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

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.

Superb trainers look no further. Chelsea is a rock star so smart, knowledgeable, great teacher to…read moredogs and people both. Chelsea is understanding and works with her clients. Very rare trait to have these days. Our dog was attacked by two pitbulls and a pug while on our walk. He was so afraid of dogs after. She has helped him so much. Can't wait to utilize her again in future!!

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

The business is under new management and the new staff is extremely rude. It took 3 phone calls…read moreover a few days to get a return phone call. I had several questions because the ownership is new and I am not familiar with their policies. The female was clearly irritated by my questions and she kept telling me to look at the website, which I had already done. My questions were specific to what I needed to provide for a dog that takes daily medication and if my dog could have 1-on-1 exercise/play time because she doesn't do well with other dogs. I also had a question regarding vaccinations; the prior owners would tell us when their records showed a vaccination was due. Also, we've boarded our dogs in kennels in other states that want kennel cough vaccination every 6 months (even though the vet states it's annual). When asking for clarification, she kept telling me to call my vet and would not answer any questions regarding 'their' requirements specific to kennel cough vaccination. When I finally told her that I didn't appreciate her attitude, she explained that I had an attitude and promptly cancelled my dog's reservation, telling me to find another kennel. We have been using Canine Country Club for years with nothing but GREAT experiences. I met the new owner a few days ago (she owns Paws and Claws in Belfast as well) and I thought she was nice, but apparently the owner told the staff person that I was rude when I stopped by. The only reason I stopped by was because we were driving past the kennel and I needed a reservation in just 2 days. I was hesitant to make my hotel reservations without knowing I had a reservation for my dog. The owner told me to go right ahead and make my travel reservations and assured me that she had a spot for my dog. I thanked her for her time and told her it was nice to meet her. Apparently the experience was not mutual since she told her staff I was rude. We already found another kennel to use and their staff was extremely helpful and professional. It's a shame that customer service is now nonexistent at Canine Country Club and the courtesy of returning phone calls and answering questions of customers is a huge inconvenience. I don't think they will do well with the current staff..... Apparently they don't recognize that customers have options too.

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!