Patti has trained both of our English Cream Retrievers and we could not be happier with the…read moreoutcomes. She was knowledgeable, patient, and truly seemed to understand our dogs, despite their differing personalities and temperaments. We had significant house training issues with our younger female, but Patti, with much diligence and patience, was able to successfully train and housebreak her into our now mistake free dog. I cannot say enough great things about our experience with Patti as our dog trainer/boarder, she truly loves dogs and it show in her results-would highly recommend!

We have a 2 1/2 year old Mini Goldendoodle - Louie and overall he's a good dog and we just needed…read morehelp with certain commands. I watched numerous training videos online and did a group training (I don't recommend that either) - nothing helps since you need hands on private training and that's how I found Patti on here. We did 6 sessions and she helped us train Louie and focused on his reactivity, basic walking commands, door bell reactions and recall. Patti came over to our house for a few sessions and the rest of the sessions we met at a park or a public place so that she can teach us the real world situations when we're out with Louie. She explains everything very well and why dogs behave the way they do. She'll take photos and videos and send follow up notes as well to help us remember everything we learned each session. It's a lot to learn and you have to continue to practice everything and you'll see a difference in your dog's behavior. We've seen a difference in Louie and very happy with the results. I definitely recommend Patti if you need help training your dog. Thank you so much Patti!

Dog Tired Adventures has been an incredible help in taking my dog out for daily potty outings…read more Kerylin and her staff are extremely kind, professional, reliable, and detail-oriented. In fact, they recently celebrated the company's 10-year anniversary! Their app is easy to use, and you can always look forward to receiving well-written updates after each walk. They are excellent at keeping you informed, and they provide peace of mind; this is exactly what I needed since my dog, Bear, is still young and skittish about the world. During each walk, they know how to accommodate her and encourage her to be brave. If you are a pet parent seeking assistance, reach out to Dog Tired Adventures ASAP.

We trust Dog Tired Adventures completely. The care, the consistency, and the communication are…read moreamazing. The report and photos are the highlight of my day, it's so reassuring to see Marlene happy and well cared for. Highly recommend!

Annalie is amazing. We're so happy with the progress we've made through the five lessons. Teddy,…read moreour cockapoo, loved her from the moment he met her. He was showing off: "See what a good boy I am." I highly recommend Annalie as a trainer. We're continuing the lessons as parents, learning more about our little man's behavior and how to become better parents.

Mitch has really helped us train our new puppy. We bought a package and spread the training out…read moreover a few months. He was so patient and kind and gave us some excellent tips to work with. The package was great because we could practice what we learned, ask questions and slowly build a foundation for structure with our puppy. By the end of our work we were comfortable with basic commands, daily dog walks, interacting with neighborhood dogs and even taking our puppy to a busy park with lots of people and other dogs with ease. We are also doing the puppy classes as part of the package and find them very helpful and complimentary to the individual coaching. Thanks to Mitch and Athens Dog Training for helping our family adjust to adding a puppy into our lives.

Shane is terrific and I learned enough in one lesson to come home a train my dog! Shane has been…read moredoing these for many years and it shows.

DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME. Use Koru training instead!…read more I am beyond frustrated. I contacted Shane via his website form asking if he could train a dog who had bitten. I needed it for a PDA permit and explained the situation. He said he could absolutely help and wanted me to come down and do the training. I asked if we could speak on the phone first to make sure we were a good fit before I spend the money and time to bring my dog down. We played phone tag as he doesn't return calls on a daily basis or even every 2 days. After 2 weeks we finally connected and he acted like he had no idea what I was talking about then said he doesn't do training for dogs that had bitten in the past?! He specifically told me he could help with this in his email and that he would even send a letter confirming completion of the training. Then he changes his mind, said he couldn't help me and wasted 2 weeks of my time. So sounds like he only does easy training like commands. I can do that. Sit, stay, come and walk. I can't believe he doesn't do aggression or behavior training as his website and emails lead you to believe he does. Go with Koru training instead!!! This guy is misleading. Koru is very upfront and has many choices. They are awesome and do it all. In home, board and train, behavior, aggression, everything. All over the East Bay. They were wonderful and not misleading at all.

Aaron has been helping my family with Stella for a while now. First, when Stella was a young puppy…read moreAaron's dog pack walks were the only thing that would tire her out all day. It was such a key service during a time I was quite busy at work. Then I moved overseas & my mother had Stella for 1 year & without Aaron , I don't think my mom could've handled taking care of Stella. As a result of Aaron's services, it made the entire situation so much easier as Stella would be so tired at the end of the day. Thank you Aaron

Aaron has been walking our dog Turlock for a few years now. He was referred to us by a neighbor…read morewhose dog has been with Aaron for even longer. Aaron is the most reliable dog walker we've ever had, and he is so very good with all types of dog personalities. Our dog needs structure first, then his love and adoration is sealed. He has found his alpha in Aaron! He loves Aaron so much and looks forward to his pack walks with his buddies, eagerly sitting at the door in his harness waiting for Aaron to pick him up. He comes home happy and tired - which is perfect for a lab! We wholeheartedly recommend Aaron Uplinger at Dog About Town for your furry friend. Feel free to reach out if you have any specific questions - happy to talk all things Dog About Town.

We can't recommend Andrea and The Hub enough!…read more When we first started training, our dog Raya would bark at every dog she saw. One of our biggest goals was helping her feel calmer and more confident around other dogs, and thanks to Andrea's patience, expertise, and encouragement, we've seen an incredible transformation. Andrea has been supportive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in Raya's progress every step of the way. We've not only seen amazing growth in Raya, but we've also learned so much as dog owners and feel much more confident navigating life with her. We're incredibly grateful to Andrea and The Hub for helping us reach goals.

Honestly, I don't even need to write this review. Bailey already did. The second I say "you wanna…read morego to daycare?" my labradoodle is off the couch and at the door before I've even finished the sentence. Dogs don't lie, and that reaction tells you everything you need to know about The Hub. The staff here are something else. They're warm, they're nurturing, and they actually take the time to know your dog as an individual. Bailey has had a fear of her harness for a while now, and without me even asking, the team has been patiently working with her on it. And it's working. That's not something you do for a dog you don't care about. That's something you do when an animal actually matters to you. And that's the thing about The Hub. Bailey is not just another dog running circles in a yard somewhere. She is known there. She is seen. The staff remember the details, they put in the extra effort, and it shows in ways that genuinely move me as a pet parent. Trust is the whole game when it comes to leaving your dog somewhere. I'm not an easy person to win over on that front, but The Hub earned it fast. I drop Bailey off without a second thought, knowing she's going to be loved on all day by people who truly care. If you want a place where your dog is looked after and not just babysat, this is it. Bailey gives it five stars and so do I. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

So very grateful for Angela and Nikolett at Naughty to Nice Dog Training. When we introduced our…read morelabradoodle, Marlo, to his first class, he was sweet and eager to learn. He soon evolved into a ball of energy with increased enthusiasm and decreased focus. Angela welcomed him with such patience, kindness, and skill. She helped us understand how to channel all that puppy energy in the right direction and ease our concerns when we felt frustrated -- and we felt frustrated A LOT. With guidance and consistency, Marlo not only earned his STAR Puppy Certificate but also his Canine Good Citizen certification--something we honestly doubted would ever happen. What we appreciated most about Naughty to Nice was how supported we felt as new puppy parents. They celebrated every milestone with us and gave us the confidence to continue building on Marlo's learnings. Marlo indeed went from naughty to nice all thanks to this incredible team.

Toshi, my 14 week Shiba puppy and I came to Nikolett and Angela for a 1:1 private session after our…read morepuppy was having some biting issues and harness/grooming aggression. He overall is very eager to learn and was doing well with his early obedience training but definitely runs the house. Within ONE HOUR, Toshi was able to tolerate the harness, and for the FIRST TIME since he came home, he let me brush him for a minute straight without biting me!!! We got so many great tips and a list of homework to work on until our second private session later this week before we start our AKC STAR Puppy classes (already secured the date!) I cannot thank them enough for their tips, their kind words and efforts towards Toshi and I am confident to believe he will be a great dog with the right tools.

At 3 1/2 weeks an adorable tiny mutt fell into our laps. Fast forward 7 months and our small pup…read morehad become an 65 pound ball of energy who needs lots of exercise and training. We saw Nick and his pack on the trails several times and we were always so impressed with how responsive his dogs were and how much obvious fun they were having. Nick has been taking our guy out for hikes now for about 4 months and we feel so, so lucky to have Nick in our lives. Louie, our now giant 80 lb 1 year old, always comes back exhausted and happy. Nick goes above and beyond getting his pack out, getting exercise and having fun. A fringe benefit is some great auxiliary training for Lou. Nick also makes sure Lou is dried off (if needed) and often brushed upon returning home. An added bonus are the great videos Nick posts on Barking Buddhas' Instagram account. So much fun to see your pup living his best life with the pack and Nick : ) I always tell Louie he's my best friend but I don't kid myself about who HIS best friend is--100% Nick. Best dog walker/human being out there!!!

Nick is high energy and caring guy and it shows when being around Sheba. He has been walking Sheba…read morefor over 4 months now and he gives her plenty of love and attention, plus he tires her out big time so that when she gets home all she wants to do is eat and sleep. He takes her plus the other dogs to various locations to really work her. From just playing fetch at a field to long hikes in the Redwoods. If your looking for a great dog walker but also a great person Nick and Barking Buddhas Dog Walking is the place to take your furry family member because they will continue to be treated like family with Nick.