At the time that I contacted pawlite best friends, my Giant schnauzer was just over a year old. A…read moreGiant schnauzer is similar to German shepherds or Dobermans in that they are great dogs, but require skilled, confident leadership to be the best they can be. If you are like me, and thought that you were a skilled, confident leader who was doing everything right for your dog, and then got to a point we're you started to feel like you were missing something and as a result had lost a certain degree of control, then I highly recommend contacting pawlite. Keep in mind-calling someone to help you is exactly that. She will train you how to train your dog. You have to come in humble, with an open mind, and be ready to work. We were addressing reactivity specifically. We saw instant results. Same day. Amazing. From there, you must take what you learn from pawlite and apply it consistently-meaning daily at minimum and multiple times per day when possible. You will guaranteed see a major positive change in your friend if you apply the techniques that pawlite teaches you. Highly recommend. Instant results. Clear, concise confident training that is never rude or condescending.

She helped my dog become more calm and less reactive. I appreciate how much information she shared…read moreand the passion she has to improve my dogs life and mine!

We have three dogs and have had an exceptional experience with Paw Plaza. The staff is friendly and…read moretreats the dogs as their own. A very positive experience with boarding, training and grooming. They take the time to know you and your dog. Unlike other places they don't throw all the dogs together in one big group play. Which was overwhelming for one my dogs. Instead they match the dogs by temperament to ensure a positive experience. Overall we highly recommend Paw Plaza.

I was a former client of this daycare. Overall, my experience was mostly positive. There was one…read moreinteraction with an employee that made me feel uncomfortable due to a comment made about my dog. After learning that this individual is also involved in training, I personally felt that this environment was no longer the best fit for my pet. Everyone has different comfort levels and expectations when it comes to pet care, so this was a personal decision. I chose to remove my original one-star review because I felt it did not fairly reflect the owner, who was always kind and professional throughout my experience. My intention is not to place blame, but simply to share my perspective as a former client. I hope the business continues to do well, as the owner demonstrates professionalism and care.

Lance is very friendly and Milo has learned to be patient. First class he really tested our…read morepatience.

From the owner: If you’re looking for the ultimate dog training program, look no further than Ridgeside K9 New…read moreEngland! Our team of certified professional dog trainers work hard to create custom programs that fit every dog, and every budget; from private training lessons to boarding and training. Most of us lead pretty hectic lives, work long hours, have numerous commitments, and often don’t have extra time to devote to the hundreds of repetitions and 24/7 accountability that successful dog training requires. You would much rather be spending the time you do have exploring, having fun, making memories, or relaxing with your canine best friend! That’s where our Board and Train dog training services come in. Our trainers will create a unique training program to fit you and your dog's specific needs to achieve the training goals. All travel, treats, care, training, tools, and lifetime guarantee of communication with your assigned trainer is included in each of our programs. At the end of training, your trainer will return the dog back to you where they will not only teach you everything your dog has newly learned, but also how to continue with training in everyday aspects within your own home. Our motivation is to see you communicate, connect, and thrive with your dog!

We've had the absolute best experience with Dave and his wonderful team. From the very beginning,…read moreDave patiently walked us through his process, clearly managed expectations, and created a safe, nurturing environment for our Jingles. During the three weeks we were apart, he shared daily updates--complete with training videos and photos--which made us feel truly connected to Jingles' progress and growth every step of the way. Dave thoughtfully tailors each session to your dog's needs and leaves no question unanswered, putting you completely at ease knowing your puppy is in the most capable hands. Jingles now has a true home away from home, and we feel grateful to have found trusted partners in her upbringing. After all, it really does take a village!

We recently adopted a new puppy (Nala) to keep our 3 year old Golden doodle (Augie) company…read more Although the two dogs are siblings from different litters, they didn't immediately take to being together. Unlike Augie, who was always sweet and extremely mellow even as a puppy, Nala bit us in the face, barked, destroyed things in our home and terrorized Augie to the extent that he would run away from her. We weren't sure we could keep her because she was so badly behaved and seemed untrainable. In the span of 3 weeks, David transformed Nala from a challenging puppy into a dream puppy. She obeys all the commands, walks off leash in our wooded neighborhood, sleeps hours later than when she left and most importantly she is able to play well with Augie who now seeks her out and willingly allows her even to sleep in his own bed. David sent dozens of videos so we could watch her while she was in training and learn the language she was learning from David. He kept in contact and was even able to drop her off and meet our other dog for a walk with Nala. Without Massachusetts Dog Training, we would likely have given our wonderful puppy away and never realized what a gem we had. David helped to uncover Nala's true potential and helped us to realize how smart, sweet and special she is. We will be forever grateful for his wisdom, expertise and love for our Nala.

Scott was good to work with. He put things into terms that we humans can understand and he…read moreconnected very easily with my Neuro divergent son, which I had some concerns, about if someone was going to be able to,..... but my son picked it up beautifully. Scott in very matter of fact, very black-and-white terms, which was very helpfu! And our dog is kind of scary. She's a biter and I think with Scott's help we may be able to end that and repair the way we look at our dog and our dog looks at us. I'm looking forward to seeing how things progress with our dog. Thanks for the help Scott.

We had our first session with Scot today and it was extremely helpful and informative. We saw our…read moreAmerican Bully respond positive to his direction right away and we addressed some issues that have been very concerning for us. He taught us how to effectively communicate with our dog and I feel very optimistic that we will have an even better relationship with our dog now.

We brought our adopted Shepherd to Bob for private training. He was fantastic. Kind but firm,…read morefocusing only on the positives, and honest enough to tell us it was really about training the people, not the dogs. A very positive experience!

When we adopted a deaf puppy years ago and realized just how big she was going to be we knew that…read morewe were going to need some help with training. Bob has a way with dogs that it's just fascinating to watch them lock in on him and follow his instructions. He gave us alot of information (and homework! Everything takes practice!) but years later she still has a great hold on her basic commands/hand signals!

Canine Behavioral Services helped my German Shepherd Dog, Gunny, lose weight starting with a 2…read moremonth stay at their facility. While there, he was able to socialize with other dogs (other than my pack) and people which he wasn't getting at home as I live in the woods, so to speak. Gunny returned with a renewed spirit, more energetic and social and walked easier on leash without so much pulling. Canine Behavioral Services continues to work around my schedule with weekly visits to teach us humans how to properly interact with our pets and to teach us what they're saying. If you have any issues with your dog, whether it be pulling on leash, weight problems, anti-socialization, aggressiveness, etc, I highly recommend Canine Behavioral Services as your solution! Rich Nocera Sandy Cabral Hope Valley, RI

Brian understands dogs, but he can be rude and unprofessional to people- especially women. He does…read morenot want anything to do with you while he has your dog, despite what he says. He will warn people that his communication is "direct," but that is inaccurate. His responses are dramatic cut-and-paste messages that often have nothing to do with your own request. My dog got what it needed from training, but lost a good amount of weight. When this was pointed out to the assistant, they reviewed their instructions- sure enough, the wrong amount of food was listed. It should have been obvious for a dog that size.

The BEST trainer for my dog Phoebe who struggles with anxiety, reactivity, and aggression towards…read morepeople/dogs. Not only did she transform Phoebe into a more confident girly, she boosted my confidence in handling her. Ang came into my life when I was really struggling with my dog. I truly don't know what I would have done without her!

I was originally nervous to do a board and train because my dog is like my child. However, I've…read moreknown Angela since high school so I was able to trust that my Doberman would be safe and cared for. I rescued my dog around 6-7 months old. Adopting him at this age meant he already had some ingrained bad behaviors that were hard to break. Angela was able to come up with a training plan that not only addressed my dogs issues but also my own issues/fears. She really made the process comfortable for both of us. Thanks to Angela's expertise and patience, my Doberman and I are now able to accomplish so much more together.

We had an excellent experience with Christina. Our 3.5 year old Yorkie, Loki, was so full of…read moreanxiety that he would literally run around the house terrified for four hours straight barking and "screaming" as we called it (like the screaming goat) as late as midnight. It wasn't his fault, but we had to do something. He was taking medication recommended by our vet at the time. Christina's first visit was spent talking to us through Loki's barking and crying from his crate literally right next to us. She could see that in this state, he needed help before he needed training. She recommended we talk to our vet about a different medication, as she suspected the one he was taking was actually making his anxiety worse. She also recommended a change in his diet from store bought (high end) to homemade. We agreed to do these things and meet again in two weeks. When she came back, Loki was a different dog. He still needed training and still had anxiety, but we could now learn how to desensitize him to the things he was afraid of. (Doorbell, packages, strangers on walks, other dogs) Christina taught us the skills to train Lokie on these issues. Desensitizing will take time and commitment on our end and we are doing our best. :) We were not looking to teach our dog tricks, he does know the basics now though. We were looking for peace for Loki and our family. We are able to sit with him and take him places once again. THANK YOU CHRISTINA!!

I started training with my reactive dog Bella awhile ago and it has been a great help. She had…read moreawful reaction towards other dogs when we were walking. We get a few refresher classes once in a while to maintain Bella's good behavior. I've learned a few tricks I haven't heard anywhere before. Highly recommend.