My dog and I took an Agility and Basic Manners Class when he was about 12 months old. It was a fun…read moremixture and the guidance was clear and supportive. I highly recommend this trainer and this class.

From the owner: The Familiar Canine offers dog training and behavior consulting services for the pet dog owner in…read morepublic group classes or individual sessions in the privacy of their home. We are committed to teaching owners reward based, force free dog training methods, based on the latest scientific research. We do not teach through intimidation, pain, or fear.

Dawn was great with my puppy. Hopefully we can keep up the training that she needs. Great people…read moreand I would highly recommend them!

Had a evaluation with Chris in person. He recommended our puppy stay with him for 3 weeks for…read moretraining although we were told that we're actually the problem. He next sent his assistant in to close the deal for $2,500. They never discussed the cost of monthly training afterwards. We decided to think about it overnight after Chris suggested we check out his website and watch his videos. My wife emailed Chris that same evening with a few questions for clarification before we signed up. 3 weeks later-no response. I guess he didn't want our business. Not a great way to run a company. As a side note, we're getting some excellent dog training now in-home with a great instructor for $1,100 less. And he's teaching US what we're doing wrong.

We recently asked Karen to help us work with our dog Franklin. Frankie had a few behaviors we were…read moreworried about and we couldn't understand what was driving him. Karen figured it out very quickly and got us all on track with some simple, positive training that has been fun and highly effective. She is very gentle but firm and her direction is simple to follow. Karen shares a lot of information with her clients to help build lasting understanding and sound practices. She has also recommended a variety of management tools that have made our lives simpler and kept Frank safer.

My husband and I could not say nicer things about Karen! She was incredibly helpful and very…read moreknowledgeable. Due to Covid, we couldn't do physical lessons and instead used Zoom. I was worried it might be harder to learn but it didn't make any difference - it worked incredibly well!! Whisper really enjoyed his training so much and Karen was patient and friendly and shared all kinds of helpful tips to keep our little boy on the right track to success! If you need a dog trainer, she's the perfect choice!

Cindy is such an amazing dog trainer and very knowledgeable. I have a one year old doodle and she…read moreis very nervous around strangers and dogs. Cindy came to my apartment and really helped me to find ways to make my dog comfortable. Not only does she train the dog but she helps you understand how to read your dog in different situations. She uses positive reinforcement to train and it has been a wonderful experience. Cindy goes above and beyond her training sessions by sending informational papers to read about training, letting you take videos of the sessions, and allowing you to call or text her with any questions you have. Overall, my dog has improved a lot and the experience with Cindy was fantastic!

From the owner: Simple Solutions for Serious Problems & not so serious problems. House calls, Day Training…read moreFor dogs who Fight, Bite, are aggressive to people and/or other animals, resource guarding, Dogs with reactivity, fear, separation anxiety, dogs who bark, dig, chew up your stuff, jump on your visitors, are so wound up they can't relax. Service and Therapy Dog Training

My dog stayed here for four nights and unfortunately came home covered in feces and urine. He is…read moreonly four months old and, when we booked his stay, we specifically communicated that he needed to be fed breakfast, lunch, and dinner. According to his Paw Report, he was only fed five times during his entire four-night stay. He should have been fed approximately 15 times. The amount of food that was returned to us made it very clear that he had not been fed anywhere near what we had provided or instructed. As a four-month-old puppy, this was extremely upsetting to see. Unfortunately, that was not the only concerning issue. My parents' two intact male dogs stayed at the facility during the same period. One came home with extremely inflamed and infected testicles. I understand that this is a sensitive detail, but it is important to mention because this is actually the second time this has happened to one of their dogs after staying at this facility. The first occurrence was earlier this year, and we initially assumed it was an isolated incident. After it happened again, we became much more concerned. We do not know the cause, and I don't want to speculate, but we have questions about the cleaning products or whether floors and surfaces are being allowed to fully dry before dogs are put back into the area. Both my parents and I attempted to contact the facility to speak with a manager and simply understand what happened. I spoke with a gentleman, I believe his name was Tyler, for quite some time and made it very clear that I was not looking to cause an issue. I simply wanted answers and an explanation. I was told that a manager would contact me the following day. No one ever did. My parents also attempted to follow up and were unable to get answers. Our veterinarian actually recommended that we share our experience because of the infection. What makes this particularly frustrating is that the concerns started from the beginning, with the number of add-ons and packages presented when booking and deciding what level of care your dog receives. It felt like the focus was on upselling services rather than making sure the basic needs of the dogs were being met. I would never feel comfortable boarding my dog here again. Four nights should not result in a four-month-old puppy coming home covered in urine and feces and apparently receiving only a fraction of the food he was supposed to receive. Combined with the lack of communication and the medical issue involving my parents' dogs, this experience has completely destroyed our trust in the facility.

We used Barking Dog several years ago for daycare and boarding of our two dogs. Nearly every time…read moreat pick up, they had to pee so badly it lasted for what seemed like 5minutes, and were so thirsty they drank 2 bowls of water. There was also urine or feces on their bedding after boarding- with no explanation or apology offered. We stopped going there. After nearly 10 years, and with a new puppy, we thought we would give BD another try. Practically from day 1, things were poor. The "Live" video never worked. When it did, it showed the dogs running around with one staff standing against a wall and on their cell phone. We scheduled our puppy for a bath- it never happened. A couple of weeks ago, we boarded our puppy for 1 overnight. I arrived at 8am (when they open), staff was not ready. I waited, along with 10 other parents, for my puppy to be brought down, and was told he hadn't been fed breakfast. I noticed he was wet, but it wasn't until I got him to the car that I realized it was urine, and all of his bedding was saturated with urine. When I got him home, I noticed that all of the food I pre-packaged for him, was still in the bag. He hadn't been fed at all while in their care! I had really hoped BD had changed, but it's obvious that they haven't. It's clear they don't hire competent staff or train them properly. I would not recommend anyone bringing their dog there! Yelp is making me rate BD with a Star- I wouldn't give one if I didn't have to!

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 have an 8 month old bull terrier puppy who has a great temperament but needed to develop her…read moremanners and had a couple of behaviors that we couldn't get on top of. We started with a manners class that was taught by Jess. Jess is able to bring the best of the dog training knowledge base into her practice, and then she helps owners apply it to the unique temperament of their dog. While it was an 8 person/dog class, we walked out with particular ways to work with our puppy that got us the results we wanted. She did this with each person/dog in the class. As a result of that very positive experience we contacted Jess to work with us on some specific problem behaviors. One had to do with walking on a leash. Our puppy would walk for a bit and then go totally nuts jumping at whomever was the walker, grabbing and biting the leash, and generally being totally out of control. Jess, with her dog focused observational skills, was able to diagnose what the trigger was, helped us establish ways to shift away from that, and set us up to be successful. It worked. We stuck with what she said and walks are now totally pleasant. Jess listens, sends extensive feedback and follow-up, and does NOT have a cookie cutter approach. I highly recommend her.

From the owner: Whether you just got a puppy, need help with reactivity, or just want to touch up on your manners,…read morewe are here to help! We are dedicated to providing you with effective strategies to enhance communication and strengthen your relationship, while prioritizing your dogs emotional and physical well-being.

I cannot express how grateful I am to have found Nikki's Kinetic K9 Training. I was having a really…read morehard time with my puppy who was starting to show some reactive tendencies, especially around other dogs. I reached out to Nikki's K9 training in a moment of desperation and could not be more glad that I did! Nikki totally renewed my love for my dog and has set my dog up for success at home and in stressful environments. After the first session with Nikki, I had a whole new dog! My puppy was calmer, able walk politely on a leash, knew how to look for leadership, and follow training directions overall. I worked with 3 other trainers (private and group sessions) and a dog socialization program without any progress before I met Nikki. Nikki's program and approach is the only thing that has made a difference in my dog's behavior. On top of the training, Nikki has a wealth of knowledge in canine health and nutrition. She helped design a feeding plan for my puppy that was customized to his breed and size. Nikki has been able to answer every question I've had related to dog ownership with expertise and compassion. Most of all, I appreciate how Nikki really understands my dogs needs. She does not try to train away what makes my puppy special. Instead, she customizes her approach to align the the dog's overall motivation which makes for a much happier puppy! 1,000,000/10

We have a Boston Terrier that came from an accidental litter. She was very nervous and reactive…read moretowards dogs and anyone who didn't live in our home. We were blessed enough to work with Nikki, and I am happy to say our dog Saffie is a very different dog. We were able to build her confidence up working with Nikki and her amazing doggie partner Koda. We now have her crate trained and off leash trained! She still doesn't like other dogs or new people, but she's much less reactive now than she was before training with Nikki. If you have a dog that needs a lot of help, or a dog that just needs some fine tuning, then Nikki is your answer. Thanks Nikki, and thanks Koda!

I just had an amazing customer service experience at the Newington NH Petsmart…read more I brought in my black lab puppy in for first time grooming services, and to pick up some items. Tori expertly groomed Nina, being careful of a recent leg injury. Then Nicole suggested Jamie to fit the pup with a harness (I had been having trouble finding the right fit). Jamie made the experience fun for Nina. and we found the right fit. Nicole recommended two chews, and discussed several other puppy needs, as she herself had a Lab. Nelos did a great job at the register, and all four employees created a happy and comfortable experience for us. In these days of staffing shortages and short tempers, it was uplifting to deal with such excellent customer service representatives.

PetSmart usually has what I'm looking for for dog food, so that's always been fine - no complaints…read morethere. The only real problem I have with any PetSmart really is the lack of care when it comes to the Betta fish. I'm definitely not a fan of walking past the Bettas in the front of any store and seeing dead fish still in their cups, next to any live ones that are left. I understand any store can be busy, but there's no excuse for any employee to walk by the fish and not remove the deceased. It looks bad to customers. The dead fish were mentioned to a cashier and the cashier did not seem to care. Please do better.

I discovered Pawtsmouth Grooming earlier this month and had a very good experience on my first…read morevisit with one of my two dogs. Yesterday, I brought my 2nd dog over to be groomed. Pawtsmouth Grooming did a great job grooming my dog, however I didn't hear their text message announcing when he was done as I was distracted due to a work meeting. Totally my fault and I apologized profusely when I picked up my dog 1 hr late. I even provided a generous tip on top of the surcharge I was penalized with. However Jesse was inconsolable and extremely upset, and red with rage. She told my wife and I that we could no longer use their services.....not that I wanted to after that experience. My advice to others is to be aware that she is VERY short-tempered, seems to have anger issues, and there are no 2nd chances. I believe I saw another review from someone named Jesse that described a similar behavior. Whatever you do, don't be late picking up your dog no matter what the excuse.

Jessi takes excellent care of my dogs! I've never had one concern or complaint. Always careful with…read morethem. I'm very grateful for Pawsmouth!!!