Brad was amazing. We have a 2 year old Corgi who is a very sweet boy but he would be very reactive…read moretowards other dogs and would always eat things off the ground. Walks became so stressful, and we tried every thing we could think of to fix it. Brad was able to teach us his methods within 30 minutes, and within the first week his behavior was a complete 180! Cant recommend him enough.

I genuinely can't recommend Brad highly enough. By the time…read moreI reached out, I had already spent months trying to fix Sunny's leash pulling and reactivity. I'd worked with two trainers, including a 3 week board-and-train program ($5,000 investment), followed every instruction, and practiced daily, yet I didn't see changes. I was managing the behavior without ever understanding what was causing it. That changed within the first two hours with Brad. He didn't start with commands or tools. Instead, he focused on the psychology behind Sunny's reactions: what was driving them, what was reinforcing them, and what I was unknowingly communicating. No one had ever explained it that clearly. That was the turning point. For the first time, I wasn't guessing or correcting blindly. I could see what Sunny was experiencing in real time and understand how my timing, energy, and responses were shaping his behavior. That clarity changed everything. Walks feel completely different now. Sunny is no longer pulls since my training with Brad, the reactive outbursts are gone, and the experience itself is calm. I'm no longer bracing for problems because I know how to prevent them. I am SO appreciative!

From our very first session until now, he has taught me so much. He's incredibly knowledgeable, and…read morealways explains the methods from how dogs think and perceive the world and how the training ties into it. The progress I've seen has been amazing, and I've learned how to communicate with my dog in a way that has strengthened our bond. I highly recommend Josh and Bark Busters OC to anyone looking for a trainer who truly knows what they're doing!

I have 2 dogs, a chaotic puppy and a fear reactive German shepherd. Before working with Josh, I…read morefelt like I was always managing my dogs but still couldn't fully trust them in real life. Now they're calm, confident, and make way better decisions on their own. I can take them pretty much anywhere, which wasn't the case before. He also helped my German Shepherd become a lot more comfortable around people and other dogs. Biggest shift honestly was me. I'm way more confident, less stressed, and actually know how to communicate and teach my dogs without relying on tools. If you want a dog you can actually live life with, I'd 100% recommend Josh!

We have been bringing our 90lb Mastiff/Lab mix to OC Dog Ranch for the last few years every time…read moreour family travels 4+ days. I am so happy I found this place - was recommended by someone through word of mouth. It is wide open space for our dog to run, and I love that because it is SO much better than her being boarded in a room with 50 other dogs. Staff will send you updates - and we always get a picture of our happy dog with other happy dogs. Staff also sends a report card. Always respond asap when I reach out and ask how she's doing.

They were good back in 2020 when Dana bought the place and were hungry for customers. The…read moretraining here has gone way done. They are more interested in Dog Boarding for the mega rich in Laguna and Newport Beach now based on how few trainers they have and the huge kennel staff they have hired. I had my dog trained here years ago as a pup but now he has some behavior issues that I know they can fix, but they don't want to touch him. The Secretary's exact words - "it might be better to find another trainer". This is how they treat past customers that spent thousands to have their dog trained here. ZERO CONCERN! DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME AT THIS PLACE!!!!

Malibu the Rescue Dog quickly became part of our family. Her separation anxiety caused some issues…read moreand I found Sit Means Sit at the Mission Viejo Farmer's Market. From the complimentary in home consult I realized Kevin knew what he was talking about! Much to my surprise, everyone love Malibu and is so kind! I had to work in San Diego this week and they agreed to keep her during the day and do training. She was so happy to get dropped off- this is a girl who lives to be in my presence so seeing her happy and "at home" made my day! I can not recommend this place enough! Thank you to the entire SMS crew! You are all amazing! Kind, caring, intelligent and empowering! Malibu has gained confidence and some more!! I loved the weekly photo and video and the process reports! We missed her so much and the 10 day boarding and training was so worth it!

Cannot recommend this facility enough. They took our unruly pup and turned him into a lovable…read moremember of the family. We dropped off Grizzly for board and train not sure what to expect. When we picked him up, he had some semblance of manners and was able to walk without pulling! They offer additional weekly sessions to ensure success, and we try to attend as many as we can. Kevin has been Grizzly's main trainer, and Grizzly is always so excited to see him. What I love most is that we can board Grizzly with them when we travel and know he is getting great care while staying with them. Sit Means Sit was well worth the time and investment!

We can't say enough great things about Matt! He trained our dog Leo and did an absolutely amazing…read morejob. From the moment they met, it was clear that Matt has a true love for dogs--Leo instantly adored him. Matt took the time to build a strong bond with Leo, and our dog would get so excited every time Matt came to pick him up for training. As a puppy, Leo worked on leash walking, recall, not picking things up off the ground, place positions, and general "off/leave it" commands. Not only did Matt train Leo incredibly well, but he also trained us! He really emphasized that a dog's success depends on the owners' consistency and commitment, and he gave us the tools and confidence to continue reinforcing the training at home. What sets Matt apart is his ability to balance structure with fun--he was able to instill obedience while still letting Leo keep his goofy, playful personality. He's patient, kind, and a great teacher. I also love how available he is for questions, troubleshooting, or extra lessons when needed. He always makes time and genuinely wants both the dogs and their humans to succeed. Matt's pick-up and drop-off service is super convenient, and we appreciated the updates and photos he sent during training. We've also used his board and train services when traveling, and it's so comforting to know Leo is in such good hands. The biggest endorsement? Every time Leo sees Matt, he lights up and runs over for cuddles and kisses. We 100% recommend Matt to anyone looking for a dedicated, talented, and genuinely caring dog trainer.

Matt is a very professional trainer!…read more Our golden retriever had so much puppy energy that it was too much to handle as he grew. Our dog would jump on us, nibble on us, chase after anything blowing in the wind (nearly taking off our arms), and would never listen to our commands although he knew them well. My husband and I hired a different trainer (with good reviews) before Matt and he basically told us to get toys and play hide and seek with his dog food to mentally drain his energy. That lasted for like a week and we were back at square one. Then everything changed once we hired Matt. Our dog did the 4 week program. What was effective about Matt's training is that he would come and pick up our dog to do training around our neighborhood. This makes so much more sense than to send a dogs to a boarding facility which they may be great there but then right back to their bad habits once they return home. We noticed a huge difference after just only a few days. Matt taught our dog leash manners, how to remain focus despite distractions and how to listen and follow commands. Before Matt's training, it was difficult to walk our dog in high traffic areas and it seemed easier and less stressful to just allow him to stay home. Now our dog can enjoy his life to the fullest because we can take him to places confidently knowing that he is going to behave properly. If you're struggling with your dog or you want to give your dog a more fulfilling life, train with Matt. He is truly a professional trainer. We wish we had hired him sooner! Bonus: Matt takes such great photos of the dogs he trains- check out his instagram @black.collar.dog.training

Tommy helped us with our Miniature Australian Shepherd puppy when no one else would! He came to…read moreour house when she was 11 weeks old (other trainers wanted to wait until she had all her puppy shots) and immediately got us off on the right foot for behavior training. He trained my husband and me as well as our puppy! So grateful. Tommy has a gift for knowing how dogs think and he shares that knowledge as part of the session. We never felt rushed to finish a lesson when he came to the house, he just dealt with our issues and reminded us to keep practicing with our dog until next time. We even decided to enroll in his weekly puppy class so that our puppy would learn to behave around other dogs. His private dog park is a god-send as we live in a condo and don't have a yard for our puppy to play in. She loved going there and we'll be back! We highly recommend Tommy. He showed us how to anticipate what our puppy was going to do before she did it and correct her misdeeds before they take place. Five stars!

Tommy came for our first private session and it went better than I imagined. My husband and I…read morelearned a lot from Tommy. He is very relatable and has a unique way of teaching that is very enjoyable and actually entertaining, all at the same time! Now that is talent! Tommy was made for this job and well worth his price. You get what you pay for. He definitely does not watch the clock and gives you more than 1 hr and does not leave until he has answered all your questions. My dog is already doing better on our walks. Tommy teaches but you have to do what he says or you have wasted your money. I signed up for 5 lessons and looking forward to the rest. I will update when we are finished.

Emily is fantastic. We only worked with her in person once because I lived in Portland at the time,…read morebut after working with her that time she was open to any and all questions after that. Gonzo did so much better on leash after only one session!

We hired Emily to help us with our newly adopted puppy, Nala, an American Staffordshire Terrier…read moremix. As Nala approached 9 months old, she began showing signs of reactivity toward people and other dogs, especially on walks. We couldn't have anyone new come into our home without her barking, growling, and displaying dominant behavior. Walks became stressful--she would lunge at certain people wearing hats or sunglasses and at other dogs. We were starting to lose hope and knew we needed guidance to help Nala trust us and feel secure. We reached out to Emily, and from her very first consultation, we knew we had made the right choice. Emily arrived calm and relaxed, allowed Nala to approach her at her own pace, and immediately showed us how Nala should properly greet people. From that moment, I knew Emily was the perfect trainer for us. We've been working with Emily for 3 months, focusing on how Nala approaches people entering our home, and the progress has been incredible. Nala is now a very obedient dog, and we feel confident managing visitors. Walks were our next challenge, and Emily guided us through trying different collars, learning how to use our body language and tone of voice, and properly using the leash and collar. She emphasized praise, play, and rewarding Nala when she succeeded, which helped release her energy in a positive way. We have since enrolled in group sessions to work on properly introducing Nala to other dogs. Thanks to Emily's guidance, Nala has truly transformed into a completely different dog. Emily gave us the tools to feel confident, comfortable, and capable as dog owners. She doesn't waste time--she gets results while ensuring we understand what we're doing and why. We are so grateful for Emily and will absolutely continue working with her as we keep practicing and doing our homework. She is truly amazing, and we owe Nala's progress to her dedication and expertise.

We really enjoyed the experience of working with the Sit Means Sit team! They were all very…read moreprofessional and stood out to us as really loving the animals and what they do. Our pup loved every minute of it and we are extremely grateful for the care they gave him. We did the 20 day program and immediately reaped the benefits of their training and guidance. Our pup is back showing us all his new skills and we are extremely proud of the graduate. Thanks for your wonderful work!!

We sent our dog, Duke, to the 10-day board and train program--and while 10 days felt like a long…read moretime to be apart from him, the experience was well worth it. He was paired with Andy, and we couldn't have asked for a better trainer. Andy clearly got Duke, and Duke really responded to him. The weekly updates and training videos were a huge comfort while he was away. It was amazing to see Duke's progress in real time--it definitely helped ease our nerves. When we got him back, we were amazed. Duke was still the same lovable, goofy guy, but now with real structure and command responsiveness. He listens, follows direction, and is clearly more confident. Andy laid an incredible foundation, and the follow-up training has made us feel fully supported in continuing Duke's journey. We genuinely can't recommend Sit Means Sit--and especially Andy--enough. It's been a true blessing for our family and for Duke. If you're considering it, do it!

I contacted Posh Pets to ask about pet sitting our cats for an upcoming vacation. I spoke to Gail…read morewho seemed less than enthusiastic, but told me she would loop in an employee of hers who is great with cats, so I felt better about proceeding. Gail told me they could come by Sunday afternoon to meet my pets but couldn't give me an exact time (which I found odd) and that she would text me that morning and give me more details. Sunday rolled around, NO TEXT, NO CALL, NO SHOW. I guess they really didn't care about getting our business! Extremely rude and a complete waste of my time.

When we decided to get a puppy we worried about what we would do when we traveled or even on…read moreoccasional long days where we weren't able to be home. I did a lot of review and found Gail Louie at Posh Pets Concierge. Gail got right back to me, answered all of my questions and right away I could sense her knowledge of puppies and felt comfortable with her right away. We made a trial visit to her home and our puppy fit right in. She goes above and beyond while caring for her dogs. Sends pictures, makes daily local dog park trips, walks, spoils with treats and even helps with some training issues. She truly loves what she does. I feel like our puppy is at a family members house while we are gone. I love that our puppy is in a home environment and is cared for in an individualized manner. She really gets to know each of her dogs. Romey loves going to Aunt Gails and really misses all of his furiends when he comes home. We are so blessed to have found such a wonderful second home for our puppy. We never worry about a thing when we are away.

We boarded our pup here after many amazing reviews from colleagues…read more I loved waking up to the report card and updated pics of how Brooklyn did for the day. She was there for 9 days. I saw that everyday she was getting more and more comfortable in the new environment. They got the best pics of her!!!!! Pics tell it all!!! We opted for an exit bath which included a nail trim!!! Loved having her come home clean, happy, tired! Thank you so much Camp Opie!!!! It is clear how much this facility loves their pups!!!

My dogs are like my babies and the idea of being apart from them gives me so much anxiety. I wanted…read moreto find a place that I trust to take care of them and luckily I stumbled upon Camp Opie. I drive by multiple dog daycares and go here because I truly feel like they love dogs! They go the extra mile and I can tell my dogs are happy as clams here. Thank for taking care of Comet & Max