A great experience, my dog, and I got trained very well, and now we are responding to each other…read moreand learning every day. Rips was courteous, and to the point - well worth the money. Tom in Conway

Oh May, I highly recommend you do at least the 3 lessons. I was having problems with my dog not…read morelistening and being aggressive. Seen a little difference in just 1 hour but having 3 lessons my Mickey is doing so much better. We are still working but I was at a point on giving him up. I won't give him up now. Thank you Rip!!

Mike is an unbelievable dog trainer and sanity saver! When I…read morefirst moved to SC, I was excited to walk my dogs (a 3 year old and a 2 year old American Eskimo Dog (Miniature)) in my new neighborhood. Boy did that change. There were so many distractions here (golf carts, delivery trucks, mail delivery, squirrels, rabbits, other dogs, etc.) and Zoe lunged and barked at every distraction. When she couldn't get to the distraction, she would turn and lunge after Taz. Walks became a frustrating, embarrassing, dreaded chore. During one walk, Zoe lunged after a distraction and then turned on Taz; only I was in the middle of the two and ended up getting nipped in the knee. That was my "last straw" moment. I made my way home, immediately began searching for dog trainers, and found Mike. During our consultation, I told Mike how frustrating our walks were, how Zoe would tear up shoestrings, steal things and tear them up later, and how Zoe and Taz barked at everything and everyone in the cul-de-sac. Mike talked to me about their behaviors, my behavior, and how to make positive changes to both. He gave me a distraction list to work on between our training sessions and the girls and I practiced every day. There was progress just from the consultation. Thanks to Mike and his patience in working with me on training Zoe and Taz, our walks are now a pleasant outing where neighbors, family, and strangers compliment me on how well behaved my dogs are. Zoe no longer destroys shoestrings or steals my things and they come when called. This would not have happened if not for Mike and his excellent training methods. Mike is a superstar! If you want well behaved dogs, listen to Mike. He definitely knows what he's doing. If it had not been for him and his training, I would never have photos like the ones I posted here...two well behaved dogs.

Unfortunately, I thought we stumbled across an unbelievable trainer. That was not the case with us,…read moreMike understood our issues, said he was able to help us, he did the exact opposite!! He manhandled our dogs, put us down and took our money. Didn't even complete the 6 sessions we paid for. Find someone else that will understand what you and your dog needs!!

I adopted a female Basenji to get her out of a puppy mill. She was so unexposed to her world! Judy…read moretook this broken soul and turned her into the sweetest Basenji ever. I could not have done this myself. I had good training skills with Basenjis... But Judy is hands down the best dog trainer... EVER. I have witnessed what it's like to feel overwhelmed to complete joy: I kept up with the trying at home and several years later it's still working! Thank you Judy for your service to our country and to our dog Rosie!

Judy did a great job with Hanna and coco! She trained them to walk on a leash and gave lots of…read moreadvice. We have boarded them with her as well and she does refresher training'

I brought my five year old Jack Russell Terrier to Dana B. (The K9 Coach) after moving to the area…read more I interviewed three trainers in my home, and Dana seemed the obvious choice due to her balanced approach, her ability to answer all my questions, and the best fit for personality, location and price. All that and my strange little dog likes her, too. Dana had my dog for a two week board and train while I went out of the country. She gave us "homework"and a variety of digital articles to study, to prepare in advance. I was nervous at the thought of leaving my dog with someone I didn't know well, but Dana greeted my dog as a member of her own household, took her along on client calls, and kept a really close eye on her. While I was out of town I saw photos and videos online of my dog's progress. It gave me piece of mind. And I was amazed to see the huge progress each day. Dana brought my dog home at the end of the two weeks, and we immediately put the leash in my hand and started working. She has called and emailed, and met me in various outdoor venues as a followup. Dana is very good at following up on phone calls and emails. She is very gentle while correcting my behavior and training skills, and if I want the full explanation on why certain techniques are being used, she is happy to discuss it with me. Another thing is plain to see: Dana loves dogs. She wants the best for my dog. She is dedicated to making sure that I get all the help I need to keep up on my dog's excellent progress for her behavioral issues. I find a lot of inspiration in her frequent posts on her Facebook page, and the articles on her website. She is offering a free seminar in a few weeks, and I can't wait. After the holidays are over, I want to set up a regular schedule of training sessions. Also, I plan on participating in the (free) pack walks she offers her clients. I highly recommend Dana B. The change in my dog is nothing short of amazing, and I am learning to interact with my dog in a way that will give both of us a better life. If your dog has behavioral issues, talk to this woman. She could be your new best friend.

The K9 coach works miracles! My foster dog had a lot of issues when I first got him! He was afraid…read moreof people and would often growl. You could not even pet him. He had no training at all. After working with Dana, he became a completely different dog. He actually wanted my affection and learned many commands. His goofy, fun personality began to shine. He was adopted by a great family! Without Dana, he would not have had a chance at a new wonderful life!

Charlie was worn out when he came home. Janet is amazing!! He's excited to come back. Her report…read morecards are so appreciated and so fun to read.

Great instructors. My dog loves this place. We are two blocks away in the car and she knows she is…read moregoing to training. She gets super excited and happy! Once there, she is a perfect student because the instructors are 'dog whisperers" and know her breed, know her needs, and know what style to use for best results. Highly recommend for all their programs.

My dog is a 15 1/2-year-old Papillon, he is blind, and has diminished hearing and is a picky eater…read more He gets up sometimes two to three times per night because he often sleeps frequently during the day, that said, my wife and I had to go out of the country for a week and I just could not leave him with a neighbor or just have someone drop in on him infrequently. So, I decided to take him to Happy K9 Academy. I really respect how this business operates, first they asked if I could bring him in for a few hours to see how he would make out, no other boarding facility has ever done that for my dog! I also like that this facility has 24-hour staffing and a security system. The doors remain locked until you call or text them and then a staff member will greet you at the front door to take in or bring out your dog. When I dropped off my dog, I stepped inside to take a quick look and I was impressed. It did not smell and was clean and well maintained. During the time my dog stayed at the facility they texted and called me with concerns about how much food he eats daily and about how often he goes to the bathroom. Other places I had boarded him in the past would never reach out if they had a concern! I dropped off my dog with Andrew and he has a great disposition in handling dogs, he was sincere to our needs and caring about my dog like it was his own! Ashlyn & Brook are also excellent to work with, both very sincere and professional! I will definitely take my dog back to Happy K9 Academy in the future when I plan my next trip. If I could give them 10 stars I would! I highly recommend that you check out this facility if you need your dog(s) boarded. On a side note, when I went to pick up my dog he was clean like the day I dropped him off, they also cleaned his bowls and storage containers that we left his food in.

If you are wondering should I or shouldn't I...YOU SHOULD!! make that appointment at HappyK9Academy…read morethey are the best! If you treat your dogs like family and worry about dropping them off at a kennel don't fret HappyK9 has it all clean kennels, beautiful yard for the pups to play and what makes it better than the rest is the people they are the most caring dog friendly folks I ever met so sweet and accommodating my dogs love going they run out of the car to go inside! So pull the trigger give HappyK9academy a call you won't be disappointed! This review is approved by Cleo & Daisy!

I absolutely love the Wilmington Dog Wizard! So does our dog Coco! We brought Coco to puppy…read moretraining at a local pet store with no luck. Then I hear about Shelby & Lauren at the Wilmington Dog Wizard and they changed our lives? Coco went through the Off Leash Program. There's nothing better than having a well trained dog. The Wilmington Dog Wizard has a program for all your dog'S needs. After completing the training program we became a member of a WDW Graduates and enjoy doggie socials and pack walks with other like minded dog owners. It's a great time! I highly recommend all the trainers at the Wilmington Dog Wizard .

Absolutely wonderful experience here. My almost 6 year old dog had horrible anxiety that was…read morenegatively affecting her life and my family's. We finally decided to reach out to the Dog Wizard and after just two weeks, it's like we have a different dog. She now listens, obeys, doesn't leave my side, and willingly goes into her crate. Before training, she would dart out the door, bombard guests, and run off if ever outside without a leash. All of that has been remedied and we have a much happier family and dog. I cannot recommend this business more. These trainers truly care and put so much energy into making sure each dog gets exactly the kind of training they need. If you have a dog, TAKE THEM HERE! It will be the best decision you make as a dog owner.

Eliza is the best. She came highly recommended by our veterinarian.We had other trainers. Eliza…read moreaccomplished what other said could not be done . You can not go wrong with Eliza.

From the owner: Our professional Canine dog training has been in business for over 20 years we have never had a dog…read morethat we could not trained we specialize in aggression training as well as off lead training! All of our training is guaranteed for the life of the dog! It's a great responsibility of the owner to get their dog trained which will build a better bond between the dog and the owner!

My dog food was recently affected by the recall of Diamond Pet Foods. I have a Schnoodle (who has a…read morelot of skin allergies) and a Chihuahua (no allergies). Since I moved to SC last year, I have been buying my food in Raleigh, NC every time I visit family there. Well, I knew I wasn't planning a trip in the near future and I had to find somewhere to get food immediately. I went in to Woofers and was talking to either the manager or owner about my situation. She explained that her dog's food was also part of the recall and she pointed out a couple different brands that she recommended for me to try. She then went as far as giving me 7 different samples of two different brands to try in different flavors. So for the next week, I will be able to try the two brands and see if there is any reaction from my Schnoodle from any foods. I will definitely be back to purchase my food. I will also be trying out their grooming services soon as they are comparably priced and my Schnoodle needs to be cut; I will also bring my Chihuahua in for bathing and getting her nails clipped. All in all, they seemed very knowledgeable and I'm sure if I have any issues or concerns they will be able to meet my needs. Thank you, Dianne Tyler

Best off leash daycare in Florence with well trained staff who care genuinely about the dogs!read more

I chose Dog Training Now based on the outstanding reviews and to be honest, was a little skeptical…read moreof the very high rating. Reviewers wrote that after only a week, their dogs were transformed into obedient companions. Really? Yes REALLY Dog Training Now is not a training factory with dozens of trainers. It is a locally owned boutique sized facility run by Mary, a seasoned dog whisperer who trains every dog herself. We booked the 10 day boarding package and while we waited for our Bernedoodle puppy to reach the proper age for training, I was able to email Mary and ask for advice with everything from dog equipment to behavioral issues. I tease Mary about practicing some type of dog witchcraft because she was solving our pup problems via email. Whatever she said to do worked! Amazing. Our dog Esmé LOVED her training camp and LOVED Mary. We are thrilled with the results and highly recommend Dog Training Now. This is the real deal!

Mary is awesome! My dog loved her and she taught him how to behave really well on the leash. I was…read moreskeptical at first because the programs are only a couple of days but her techniques and positive reinforcement really make an impact and make it easy to keep up with at home. Cannot recommend enough!