Gina @ PacwestK9 is amazing! This is a truly exceptional facility for anyone seeking high -quality…read moredog training, daycare, or boarding. As a cautious pet parent, my spouse and I had high standards for who we trusted with our dog, and the PacwestK9 team met them all. Gina's training skills are outstanding, providing a perfect balance of structure and care. Additionally, Evie provides an excellent client experience by keeping scheduling organized and stress-free. We are so thankful for their services and the positive impact they've had on our dog.

I first took my dog to Gina about 7 years ago for behavior modification when he was about a year…read moreold. Gina graciously helped us through my dog's reactive behaviors and taught me how to better understand him. My dog had Parvo as a puppy and unfortunately became very reactive towards people and other dogs afterwards. Gina is extremely knowledgeable and she was very kind and patient with me and my pup. She truly has a way with dogs and can tell you everything just from their body language. I have recommended her to friends and family, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a high quality trainer in the area. I recently went out of town for 4 days and was so thankful to board my dog with Gina because I was confident he would be well taken care of which allowed me to enjoy my vacation. Gina is the only person I trust with my dog and we are so grateful to be working with PacwestK9!

The instructor was not for us. It seemed like pit bulls were not a breed she'd want to work with…read more(which we have a pit bull). She scared me when she said my chihuahua and scottie will absolutely never get along with our newly adopted pittie Koa. She also said Pittie's were hard to train and that she would need at least 6 sessions at almost $1k to train our pittie when Chris had him trained in 2 weeks. She also mentioned about him "hurting" our toddler and even offered to "re-home" our Ko It's six months since we've adopted our Pittie and they're BFFs. Anyone with pitties PLEASE DO NOT go here!

I really enjoyed the direct and sometimes humorous approach of the puppy kindergarten. At a very…read moreyoung age our pup was learning some good behaviors and we (his people) were learning how our approaches effect our pooch.

Finding the right trainer for a reactive dog can feel overwhelming, but working with Rocky Junior's…read moreDog Training made all the difference for us. Our dog Sophie had leash reactivity that made walks stressful and unpredictable. From the first session, Jeff Salter approached the issue with patience, clarity, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. He focused on helping Sophie feel safe and confident rather than just trying to "stop" the behavior. Jeff taught us how to read Sophie's body language, manage triggers, and respond calmly in real-world situations. The techniques were practical and easy to apply on everyday walks--not just during training sessions. We saw steady progress, quicker recovery when triggers appeared, and a noticeable improvement in Sophie's overall confidence. What I appreciated most was how supportive and judgment-free the process was. Reactivity can be stressful for owners, and Jeff made us feel capable instead of discouraged. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, compassionate reactive dog trainer in Tacoma, I highly recommend Rocky Junior's Dog Training. This experience truly improved our walks and our relationship with our dog.

Jeff Salter the owner of Rocky Junior's Dog Training was recommended to me by Mud Bay Pet Store…read more He has so much experience in dog training and behavior. I am grateful I hired him for my very reactive dog Luna. Not only did Luna learn so much from Jeff but so did my husband and me. His approach is positive, gentle and affective. He covers everything. Highly recommend. Janet C.

Belynda has helped us take training our 8 1/2 month old Akita to the next level. We just finished…read moreher 8-week course, and it was amazing to see how much our pup has grown. Her knowledge on canine behavior and training was evident in each session -- we always left feeling excited about what we had learned. Would absolutely recommend.

I have a 3 year old German Shepard. He was left in my vehicle while I was a driver for UBER. Tried…read moreto find a home for him for a couple of years, wasn't ready for another dog. Never was able to find him a good home, Ended up keeping him. Around July of last year, figured it was time to get him some training. Took him to a few trainers, they all classified him as "A Reactive Dog" and he was untrainable. Saw an advertisement for Emerald Meadows, sent Belynda an email explaining the situation. She took him on with no questions asked. The transformation with Cooper has been amazing. She not only spends training time with your dog, but she also trains the human on how to train your dog. I highly recommend her services. Cooper and I will continue to go to her classes.

We took our German Shepard Puppy, Sparkles, for puppy training (puppy package - 8 sessions). She…read moreis now 8 months old and we had such an amazing time with Garrett and David the trainers. They helped me probably more than the pup....meaning really the work is for us as the owner to do. So you will need to do the work and do the practicing at home. All the time and effort was so worth it. We have an amazing dog and she and I are both super calm. I can take her anywhere with me and she does amazing out in public. With my 5 yr old daughter she does awesome as well. We just got kittens and she is best friends with the kitties now also. Thank you Garrett and David...we definitely appreciate you so much! i would give you 10 stars if that were an option.

Garrett Stevens is truly one-of-a-kind when it comes to dog training. His unorthodox style may not…read morebe what you'd expect, but that's exactly what makes him so effective. Our Great Pyrenees was stubborn, independent, and we honestly weren't sure if we'd ever get through to him. Garrett changed everything. Instead of relying on cookie-cutter methods, Garrett took the time to really understand our dog's personality and gave us tools that actually worked. His approach is calm, intuitive, and based on building trust and respect--not just obedience. The difference has been night and day. Because of Garrett, our Pyr is finally on the right path to success. Walks are no longer a battle, our home is more peaceful, and most importantly, our dog is happier and more confident. If you're looking for a trainer who gets results, thinks outside the box, and truly cares about both the dog and the owner, Garrett Stevens at Alpha and Omega Dog Training is the best there is.

I'm very grateful to be in Anne's classes with my recently adopted Doodle. Her tips and techniques…read moreare very useful. I am able to enjoy going for walks with Kona now without worry he will pull me along. Jumping on people is something that has been a problem and Anne has given good advice for working on positive approaches to correct this. I appreciate how Anne is able to pick up on behaviors and individualize the training even in a group setting. We have a lot to learn, but I'm confident Anne's training will work with practice.

I have to say that I think dog training is a crap shoot, at best. While I really liked Anne, I…read morefelt that she kept "trying new things" because what she came up with wasn't working. I have a small rescue dog whose issue was twofold. She needed socialization, especially when it comes to visitors at the door and barking (which can only come in time) and she developed a habit of being very vocal and aggressive towards other dogs on our walks. Anne's solution was to reward her with treats when she is being quiet and to have my dog and I retreat behind a door when she's barking, only to start again. This is not a good solution for the real world, because when my dog is focused on another dog, she is 100 percent not interested in the treats and I cannot retreat behind an object or something while walking in my neighborhood. I recently watched an episode of Dog Whisperer, and he had much different techniques. I also have just started scooping her up and pushing her nose down continuously until she stops yelping. This has really helped. I'm not hurting her, but she does not like it, so if Cesar's technique doesn't work, I will continue with that. I have arthritis in my hands, and during my third of fourth sessions, it was made much worse because of my dog pulling on her leash for an hour. When Anne texted me that I was late for my fourth session, I messaged her back, saying I couldn't handle another hour of my hand in pain and that I wasn't able to reach her so that's why I hadn't called to cancel. I told her that her technique was not working AT ALL, I felt it was a waste of my time, and I was going to try other options. It was at this point that I expected a refund, at least a partial refund, because that was $385 out the window. Silence. So this is why I am writing a Yelp review.

This dog trainer is awesome, we adore him and so do the dogs. Recommended for anybody who needs…read moreone on site.

James has been great. Always shows up as scheduled, tries out new things to give the dog a…read moreworkout--including running the dog while he rides a bike (very good), and documents length of the walk with an online pedometer thingy you can check. He even takes pics of the tired, happy dog when they are done and contacts you on gmail or facebook to give you the update. We live outside his normal radius, closer toward Pasadena, and he comes over everyday for Lulu's walk. I think he just genuinely likes dogs and people, and enjoys what he does. I recommend him highly.

Our dog has been going to Dayna's whenever our family would go on vacation for nearly ten years…read more She takes such great care of him that when it comes time for pick up, he doesn't want to come home!

Dayna is great. My dog has been with her for a few months off and on. We did 11 days of boarding…read moreand weekly daycare. She has strict requirements but its worth it for my dogs happiness and safety.