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    Pawsitive Beginnings

    5.0 (10 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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    Doggy Lama Pet Care

    Doggy Lama Pet Care

    (312 reviews)

    We couldn't recommend Doggy Lama Pet Care more, what a wonderful organization. Molly and all the…read moreemployees are amazing. Their pricing is more than reasonable, and the services are the best. Molly was recommended by a friend as "the dog whisperer" and that is correct. We have a little senior guy who loves other doggo's but doesn't have any teeth to defend himself, so it has been really difficult to find a boarder for him to be safe. Even having friends who he is familiar with staying at the house hasn't worked out. Insert Doggy Lama. We did a trial run of boarding with Molly, and he passed so we were able to schedule a weeklong vacation knowing he would have the best time. He got to hang out with some other senior dogs and have long walks in the wilderness and lots of doggo time. Molly kept us posted daily with pictures of our little man being a dog. The experience way outperformed expectations. We are working to sign our guy up for some walking adventures throughout the week. Go see Doggy Lama for all your needs.

    We absolutely love Molly and the whole Doggy Lama team! From the very beginning, Molly has been so…read morecommunicative, kind, and flexible and she always sends the best photo updates that brighten our day. When Wilma first started going to Molly, she was a shy and timid pup who wasn't comfortable being off leash. Over time, with Molly's patience and care (and the help of Fabrizzio and the other amazing walkers), Wilma has grown so much in confidence. She now happily runs with the pack (with a long lead) and adores her boarding stays with Molly. I think she's sad when she leaves! We're so grateful for Doggy Lama and the great care and service they provide. It truly feels like Wilma is part of a second family. We can't recommend Doggy Lama enough!

    Bow Wow Ventures - Willow gives smiles

    Bow Wow Ventures

    (29 reviews)

    I'm so pleased to be able to update this review from 2010. How time flies!…read more Our dear Penny whom Shasta helped us with back then passed away in 2015. We started working with Shasta again in 2017 when we got our new pup, a border collie rescue. He came to us emaciated and poorly socialized, needing love and positive experiences to bring him out of his shell. Shasta gave us much-needed training advice, and from there her staff started walking Hugo on group walks, which he's done once a week since 2018. He enjoys these walks so much; they provide wonderful socialization experiences. All the treats and training in the world can get a dog so far, but a strong adult with a great pack really helps with confidence-building and calm. Hugo walks with Toni, who send us pictures of him each week with his crew. I can tell that Hugo is happy with Toni and his pack: as we release him to the car (to maintain social distancing), our pup who usually does not like to leave my side will happy run down the stairs to greet him and hop in the car! Shasta also runs Puptown for boarding. We've only needed this service once, but having been in there and knowing Shasta for so many years, I know that this would be a great resource as well. It has been a pleasure seeing Shasta grow this business for over a decade, and watch it continue to provide the same excellent service it did in the beginning. If you need training support, especially with difficult dogs, a weekly walking group, or more, Bow Wow is a great choice. Review from 2010 I love Shasta. She has walked our dog for well over a year. She been amazing. We have worked with four dog walking companies, and Shasta is a cut above. As a handler, Shasta knows dogs and dog behavior. We switched to her when we were having some behavioral problems with our dog at home, especially after walks. Shasta worked closely with Penny and we've seen huge improvements in her behavior. Last year our dog needed surgery; Shasta worked with us on her rehab, and continues to be conservative with her play to ensure that she stays strong. As a business person, Shasta has been great. She handled our initial interview, paperwork, and invoicing professionally. We LOVE her daily dog walk "reports"--these little report cards let us know how our dog was feeling, what she did, and (sorry for the detail) even if and how she pooped! Who could ask for more? Our dog loves Shasta, responds well to her, and behaves well at home after a walk with her. That's what matters most.

    This crew... where do I start? Shasta and her team have been walking our dogs since they were…read moremonths old. Now they're in their twilight years, we still feel the same. They are a wonderful team that treats these dogs like their furry children. Shasta and her team have been awesome, helping to transform these loving, high energy dogs to obedient and happily exercised ones. One of our dogs is socially awkward -- he's gotten kicked out of almost every doggy day care in the East Bay. o_O The off-leash hikes are must haves for them and our backyard - you should've seen what these two did before we hired Bow Wow Ventures! They're worth every penny. I'm not kidding when I say our dogs love them. When they hear the truck coming, they're raring to go. And they're the only ones we call when we need to board them. I cannot recommend them enough.

    Karan’s Dog Training

    Karan’s Dog Training

    (26 reviews)

    Lakeshore, Lower Hills

    Karan has been an incredible trainer for my female Italian Greyhound. He first started working with…read moreher when she was about four months old and she was doing great! We moved away when she was 6 months old, and the transition was really hard on my pup. We returned to the area and she is now 16 months old, I called Karan right away. My pup had become very reactive toward other dogs and people, barking and freaking out, seeing red and lunging at other dogs. He was able to quickly help me see how some of the things I was doing -- with the best intentions -- were actually making things worse for my dog. That insight alone was incredibly helpful and reassuring. Karan is assertive, extremely knowledgeable, and knows exactly how to guide both dog and owner toward success. One of the biggest things he helped me realize is how important my own confidence is in shaping my dog's behavior. That shift alone made a huge difference. He is professional, reliable, and consistently follows through. He even drives out to us, which makes training so much easier. Beyond that, he is always communicative, responsive via text, and available when we need support. Karan has truly become our go-to trainer, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for effective, high-quality training. Thank you Karan!

    Karan is a super intuitive and grounded trainer. He has a calm, steady presence that my dog…read moreresponded to immediately. We've been seeing him two to three times a month for the past few months, and he consistently knows what he's doing. He gives clear suggestions, shows you exactly how to implement them in training sessions, and you get to see firsthand how well they work. Unlike other trainers I've spoken to in the Bay Area, he keeps things simple and effective, and he's great about answering questions between sessions when something comes up. He's flexible, easy to communicate with, and genuinely invested in your dog's progress. I suggest bringing a pen and paper because the small tips he drops are the ones you'll want to remember. Thanks to him, my King Charles Cavalier is now holding his pee for almost six hours, and I've learned how to attune without slipping into the "my dog must be sad" spiral. He's not sad -- he's a happy little guy who just needs structure, attention, and, well... training. Highly recommend!!!

    Citizen Canine - Goodbye

    Citizen Canine

    (131 reviews)

    East Oakland

    Citizen Canine is the best. That's it. That's the whole truth. They aren't just voted the best by…read morethe community every year. They treat my dog like royalty. They offer training and special care packages. One on one care options and boarding. I could sit here until I reach the maximum character limit glazing their services and the care that they provide. They are also very close to the 880 fwy gas stations and food options so when you pick up your fur baby you can grab gas and dinner on those days you're too tired after work to think. Their fenced in play area has large umbrellas and misters that spray fine mist when it's hot. They love love love dogs here. I have not met one apathetic employee in the years my dog had been coming here. Everyone here is as amazing as these reviews imply. I owe my dog's health and happiness to her weekday daily routine of several walks and play times, baths and other spa day services when she is here. My work lets me bring my dog to work and I still bring her here. They are that beneficial to her wellbeing. All hail Muñeca, queen of chugs!

    I took my beloved Chihuahua, who is only 5 pounds in April for three days I left my beloved pet…read morethere, and when I came back to retrieve him. He was crying a cry that I have never heard of distress outside on the other side of the fence. I waited and waited while they took their time and when they brought my dog back, I realized it was my dog that was crying he was overheated and exhausted and panting for breath, like I have never seen him before this place almost killed my beloved pet!!! I will never ever ever take my dog here again!

    Pawsitive Beginnings - pet_training - Updated May 2026

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