned how to utilize tools and techniques effectively and build his confidence instead of simply managing his behavior. If you're looking for someone who truly understands your dog's behavior and is committed to helping both you and your dog succeed, I can't recommend John enough. Milo has been living a less anxious life because of his help, and we're incredibly grateful.

John has been incredible with Gia (our husky x shepherd mix). We saw immediate and lasting…read moreimprovements in her behavior after her board and train (took her when she was about 10 months) and he equipped us with tools that actually work for continuing the training at home. We've also boarded Gia with him outside of training and she genuinely loves staying there. Couldn't recommend John more -- knowledgeable, thoughtful, and amazing with dogs. Bonus: John always gets some cute pics too.

I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude and give a huge shout-out to Javier &…read moreEvelyn. They trained my two fur babies with incredible patience and professionalism. They are so kind they celebrated Kane's birthday! From day one, it was clear that they were dedicated not only to training my dogs but also to ensuring that I, as an owner, felt confident and informed throughout the process. They went above and beyond, providing thorough training and daily updates, which meant the world to me--especially on days when I missed my boys a little extra. There truly aren't enough words to convey my appreciation, but I hope this review serves as a small token of my gratitude. Thank you once again for your outstanding work!

After getting nowhere with another trainer and being on the brink of giving up, my Australian…read moreShepherd Maverick entered the two week board and train training program with Omega Paws. Each evening, after spending the day working and training Maverick, Alexx would send me pictures and/or video updates, along with explanations of the things they were working on, and also what I needed to know to continue working with Maverick after he returned home. And each night I would watch the videos and cry happy tears. I couldn't believe that was my dog! Maverick responded so well with Alexx. And after two weeks, he was ready to come home. I couldn't believe it! And I was so afraid that I was going to mess something up and that my dog would never behave for me the way he had for Alexx. But I was wrong! From the day Maverick came home I could tell he was a different dog already. I paid close attention to the things that Alexx trained ME to know. And every day I continue to work with Maverick the way that we were taught. I was never fearful of the tools that Alexx employed while training Maverick. I knew that proper use of a prong collar would not hurt Maverick. And to the contrary, Maverick responded much better to that, than to having a slip lead noose around his neck. With a slip lead Maverick with pull himself so hard he could've done damage to his esophagus. But with the prong collar, he no longer pulled on his leash. I also was never afraid of using the E collar. From day one, Alexx showed me proper use of the E collar. And he even demonstrated it to me, having me hold it in my hand to feel the vibration. I know that the E collar does not harm Maverick in any way, it's simply a gentle reminder for him to make good decisions. And it works. Since Maverick came back home, I actually rarely need to even press the button to make the E collar vibrate. However, if Maverick needs a reminder, it is a tool that has proven to be extremely useful. Maverick no longer pulls when on leash. He walks next to me and heels very well. And when we encounter other dogs and he begins to bristle, as if he were going to react, all I have to do is remind him to heel. If I see that he is starting to forget, I hit the button for the E collar control. For Maverick I have it set at 15, which is pretty low, and usually one tap is all it takes to get him back on track! Sometimes all I have to do is touch the controller and he responds without me even pushing the button! It's like it's ingrained in him already. And it works! Maverick came home, such a better dog! And since then he and I have been able to bond in a way that we weren't able to in the months prior to him going to Omega Paws. Maverick now has a better understanding of what he needs to do, and he follows directions much better. He understands when I tell him to go to his place, and he stays there. He also understands when he is supposed to be in his crate, and he goes in without a fight. I love our walks because on leash he is amazing! And he has not reacted in the same manner towards another dog since returning from Omega Paws, so I no longer have that fear of being injured when he's on leash. He is much better mannered. And I have no doubt that within the year I will be able to get him certified to become a working Therapy Dog with me! And barely a year old he's still a puppy, and he's not perfect. But he is so much better than he was, and our relationship is so much better as well! And believe me when I say that my dog is much calmer, and he does not need a treadmill! He just needed to learn boundaries, and we needed to bond! That's something that we weren't able to do with the previous training. We had such a good experience with Omega Paws, that once Maverick had come home and we saw the difference in him, we decided to have Alexx and his team train our two small dogs as well. They are both Chihuahua mixes, and or were foster fails. One is 10 years old and the other is eight years old, so they are pretty set in their ways! But we wanted to give them basically the same foundation that Maverick had so that they all had the same understanding. And while they are not quite as good as Maverick, they are definitely much improved. They definitely understand boundaries much better, and they behave better on leash! I cannot say enough about Alexx and Luis, and all of Omega Paws. I was literally on the verge of giving up, and contemplating surrendering my dog because I knew that I could not go on the way that we were. And that's a terrible feeling to have when you love a dog! Omega Paws gave me back my dog, and also self-confidence. I am so grateful to them for all they've done for my family. And I can't wait to see what my future holds with Maverick by my side! A million thanks to you, Omega Paws!

Our family was visiting from out of town and needed a safe, fun place for our dog to spend the day…read more-- and we're so glad we found St. Tropawz! From the start, Patrick and his team went above and beyond to make our pup feel comfortable and cared for. They provided thoughtful updates throughout the day and treated our dog like one of their own. Patrick was incredibly welcoming and an absolute joy to work with during our stay. Thank you so much for everything you did for us and our furry family member. You guys are truly the best!

I am immensely thankful to have found Patrick and his team of caretakers at St Tropawz doggy…read moreboarding/daycare! I have an elderly Maltipoo named Topoli aged 15 years, and they are my trusted caretakers for him while I work as a field nurse full time/5 days a week. I have rarely sent Topoli to dog boarding since he was born since I take turns with my parents. But, they're off to a long retirement vacation this year and I was left with a dilemma for the first time on what to do with Topoli. He can't hold his pee/poo for too long nowadays because of his age and he likes to eat small meals X3 a day. Keeping him locked in my new house all day would stress him out or have him barking all day disturbing my housemates. At first, I thought of placing him with my vet's office for boarding. But, I noticed they kept him caged for long periods of time. And, he would return to me very anxious and stressed. At his advanced age, I really want to reduce ang unnecessary anxiety or stress on him. On recommendation of a friend, I tried St Tropawz and I am so so grateful to Patrick and his staff of caretakers. They have been trusted caretakers for my elderly Topoli. They are patient with his quirks of eating small meals and comforting him during his bouts of anxiety looking for me. They also allow him to regularly roam their very spacious and cute yard + play space. Although, at his age, he usually just likes to nap in his comfort kennel all day. They also provide me with regular updates on his day or any potential concerns. Again, I am so so grateful and relieved to have found this trusted place for my elderly Maltipoo for daily daycare. If you are looking for boarding or daycare for your dog, I would say that you can immediately stop scrolling and looking. Book now!

We recently sent our sweet Kona Kai on the Bus Dog Adventure with Comfy Home Dog Boarding, and it…read morewas such a great experience! We don't send our baby many places without us, but we felt like she needed some dog play time and a little adventure. They picked her up right from our house, and the bus was so clean and honestly the cutest thing ever. They even sent photos of her sitting on the bus, which immediately made us feel better. Anytime I texted with questions, they responded quickly and were very kind. They also kept us updated about when she would be dropped off and gave us a little overview of how her day went. Later that night, they sent an entire album with hundreds of pictures from their adventures. Every single dog looked like they were having the best time! Thank you so much for taking such great care of our baby. We will definitely be coming back, and I would recommend Comfy Home Dog Boarding to anyone -- especially crazy, overprotective dog parents like us!

These folks are amazing. We were on a road trip with our two pups, when we decided last minute to…read moretake our nephew to Disneyland. Very last-minute and unorganized on our part. I actually hadn't realized that Disneyland discontinued their kennel service during Covid. Our fur babies are quite spoiled, and not used to being left anywhere. I was rather nervous trying to figure out last-minute accommodations, when I came across this option on yelp. I am so glad we did. They were incredibly responsive, and managed to accommodate our constantly changing schedule. Super friendly, and sent check-in on the pups throughout the day. Our babies were clearly made to feel safe and comfortable, and given lots of love and attention. Everything I could possibly hope for and more. I highly, highly recommend them for anyone looking for pet care needs in the area!

I can't recommend K9 Logic Dog Training enough to people. My partner and I came to them to address…read moreseparation anxiety in our 1.5 year old French Bulldog. We had tried what felt like everything and his separation anxiety was so bad that it got to the point that my partner and I basically gave up our social lives, had to coordinate with one another one of us would be going to the market or if it would be a trip where we both can go but someone sits in the car with our dog. We met the team at K9 Logic Dog Training and they assessed our dog and determined what kind of training program would be best for him to address his separation anxiety and the other skills we wanted to work on. Within a week we noticed progress. We finally were able to leave the house for an hour and go to the market together. Week by week the time has gradually gotten longer where we have been able to leave him alone for longer periods of time to reclaim our social life back. I was skeptical at first, but after that first week I became a believer. We are so happy with the results that for the purpose of just giving him structure and routine we signed him up for more classes and he LOVES being at school. We've also participated in the weekend group training sessions and they are so helpful to not only give our dog routine, but it's a great way to reinforce structure and keep him sharp with everything he learned at school. Signing up for training with K9 Logic Dog Training was the best decision we could made for our dog to set him up for success.

We had an incredible experience with K9 Logic Dog Training! After looking into several options, we…read morechose their 8-week Day Training Program and are so glad we did. Our dog, Comet, struggled with leash reactivity after a bad encounter, and walks had become really stressful. This program made a huge difference! Comet spent one full day a week at the facility, and we worked on reinforcing everything at home in between sessions. We worked with Shea, who was amazing, knowledgeable, supportive, and great at explaining how to handle Comet's reactivity. The 30-minute sessions at pickup were especially helpful and really built our confidence. The pricing felt very reasonable for the value, and we also love the community they've created. Comet has made major progress, and we're excited to keep building on everything she's learned!

I brought my dog Bumi to Roel for a board and train and it was the best decision we have ever made…read more We had worked with Roel for a 5 session training but decided that we wanted to board Bumi because of his reactivity issues. Roel took Bumi in and was so patient with Bumi, he and his team really worked wonders with Bumi. From when we adopted him to now, it's a night and day change. His reactivity is still present because it can't change overnight but, with Roel and his teams help, it is much much much more manageable. I would highly recommend Roel and his team, he is the go to "pitbull" guy and does an amazing job with reactive dogs. Bumi really loves him too!

I brought my dog Nala to Elevated Canine Academy and worked with Julie specifically, and it was one…read moreof the best decisions I have made for both of us. Nala is 11, very smart, independent, and has a strong protective streak, so she is not an easy dog to work with. Before training she was reactive toward other dogs/people/cars/bikes, selective with recall, and tended to make her own choices in stressful situations. I honestly did not expect much change at her age, but Julie proved me wrong. During the board and train, Nala became much more neutral around dogs, her recall improved, and she learned how to work calmly and confidently on the e collar. What I really appreciate is that Julie did not try to change who Nala is. She clearly understands complex, sensitive, very smart dogs and tailored the training to fit Nala instead of forcing a one size fits all method. Nala came home calmer, more responsive, more confident, and overall much easier to handle. Julie also spent a lot of time teaching me and my partner exactly what to do at home so we could keep the progress going. She walked us through the tools, the cues, how to handle Nala in different situations, and what kind of structure she needs day to day. We feel much more confident now. I can't wait to continue working with Julie on advanced obedience! If you have a reactive dog, an older dog, or a very smart and intense dog, I highly recommend Elevated Canine Academy and working with Julie.

Emily was incredibly professional, and you can immediately tell how passionate she is about dog…read moretraining. We enrolled our 2-year-old Goldendoodle Kobe in her 4-week training program, which included off-leash training, and we saw a difference right away. As soon as he came home, it was obvious how much he had learned. Emily taught him place training, stopped his habit of jumping on people, eliminated his leash pulling, and even taught him to heel while walking. The transformation has been amazing, and it's made everyday life so much easier. We highly recommend Emily and Unlock Pawsibilities to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and effective dog trainer. Thank you, Emily, for all your hard work with Kobe!!

Emily was great! She really is in tune with our RZ and knows how to teach us what to do. Thank you…read moreEmily!

I had an absolute amazing experience with Rooted Dog Training! Chloe and Emily are incredibly…read moreknowledgeable, kind, patient, and genuinely cares about both the dogs and their owners. They both clearly love what they do, and it shows in every interaction. When I started, my 6 month old puppy struggles with really bad separation anxiety, anything loud terrified him and made him try to bolt away. I was feeling overwhelmed and completely discouraged that I was doing anything right with him. During our training journey had its challenges, especially correcting my bad training behaviors I was taught along time ago that weren't working. Chloe and Emily were there to guide and support me every step of the way and gave me updated tools that actually work! The one-on-one sessions and private lessons each week were beyond anything I could have imaged, so supportive and willing to spend the extra time in areas most dogs would have blazed through things, Odin needed the extra support for him to become more confident. I know now every dog moves at their own pace and you need to be patient. My training journey isn't over with Odin and glad you guys are apart of mine and Odin's journey. Can't wait until I can eventually show off Odin once he becomes a service dog and let everyone know who helped me get there. Thank you from Odin and Me! See you all later! Rooted Dog Training exceeded our expectations.

I had an amazing experience with Rooted Dog Training! Chloe is incredibly knowledgeable, kind,…read morepatient, and genuinely cares about both the dogs and their owners. Emily is equally wonderful--warm, compassionate, and supportive throughout the entire process. They both clearly love what they do, and it shows in every interaction. When I started, my almost 3-year-old pug mix, Fifi, struggled with barking, reactivity, separation anxiety, and had no reliable recall or response to commands. I was feeling overwhelmed, and even being at home had become stressful. While the training journey had its challenges, especially as a first-time dog owner with no prior experience, Chloe and Emily were there to guide and support me every step of the way. Their patience and encouragement gave me the confidence to keep learning alongside Fifi. The one-on-one sessions each week were invaluable, giving me the opportunity to receive real-time feedback in a supportive, judgment-free environment. The improvement in Fifi has been amazing. She's so much calmer, listens to commands, and we can finally take her out without worrying she'll bark at every person we pass. We actually enjoy our walks now, and even life at home is so much more relaxed. I can't thank Chloe and Emily enough for giving me the tools and confidence to help Fifi thrive. Rooted Dog Training exceeded our expectations.