I've taken my cat Alice here two times now. And I really like how the cats are in their own area…read moreand it's not just a small cage like that their in if they where at the vets. It's like a closet size where the cats have different levels to up on. You can even let the staff play with them in an open space, or if your at is like mine and doesn't care too much for strangers they can just chill on one of the meany levels. Also for boarding a cat is a really great price. And if anything happens they call you and your furry family member's vet.

I brought my rescued English Bulldog to Sissy about two weeks ago. She was highly recommend by…read moreanother Charlotte dog lover who had brought her pups their for training. I have had Bane for about a year and a half (his about 3 1/2 years old.) He has been almost uncontrollable since day one. Although there was some initial improvement, he has had no sense of boundaries and could get aggressive when touched. Sissy and I spoke at length by phone prior to bringing Bane there. She seemed very knowledgeable about training, in general, as well as being keenly aware of the specific needs and disposition of English Bulldogs. Bane boarded and worked with Sissy for training at Off Broadway Pet Boarding and Training for a full week. While the space was fairly small, I was impressed with the cleanliness and order. Sissy and I spoke almost daily about Bane's progress. It because apparent by day 3 that I needed the training as much as he did. Upon picking him up, he seemed happy and well adjusted. He is now able to follow simple commands, which we continue to work on at home. Since I opted to use a pinch collar with him, it is important I continue to execute the training and coaching she provided for us. His overall behavioral changes have been nothing less than miraculous. He is much more calm, isn't aggressive towards other people or dogs and seems much happier, as are well! I would highly recommend Sissy for any training and/or boarding needs you may have.

My dog is no longer walking me... enough said! Just amazed to witness the unlocking of his…read morepotential. Invaluable!

Mindy is a one of a kind animal trainer…read more As a dog trainer, she is kind and patient. She doesn't rush the process, so that you can build a foundation to have a very well behaved pet. She helped me work on my dogs food aggression issues at meal time and his recall off leash. Her own dogs have done everything from hunting to agility to winning obedience classes. As a horse trainer, she has achieved incredible feat. In the 90s she bought a cheap off the track thoroughbred to olympic level, training him from scratch to compete (and win) against some of the best riders in the world with a stable full of million dollar horses. Give her a call, you will not regret it!

We have used The Paw Palace for years and have always been pleased with all of their staff and…read moreprofessional work. We highly recommended them for anyone wanting to have theirs dogs groomed and boarded. Our family will only use The Paw Palace to help us with our two dogs. The best in our town hands down.

The worst grooming experience ever. I would have given zero stars if it was an option. Took our…read moreGolden Retriever there for a grooming appointment. Asked that they give him a sanicut, trim his paw pads, generally thin his hair a little and bathe him. $58 later the dog came home. He was super fluffy which disguised the fact that none of the items were done except for a bath. He had two big mats under his tail and his privates needed a lot of trimming. No sanicut was evident and his coat although very fluffy still had many "cowlicks" sticking out. It doesn't appear that any hair removal other than some furmanator on his back , was done at all. Although we were a little disappointed the first time we had him there this time was the last time. Never again will we go back to them.

I am very grateful for finding Precision K-9 and Paula. I had some issues I wanted to work through…read morewith my K9 SAR dog and she helped tremendously over this past summer. Paula is a talented, *imaginative* dog trainer, and encouraging for the handler (who after all is usually the problem, not the dog!) One reason why I did my research and chose Paula was because of her *tremendous* variety of experience and accomplishment -- she has taken dogs to OTCH level in obedience AND worked seriously in K9 SAR, certifying dogs in NAPWDA trailing and HRD/cadaver. That level of accomplishment in *multiple* disciplines spoke very well of her skill -- and her personality of positive encouragement was an added bonus. I also appreciate her experience in high level training for a variety of breeds -- hounds and GSDs (both very different) and Huskies (my breed). I'm just super thankful I found her and reached out to her.

The best dog trainer by far. When you look for a trainer you want to look at what the person does…read morewith their own dogs-Paula does just that. If you are willing to put in the time to train and bond with your dog, you will succeed with Paula. It is a great feeling to work up to having control of your dog, on and off-leash.

We love Ruth!! She truly loves dawgs and it shows. She helped give me the structure I needed to…read moretrain my 3 month old puppy her basic commands. We had issues going on walks - the puppy basically refused - and Ruth brought us a long lead and it definitely helped get my girl going most of the time. She is always on time and a pleasure to chat with! I absolutely recommend giving Ruth a try.

Ruth did an awesome job with Zeus! When we began, our labradoodle had no knowledge of basic…read morecommands and she was able to patiently teach us how to appropriately implement new commands. She provided flexibility around our travel plans and work schedules. During each session, Ruth provided personalized insight and advice on training as well as knowledge of the breed. We are truly appreciative of her hard work and efforts and are thrilled with the results! We highly recommend her services based on her professionalism, knowledge, flexibility, and results. Please give her the opportunity to help you and your puppy/dog learn the necessary skills to bond in a safe, disciplined and playful way.

K9 Command in Lincolnton, NC! Please check out their…read morewebpage and their face book page! You will be amazed how well trained your dog can be. I did extensive research on dog trainers and their techniques to come to a educated decision on where I would take my dog Maisy to be trained. With each trainer and facility I also emailed and asked many pointed questions. Education, background, philosophy, their approach to training good dogs vs bad dogs. Do they specialize in retraining bad behavior to good and obedient behavior. Do they have a set and followed guidelines they always follow or is their approach organic and tailored to each dog that they train. What grabbed my attention first and foremost with K9 Command, was how Mark emailed me and answered all my questions. He had not referred to my dog as a noun nor pronoun. He explained his packages and suggested which he believed would benefit my needs with Maisy. He invited me to come by and see for myself K9 Command in action! Mark and his wife, Amy are very dedicated to training dogs and educating their owners to form a much stronger bond. This is very important to build trust. Mark and Amy have healthy and high quality dog foods, treats and supplies available at their training facility. Sound body and sound mind. They not only talk the talk- they walk the walk. Recently Mark attended a conference in Durham for Dog Training, Making sure they are current on anything new. Listed on their website are their college degrees. Please, do not hesitate a moment longer, call them today to make an appointment for your dog to be evaluated and join this wonderful facility to not only train your dog, but to polish and make them shine like the precious gem they can be. I cannot say enough about K9 Command. As you may notice the less than wonderful review listed, it is from Colorado. I am surprised by this. K9 Command is here in Lincolnton, NC. I would give K9 Command 10 stars if i could! This is No Cookie Cutter Dog Training Facility! You will be thrilled with your choice choosing them for your dog's training.

Dexter graduated from K9 Command's Platinum program! It is amazing what they accomplished in just a…read morefew weeks with firm but loving teaching. Dexter obviously loves Amy and she does him as well. That kind of teaching is priceless! Now, it is up to us to continue the teaching at home, knowing Amy & Mark are available if we need advice! We are so grateful to them for the awesome job they have done with this very important member of our family!

If you are looking for professional dog training, look no further than Canine Mind. Ryan and Tina…read moreare absolute experts in behavior modification. They didn't just 'fix' our dog; they educated us on how to understand his needs and provided sustainable tips that actually work. They are incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and some of the most personable people you'll ever meet. They've been so accommodating with our schedule and truly care about the well-being of the dogs they work with. They have honestly become like family to us. 10/10 recommend reaching out to them!

From the owner: The goal of our business is to provide knowledge about dog behavior to dog owners in order to help…read morethem become the leaders their dogs are drawn to. We have over 20 years of dog training experience including obedience, behavior modification, developing a prison dog program, and private in-home consultations. We also specialize in trick training as well as treadmill training.

I have been taking my dog here for three years for grooming. Staff is always nice. I called because…read moremy dog's grooming appointment was coming up and I wanted to make sure I knew the date. Receptionist takes my name and number down. I get a call some time later telling me my dog's groomer quit and that I was off the books indefinitely because the only other groomer was fully booked. (This is the second groomer my dog has had that quit in the recent past) I understand they are short staffed, but I had to call to find that out. I would've understood if someone reached out to notify me at some point. I was satisfied with the work they did but I don't feel they went about this the right way and left a loyal customer out to dry.

If you're looking for a local business for pet supplies, this is a great place to visit. They have…read morea little bit of everything and the service is wonderful. Obviously they are pet friendly so feel free to bring your animals for the visit. They offer other services as well so definitely check it out if you're in the area.

We adopted an 18 month old great Dane with no boundaries, distracted by everything. Richard…read moreeducated my husband and I, helping us first. After a few weeks with Richard, our great Dane came back with boundaries and understanding commands. Richard spent time again with us so that we had the tools to maintain what he learned. Richard establishes a relationship with the dogs. He's very straightforward and honest. And he offers continued assistance. We highly recommend.

So, Richard just left from our first meeting. I think I'm more exhausted than the dogs are. All…read morethree babies did amazing and learned so much. First off, Richard is a passionate and talented man, it's easy to see from the moment you meet him; Richard does what he loves. Second, he speaks dog... like direct communication, but what's cool is before I knew it, I was communicating with my babies even better. He was teaching me to talk to the dogs the whole time and I had no clue. Third, he inspired me! It is not often you meet somebody with the courage to walk away from every comfort they know to pursue something they love. Richard listened to what I wanted to do, I wanted to strengthen the bond between myself and the dogs. I already see a difference, they do too. I've worked with several trainers in the past and never felt a comfortable, or confident connection and neither did my dogs. I don't know who's more excited about our next lesson, me or the dogs. I can tell you there's more to come. If you want to get to know your dogs better and really strengthen that bond, call Richard. I assure you; you won't have any regrets.