Aloha now under new ownership is top shelf. The only reason I didn't give them five stars is…read morebecause I know they are working on further improvements. You couldn't not find a better person than Carri to tend to your pets. She has it all; Professional training, Show Dog competition, grooming, boarding, and a unmatched TLC for animals. Need good care for your special family members? They will charge you more if you drop off the two legged ones Naw, just a jest. The charge is the same. Ok, that was a jest as well There are some very good kennels in our area, but none better. Aloha is the place for go when you need quality pet care and boarding.

We live in Murphys and have used Aloha located at Murphys Grade Road and French Gulch Road for many…read moreyears to board our two dogs who are, in a word, spoiled. When the previous owners retired after over twenty years and closed the business it created a serious issue for us of where to board our dogs when we needed to get out of town and could not bring them along. But this story has a very happy ending... new owners for this business were found and reopened the business recently. The owner we met is named Kari and from our initial meeting through picking Koko and Blue up after four days of traveling away from home we were very pleased with their care and devotion to all things dog. Stop in and check it out. I am sure you will be as pleased as we were. 4+ stars here.

We were gifted two puppies and we want the puppies to be well trained…read more The Canine Ranch is the place and amazing! So is Amina and Darick! We brought our dogs here for obedience, behavior correction, boarding & training, and agility--and it has been life-changing! The trainers are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about what they do. Not only did our dogs learn so much, but we did too--they took the time to teach us how to properly handle and communicate with our dogs, which made such a huge difference at home. The facility is clean, safe, and full of positive energy. You can tell everyone truly cares about the dogs and their progress. We noticed improvements right away, and our dogs (puppies) are happier, more confident, and better behaved than ever. Also, Amina and Darick, we were sent updates on the puppies progress. If you're looking for a place that truly understands dogs (and their humans!), The Canine Ranch is the best choice you can make. Highly recommend!

I cannot say enough great things about The Canine Ranch. Amina and Darick have such a lovely family…read moreand were so wonderful with our pup Ingrid. We brought Ingrid all the way from the Bay Area for a board and train and would do it again in a heartbeat. At the time I had a new baby and had no clue how to manage the new resource guarding behavior, extra barking, and unsafe leash pulling which was a nightmare while recovering. After 4 weeks we were totally equipped to support Ingrid and she's been well-behaved ever since!

Everything went so well. What everybody says about her is true. She is really an amazing dog…read morehandler and a good teacher for me and isn't that the most important thing. Just ask your friends with dogs and I'm sure her name will come up and everything they say about her is true. And no, I'm not a relative just a happy customer who's getting his dog under control Kim mc

We heard about Marge and her business from a friend and decided to give her a try. We took our dog…read moreto a private session with her and saw fantastic results within 20 minutes of the training. Our dog is an Aussie doodle and very high strong. She was able to get our dog to calm down and showed us a bunch of ways to work with her. It has made an unbelievable difference, and how our dog acts towards us and others, as well as how she works on a leash. Thank you for helping us with our dog.

We have always use this place for our dogs -but after this past vacation week, we won't be back…read more Disappointed in how I was spoken too and even though she apologized. But telling me that you are going to tie my dog to a tree!! Nope we are done doing business with this company.

More than $300 in vet bills and three months after my cocker stayed at Pet Vacations, I am still…read moretrying to eliminate the mite infestation my dog experienced while there. It's simply not worth boarding.

Amy was super nice and very detailed oriented. We took our mini Aussie over to her home for a…read moremeet-and-greet with her dogs. After a couple hours they were friends Another plus .... she lives right by the vet in Escalon. We were not able to take our vacation due to health issues, so we had to cancel. In the future I wouldn't hesitate to leave our pets with Happy Dog Happy Home. She clearly loves animals and has a great set up in and outside for pet sitting!

Even though she was not able to help us, she was very kind and responded quickly. She was able to…read moremessage information and let us know when she was available for a call. My husband who is very picky was very impressed with her.

Sarah Harrington at Bark Busters Home Dog Training - Central Valley is absolutely amazing. She is…read moreknowledgeable, patient, and truly cares about both dogs and their owners. Her in-home training approach is clear, humane, and incredibly effective--we saw real improvements right away. Sarah empowers you with the tools and confidence to create lasting change, not just quick fixes. The lifetime support Bark Busters offers is a huge bonus and gives total peace of mind. If you're struggling with behavior issues or just want a better relationship with your dog, I highly recommend Sarah and Bark Busters Central Valley!

Our 8-lb, 3-year-old toy poodle suddenly began showing aggressive behavior. We immediately had him…read moreevaluated by two veterinarians, including appropriate testing, and confirmed the issue was behavioral--not medical. We contacted Bark Busters in Livermore due to strong reviews. That trainer referred us to the trainer covering our area, Sarah Harrington. She assured us she had handled similar cases many times and that their method--different from traditional training--could correct the behavior, although there is no guarantee. Based on that, we agreed to proceed despite the high cost. The fee is $1,875 (lifetime training), paid in full upfront. In hindsight, that should have given us pause. At the initial visit, our dog reacted very negatively--barking continuously and backing away. This was unusual, as he is normally friendly with new people. The trainer also appeared fearful, explaining she had recently been bitten by another dog. A significant portion of the session was spent reading from a binder rather than actively engaging with us or demonstrating techniques until after the total fee was paid in full. This method does not use treats at all. We followed the approach consistently for over three weeks. Instead of improving, our dog became more fearful, his personality seemed to change, and the aggression worsened. When we raised concerns, we were told to continue. The trainer did not proactively check in; we were told follow-up was our responsibility. Given the seriousness of the issue and the cost, we expected more support. We ultimately decided to stop. No partial refund was offered. We were told the contract would become void if we did not re-engage within seven days. We were also cautioned about posting a negative Yelp review. We are sharing our experience so others can make an informed decision. We hope your experience is better than ours.

Kirsten has been heaven sent just when we needed the right dog for us.  She had selected a…read morebeautiful chocolate lab from a shelter that needed us as much as we needed her. The dog she had selected had behavioral issues that she knew were correctable.  She had to deal with all of the negative behaviors and train her until she not only behaved acceptably but is now just an incredible pet.  Though we had been more border collie people, when we came to Kirsten to help us pick the right dog she chose the perfect match for us. This dog will sit, lie down, and wait until we say it's ok before she eats her food. We've never had that in any previous dogs. While she sometimes tests the boundaries, she also knows that the kitchen is off limits and she's not allowed on furniture. She loves to play ball, fetch, and just run joyously around the yard. Kirsten told us that she had to teach her to play. It seems that she may have been used as a breeder and not treated very well. I have a deteriorating medical condition which I'm sure our dog will adapt to and be good company for me, and then be a great companion for my husband down the road. We truly feel that this dog and the training Kirsten provided were heaven sent.

One year ago I went to the shelter and fell in love with a sweet (but abused) Pitbull Terrier. This…read moreis my first dog and I had no idea what i had gotten myself into. I met Kirsten and she took a sincere interest in my dog, Sheyla. She was relentless and convinced me to get her CGC certified. Now thanks to Kirsten the next step for Sheyla is to become a therapy dog. I cant thank her enough. A beautiful person and an amzaing trainer.

I originally found Chelle through Yelp, and choosing to work with her has been one of the best…read moredecisions I've made for my dog, Mochi. I cannot say enough good things about Chelle and the work she's done with her. From day one, it was clear how deeply knowledgeable she is about dog behavior and how genuinely invested she is in each dog's success. Chelle doesn't just "train" -- she observes, adapts, explains the why, and meets both the dog and owner where they are. Her dedication is unmatched. She is consistently punctual, incredibly prepared, and always willing to go above and beyond -- whether that means staying a little longer to make sure things click, following up between sessions, or adjusting the plan as Mochi progressed. Thanks to Chelle, Mochi is transforming into a calm, well-mannered, confident dog. The difference is night and day, and the results speak for themselves. Beyond the skills Mochi learned, I also gained confidence as an owner because Chelle empowers you with knowledge, not just commands. If you're looking for someone who truly cares, puts in the work, and delivers real, lasting results -- Chelle is it. I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone who wants the absolute best for their dog.

Chelle is wonderful with the dogs. She's experienced, caring, knowledgeable, flexible with…read moreschedules. She's worked with 4 of my dogs with great results. I highly recommend her for dog training.

Lily is an awesome trainer!! My pup is a German Shepherd/…read moreBelgian Malinois/Husky, only 3 months old and learned how to sit, place, walk on a leash, crate train, and come. He spent 2 weeks with her, she informed me on a daily with pictures on how he was doing. She gave me a book to continue his learning and lifetime phone support. As soon as I got home he was able to still do the commands with me. Thank you again, I recommend!

latest update- I am told they will be updating their contract to state they can arrive within 2…read morehours of a scheduled appountment time- oh brother. So half your day is spent waiting for this loser person Lily who has no time management skills and obviously doesn't check map apps for traffic!

We have a challenging pandemic rescue dog named Ollie and we have not been able to leave him…read moreovernight or travel without him in the last two years due to our concerns about his reactivity and fear-aggression. We've worked with the UC Davis Vet Behavioral School as well as multiple trainers and thankfully, we were referred to Judith at Red Mountain Canine as a trusted, responsible caretaker. My partner and I have put in countless hours of training and it's very important to us that whoever takes care of Ollie minimizes his triggers and respects his limits as to not regress on our progress made. Judith is a god send! We did a meet-and-greet and then boarded our dog with her for 4.5 days. This was the first time both of us were away from him since rescuing him in April 2020. She's incredibly thorough in making sure she has all the necessary care information and is very thoughtful with how she engages with our dog. Our dog is very sensitive and Judith is the perfect match for him. She is patient, communicative, and professional. She gave Ollie his medicine in the morning and evening and helped make progress on his behavior training plan (stranger danger). She also sent us awesome updates and photos during our trip. You can tell she really cares about her clients :) We are really thankful to be able to work with Judith and she gives Ollie the time and attention he needs to be successful. She even builds on the work we do at home with him! We look forward to using Red Mountain for the rest of our boarding needs.

This is my second review (and the same 5 stars!) for our dogs second stay with Judith. We have such…read morea challenging dog (she's extremely fear-reactive towards all other dogs and she's not a huge fan of people), and Judith does such an amazing job keeping our dog safe and comfortable in spite of all the dog's behavioral issues. We 100% trust her and would recommend this facility to anyone--our dog is HARD, so I have so much faith in Judith. And look, doggo even got lotsa good mountain sniffs in!