Lucy is a rescue from the hurricanes in Puerto Rico. When I got her she was TINY! She has come such…read morea long way and I love her so much. My point is, that it's impossible to watch a baby grow and learn but not get attached. So needless to say, when I was struggling I made sure I did my research before sending her ANYWHERE!!! I would text these ladies at probably the most random times asking questions as I thought of them, and they always got back to me. I liked how upfront they were-- very transparent! They were super patient with me! The drop off: When I met with Hilary at Beaver Brook Park, I was literally shaking and teary eyed. Lucy has been such an important part of my life, how could I hand her over to strangers?! Here's how... She let me take a photo of her license, she assured me that I would get updates daily, and basically put my mind at ease the best she could. Driving away broke my heart but I knew this would be a great experience for Lucy! ***The training: I received pictures, videos, phone calls, she always kept me in the loop!! I will admit, it was so heartwarming to see all the cool places Lucy got to explore. Any issues were shared with me and they handled it all better than i could've asked for. Nicole and Hilary-- you can just tell that they are SO loving towards animals. Especially with the pictures, Lucy would hug their arm and you could just see that she was safe, felt happy, and was having fun! ***The pickup: Lucy was ready and finished a day early, so I headed back to Beaver Brook Park! Pickup was about an hour long, they went over her two weeks, what she learned, how to continue the training.. all the do's and dont's! They were again, very patient with me. ***The results!!!!!: I cannot thank them enough. Everywhere I go with Lucy, I get so many compliments! Now that Lucy is a service dog, I've challenged her with restaurants, multiple stores, and talking to strangers in stores. She gets better and better every single day-- which impresses the heck out of me because I thought she did great the first time! Restaurants, she goes right under the table and just watches what's going on, or she'll even take a nap! My heart is just beaming!!! I am SO proud of my girl. I hated not having her home, but I can honestly say, I never imagined that she would be so well behaved and such a great service dog. I recommend these trainers to anyone and everyone who loves their dog and is looking for a safe happy and FUN experience for them to learn!

We have two young Dogs. Both are great but are off the chart with energy, easily distracted and…read morehighly inconsistent in following commands. We had tried a couple of different programs, made some progress but frankly we just didn't have the time required to dedicate using traditional reward based training. The final straw was when the dogs got off leash and just bolted. We could not recall them and thought we were going to lose them. After doing some research and calling references, we made a decision to send our dogs to Giacomo at Off Leash K9 Training. Giacomo kept us updated during the entire process. The progress was amazing; they soon were following several commands: sit, down, off, leave it, come, place and heel both on an off leash and all the work fully guaranteed. There are not a lot of board and train programs around the area, fewer that offer off leash training and none I found that guarantee their work. While your dog(s) will come back markedly improved, you should expect that when you get your dog(s) back, you will need to continue to work with your dog(s). We still continue to practice and re-enforce their training and they still need work but are light years ahead of where they were. We take them pretty much everywhere we go, grocery, building supply stores, department stores and the coffee shop. Would not have thought about taking them anywhere prior to their training. Giacomo is a great guy and loves what he does. The training and the experience is worth every penny! The most challenging part was not having the dogs for two weeks.

Our dog, Hank, is 7. Up until meeting Jade (and James :), he had not had a successful 'vacation'…read morefrom his home. It's a long story yet, suffice it to say, he is a serious homebody. Jade is competent, warmhearted, and consistent. Hank, and I, are so happy about his new friendship.

From the owner: Galaxy Dog Training promotes balanced training and strives to build CALM, CONFIDENT companions. We…read moreoffer in home board training and boarding services of all dogs!

Our Dachshund's were picked up on time during the two hour window. Lexi was a great trainer & was…read morevery attentive to all our pups needs (Weenies can be very stubborn!). It put our minds at ease knowing that our fur babies were in the care of someone who will give them the same love, affection & attention that they receive at home. They loved their hike through the woods where they could sniff as much as they wanted & explore a new place. We will definitely use Tails N' Trails Pets again the next time we are in the area & couldn't recommend them enough!

From the owner: Women owned and operated; we’ve been actively servicing Rhode Island for 8+ years. In 2022, we…read moreexpanded into Worcester, MA. Tails N’ Trails is a uniquely different pet service from other dog walking companies in Massachusetts. We aren’t just dog walkers; we are certified pet caretakers and exercise specialists. All of our walkers have taken an extensive dog training course that, certified as trainers, can provide pet owners a sense of assurance to pet owners who may be uneasy about leaving their beloved companion with a run-of-the-mill dog walking company. We pride ourselves on being able to offer services that are customizable to each of our client’s unique pet care needs. Our services include 80 minute off-leash excursions outside of the city, 3- or 6-hour adventure daycare, both group and solo walks, pet visits, in-home sitting & boarding. Additionally, we off recall, obedience and leash etiquette training.

Champion Kennels is a complete facility. I have had many dogs in classes there. These classes are…read moregreat. The teach the dogs and the people how to do the task. You can get help to fix bad behavior that the dog does at home. I started doing competition obedience training 2 years ago after just 6 months of training I was able to get my dog a CD title in just three tests. It's a no nonsense training. The instructor understands dog behavior which makes it easier to understand why your dog does things. In addition to great training the have top quality food. Great safe toys. And good training. I have never boarded my dog but the kennels are always clean. Go to champion kennels for all you needs

When we adopted our first dog in October of last year we immediately brought him to Champion…read moreKennels to begin their level one training course. Since then we have enrolled in several classes because we love it so much! We have gained so much knowledge and support in each of these classes that is priceless as a first time dog owner. Champion is also the only place I feel comfortable boarding my dog. The level of care and love that they show to my boy is unmatched. Each time we pull into the parking lot his tail is wagging a mile a minute because he is so excited! The pricing for both day and night boarding is incredibly reasonable especially with how well taken care of I know he is. We owe so much to Champion Kennels and can not say enough positive things about them!

Jen does a fantastic job of understanding each pups needs and strengths…read more I also went to one of Jill's classes.....equally outstanding!! I'm going back in 2 months for obedience training.

Sent them our puppy's vaccination records 6 weeks in advance but got a call just hours before the…read morefirst class telling us something's missing. They had to call our vet after we spoke to sort it out. At the same time I found the records and it took me all of 30 seconds to google the vaccination series listed on page 1 to find what they needed. I'm not sure why they ask for records if they can't read them (or at least be able to look up themselves), and why they would wait until the last minute to do this. Although we signed up for a specific class, it was treated as part of a series, i.e. we care more about you paying for more and more classes rather than the one you actually bought. Instructor expected us to undo months of training and for our puppy to re-learn things according to their program. Not about to confuse her just to accommodate this one trainer.

Lance is very friendly and Milo has learned to be patient. First class he really tested our…read morepatience.

From the owner: If you’re looking for the ultimate dog training program, look no further than Ridgeside K9 New…read moreEngland! Our team of certified professional dog trainers work hard to create custom programs that fit every dog, and every budget; from private training lessons to boarding and training. Most of us lead pretty hectic lives, work long hours, have numerous commitments, and often don’t have extra time to devote to the hundreds of repetitions and 24/7 accountability that successful dog training requires. You would much rather be spending the time you do have exploring, having fun, making memories, or relaxing with your canine best friend! That’s where our Board and Train dog training services come in. Our trainers will create a unique training program to fit you and your dog's specific needs to achieve the training goals. All travel, treats, care, training, tools, and lifetime guarantee of communication with your assigned trainer is included in each of our programs. At the end of training, your trainer will return the dog back to you where they will not only teach you everything your dog has newly learned, but also how to continue with training in everyday aspects within your own home. Our motivation is to see you communicate, connect, and thrive with your dog!

We had an excellent experience with Christina. Our 3.5 year old Yorkie, Loki, was so full of…read moreanxiety that he would literally run around the house terrified for four hours straight barking and "screaming" as we called it (like the screaming goat) as late as midnight. It wasn't his fault, but we had to do something. He was taking medication recommended by our vet at the time. Christina's first visit was spent talking to us through Loki's barking and crying from his crate literally right next to us. She could see that in this state, he needed help before he needed training. She recommended we talk to our vet about a different medication, as she suspected the one he was taking was actually making his anxiety worse. She also recommended a change in his diet from store bought (high end) to homemade. We agreed to do these things and meet again in two weeks. When she came back, Loki was a different dog. He still needed training and still had anxiety, but we could now learn how to desensitize him to the things he was afraid of. (Doorbell, packages, strangers on walks, other dogs) Christina taught us the skills to train Lokie on these issues. Desensitizing will take time and commitment on our end and we are doing our best. :) We were not looking to teach our dog tricks, he does know the basics now though. We were looking for peace for Loki and our family. We are able to sit with him and take him places once again. THANK YOU CHRISTINA!!

I started training with my reactive dog Bella awhile ago and it has been a great help. She had…read moreawful reaction towards other dogs when we were walking. We get a few refresher classes once in a while to maintain Bella's good behavior. I've learned a few tricks I haven't heard anywhere before. Highly recommend.

Here's the thing with sending your dog to training. It ONLY WORKS if you continue the work after…read more Having said that - I have nothing but amazing things to say about Doggone Fit and their staff. They are caring and professional. They get to really know your dog and set up a plan according to their behavioral needs. It is not a "one size fits all" training method as different dogs require different experiences with training. We are experienced German Shepherd owners, but we adopted a 9 month old Shepherd who had no previous training and was traumatized by the sudden death of her previous owner. She was nervous and insecure. She needed more than what we could give her. In comes Doggone Fit. Our trainer Richie fell in love with Leia and she him. We did the 2 week board and train and it was worth EVERY penny of the $2K+ we spent. Leia needed to learn some boundaries and build some confidence. She came home loving the tools and structure she learned. **And I will say it again** - YOU NEED to continue with the training. Your dog will come home improved and will have learned the tools, but unless you continue with the protocol your dog will backslide. We have stuck with Doggon Fit's protocol and Leia is thriving. We even boarded her for the first time with Richie and she was in heaven. It was like summer camp for her. Richie sent us daily updates and photos and we felt so good knowing she was having fun and in the hands of someone who cared for her and obviously knew her training needs. Here's a picture of our happy, confident girl now. She has come so incredibly far. If it wasn't for Doggone Fit we probably would have continued to struggle with meeting her specific needs. She loves the work she learned there and we continue with it daily. It gives her the confidence and structure she (and many dogs) need.

We had a very positive experience with Doggone Fit, which is an organization focused on dog…read moretraining and exercise including weekly adventure hikes. We initially worked with Richie for an introduction to training, which was tremendously helpful. We then worked with Joe Langlois, who was excellent with initial training and weekly adventure hikes for our pup. He spent so much time getting to know our pup to make sure he could bond and effectively work with him. He also took a tremendous amount of time to listen and explain everything including tips to help with our pup's anxieties, which have been an invaluable help. We loved having our high energy dog participate in the adventure hikes and seeing all the adorable photos Joe would very actively post after almost every walk. He obviously loves dogs and really cares about giving them exercise, fun, and training. Also he has rescued all of his dogs, a good marker of how much he cares about dogs in general. We hope to continue working with Joe and highly recommend.

Our groomer at Woof did a great job on our Golden Retriever, Duke. He loves his time at Woof…read moregetting his coat cut, groomed and looking younger than his age of 12. He has always had a great experience at Woof! Thanks again.

Our 2 year old yellow lab could not be happier here. He has both boarded and done day care -…read moreabsolutely outstanding staff!!! Love how attentive they are and all of the extra games and activities they organize!!!

I was referred to A Bark Above Dogventures by a friend and even though I was hesitant about trying…read moresomeone new, Marina has been excellent!!! My lab Cooper loves her and he usually comes back pooped - which helps me with my guilt when I work long days. I've definitely met some dog walkers that didn't make me feel as comfortable as Marina does...clearly she is intelligent, thoughtful and really cares about animals - all of which should be a required to deal with people's pets, but sadly that is not always the case. Over the years I've met several people that you could tell weren't really responsible so when you find someone like Marina that "gets it" is it's like finding gold!!! It's great to know my "baby" is in excellent hands. Cooper and I really appreciate you Marina, Thank you!!!

I highly recommend Marina and A Bark Above Dogventures! My…read moreprevious dog walker moved out of the area after many years of service and my dogs needed the type of hike outdoors that they were used to. One is my dogs is also anxious and nervous so it was imperative that we find the right service. After meeting Marina for the initial interview I felt very comfortable that she was the person and service for my dogs. Bruno and Rosie have been hiking with Marina for a few months and the they are so happy and tired when they return. Marina is responsive, responsible, caring and very attentive. She also works with Bruno to try helping his reactivity and offers advice and ideas for me to try at home. Relieved and thrilled to have found A Bark Above Dogventures!