Max is the laziest, sweetest, and cuddliest dog I have ever had. He's also my first herding dog…read more Boy, these dogs are so intelligent that it blows my mind! Before Alex, my partner and I were at a loss as to what to do about Max. He was getting worse and worse with his (leash) reactivity. In the home, he would just laze about and bring toys to us to play with him or would just play by himself. But we dreaded taking him outside on the leash because any dog we would see would turn him into a rabid zombie. There were a lot of breakdowns on my part and feeling like a terrible dog mom so we finally bit the bullet and chose the two week board and train with Alex. Getting into contact was smooth and easy and we chose a drop off and pick up time. Alex sent a picture or video every day and also answered any questions we had along the way if we had any questions about why he did a training a certain way in a video. I am blown away by not only how knowledgeable Alex is when it comes to understanding dogs individually (Max's terrible reactivity got worse and worse because he had been going to daycare two times a week for ten months and had been getting bullied so now he gets into fearful attack mode - Alex's astute observation) but also understand me and my partner and correcting us on our behavior. He figured it out right away at our first pick up lesson after the training and my partner told him "heel" and Max looked at him and then "heeled" next to me (yes, Max is a total mama's boy). It's been a little over a month since Max has come home to us from his board and training. Is he a perfectly trained dog now? Not at all! Does he have a solid foundation that Alex trained him with and now my partner and I just have to train ourselves to communicate better with Max so we are all on the same page? Absolutely! Sending your dog to Alex (or any trainer) is not going to be a magical fix. Your relationship with your dog is just that--a relationship. Both parties need to keep working together until you're on the same page. I have texted Alex my questions (and, sometimes, my breakdowns of how terrible I must be at this) and he has always been willing to meet and do a training session and help us out. I have never felt blown off or ignored by Alex. His constructive and kind criticism has always been incredibly helpful and you can tell that he cares a lot about the dogs and want the dogs to be happy with their families. Max isn't perfect and he's still a 2-year-old angsty teenager. But he's trying his best to do what we want him to do and we are trying our best to tell him what we need from him. Alex has been amazing in helping us connect the two concepts. Our walks are smoother and our picture takings are prettier. Bottom line: Alex is absolutely worth it. He's patient, helpful, and has the right mindset when it comes to teaching dogs AND people.

I adopted my Schnoodle from a rescue agency, and he came packaged with some *bad* habits. I've had…read moredogs all my life and knew what to expect, but this little guy is complex. Luckily, we worked through 4 sessions with Steven Myers and I'm fairly convinced he could train Cerberus given enough patience and owner effort. He listened to my specific concerns (biting, barking, using the house as a port-a-potty) and addressed each one through training - training of both myself and the new dog. With his training and following "homework" training at home, my little guy has gone from violating most of the Geneva Convention to being a happy gentleman. I cannot recommend the Canine Mind enough, and if the other trainers are even in the same ballpark as Steven, then all of them will do absolute wonders for any dog!

Best price around. Responds fast will definitely use them again. Only downside is they are way out…read morein eagle mnt

Wayne and staff is fantastic! Great place to board and train my lab while I was out of town. Highly…read morerecommend!

We absolutely loved bringing MacGuyver to Camp Bow Wow. He was always treated as if he were one of…read morethe caretaker's own pets. We always felt so comfortable bringing him there. The caretakers write little notes about your dog, make little gifts with your dog's picture... it's incredibly nurturing. We highly recommend using Camp Bow Wow. Unfortunately, we moved to the Bay Area and we cannot use Camp Bow Wow anymore. But if we are ever in Salt Lake City again we'll definitely stop by to say hello and let him be loved by everyone at the Camp.

Boarded my dog twice, both times he returned with severe kennel cough requiring emergency…read moreveterinary treatment. The response from the facility was apathetic. He was sick upon pickup, with zero communication from the staff at pickup that he would need emergency veterinary care. Extremely disappointing that a business that serves dogs is completely indifferent to their health and welfare.

I'll start by saying we noticed a change in our dog's behavior within THE FIRST HOUR of training…read morewith Kevin. We haven't had much success with other trainers or programs in the past and we wanted to focus on correcting behaviors like barking, jumping and recall with our 5 year old Amstaff mixes. We now have a 10 month old baby and solidifying training for both our dogs has become even more important. It has been 2 days since our first training with Kevin and we went from having dogs who bark at the garage and jump all over you when you walk through the door, to two perfectly behaved angels who sit patiently in the kitchen, let us enter our home without jumping, and wait patiently for us to call them over for pets and kisses. This training program is 100% worth it and Bark Busters will always have our business!

Kevin was great! He helped me communicate with my dogs and I couldn't believe the improvement after…read morethe first session. I am looking forward to what we can accomplish! I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to improve their relationship with their furry kids.

We absolutely love Bark & Biscuit. We've used them for training for our 3 year old Malamute and…read morecouldn't be happier. We continue to get follow up support when needed as well to work on different skills. Highly recommend them for training! After training we now use their boarding facilities which have been great. They send report cards every day with photos of our dog having a ton of fun and socializing. Really really love this business and all their employees.

Amazing trainers and daycare, truly changed our dog who struggles with fear aggression after a long…read morehistory of shelter/foster care. Highly recommend!

They always treat our dog like an esteemed guest! Barley's is a great help with entertaining hyper…read morepuppies. The have a large space both inside and outside. Lots structures for dogs to play on. The dogs get a lot of interaction and exercise. While it took his paws some time to tough up to the hard surfaces, I appreciate that that means he's always fairly clean vs playing in dirt and gravel. They've been proactive about communicating any issues they notice on him, like his paw sensitivity which has since resolved itself. All of the employees seem to really enjoy being there and their jobs. I appreciate that they are open for pickup until 7pm! They also offer affordable upgrades for bath or pool time. I imagine this place wouldn't work out for people visiting SLC because you'd have to arrange a fecal test, vaccine paperwork, and a trial day before they'll schedule you. It's worth noting that they also don't allow unfixed/neutered dogs and since we waited 1.5 years, we weren't able to visit until more recently. The one thing I wish they had is crates to enforce some "calm down" time for our overly excitable pup.

my pup loves coming here, swimming is a great addition to get him moving and the Loving Care takers…read moreis the reason why I keep coming back. my pup is always so happy when I pick him up, thank you to all of you.

We have been to two board and train places for our aggressive dog and Innovative K9 is by far the…read morebest. We have seen incredible results and the trainers (shotout to Jake) actually spend time with you and the dog to go over skills and any concerns. I have never trusted a facility more! They also offer boarding with refresher trainings which has been a game changer. They have a forever customer

We rescued a high energy and very vocal puppy and had tried online training as well lessons in…read moreperson but were still having a hard time integrating the puppy into our day to day functioning. Recommendations for Dave with Innovative K9 as a trainer kept coming across our search and we decided to invest in the Puppy to Adult Dream Dog Course. To this day, the money spent was absolutely worth it. We learned how to continue training at home, and have always received support with any questions or concerns. We are so happy with the results, we drive an hour each way to board our dog with Innovative K9 when we have trips out of town. Now they offer pick up and drop off which makes it even more convenient! We unfortunately haven't had an opportunity to participate in the group lessons on Saturdays at the park. Adopt or rescue a dog and invest in Innovative K9's board and train program- you will learn modern behavioral training and have a dog that makes you proud. We cannot recommend Innovative K9 enough!

As a Draper resident, I can't say enough great things about Wendi Okabayashi and "A Heart 4 Paws."…read more Our rescued Black Lab/Great Dane mix had already been surrendered twice. He was jumpy, mouthy, pulled constantly on walks, and was honestly a handful. When we reached out, Wendi responded immediately and suggested meeting in a public place so she could observe him in a real-world environment. Within minutes, she had him figured out. She wasn't just reading the dog, she was reading us and showing how our communication was affecting his behavior. The transformation has been remarkable. He's now obedient, well-mannered, walks politely on a leash, and has become a cherished member of our family. What also sets Wendi apart is her kindness and thoughtfulness. When you work with her, you're not just hiring a trainer. You're building a lasting relationship. She truly cares about every dog she works with and has become an extension of our family. Even after completing her Board and Train program, she's always available to answer questions, offer guidance, and celebrate our progress. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, responsive, and professional dog trainer in Draper or anywhere in the Salt Lake Valley, Wendi is the person to call!

Wendi changed our life! Having a new puppy presented so many challenges we weren't expecting and…read moreWendi helped us with so much hands on advice and training. We started training at 14 weeks old and our 9 month old puppy now is better behaved than any dog we have ever had! We will train every dog we ever have with her now! Her patience, expertise, and ability to work with you to meet you where your dogs at is truly priceless! Thank you Wendi!

We met Joe at Western States K-9 College through the folks at Camp Bow Wow and are so grateful for…read moreall of the work that she and her staff have done with both of our rescue dogs. We had some in-home training, walk and trains and are now in the weekend Urban Obedience classes teaching our dogs how to react (or not to) when out in public. Joe. Amy and the rest of the trainer are patient with the dogs and the owners - every experience we have had to date has been positive and we recommend them to other dog owners all of the time.

Joe has unbelievable understanding of animals. Great help dealing with stressed dog and owners…read more Common sense approach Training feels right

Jan made it possible for me to really enjoy my dogs. She trained ME first, then the dogs. Our…read moreAustralian shepherd/German shepherd mix was an incorrigible when I joined the novice class, and she became very obedient by the time she finished the intermediate class. When we adopted a stubborn coon hound, I took her to obedience school, too. She, too, was transformed. I enjoyed the classes just as much as the dogs did. A week ago I acquired a doxipoo, and yesterday he started school. He's already better behaved after only one session. I love Jan's training system, and we are so lucky to have her here in Utah. I highly recommend Live Oak Dog Obedience--Jan's classes are money well spent.

5 out of 5 stars! I highly recommend Jan at Live Oak Obedience!…read moreHaving my dog Molly progress through Puppy Obedience to Advanced Off Leash Training has been a truly transformative experience for both of us. Jan is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about your dog's success. She takes the time to explain the underlying reasons behind dog behaviors. She gives individual instruction and advice to each client and furry friend to help them with specific behaviors. Jan has taught me how to communicate effectively to Molly. Group lessons are fun, we all learn together! There is always something new and stimulating to learn at each class. Thank you Jan for helping me learn how to train and teach Molly, because of you, we have a positive, happy relationship. Live Oak Obedience is the best!