Our dog Moose did the 14 day Board & Train with Sam and we are so happy with the results. We wanted…read morethe focus of her training to be on e-collar obedience and Sam did an excellent job helping her and us learn. We can now take Moose off leash comfortably knowing she will come when called, sit and stay even in busy environments. I feel like we are happier humans and she is a happier dog thanks to Sam's help. The training style used was also based on rewarding Moose with play rather than food or negative reinforcement, which I really appreciate and didn't know much about before. We couldn't be more pleased with the results. Highly recommend Dog Wizard and Sam!

Probably my highest review ever for a service I haven't used yet. hear me out…read more I just rescued a Rat Terrier puppy called Raffi from Texas, who showed signs of abuse and trauma upon arrival. I've parented/known many rescues in the past and never seen anything like the fear she exhibited. fully freaked out, I shot a message to Atlanta Dog Wizard with an SOS to help. Kat quickly got in touch and we had about a 30-min call, which provided me with INVALUABLE insight into my urgent situation. That information she gave me--keep in mind, I had paid no money for her advice or training to this point--gave me some practices I could use, right away, to make Raffi feel more comfortable. I still might officially use Atlanta Dog Wizard in the future, if Kat is any indication how the company does things. She has a passion for rescues and turning around challenging situations and making dogs (and humans) shine. Cannot recommend highly enough.

My dog Buzz and I absolutely loved working with Betty at Canine PhD!…read more After reading so many glowing reviews for Canine PhD, I decided to give them a try after looking for positive reinforcement trainers near us in Decatur. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made for both Buzz and me! Buzz struggles with anxiety and reacts nervously when new people approach, especially on walks or in public places like restaurant patios. From our very first session, Betty made both of us feel comfortable and confident. She immediately recommended a no-pull harness that made a huge difference. Walking Buzz and his corgi brother, Phil, is finally fun again! I truly missed our morning walks, and it feels amazing to enjoy them again without constantly worrying about Buzz pulling away or Phil getting loose because my attention was elsewhere. What stood out most is that Betty doesn't just train dogs -- she trains their owners, too. She helped me learn how to communicate more clearly and understand what Buzz is feeling. Betty gave us exercises to build trust and confidence. He's already such a happy pup, but he lit up even more during each session, as you can see in his picture! You could tell how proud he was every time he got something right. The whole experience strengthened our bond even more, and I ended up enjoying training far more than I ever expected. Betty also gave us fantastic techniques to help Buzz stay calm when meeting new people, both out in public and at home. He's learned that his bed is his "safe spot," and now he'll go there on his own when guests arrive until he's ready to say hello. It's been such a big, wonderful change seeing him so much more relaxed and secure. We did three sessions at Canine PhD and three at home, which was the perfect balance. It gave us the chance to practice in both structured and real-life settings, and between sessions, we had Betty's helpful homework to reinforce what we were learning and keep us progressing even outside of training. The pricing was very reasonable and the value we got from the training far exceeded what we paid. What I appreciated most was Betty's honesty and empathy. She set realistic expectations right from the start, explaining that this wouldn't be a quick fix -- and she was right. Some dogs are just naturally more anxious, but she gave us the tools and confidence to help Buzz make real progress. I can't recommend Betty and Canine PhD enough! She's a wonderful person! Super patient, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in helping both dogs and their humans succeed. If you're looking for a trainer who truly understands behavior, builds trust, and brings out the best in you and your pup, Betty is the one to call!

Excellent training and boarding, especially for reactive dogs that need their own space. Boarded my…read moredog here and they sent me pics every few hours to see him having so much fun and not missing me at all. Training was very customized and effective as well. He loves this place and everyone there.

if I could give more than 5 stars, I would. I've been a client of Jabula for at least 15 years. Our…read morecurrent dog, Lilly, has been boarding there a number of times. She stayed again over the Christmas holiday while we were out of the country and the canine flu made headlines in Georgia. Kate and her team did a phenomenal job keeping all the dogs safe and healthy, as well as keeping their owners up to date on the extra steps being taken, including the mobile vet who was on call. We love Jabula and their entire team of hard working dog lovers. Thank you!!!

What's the old saying, "better late than never?"…read more In 2005 I brought my 1-year old aggressive, non-social, Rottie/GS pup, Ruby, to Kate Jackson and Jabula to get her on the right track. I adopted Ruby from a local rescue when she was 6-months old and it was evident that the first few months before I met her were extremely traumatic. Our "meet and greet" went horribly, as she wouldn't let me close, it took me 15 minutes to get her in the car, and she bit me in return. However, there was something about her and I knew we belonged together. I had a contract job in Hawaii early in 2005 that was going to require me to be there for the better part of a month, and I thought that this would be the perfect time for Ruby to get some formal training since I was going to have make accommodations for her car while I was away. Upon finding out about Jabula's 2-week "all-inclusive" program (or whatever it was called back then), I was ecstatic that not only would she have a place to stay for two weeks with company and activity, but she would get the formal training she needed and deserved. It was going to be hard to leave her behind, but after meeting Kate I felt comfortable leaving Ruby under her care. While in Hawaii, Kate sent me emails and responded to my questions about Ruby's progress. I was excited to hear that she was adapting well and learning how to behave. I couldn't wait to come and see her. Once I got home and was able to pick her up, Kate went over all of the training they did (place, heel, come, etc) in an hour long session with us and the results were remarkable! She was still definitely an Alpha, but she wouldn't instigate any altercation, played well with other dogs, obeyed all commands, and was much, much better around strangers that previously she wouldn't dare go around. Ruby passed in 2015 but she was the best trained pup I've ever had, and Jabula was instrumental in making that happen.

We were living in Atlanta for a year and Central Bark was the closest daycare facility to my work…read more When we visited the facility before bringing the dogs, the staff were extremely kind and helpful with showing us around and answering our questions. The facility and the staff were absolutely amazing for our two Great Dane boys. They would match the play group with their personality and activity, which they would come home tired and happy from a fun day. They also loved every staff member and were always happy to see them when they arrive! One of our pups had surgery and couldn't stay home after the first couple weeks due to our work, but their "Day and Play" program is exceptional for needing to be away from other dogs until medically cleared. Despite being alone, he had a buddy throughout the day for low-level play time and enrichment to keep him busy. We highly recommend taking your dogs to Central Bark in Atlanta! We honestly wish we could've picked them up and take them with us to our new home destination. Even if your dog can't be with other dogs for some reason, they will not be bored! We miss them dearly!

I've tried other doggy daycares to know this is the one! My only complaint I wish they had a camera…read moremonitoring system to offer greater pet parent peace of mind. Either way my dog Roxy looks forward to going.

We are over the moon with happiness & satisfaction, this is our first time having a Husky puppy…read more Jade is 3 months and full of energy, she's smart, but we needed professional help & right away we knew she would need training, we had the opportunity to train with Yrene, her energy & passion for puppies is incredible and it radiates throughout the entire session. It is safe to say that any puppy training with Yrene will be lucky & you as a dog parent will leave happy and satisfied. In the future when we adopt another puppy, we will definitely be returning.

Mr. Jonathan Shahor was an absolute pleasure to work with! I was involved in an Unlawful Detainer…read moreEviction Case and needed a Dog Behavior Expert to come to my house and do an observation of my dog. Jonathan was able to come over and spend time with me and my Dog and do an assessment. He was as kind and professional as could be. He has a depth of knowledge about how and why dogs behave the way that they do. He was patient with both me and my Dog. Jonothan also served as an expert witness in the eviction case my landlord brought against me. He was an expert on my behalf. He took the witness stand and spoke with great clarity and expertise about how and why my dog is the way he is. I could see the jurors nodding in agreement with his professional and in depth observations. Jonathan was so generous with his time and his expertise. He is a teacher and an advocate and someone who is committed to doing right by people and by dogs. He was a really great addition to a team that helped me win my case. After the jury came back in my favor and the case was over we were allowed to ask the jurors some questions. They all were impressed with Jonathan's clear and fact-based analysis. If you want or need someone to help you learn more about why your dog acts a certain way who can communicate clearly with knowledge and integrity than Mr. Shahor is a great person to call. I'm very glad that he was on my side. Thanks, Jonathan!

I initially hired a different trainer/company for my puppy and then moved to Pawsitive, with Abbey…read more Best decision ever! Each session has been extremely valuable. The techniques are working, and I love the level of detail and explanation for everything taught. Also, I was very nervous to send my girl to puppy camp, but I am so happy I did! Great socializing skills and lots of fun with the other pups. Camille was wondeful! I highly recommend Pawsitive!

Excellent trainers. Our trainer Abby was very personable and well versed in techniques to improve…read moreour Frenchies behavior issues.

I have a cat that I love more than some of my family members. He gets the best food and pets. I…read moredon't have a dog. Petco is ok. The prices are higher than PetSupermarket but I tend to avoid both places because the convince of Publix a few doors down or the online monster that is Chewy.com So why would you choose Petco over Publix or online for basic food? I don't know honestly. Maybe if you have specific groom needs or your pet requires a special food. Publix probably has the brand of basic cat food you want. Would I come here again? Yes, but only for a toy for the cat's birthday but it doesn't matter because he'll just end up playing with the empty box instead.

They are always so nice & helpful! Plus they carry the special food my cat needs! Definitely…read morerecommend them!

My fur baby got the pawdicure package with groomer Breezy who was wonderful! Super quick and easy…read more Breezy did a wonderful job was kind and professional and even gave her an adorable bandana! 100% recommend.

10/10 highly recommend this place. I just got a turtle and wanted to make sure I get everything he…read moreneeded. Bryce and Mira was so hopeful spent about 20-30 minutes to make sure I got everything I needed to take care of my turtle. They went above and beyond and I really appreciate it !!!