Arcadia Dog Ranch (Ryan) is the only place I will bring my dogs. Sadie, who has now passed, got…read moreexcited pulling up to two places. One being my parents farm and the other Ryan's home. Sadie knew we would be leaving her for multiple days always and still was excited to see Ryan. My dog got a vacation while I got a vacation. Our new puppy, Whisky, is 6 months old and we had to leave her for 12 days. Whisky has extreme attachment issues to me and also a lot of energy. Whisky loved being at Ryan's home and I felt at ease while on vacation. Ryan has acres for the dogs to play and they sleep in Ryan's home. No kennels and there is someone always home with the dogs. I would give Ryan's place 10 stars if I could.

I'm so thankful for Arcadia Dog Ranch. My pup is always eager to see the staff; and they give her…read morethe very best, loving care.

We take our dogs for training and for nail trims. This is a dog trainer that knows *people* as much…read moreas dogs. All of the issues I was having with my dog were related to *me* and not to the dog! The training class was invaluable. Dogs are family, but they are not *human*. We take all of our dogs for nail trims and putting them in a harness and taking them off the ground makes the dogs so relaxed! I think they fall asleep during their nail trims! The owner and the staff really love and care for the dogs. And they know what's best for them

Awesome spot with excellent training and care. Deneese will whip the humans and Dogs into shape!…read moreDoggy daycare is run well and ask for a nail trim too if your dog needs it.

I have a 1 year old 75lb Labrador retriever who is nervous around medium-large dogs. For months, we…read morebrought her to dog parks only to come home feeling dejected because Luna would bark at, and boycott certain dogs (even 5 month old puppies). We wanted to nip this medium/large dog "trauma" out of Luna's system, so she can feel safe and enjoy the company of other dogs. When we came to julya with this issue, (in the midst of a last minute trip) julya was assuring and patient. She had given Luna a slow introduction to the rest of the pack and allowed Luna to process the surrounding changes at her pace. After 3 nights with Julya, Luna came home and slept for a whole day. She was happy and tired as could be (which is always a great sign). However, the more amazing thing is the changes in her at the dog park. I could see her hesitation at first but by the second time we brought her to the dog park, she was playing with labradors, pitbulls, Great Danes and chihuahuas alike. If you're having the same issue with your dog, or if your dog has gone through an incident like mine, meeting the right people & pack does wonders.

Let me start by saying we had our dogs here 4 times within a year and a half. Most of the stays…read morewere a couple weekends. When we left them for 2 weeks and picked them back up, we promised ourself Never Again! If you want undelivered promises of updates, dogs with a serious eyes fungus every single time your dogs are picked up reagrdless of length of stay, love a dog covered in excrement smells combined with hippy cologne this is the perfect place for you. I almost forgot, she charged me for 3 days once and my dogs were there for 1.5 days and argued with me when I presented her the facts. Never again will I put my dogs in this s hole.

We have brought our dog Nugget here twice so far and actually have a third stay booked in the…read morecoming months. I really like how they invite you out to meet your dog beforehand to ensure it will be a good fit. Mark also gave us a tour of the entire facility--he was great to speak and schedule with. The rest of the staff is very friendly and you can tell they are passionate about caring for the pups. They take any instructions you leave them seriously (such as feeding instructions, specific care, etc). The property is absolutely beautiful and you can tell the design was very intentional and made by someone who loves dogs. Every time we pick up Nugget she acts as if she doesn't even recognize us! She has so much fun and I love getting to see her photos of her time here--she always looks so happy and even makes a couple of new friends. This really is a special boarding facility; it is unlike anything you'll find anywhere else and it is so worth the drive. You really have to see it to see just how impressive the property is. P.S.: if you have a very anxious dog with severe separation anxiety, it's probably best you don't leave them at ANY boarding facility. Consider an in-home pet sitter instead.

Mark ruined our experience. we've gone here three times at least. this last time the check we…read morebrought was for the wrong amount. they told us to bring back a check or cash to close the bill. due to a surgery and illness it took us two days to get the check in the mail. before we could get it the mail Mark called my wife to yell at her for not "having his money". He was way too aggressive and threatening. Although the rest of the staff was pleasant and understanding and professional we won't be going back and cannot recommend them anymore.

Brought our dog here with only a little notice and still able to get the dates we needed. Online…read morebooking site easy to navigate/set up. Quick response for confirmation. Half is due as deposit up front. Other half can be billed when you pick up. Private country space with clean dog rooms with outside access all day. Several play areas to allow dogs to play together or be separated as needed. LOTS of toys for dogs to access. Room had bucket of water, elevated bed, but we were able to bring in own bed as well. Blanket provided too. Our dog had a great experience here. She played and ran around. I received an update before the trip was over with photos of our sweet girl outside with the others. When we picked up I was given another update. Our girl didn't get along with one dog and they kept them apart as needed which was appreciated. She looked great upon pick up and came home to nap, clearly having had plenty of exercise. We are very pleased with our experience here and have already booked for our next trip.

We've been repeat customers at Northwest Dog Retreat, and we can't say enough good things about…read morethem! Our dog Hank always has a wonderful time there and we know he's cared for just as well as he is at home. The communication while we're away is outstanding, and we really appreciate the frequent photo updates that the owners Carol and Patrick. It's such a comfort knowing Hank is having his own little vacation while we're on ours. Highly recommend!

Brenda and Angela have taken care of my pets (cats and rabbit) for years whenever I go out of town…read more They are ultra reliable, professional, kind and caring. Love them!

The ladies both give you the best care to your furry friend ! I'm so grateful I found them for my…read more fur baby while I am ! I will be a forever client !

This is the kind of place you don't want to share with everyone, because if the secret got out Joe…read morewould always be booked. At the same time, you want to shout from the rooftops how INCREDIBLE it is! We couldn't fathom the idea of our dog staying locked up in a kennel all day, and like a previous reviewer we were lucky enough to find Joe through a recommendation of another boarding facility. He is truly a dog lover and it shows. He spends time with the dogs like they're family - exactly what any dog owner would hope for when they're away. His place is beautiful, peaceful and honestly a dog heaven. It's the total opposite of a traditional kennel where the dogs look like they're so bored they're going crazy. We drive about an hour away to take our pup here and would not even think about going anywhere else.

My family and I are new to Washington and were looking for a great place to board our Labrador mix…read morefor 5 nights around Christmas, and Canine Social Club was recommended to us by a different boarding facility that was full. We are so glad we took their recommendation because Joe, the owner of the facility, was absolutely phenomenal. It is situated on a large property and our dog was able to run and play every day (weather permitting), and at night she was in a warm and cozy kennel with other dogs. Joe also texted us letting us know he took our pup on a one-on-one walk down by the river so she could warm up to him! He sent us several pictures of our dog while we were away and we were so relieved that she was being taking care of by a caring individual who simply loves dogs. The hours are great and Joe charges per over-night, so we were able to pick up our pup at 7:30 at night as soon as we flew in without having to pay an extra fee. We are so glad that we now have a go-to place for boarding when we have to be away.

Nitro K-9 went above and beyond for me and my service dog…read more After another company took advantage of me while I was recovering from a brain hemorrhage, I was honestly feeling overwhelmed and unsure of who I could trust. Finding Nitro K-9 was such a blessing. From the very beginning, Steve treated me with kindness, patience, and genuine understanding. He didn't just see my dog as another training project--he took the time to understand what I needed and how important my service dog is to my life. The difference in the quality of training, communication, and care has been incredible. I feel so much more confident knowing my dog is being trained by someone who truly cares about doing things the right way. I cannot say enough good things about Nitro K-9. Steve has restored my faith in finding people who are honest, compassionate, and genuinely invested in helping both the dog and the person. If you are looking for someone to trust with your service dog, I would recommend Nitro K-9 without hesitation. Steve is truly amazing! Thank you, Steve, for everything you have done for me and my boy. We are so grateful for you!

We rescued our Doberman from Texas when he was seven months old. He and his littermates had been…read morefound abandoned on a property, dirty and starving. When we brought him home he could barely focus on us. On walks, he reacted to every plane overhead and every bird, and it seemed like he barely noticed we were there. He had no leash training at all, and was destructive at times, ripping up and eating his dog beds and even chewing drywall. He was a sweet boy, but so anxious and unsettled. That's when we found Steve. Someone I know personally recommended him, as he helped her transform her anxious and very reactive dog when she had almost lost hope. When you first meet him you'll see the big beard, the tattoos, hear the loud music playing at his facility. Beyond the tough exterior, at his core, he is incredibly passionate, very sensitive, and cares immensely for dogs. He is devoted to showing owners how to truly connect with their dogs. Not through bribing their dog for attention with treats, but through building real connection, communication, focus, and trust. He wants you to have a dog who is devoted to you because of your relationship, not because you're waving a treat at them. Watching him work with dogs is incredible. He communicates so naturally through his energy, this centered embodied focus that your dog will respond to immediately. His verbal commands, hand gestures, position, and focus are all aligned and incredibly precise, and this makes it crystal clear to your dog what he wants them to do. It's inspiring to see and makes you want to work hard to achieve that yourself one day. He's also good at working with humans. At one of our first sessions, before showing me a leash handling technique, he quickly paused and asked first if it was okay to touch my hands to demonstrate. I was surprised he even thought to ask. It would have been so easy to miss this as a man, and it showed a lot about who he is. In addition to teaching you the technical skills, he also coaches you. The farther along you get in training, the harder certain skills can get to execute, and he's right there telling you to stop being a perfectionist, that you're doing better than you think, and to keep going. And when something finally clicks, he is genuinely excited for you and your dog. I also appreciate his passion and expertise on the proper nutrition dogs need to be truly healthy, physically and mentally. If you aren't already feeding your dog high quality raw or fresh food, he will encourage you to and educate you on how important it is. He'll explain that nutrition is actually a critical component of your dogs' mental state and ability to achieve focus. He also recommended several supplements that helped transform our pup's gut and skin health, and turned his coat from itchy and flaky to shiny and healthy - he now looks like a seal and legitimately gets compliments everywhere on his coat. Our dog is now a year old, still very much a puppy for the Doberman breed. We've had him for just 5 months and he is able to go with me to stores and sit outdoors at restaurants and settle in quietly. We no longer worry about him being destructive in the house. He does well with other dogs of all sizes and even those who aren't well-behaved. At dog parks when something chaotic is happening, our dog is now able to disengage and stay focused on me instead of joining in like he would have before. People genuinely can't believe how young he is or that we haven't had him very long and constantly comment on how calm he is. He's also able to be gentle and snuggle with our 17 year old cat. What Steve gave us went so far beyond training. He really helped our dog who had a hard start in life learn to communicate with his humans and finally feel okay in the world. We're so grateful.