We brought our two Goldens to a King K9 board and train after they found a way out of their…read morebackyard fence and took themselves on a tour of Bangor. We wanted to focus on off-leash recall and build in other great pup practices more consistently (sit, stay, and place). I cannot speak highly enough about both Joshua and our pups' experience! We have a stubborn 8 year old who will not listen to anyone but me. Through trust-building and consistency, Oliver now knows that sit means sit / place means place no matter who is asking him. And we are able to take him for off-leash adventures with the comfort of knowing that he will reliably come when asked. It's the best feeling and he's so happy with this newfound autonomy! Then there's our wild child Willow. She's 3 years old and too smart and curious for her own good. Before, if she noticed that she was off-leash or made an escape from a fence, she would bolt - it was a game for her and she loves being chased. She needed the most support in not pulling when walking, impulse control (pesky squirrels), jumping on strangers, and recall. A lot to tackle but Joshua did this beautifully! We still have our sweet girl, but now she understands what's expected of her when meeting strangers (we sit and stay seated until released) and walks (heel, please). Since training, she's finally had the opportunity to swim (her favorite thing!) entirely off-leash and will reliably come when we ask. It makes us so happy to see her enjoy this freedom with us being able to ensure her safety. King K9 was hands down one of the best investments that we've made for our pups. We highly recommend reaching out to Joshua for all of your training needs! 10/10.

Every time I try to write about how much I appreciate Josh's help with my dog Parker, I get…read moreemotional and dramatic because his quick response, professional advise and care for Parker's situation literally saved Parker's life. Josh is very responsive - I need some advise in an urgent situation and he answered my inquiry very quickly and within in a week came to my home to evaluate the situation. He provided solutions and follow up coaching with phone calls which to care of the short term emergency. Then we set up a plan to have Parker visit for a 6 week rehab. Josh spent time understanding my situation, what I needed for Parker, and came up with a plan. Now, I have a dog that doesnt bark or disturb the neighbors, I can walk in public, and I know how to help Parker make better decisions and be less reactive. Both Parker and I are so much happier and I am so very grateful to Josh for his help!!

Erin Bessey offers a comprehensive, well organized puppy/dog training program in a beautiful…read morepastoral setting. Erin is very knowledgeable and works with owners helping them to identify issues and develops an individualized puppy plan to remedy them. Thus, bringing out the best qualities in their puppy/dog through consistency. Our Lochlan (Lock), has blossomed with Erin's help, going from a timid, rambunctious puppy, to a confident one who shows self control and welcomes new challenges. Lock is not the only one who has gained skills -- We have learned to be more confident owners! We are so thankful for Erin, and highly recommend Bessey's Positive Paws!!

My dogs love Jenn! Used for board and train services in April. Beautiful space for the dogs to run…read morearound outside

From the owner: We are a family/woman / veteran-owned business selling leashes, collars, safety clips, tethers,…read moreKong products, training treats, Herm Sprenger and more. We also offer dog transportation and delivery from the breeder, rescue, or individual to you (please contact us directly). We want you to enjoy your pup, as much as we do. We offer training services Basic & Advanced Obedience, or a custom plan for you and your pup. We also offer boarding services and board and train. Spaces are limited. Please schedule a minimum of 2 - 4 weeks in advance. More products and services added in 2023. Check out our shop again to see what's new! Customer Service (207) 881-3336

I cannot recommend PUPS enough! I have an incredibly challenging hound dog, and I was at an…read moreabsolute loss for what to do with her. I had done months of private lessons using positive only training and had made almost no progress. She is so friendly, but very reactive to other dogs, and when triggered would lose her mind to the point that the police had been called because it sounds like I'm killing her. Enter PUPS. Firstly, it is so clear how much Chelsea and Phelan love dogs and what they do. I would trust them to take care of all of my dogs. As to my crazy hound, she was a changed canine after their program. I can walk her, take her places without her losing control, and have established clearer boundaries and expectations. I can even bring her to work with me! I received frequent updates with videos of how they were working with my dog and directions on how to respond to problematic behaviors. I left with instructions on how to maintain the positive changes that had been taught to her. Any time I need help or guidance (and I mean ANY time) Chelsea is there for me and my Peanut. I just send a text and maybe a quick video, and I get a detailed, helpful response tailored to my dog and her needs. If you have a pup who is giving you a run for your money, bring them to PUPS. You WILL NOT regret it.

We first contacted Peace & Unity Pet Services (PUPS) when we needed ongoing training for our…read more18-month-old German Shepherd Dog (GSD) -- and for ourselves. Chelsea and Phelan took the time to meet with us to understand where we were in our training journey and where we wanted to be. While we waited for our board-and-train spot, we met with PUPS regularly for training sessions both at home and in public settings to address immediate needs. This included walking calmly in public, polite door greetings, and setting clear, consistent expectations for our new GSD. Throughout the process, Chelsea and Phelan were always quick to answer our questions and explain why certain approaches work, which made a huge difference for us. The amount of knowledge I gained from working with Chelsea and Phelan is immeasurable. They are approachable, understanding, compassionate, incredibly knowledgeable, and true advocates for the dogs they train. After our GSD completed her board and train, friends and family could not believe how calm and well-adjusted she was. They helped her find a healthy mindset and, just as importantly, taught us how to carry her progress forward at home. Our GSD has developed such a strong bond with Chelsea and Phelan; she is always happy to return for boarding. I am so thankful we found PUPS and highly recommend their services to anyone searching for professional, compassionate dog training. Struggling with a new pup can feel isolating, but Chelsea and Phelan help you and your dog confidently get back out into the world.

Something is off at this place. I took a Pomeranian there and he was put with large dogs. He had…read morerecently had a hind leg fractured, had had expensive surgery and rehab. He was on all 4 legs when I took him in. The pressure from the big dogs or the jumping around badly hurt his leg and now he is on 3 legs. I think I have to start all over again and get him to the surgeon he saw this spring. I cannot put my finger on it, but I suspect the staff has not had training or they lack questioning skills when a new dog is presented. Like a doc's office: is the dog on any medication? has the dog had surgery recently? is the dog allergic to cleaning solutions? Just basic inquiries might have helped determine the small dog should not go with the big dogs.

Our dog Lucy has been coming to your business for 5-6 years, since we moved to Searsport and has…read moreseemed to weather the experience with a few behavioral issues after being left for several days. We would pick her up and she was a "hyper-fit" but soon settled back into our home routine after reassurance, a shower and much brushing. We picked her up yesterday and she was so glad. She was also shining clean and had been brushed out , toenails trimmed (really well). She was less stressed, even when coming home into the house. She was glad to be home as always but way more comfortable with being gone. We had a repair man stop by today, and for the first time ever, she didn't run out barking and trying to scare him off, she was watchfull, but not threatening . Not sure how you managed this, but whoever is working there now , THANK YOU, for taking such good care of her and helping with her training. Kerry Dougherty & Dick Dyer

Our pup Dolly is a rescue puppy. She was about 14 weeks old when we got her. Katie came and did an…read moreevaluation within a week and determined a path of training for Dolly who was timid and afraid of noises, afraid to leave our side and needed a lot of direction and attention. Using Katie's techniques and positive rewards in just 6 weeks Dolly is a different pup. She is inquisitive, playful and obedient. She loves the 'games' Katie has introduced and doesn't realize she is learning while playing. She even files her own nails. I would heartily recommend Katie and Empathy over Ego to anyone with a new pup they want to start out on the right path or even a mature dog that needs a little retraining. Thank you Katie.

Katie has been an amazing trainer to work with! We reached out to her to continue our education and…read morework on positive training methods for our 9-month old Lab/Shepherd puppy. Katie has helped make training fun and engaging, as well as extremely educational. It is clear how much experience Katie brings to the table, but she really individualizes each session to your dog's needs---all while holding space for the human members of the family and any challenges that come up. She even sends detailed notes after each session with additional resources, and they are so helpful to refer back to and mark progress. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to help the whole family strengthen their communication skills, and have more fun while along the way!