Dale has a natural understanding of dog behavior. Our dogs progressed with each lesson. From simple…read morecommands to more complex, they learned better self-control and problem solving. Utilizing positive reinforcement, we have helped them to develop better impulse control. With Dale's suggestions, our dogs now enjoy and stimulate their minds with dog puzzles, lick mats and agility sticks. We were amazed how simple redirecting of our thinking helped our pups advance. If you follow his lead, (no pun intended) and put in the work, you too will get results. Thanks again Dale!

Dale Buchanan is a top notch dog trainer! He comes to your house for one-on-one training with your…read moredog. Dale is reliable, on time, and communicates well. He worked with our 3-year-old French bulldog and taught me so many invaluable skills to bring out Louis Mac's potential. I learned the importance of mental stimulation and problem-solving to keep our dog out of mischief. Dale helped me to find what Louis enjoys doing, which "rewards" motivate Louis, and all along the way, Dale was there to demonstrate and to provide valuable feedback. I highly recommend Top Gun Dog Training with Dale Buchanan.

If I could give less stars, I would. Today I came across a dog that was trained by Ciara Stevens…read moreand the poor thing was traumatized. He had to be sedated to even be groomed. What's the point of even going into dog training as a career if you're just going to manhandle them into submission?! Remember the name Ciara Stevens and keep your pets FAR away from anything she's associated with.

We took our Golden Doodle to K-9 Off Leash and it was the best experience. Ciara explained the…read moreprocess and it was amazing how quick Gemma picked up on the training. I highly recommended this tracing program. Greg

We are so glad we found Kristine! We have an 8 month old golden doodle and we needed help. Kristine…read moregave us the tools and techniques that worked best for our pup. She was so easy to work with and always available for guidance. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Follow My Lead provides personalized in-home dog training in Huntsville Alabama and the surrounding…read moreareas. We are dedicated to helping local pet owners build lasting loving relationships with their pets based on trust and obedience! Our clients enjoy personalized in-home programs that are tailor made for their unique situation.

My experience was excellent. Our class happened to be small and the instruction was essentially…read moreone-on-one. The instructors were patient, calming, and completely tuned in to my dog, Charlie, as well as to me. I was as much a student as Charlie was, so learning together was fun and effective! I would highly recommend Island Dog.

We have taken at least 10 different classes from Island Dog. The instructors and training are…read moreexcellent! I refer all my friends with dogs to Margie and her trainers. Her trainers are all certified with years of experience. They are patient with your dogs and you! Their philosophy is about helping you create a bond with your pet as you learn together. I can testify their training works! We are signed up for playground this March. You will be more than pleased to become trained partners with your dog at Island Dog Training.

I've been training all my dogs at HOTC for about 40 years now. They have great classes that teach…read moreyou how to train your dog at all levels from puppy and basic manners through advanced competition. They even do fun stuff like flyball, agility, and freestyle. It's an all-volunteer organization to boot.

HOTC is an exceptional organization with many training and trial programs and events. Instructors…read moreare top notch with training programs below the normal for the area. Highly recommended!

I gave the lowest rating possible but the rating is actually worst. I boarded my dog there for six…read moredays . When I picked her up she could barely walk, was vomiting and had diarrhea. She had lost weight. The cameras went out several times and I had to call about them not working. My dog had to go for emergency treatment after I picked her up but ended up dying a week later. My dog was perfectly fine when I dropped her off but died a week after being picked up from this horrible place. No one should ever use this facility if you care anything about your pet. These people should not even be in the business of boarding animals because they don't care about your pets.

Do not take your dogs here! My dogs were mistreated and not taken care of. Our 10 month old Bulldog…read morehad feces matted to her rear end. After we gave her a much needed bath we could see that her skin was irritated. There is no telling how long she was sitting in her poop. When I gave our Lab a bath he also had dog poop on him. This leads me to believe that that are cleaning the rooms properly. When I called to let the manager know she had no solution to the issues and seemed not to care. I am still waiting to hear back from the owner. This business needs to be shut down! If you care about your pets do not take them here!!

Horrible customer service , very rude , not helpful at all. I was asking simple questions and the…read morelady hung up in the middle of a question

Clean and friendly . Our dogs like staying. We make sure we set our appointment early, to make sure…read morewe have a spot during the holidays

Loki spent some time at The Copper Cottage Canines for basic obedience training, and WOW--what a…read moretransformation! He's always been a sweet boy, but his manners needed a little polishing. Brandon and Nicole absolutely delivered! I received fun updates, adorable pictures, and even video calls whenever I needed a check-in. The training results were fantastic--Loki now walks calmly on a leash, comes when called, and actually listens to commands! It was exactly what I asked for, and they nailed it. He got to socialize, play in the beautiful turfed yard, and most importantly, he was treated like family. I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Loki loved it there, and I could tell he had the best time learning and growing. Huge thanks to The Copper Cottage Canines for turning basic obedience into a fun, positive, tail-wagging success!

From the owner: Hi there! I’m a professional dog trainer and AKC Evaluator with a passion for helping dogs and…read moretheir humans thrive together. At The Copper Cottage Canines, we offer customized, real-world training solutions and also raise elite Giant Schnauzers from top European working lines. We specialize in: • One-on-One Private Lessons • Board & Train Programs • Puppy Training & AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy • Obedience (Basic to Advanced) • Leash Manners & Recall • Behavior issues (barking, jumping, anxiety, etc.) • Aggression & Reactivity (fear, guarding, reactivity to dogs/humans) I’ve titled multiple dogs in IGP and AKC and am proud to offer CGC and S.T.A.R. Puppy testing as an official AKC Evaluator. Highlights Free Consultations Virtual & In-Person Options Serving Southeast USA AKC Evaluator Experienced with Working Breeds & Aggression Cases Meet Our Dogs We breed, raise, and train world-class Giant Schnauzers with top working bloodlines: Copper’s Courage Wisdom and Grace – The only IGP1 Pepper Salt Giant Schnauzer in the United States. Great Dragon Fantom Chlumu – 2023 Czech Republic Junior National Champion, BH titled in IGP. Both are actively training and showing.

I have been using Canine Solutions for years, and my dog was thrilled to go for a spa day and just…read moreloved Amanda. However, Amanda is no longer at Canine, and with every visit, there seems to be a different staff (red flag). During the last visit, I was very disappointed in the quality of the grooming. My dog's nails were barely trimmed, she was covered in loose hair, did not smell clean, and was desperate to get out of there, which was out of character for her. She wasn't herself for several days. There appears to be a lot going on at Canine. A drop in the quality of grooming, increased pricing, an additional charge for using a credit card, and high employee turnover are all signs of a business in distress. I probably could work around some of these issues, but the fact that now my dog is literally scared about going there is just not acceptable.

My dogs were so well cared for while they were groomed, they will definitely be going back to…read moreCanine Solutions. In fact, I have already pre booked their next grooming appointment. This facility is clean and very well cared for. I knew it would be a good experience for my dogs after the first few minutes of walking in the large grass area. Canine Solutions has a fire hydrant in the middle of the grass. It took me a few minutes to try and figure out if it was real or fake. After realizing how much time my dogs took peeing on the fire hydrant, it dawned on me why it was there. The staff loves dogs. All of the cute pictures on the walls and the kindness and care they showed for my dogs was truly special. When I picked up my dogs after their grooming, the dogs looked great! But even more important, they were calm and happy. My dogs enjoyed their time at Canine Solutions. Looking forward to bringing my dogs back for their next grooming. Also may check them out for boarding in the future.

I cannot recommend Spoiled Waggin Tails dog boarding service enough! She truly went above and…read morebeyond in caring for my two dogs and two cats while I was out of the country for six weeks. Not only did she take fantastic care of my pets, but she also handled my diabetic cat's insulin shots with ease and care, which gave me peace of mind. Throughout my time away, Amanda kept me updated with regular photos and messages, so I could see how my pets were doing, even with the time difference. It was so thoughtful of her to keep me connected to them when I missed them so much. When my trip got unexpectedly extended by two weeks, Amanda was incredibly flexible and didn't raise the rate, simply updating my invoice until I returned. I really appreciated her understanding and fairness. The property where my pets stayed is spacious and perfect for animals to roam and play, and you can tell Amanda and her team genuinely care for the animals like their own. I'm so grateful to have found such a trustworthy and reliable place for my pets. If you're looking for someone to board your furry friends, I highly recommend Amanda--she knows exactly what she's doing and will treat your pets with the utmost love and attention. 10/10, would absolutely recommend!

From the owner: We offer long term boarding, private kennel suites, pet sitting for cats and dogs with private cat…read more"apartments" and outdoor "catios" for our feline clients, Doggy daycare, In home pet care services (drop in care including feeding, walking, & playtime), and dog grooming. We have daily activities to keep your pets mind and body busy while you are away including an indoor agility course, treadmill, water days in the summer, and more. We provide daily reports and photos unless you request not to be bothered. All kennels and main areas are equipped with security cams so that you can check on and see your pets. We also use Fi Series 3 tracking collars on every single k9 boarder (air tags and tile trackers for cats) as an added security measure. They can be tracked anywhere with these amazing collars and you also recieve a link to monitor them as it tracks their movement, daily activity, steps, and more. We are located on 14 acres of property giving our clients plenty of room to run around, and we go on walks, and hikes they absolutely love! We also offer dog grooming by a certified groomer and have a salon on site. Pet First Aid and CPR Certified USDA Certified Pet Transporter Certified Groomer Licensed Insured We also offer pick up and drop off service to/from Huntsville, Madison, Athens, Elkmont along with the rest of Madison County and Limestone County free of charge.