So happy we found crafty. Our girl is happy there, and the staff is so nice. Love the daily pics…read morethey send!

TERRIBLY RUN. Cant go see the facilities (to see if its a good fit for your dogs) unless you bring…read moreyour dogs too -because they want to assess your dogs. No need to asses our dogs until we are clear we want them to stay there, right? It's a "requirement" that we all know the boss can easily accomodate. We let them know with our 4 large breed dogs it was a lot on ourselves AND the dogs to have to bring them in just for that (if it wasnt a good fit). They didnt care. Just sent another business to go to if I wanted a "phone consult" which was unusual(&manipulative :/) because we never discussed phone consults..all we wanted was to come take a peak at their facilities. It was the male who's voice is on their answering machine whom we communicated with. I think his name was Dan? Aweful & too bad;).

We Have Our Lives Back. Our dog, Link, is a very large, very fearful boy. We thought he was…read moreexhibiting aggressive behavior, as we had one bite incident with friends over and several smaller incidents with family members. But, Xavier explained that it was all fear-based. We felt like prisoners in our own house because we felt we couldn't have people over and were constantly on edge that he might bite someone. Xavier made recommendations that gave us back our lives. We bought a crate and took Link everywhere in the house (and eventually outside) on leash. Initially I felt guilty because Link was confined for large portions of the day, but now he has more time outside or the crate/xpen and he will even go in on retreat there when he needs a break from the activity in the house. I was taking him on walks regularly, which made him very happy, but he still gets the "excited poops" and I have to stop and pick up after him 3-4 times per walk, which is not conducive to my exercise requirements (due to a health concern). I plan to try him on more relaxed evening walks and hopefully break his fear cycle and get him better socialized in the coming months.

Xavier is amazing! My dog Duke had serious separation anxiety when I first got him. I couldn't…read moreleave the room for 5 seconds before he would start barking and howling nonstop. After working with Xavier just one time, I was given all the instruction I needed to get Duke comfortable being alone. Eventually we got to the point where I could leave him by himself for the whole day while I was at work. When I relocated for work, it was like starting from ground zero with Duke all over again. After Duke destroying his beds five times in less than a month, I decided to set up some time with Xavier again to figure out what was going wrong. Within less than a week after that, Duke was back to his normal self being comfortable with me leaving the house for work. I swear this man is a miracle worker!

Gabriella is the best dog trainer around. We have been going to her for over 15 yrs and have 4…read moredogs train under her instruction! She is current on the latest training methods, she is kind and always positive. Her training techniques are always positive, not only for the dogs, but also for the owners!!! Myself included.... Her classes are great and if needed her one on one training is exceptional. If you need serious help with your dog, or just some fun obedience or agility, this is the person to go to!!!

I've been going to agility classes with Gabriella for a couple of years now. Classes are held on…read morethe Markim Pet Resort property and there is plenty of parking and the training field is nice/large and there is plenty of room to walk your pup before and after class including some really nice trails. Gabriella is a seasoned trainer and really understands dogs as individuals; she helps handlers understand their dogs behaviors as they advance from beginner to advanced levels. And if you want to compete in agility trials she is great at explaining the different organizations/structures and the rules and regs that go along with competitions. Gabriella is always willing to answer questions and adjusts the classes to the needs of the attendees. (The higher up you go the more of a cohort the classes become.) There are a couple bummer things, one is paying by check. The other is if, through attrition, the class falls below a certain number of people it has to be broken up and you're forced to find another suitable class at the level you're working at a time that works. The best way to avoid the latter happening is by encouraging everyone in your class to keep going! :-)

The Animal Keeper in Poway is Wonderful! We have a new…read morepuppy, and her first experience was great! The kindness of everyone is exceptional. We left her a 2nd time, and she was well taken care of. I highly recommend The Animal Keeper!

Please pay attention to the other reviews on this platform with concerns for mistreatment. From the…read moreoutside this facility looked fantastic and I thought I found a great space for our puppy to board and do day care. I booked numerous times over a few months. I would pick my dog up and everything seemed fine. The last time I went to pick up my 7 month olds puppy from boarding, I parked my car and was walking by the fenced play area (which you can't see through). As I walked by, I could clearly hear my dog barking as she is young, just discovered her bark, and probably smelled me. As I walked by, I heard VERY CLEARLY (management) the staff in the yard say in a frustrated voice to one of the dogs (better not have been my dog) "shut the fuck up or im going to kick you". I was furious walking in to pick Kira up and asked the front desk who was out there with my dog stating RESPECTFULLY that if she was threatening my dog like that they needed to bring that staff member out so I could speak to her directly. Front desk said they would speak to her and get there manager. I stated that if she was speaking to my dog I WOULD be speaking with her. Speaking to the manager, he stated that that was out of character for the staff member and that sometimes people get frustrated working with dogs. I left after thanking the manager for hearing what I had to say but not feeling heard whatsoever. The manager texted me a day later not to follow up on that, but to follow up on training I had inquired on. I thoroughly expressed my concerns to him via text, and how concerned I was for the treatment of the animals in there care with these kinds of threats openly in ear shot of customers (what happens behind closed doors?). I never received a response and never received a follow up. That was now weeks ago. My question is, WHY WOULD I MAKE THAT UP? We never had any issues prior boarding our dog there or dropping off for day care, never complained before etc. This was a genuinely shocking experience and I was in disbelief. I would urge you to pick somewhere else. No animal deserves to be threatened like that, empty threat or not.

Hector is AWESOME!…read more My boxer needed some major help learning to walk properly on a leash and Hector was the answer! I also recently added a new puppy to my family and Hector has been so supportive of that decision! I highly recommend The Bark House Pet Service!

Unable to get a hold of this place. Are they out of business? I left multiple voice mails. I'm…read moredisappointed that I received zero response.

What a cute pet store. The customer service was amazing. I've seen this chain before, but never…read moreshopped here. I couldn't believe how friendly the employees were. It was a really great experience and the staff was doing a great job. I would absolutely come here again. Highly recommended!

This was my 1st time visiting Kahoots. My Schnauzer is the pickiest eater and I think I've tried…read moreevery brand Petco has, so I wanted to see what Kahoots has to offer. They do carry quite a few brands, some the same as Petco. I was greeted by associate Ronnie who was so kind and helpful. I let Ronnie know about my picky eater. She suggested a few things and even gave me some samples of some kibble she thinks Niko would like. Their prices are not bad at all. I even picked up a grass plant to see if he would nibble on that. Well.. so far so good. He's been eating the brand I picked up. So we'll see how long this lasts. Ronnie also informed me if Niko didn't like it I could return it. Looks like Kahoots just found a new regular customer!

Justin is the best! We reached out for help with our newly adopted dog, who was struggling with…read morereactivity. Justin took the time to explain what was driving the behavior and the emotions behind it, which helped us understand our dog so much better. I'm not exaggerating--within about 20 minutes, we saw a huge improvement! We went on a great walk, and Justin gave us tons of practical advice and tools to keep making progress. We left feeling so happy, relieved, and much more confident. We couldn't recommend him enough!

I started working with Justin about three months ago to address my 11-year-old dog Piper's anxiety…read moreand alert barking. She's always been a little anxious and vocal, but as she's gotten older, both issues have worsened. I've tried just about every other approach, but Justin's guidance and unique perspective on training are truly transformative. He doesn't just give you techniques to follow--he teaches you how to connect with your dog and ease the underlying issue in a way they can understand. The lifelong resource you gain through this service, combined with the trust and confidence he builds throughout the process, makes this feel like so much more than a training program. It has genuinely been life-changing for us both.

They do amazing job on my dog Angus. He always give him a great haircut. Treat him very well…read morebecause he is so special to us. Good service... Although I'll say a little pricey, but they do a great job thank you.

I have given multiple chances for their customer service to improve but they just don't! From the…read moregrooming to the vet clinic. Did not want to add a review but beware! Today, we had a walk in for a nail trim. Called in prior and asked if we can, we were told we can walk in anytime. Once we got there everyone was busy and denied telling me we can "walk in whenever." Despite having to wait 10-15 minutes until someone finally walked up to us we finally received service for my pup. I was told to either walk the store, but not stare at the groomers since they'll get nervous. Fine, we went to get gas came right back. We did see another walk in waiting at her car as well so not sure the issue here if we were right out front. Anyway, walked back in and the one of the groomers yelled from the cashier to us at the front door saying we can't leave because it's a walk in. Understood that was our misunderstanding. I did not say a word and she switched her demeanor, smiled, and was more polite the next time she explained the same thing. Everyone just seems miserable and not happy at all, minus the first person who checked us in which was probably the manager.

Thank you, Lori and Ruben, for all of your help. You both are so kind and we know GOOD dog people…read morewhen we see them.

Trusting and working with Lori has truly been life-changing for our fearful dog (Diego had been…read morebeaten by his past owner, before we rescued him). He was fearful of most people, especially men. He was stubborn on leash, and was most often not responding to commands. Lori's effective approach, focused on trust, building his confidence and teaching him how to properly behave with other dogs and humans. The 3-week stay he had at her place made an unbelievable difference. Diego's fear of people has drastically decreased, his confidence grown exponentially, walks are super enjoyable with him heeling constantly, and he responds reliably to commands. Lori not only trained Diego but also empowered us with the skills to continue his progress. I am so grateful for her expertise and highly recommend her to anyone struggling with their dog's behavior. She has transformed our lives and Diego's! Thank YOU Lori!

I absolutely love my girl Reign, but let me tell you, an 8-month-old Cane Corso is a LOT of dog!…read moreBefore training, she jumped, pulled, and acted like a complete maniac on the leash. I'm not exactly a spring chicken anymore, and having a big, strong puppy dragging me around by my arm was not my idea of a good time! I sent Reign to Chris at Cosmo K9 for their two-week puppy board and train program, and what a difference! She came home so much calmer. She listens, follows commands, and has actually learned how to settle herself down instead of getting worked up over everything. The best part is that she's still my sweet Reign, full of personality, but now I can actually enjoy her company without the constant chaos. I wanted a companion, not a daily wrestling match! Chris gave me something I was really missing with Reign: peace of mind. I can enjoy my beautiful girl now instead of constantly worrying about what she's going to do next. I'm so grateful for what he did for both of us. I highly recommend Cosmo K9!

I just picked up my dog today and I could not be happier! I had a great experience from start to…read morefinish with the team at Cosmo K9, specifically, Sophia! Sophia handled Kodi for the 2 weeks he was there and did a fantastic job training him! Sophia kept me updated on Kodi's progress every few days sending me pictures and short videos, and always took the time to explain everything to me, as well as teach me how to best handle him when returning Kodi back to me. I live in the valley (Los Angeles) and took the 2 hour drive because of a referral so highly recommended Cosmo K9 and I'm glad I did! 5 STARS! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!