We brought Grace in to work with Buffy, our 1.5-year-old reactive and anxious dog. Buffy struggles…read moreon leash when other dogs bark or lunge at her, and she jumps on people. Grace came to our home -- always punctual, prepared, and ready to go. She read Buffy quickly and tailored her approach to Buffy's specific triggers rather than using a generic method. She explained the why behind each technique, which made it easy to practice on our own. We saw steady improvement across sessions, and Grace followed up between appointments so we never felt on our own. Our walks have genuinely changed. We feel more confident, and Buffy is less stressed. If you have a reactive dog and feel overwhelmed, Grace is exactly who you need. Highly recommend.

Grace was just so amazing and it was wonderful being able to work with her. I have a Collie and I…read morehave always been scared to take him out in public as he is a nervous pup and does not like other people or dogs. She was very patient with me and my doggy and helped me work on his confidence and anxiety. Now my pup is a confident boy and even though he may be a little wary of strangers he has no problems being in public and busy spaces. I would highly recommend working with Grace if you have a pup! She also taught him so many different tricks as well!

I cannot say enough about Brad Wilhelm and the incredible work he did with my Cavalier puppy,…read moreOlivia. At just 6 months old, Olivia was exhibiting serious resource guarding and aggressive behavior -- to the point where I was afraid to get close to her and she actually bit me once. I've had seven dogs in my lifetime and had never experienced anything like this before. Cavaliers are known for being loving, gentle dogs, so having an 11-pound puppy that I felt nervous around was heartbreaking. I truly wasn't sure Olivia and I would ever have a good relationship again. I was scheduled to travel to Mexico over Christmas but couldn't take her due to her behavior. Brad went above and beyond -- he kindly arranged to pick her up the very night I left on a red-eye flight and enrolled her in a 4-week board-and-train bootcamp. Yes, the program is an investment, but it is absolutely worth every penny. Brad and Camille worked their magic. Olivia came back a completely different puppy -- loving, responsive, and happy. It honestly feels like night and day. I know I still need to do my homework and stay consistent, but just one week after her return, the transformation has been incredible. One thing I really appreciate is the ongoing support. Brad offers unlimited texts and calls for questions and guidance, which has been invaluable as we continue reinforcing her training at home. This also wasn't my first experience with Brad. He was recommended to us years ago when we got our older dog, a yellow Labrador named Bourbon. While Bourbon has always been mellow, Brad helped us with practical training -- including teaching him to jump into my sedan in less than 10 minutes! That stuck with me and is why I trusted him when we needed serious help with Olivia. Brad once told me that good training makes dogs happier, and now I truly understand what he meant. Olivia is more confident, more relaxed, and clearly happier -- and so am I. I wholeheartedly recommend Brad to anyone dealing with behavioral issues or simply looking for solid obedience training. His knowledge, patience, and genuine care make all the difference. I am incredibly grateful for the impact he and Camille have had on both Olivia and me.

My review might be more unconventional, but given the service I received, I felt it was important…read moreto share my experience. Every now and again Brad's facility will take in rescue dogs who will undergo the full board and train program. I was lucky enough to be able to adopt Tarkin, a a cattle dog mix. I believe he had been under the care of Brad and his team for almost (maybe more?) a year but did not have much like in finding a potential adopter until I saw a post on Instagram and reached out. Right off the bat, Tarkin was very well behaved, knew the basic commands (sit, down-stay, leave it, wait, place, etc). Brad even provided a collar to continue with his training, was responsive via text MONTHS after adoption, and would always offer to come by for a follow-up training session. Fortunately, we have not needed an in-person session, but to be able to continue having him as resource by phone has been amazing and I am so grateful. Brad and Camille (Tarkin's other main trainer) have created such a wonderful foundation of training that I've been able to build off of, even as a new dog owner. Given my experience with Tarkin, I would highly recommend reaching out to Brad and his team about potential rescues available for adoption, or to see what training packages they have to offer. I couldn't have asked for a better first dog!

Met with Nate for assistance with our recently rescued Dalmatian that we were having leash pulling…read moreand leash reactivity with. After meeting with Nate and following his directions, I have seen such a huge difference! He is very helpful and communicative, and also was really encouraging and helped me feel better and not as embarrassed while training her out and about. Thanks so much, Nate!!

My boyfriend and I turned to Nate after a few other trainers' methods were not sufficient for our…read moreanxious Giant Schnauzer. She used to bark whenever she saw a stranger, whether they were 5 feet away, on the other side of the park, or walking on the other side of the street from our house. We saw a MAJOR improvement within a few days of our first session with Nate. A few weeks later, he returned for a 2nd session. We discussed what still needed improvement, he gave more specific suggestions, and I mean it when I tell you THEY WORKED! Our girl is now fine with people coming to our house, strangers approaching her to say hi, and she just seems so much happier overall! It has been over a year since our final session, and I will note it is important to stick to what Nate teaches you. We notice she regresses a bit if we are inconsistent (she's a routine-driven dog, so it makes perfect sense), but she catches back on when we realize what we stopped doing. Thank you SO much, Nate, for helping us communicate better with our pup! We have such a loving, trusting relationship, and we now get to share her with anyone who wants to say hi to her!!

Lynn and Jim Fleck get an A+ for the attention and care which they provide to their Mamas and Papas…read moreas well as their pups. They are good to them and good to the adopters, like us.

I am surprised that I haven't already written a review for Wine Country Goldendoodles. Our…read morewonderful dog Sadie is almost five and continues to give us so much pleasure. She is loving, smart, somewhat obedient (our fault) and just about the best dog we've ever had. Lynn and Jim use science to breed healthy, predictable F-1 puppies but it's the love that makes the difference. Their warmth and love for the puppies starts their lives so positively that I have never heard of one of their puppies growing up to be anything but and extraordinary dog.

I needed pet sitting and have two dogs that aren't always the most welcoming to new people, then in…read morewalk Jerry and Alison.... I couldn't believe it but instantaneously the dogs gravitated toward them and it's been great ever since! Some people just have a good vibe and you can't fool a dog so I automatically felt comfortable having them come for dropping visits while I am away. Jerry is great with sending photos and updates so I know the dogs are happy. Glad I found them and highly recommend!

Pet Nanny has been so wonderful! We don't need a regular schedule and they always accommodate us…read moreand send photos and updates on how our dog is enjoying her walks. I am so pleased we found these wonderful people to care for our dog!

My rescue dog has had issues with dog reactivity from his time at the Shelter. The issue got worst…read morewith him becoming reactive to anything moving after his PTLO surgery and his diagnosis with early onset arthritis on his two front elbows. We went through 5 trainers and it was to the point where I was so desperate I was considering hard core old school training with choke collars etc. We lucked out when we found Kelly and Shane. Shane has worked tirelessly with us every week for a year now and none of my friends recognize my dog because of how calm and composed he is when they visit. Some even asked me if I adopted another dog with he same coloring. He has progressed so much on his reactivity to moving targets that I can now even consider when we will be able to walk in public with dogs around without him barking or lunging, something I had given up for years now.

My two rescue pups and I have done a few group classes at MDDTC (Family Dog 1, Intermediate…read moreObedience, and the Tricks & More). These classes were a great way to meet my goals of brushing up on the basics, and to keep my home training interesting by learning other ways to strengthen the bond I have with my dogs. For me, the classes are even worth repeating to simply be able to spend some quality time with my pup, and while around other people and their dogs. The instructors have been very supportive and informative, as well as the facility is a conducive environment for dog training. Worth checking out to see if they meet your training or competition needs!

Just finished Family Dog 1 class. It's a basic class that is helpful for new dog owners, people…read morewho.ha ent taken a training class before or has a new dog. They teach some very helpful things and add in some fun things along the way. They have other classes forvyhose who want to continue with more advanced training.

I can't recommend Mutt Strut Dog Walking & Boarding enough! The owner, Quay is amazing. She's cool,…read morereliable, and goes above for my elderly dog, Jaxson. Jax is 13 and requires a lot of love and attention. He requires daily medication and insulin shots, and Quay takes care of all of that without hesitation and pays very great attention to detail with all his needs. Jax is so well taken care of when under her watch. I know he's in great hands when I leave him for the day or overnight. If you want someone to treat your furry baby like family, Mutt Strut is the place to go!

Quay has been part of our family since October 2023. She is incredible with our 2 year old Border…read moreCollie who was rescued and tends to be very sensitive. She is professional, firm and calm. The perfect fit for being in charge of pets. She treats our Ziggy as her own. I can not say enough good things about this company.