We couldn't be happier with Concierge K-9 Training! Joshua and Kayla have been amazing with our…read moreRhodesian Ridgeback, Mack. We were unsure which program to choose but went with the off-leash program, and it was the best decision. Mack went from a high-energy puppy who struggled with listening, jumping, and leash pulling to a well-mannered, confident dog. With a one-year-old at home, having hands-free control over our large dog has been life-changing. The program's results have been night and day for our family. You can tell Joshua and Kayla truly care for and bond with every dog that comes through their programs, which made us feel so comfortable trusting them with Mack. An added bonus is their boarding option for program graduates, which includes a training refresh. It's a relief knowing we can leave Mack with people we trust while we're away. We can't recommend Joshua, Kayla, and Concierge K-9 Training enough. Their expertise and care have truly transformed our lives--and Mack's!

Put my 2 years old Doberman Pincher Kratos in his 2 weeks board and training program, my baby boy…read morecame came so structured but still my lovable boy. Joshua is very knowledgeable and is very responsive to his customers. Thankful for his hard work.

We took classes from Robin years ago with our first Beagle and are now enrolled with our latest…read moreBeagle puppy. They are truly experts and they actually remembered our first dog! Very kind and professional.

Robin is incredible. We adopted our dog and after taking him to a different obedience and a growly…read moredog class, neither of which helped much at all, we found Robin. We told her our dog gets overly excited when he sees other dogs and will bark etc, so asked if we could do a 1:1 session in our neighborhood. She suggested Green Lake and I said he would lose his mind with so many dogs. She said it would be fine and to our surprise she really helped redirect his behavior and it was a lot better than we thought. She gave us lots of info and after we decided to enroll in her basic obedience class in Seattle. The class was night and day compared to the first we took. Our dog was with the other two dogs and learned to socialize so well (in the first class we had to be separated so he wouldn't bark which stressed him out even more). The class was full of good ways to teach basic commands and you can tell how much she loves dogs by how sweet and loving she is with them. I highly recommend her class for anyone who wants to help their dog learn basic obedience.

We LOVE this place. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. Our dog moved with us and we were…read moretrying to find a place where we can have daycare and grooming in one place. Our dog had his first grooming and I will say it has been way better than our previous one. They "groom with care" at Pickles and even texted me a picture and asked if it was okay. If you are looking for a one stop shop for your dogs needs, this is the place.

Very unprofessional business practices. Read the responses on the 1 -3 star reviews, just shocking…read moreto speak to patrons in such a manner. This business operates out of emotion and scare tactics with their responses to conflict. Customer service is not the main objective with this particular establishment. Take your familyanimals somewhere else, and get treated like a respected patron. I booked a boarding stay past the 10 day cancellation policy and needed to cancel due to my work trip being cancelled. I respectfully requested a cancellation one time forgiveness ( 8 day notice) and was met with a hard no, no way, not gonna happen response. I asked if we could possibly meet in the middle since it would have cost me $700 to board when it was no longer needed.The response was no, we have a 10 day cancellation policy and then ranted about paying the staff. Buyer beware they could care less about you as a future patron just want your one time chunk of money.

I thought I was not going to be able to keep my German Shepherd because she was so reactive to…read morethings like rabbits and squirrels and particularly other dogs. Matt helped me work with her on these issues, and also gave me tools to use when I am out with her to manage situations that might arise. She is still a work in progress, but the key concept is progress. Even our neighbor commented on how much better she is doing. I am definitely keeping her now!

We recently moved to the Seattle area from San Diego, and the transition was tough on our dog,…read moreOllie. We started noticing increased anxiety, aggression, and reactivity, especially on walks around our apartment and around strangers. Luckily, we found Matt online, and he has been a total game-changer. What truly impressed us was Matt's depth of knowledge, you could tell he really understood the unique personality and needs of the dogs he worked with, and this translated into tailored training recommendations. Matt has helped build Ollie's confidence so much! Ollie is now much calmer and significantly less reactive to strangers and other triggers. Ollie has also learned to look to us more in anxiety-inducing situations, which is invaluable. He is able to dismiss stuff that previously would have set him off! Matt helped improve his leash walking so much, and Ollie is now able to heel like a rockstar--so much less pulling and way more focus! His reactivity around the neighborhood to triggers has decreased significantly. Plus, Ollie has learned some cool new tricks, like how to stop on command. Matt provided many extra tools for our toolbox when navigating tricky situations. We truly can't recommend him enough!

Fox K9 is a fantastic dog training company. I run a dog rescue. One of our dogs was returned to us…read moreafter being adopted for over two years because the adopters said she was attacking the other dogs in her home. The owner of this company worked with her for months. Now our dog is a happy, safe with other dogs, companion. The owner taught a husky to "place" and "heel", not an easy thing to do. Use Fox K9 for your dog training!

Sophia worked with me when she was based in the Bay Area. We have a Border Collie mix that was…read morerefusing commands when off leash, a big deal when walking in open areas with my toddler. She not only helped me regain authority with the dog, but I now reach out to her as needed and she coaches me from afar! Her training has given us the best possible environment for the dog.

Competitive pricing. Attentive staff to both humans and pups! Love the offering of hours of large…read moreoutdoor multi-dog play space which is very different than most other boarding companies. It's a bit of a drive for us from Bellevue, but well worth it. [PS - It's unfortunate that the pictures of an injured dog show up first. Not challenging their validity, but our dog has stayed at DWR multiple times without incident.]

Contacted about their dog daycare; learned they have breed restrictions (don't accept pitbulls)…read more Would be nice if this had at least been listed on their webpage with vaccination and other requirements.

Our dog, Mazie, loves going to Zoom Room in Bellevue for training! Ava, our instructor, gives kind…read moreand professional feedback to us during our sessions. I also think that having the structure of a class makes us better dog parents. Thank you, Zoom Room!

I moved here from Florida where my dog and I had taken months of agility training from an excellent…read moreZoom Room franchise. I was hoping to continue here but, alas, the Bellevue center was not even close to the caring and lovely center I left behind. My dog and I were charged $25 for an assessment although I walked out after a few minutes; the physical and emotional environment, the staff attitude - everything was sketchy and did not feel comfortable. My dog was adored by the trainers in Florida and clearly would not be here. It is sad but I will need to find a different place for classes.

Katie was recommended to us right off the bat when we adopted our border terrier puppy. Due to…read moreCOVID, he did not receive any real training for the first 2 years of his life. We have been paying for that dearly! Katie has trained us, how to train our dog. Her method is simple and effective. The classes are always fun and well organized. Zorro can walk calmly on a leash, ignore other dogs, and accept treats from strangers, all huge accomplishments. The only downside is the commute to Woodinville from our home in seattle. Not fun at 5 pm. Though after 2 other failed attempts at training, we'll worth the hassle. Thank you Katie! We will be back for more!

Katie is an awesome dog trainer. She really helps you connect with your dog. We used her to help us…read morewith both our German Shepherds. Great techniques and the class is overall fun for everyone. My puppy still had a lot of work to go but I now have the tools I need to help us both. We will be going back for the next series of classes.

Steve and his team of trainers at Nitro K9 are the real deal. Both our young dogs have benefited…read morefrom Nitro's level 1 and 2 classes, and so it's very easy to recommend Nitro if you're looking for a trainer. It is worth acknowledging that Nitro makes use of prong and e-collars in their training method, and if you have concerns about these tools, I am happy to report there's nothing to be concerned about. I have witnessed my dog gaze up lovingly and with attention at Steve while under his guidance on a prong collar; you could feel the genuine connection between trainer and dog. This kind of experience was enough for me to put any concerns I had aside and welcome the training. It's also worth noting that Steve himself can be a bit of a personality, unafraid to speak his mind and get into a range of discussion topics. Underneath the personality is a genuine human, who wants nothing more than for dogs to receive the training that will most help them get along inside the home and the world. Thanks, Steve and Nitro K9 for your help with our dogs!

After suddenly losing one of our dogs in October 2025, our 10 yo Doberman was so heartbroken. He…read morebecame critically ill, resulting in over $5,000 in emergency vet bills and little improvement. We swore to no more dogs but then we saw Mia, a 9-month-old, Doberman puppy found on the street in LA by animal control. Her leg was degloved, necrotic and filled with maggots. She was intercepted by a rehab, received amputation and much needed medical attention. We followed her story for a couple months, hoping she would find a home, but she didn't. Somehow, we caved, did the unthinkable and flew to Los Angeles, scooping her up and driving her back to Washington in a rental car mid-winter. She was terrified, ferrell and full of dominant "spicy" energy so we booked an appointment with one of the top positive-treat-based trainers with reactive-dog expertise in the state, to help us introduce our dogs upon return and it was a disaster. Our senior exploded in pure terror, barking and lunging. She tossed treats; they ignored her. Twenty minutes in she shrugged, said she had "no magic wand," sent us home and refunded half our session. 2 days later she emailed us suggesting we rehome Mia to a foster "for our safety" which felt like a slap in the face. The very next day we thoroughly researched every trainer in Washington, and Nitro K-9 stood head and shoulders above the rest. I emailed Steve and he called back within minutes with genuine understanding, zero judgment, got us in within days and made our 2-hour commute in separate cars well worth it. In the first ten minutes Steve had both dogs calmly obeying, walking together on leash, and listening! He instantly saw what the other trainer missed: our senior was fear-reactive, meaning he was scared. Steve and North have taught us clear communication and connection with our dogs. They've taught us how to properly command quick correction and full attention using high-quality prong collars, like a mother dog's natural nips. No pain, no fear, no endless treats or bribes, just genuine praise, affection, and connection, the way real bonds and parenting work. He showed us how to step into calm leadership so our dogs could relax, trust, and stop carrying the burden themselves. He stayed by our side through every panicked text, every "what now?" and our dog's transformation is nothing short of miraculous. Mia is happy, confident and loves her big brother now. Our senior knows his role and is playing with her like a puppy again. They love each other and actually enjoy being together! If you're a reactive, rescue, fearful or high-drive dog parent, have been let down by "treat-motivated training" and have avoided prong collars because of the myths, you have been misinformed like we were. Don't give up, stop scrolling and call Nitro, I promise you won't regret it! IWe are forever grateful!