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    Christin M.

    HIGHLY recommend. We utilized their low-cost spay/neuter service for our 9 month old puppy. Due to all things Covid, there was a queue/waitlist given the high demand for services. The staff that I exchanged emails with was clear and prompt with their communication regarding scheduling. Leading up to the date of service, we were asked to complete intake paperwork electronically and provide a vaccination record. This exchange was efficient and seamless. The location is very easy to find/navigate and there is ample parking onsite. The lot is also clearly marked so you know where to park for service drop-off. Upon arrival, we were asked to call into the office and they very quickly retrieved our boy. They also called as soon as he was up and recovering from the procedure. They emailed post-op/discharge instructions and someone also reviewed them with us upon arrival back at the clinic. They were very upfront about any optional/additional costs. I would recommend MDSPCA to anyone looking for low cost spay/neuter service for their pet. They were efficient (clearly they are well-versed in these procedures given the high-volume) and they were very safe regarding social-distancing and covid safety.

    No more doggy jail for these 2. Thank you SPCA!
    Weslee R.

    The SPCA is the best! The Falls Rd facility is very spacious and clean. The location is a bit strange as the turn into the facility itself is a bit nerve wrecking but that's not their fault! The staff here is very friendly and thorough which is great. Make sure to bring proof of address and income to adopt!

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    Jennifer S.

    Good evening. My name is Jennifer and I am from New York. I drive 3 days out of the week delivering fish in DC and Baltimore. I pas the shelter every day I'm in Baltimore and one day I decided to stop in. Best thing I ever did. So I instantly fell in love with 2 beautiful Great Danes. I continued to check in on them and also stopped by but unfortunately they didn't become adoptable yet. One of the wonderful people that work at the shelter showed me the two cutest pups. Long story short I have anew member of my family. All I can say are great things about this place and all the great people that work there. I would recommend anyone interested in a new pet come here u will not be disappointed

    Nice place I've got my dog from here after my died they all was very friendly and helpful.

    My favorite adopted Girl JUNO!

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    The initial reply was quick but it took 3 days to reply with suggestions and their cost training is the same as Petco and PetSmart.

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    Pawsitive Paul's Dog Training

    Pawsitive Paul's Dog Training

    (17 reviews)

    Victory Heights

    Paul was so helpful. He met us where we were and helped us make a plan to address our specific…read moreconcerns. Our pup is very reactive on walks. He's a good boy and does a lot of things right, but we've been lost on how to handle his reactivity. Paul listened to us and really paid attention to our dog's behavior and personality. He packed so much advice into our one on one session and we finally feel like we have a plan that makes sense. As the name would suggest, he has a very positive style of training, which is awesome. While some trainers would recommend using aversive training techniques to "control" dogs (no thank you), Paul's approach was to take our situation (excessive barking at other dogs on walks) and to make a plan that is fun and engaging for both us and our dog. It's going to be a big improvement in how we work with our dog. It will take work & intention to change our habits, but that's the whole thing with dog training. It's really us humans who need the training. There's no magic button to "fix" your dog. Paul helps you see that your dog is responding to your routines and the way you communicate with him/her, whether you're communicating on purpose or by accident. I should also mention that the plan he gave us is very doable--we are not very experienced with dog training & we have full time jobs, but we can definitely fit this training plan into our daily routines. We haven't had time yet to see the results, so I plan to update in a few weeks. I really believe that our plan can only make our dog (and us) feel happier, more confident, and far less confused about our communication.

    We contacted Paul about our Cane Corso, Duke (110 Lbs. Dog) who we rescued about 7 months ago now…read morefrom BARCS Animal Shelter. He recently began having issues with meeting new people, minor biting/nipping with said new people, sound anxiety and walking near people/dogs in general which we attributed to him becoming possessive of us. Paul was incredible right from the start. Without us even knowing, Paul evaluated Duke and knew what kind of dog he was. He implemented techniques and strategies that Duke caught onto immediately and thrived with. I am honestly shocked how quickly and easily Paul engaged with Duke and had him laying on the floor and staying in place on command, something he's never done before. We now have several techniques and strategies that we will be using daily to help Duke become the best dog he can be. I would 100% recommend Paul to anyone who need assistance with dog training, one session is really all you need!

    Love Those Paws

    Love Those Paws

    (35 reviews)

    We've been using Love Those Paws since 2015 to watch our cockatiels when we go on vacation. It is…read moremuch less expensive than boarding them at the vet and less stressful for the animals. The sitters vary but all are enthusiastic based on the reports they leave. After every visit the sitter leaves a note of when they came and left and what they did. They also usually text us an update and a picture of our birds. We come back to a stack of reports. The sitter stays a while after the food, water, and paper are changed to make sure the birds aren't acting weird, and I hear that some singing goes on. We've never had a problem and have be accommodated at very short notice when we want to go away for the weekend. I highly recommend this company. 1/27/20 Update: Just used them again during a ten day trip to Hawaii. I'm pretty sure our birds are in love with Alex, who came for most oF the visits. Now they are just stuck with us. As always, a great experience and we love being able to travel without any worries.

    Love Those Paws was great from the moment I messaged them for a quote until I returned from…read morevacation. Stewart guided me through setting up a time to go over all the particulars. Despite me typing up a whole instruction sheet, he insisted on walking through again just to be sure (which is very reassuring). The actual pet sitting was spectacular. The pet sitter who was assigned was Kim. She spent plenty of time with the cats and made sure they were well cared for while I was away. The visit reports they leave are really cute as well. Could not have gone smoother! I'd also like to add that they were available with very short notice (3 other pet sitting companies were unable to handle our request). Also want to add that Stewart (when he came for the home visit) was wearing a mask and gloves to protect against COVID (a welcome sight). Pet owners would should have their minds at ease if they select Love Those Paws. If I go on vacation again (few and far between these days) I would definitely use them again!

    East Coast Academy of Dog Training - Jazzy with EastCoastAcademy.com.

    East Coast Academy of Dog Training

    (17 reviews)

    I adopted the most wonderful 13 year old boxer/pitbull mix from one of our great local shelters. I…read morewas her third home (which I still can't comprehend why) and she had pretty bad general anxiety and separation anxiety. Given her size and anxiety, I knew I would need some help. I was given a business card for East Coast Academy of Dog Training. The best recommendation ever. Initially, Paige was unmanageable on a leash. Her fear and anxiety caused her to be hyper reactive to wildlife, sounds, sudden movements. She would not respond to commands and she pulled me wherever she wanted to go. The first time Rob walked into my house, the whole energy changed. Rob has the most wonderful voice. He is soft-spoken. He never raises his voice. He has endless patience. Paige loved him from the first moment. For the first several visits, we worked inside on basic behaviors - come, sit, wait, etc. Paige caught on pretty quickly. So did I! It was as much about me learning as it was Paige. Rob always leaves detailed notes covering the lessons of the day. And consistent practice between visits is paramount. Then we began working on leash training for walks. Rob has given me valuable tools to make walks a positive experience for both Paige and I. We are still a work in progress and, weather permitting, I make a point of walking every day. Paige is so much happier and so much calmer. After 5 visits, I kept telling Rob that I needed more training. In his wonderful, calm way, he said that I didn't need more. That I had the tools to be successful and that he was only a phone call away if I needed to talk through anything. Rob never pushes additional visits if he feels you are ready to fly on your own. He has decades of experience. Go check out his website for additional detail. I appreciate Rob so much. He has made both Paige and I so much more confident. I cannot recommend Rob Hirsch and East Coast Academy of Dog Training enough!!!!

    We're very thankful for Rob's assistance! We had been to other training facilities but knew we…read moreneeded someone to come to our home to deal with our 3 dog + family dynamics. Rob conducted a free consultation and I felt assured that he was able to quickly assess the situation and he came up with a plan that everyone was comfortable with. After 3 sessions in our home, and with practice and consistency, we have made great strides in establishing order to our pack. Thank you Rob!

    Off Leash K9 Training Maryland

    Off Leash K9 Training Maryland

    (73 reviews)

    Listen, I'm not sure where to start because there's so much I want to cover regarding OLK9's Day…read moreCamp Program. First things first, Craig [Martin] is a Rockstar trainer. Period. Our very first interaction was great...his energy was wonderful...he did not disappoint! He was very methodical with his approach...explaining every step of the process...very engaging...constant updates of the Boyz progress...videos, photos...wait! The photos that I received were Ahhhhhhh-mazing, I mean impressive...only to learn that he's a photographer as well...but I digress. The Boyz are spoiled and I have no shame in stating this...*smile*. But they needed to learn manners. I have two large and very strong Standard Poodles - Mr. Brown and Max. They're extremely smart, pretty obedient in the house, but a huge challenge on walks...my poor dog walker. I wanted to be able to take them anywhere without the extended conversations of sit, stay, what are you doing? you know better... etc. At any rate, I'd been following OLK9 Maryland for some time online. I knew that training for two dogs was going to be a budget buster. Thankfully, I was able to take advantage of the "Black Friday" or "Cyber Monday" (can't remember which one it was). I cannot say enough about the great experience I had...the Boyz were happy to see Craig each day which was a HUGE relief for me. Yes, additional work/training on my part is required...to me that's a no brainer. As a responsible pet owner, I want to make sure that there is consistency and an expectation that my Boyz are well behaved and well mannered. Which means I have to do the work. Funny, as I was driving home from our final session, I was so tempted to take them on a short walk because I knew it would be enjoyable. But decided to wait until morning... I'm so excited to be able to have an enjoyable walk with these guys... less scolding and more bonding. Well worth the time and financial commitment. Thank you OLK9 Maryland for bringing additional joy to our home... things are definitely more "manageable". I'm really looking forward to our walks, especially since there will be NO more pulling! Can't wait to be able to take them to the "brick and mortar" with me once it's open! "Life Changing K9 Training"

    I wasted over $1,000 to unknowingly abuse my dog through Off Leash K9. I sought help because my dog…read morewas reactive toward other dogs, loud vehicles, and people. I was desperate to help my dog and myself and Off Leash K9 had good reviews. What these folks didn't tell me was that my dog's reactivity, what I thought was outright aggression, was actually fear - that she was scared of all of these things and trying to protect herself from them. So with the use of the e-collar (really just a shock collar let's be honest), I punished her every time she showed a fear response at Off Leash K-9's direction. This definitely changed her behavior, but rather than helping her feel more comfortable with the things that scared her, we instead punished her for being afraid and taught her to hide her fear responses. I wish I had looked at the science behind dog behavior, because I now know research shows that punishment through things like e-collars, buzz collars, spray bottles, etc. are incredibly counterproductive to changing dog behavior long term and they seriously traumatize the dog. I'm so very grateful to have met a Fear Free trainer who taught me about positive reinforcement. It has improved my relationship with my dog immensely and it has ultimately lead to the sustained behavior change I was looking for. Please do not waste your money on abusive, ignorant training through Off Leash K9.

    K9 Koncepts

    K9 Koncepts

    (48 reviews)

    We love this place! Been training here since July when we rescued this big energetic boy who was…read moredesperately in need of training. (Us too) We never had a large intense breed so it's been a process for us both. They have been so helpful with us and I truly believe they really care for these dogs. He did a 10 night board when we went on vacation and the daily updates with video put my mind at ease. Loved the kennels very clean and they prepared his meals just they way I would. He came back freshly groomed and smelled so good. I read the negative reviews and your not gonna make everyone happy but all I can say is my boy is going to be great thanks to there help and I def couldn't have done it without them. Thanks!!!

    I urge other dog owners to approach this business with caution. The first session was the owner…read moretrying to sell raw food that is, conveniently, sold at the business and included him displaying pictures of dead cats/ dogs because that's "what's in dry dog food" (spoiler alert: this is completely false). There were several other questionable or even dangerous claims about dog nutrition. This made us very cocnerned about the quality of training but hey, we were $1600 in the hole, so worth a shot. Unfortunately, the puppy class was no more than a glorified dog park. At about $100 a session, I would expect them to do better. Maybe if we had been better prepared with an introduction to the course structure it would have been okay, but instead we were subjected to over an hour of misinformation and the business owner saying that we should listen to them, not our vet, when it comes to animal nutrition.

    Maryland SPCA - animalshelters - Updated May 2026

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