They are fabulous! I never met a more caring group of people. Business run well. Owners and…read moremanager very involved. My dog Gets so excited as we pull in to the driveway. He is so well cared for and loved.

I have 2 dachshunds that Zephyr helped correct their behavior almost immediately at our first…read moreconsultation. I could end the review there, as training 2 dachshunds seems impossible. I have seen 4 different trainers and Zephyr is by far the best and most effective. He is attentive and honest - no bs. I could not recommend GBDT enough. We came to Zephyr with behavioral issues (reactivity, barking, fear towards people and other dogs) and Zephyr's training method was so reassuring.

Great local business!…read more Julie, the owner/operator, does a great job with my little Scamps. It's surprisingly hard to find people in the pet care industry who understand how much I love my pup, and I get the impression that she does. She's easy to work with, and she's able to pick him up for daycare with relatively short notice, something that makes my life easier. I would recommend her highly to anyone who is looking for a pet sitter or doggie daycare!

Wagging tail is awesome. My boy gets excited everyday when he sees the white van coming down our…read morestreet to pick him up. His tail really does wag!!

I have an 8 year old black lab that decided she no longer wanted to jump into the back of my SUV. I…read moretried everything to get Bridie into the car. She is 75 pounds and I am 72 Years old and not able to lift her. We gave Dave a call and he had her jumping up into the car in short order. He is amazing and Bridie took to him right away. I highly recommend Dave and Sit means Sit!!!

We are so glad that we sent our 2 year old Basenji mix Parker to Sit Means Sit for boarding and…read moretraining for a week. Before SMS, Parker was extremely difficult to control during neighborhood walks. As soon as he sensed that another dog (or human) was nearby, he would roar like a lion and try to chew off his leash. At home if he heard anyone waking by our house (and heaven forbid if he heard people talking outside) he would go berserk. He had broken two widows in our living room trying to get outside. Lastly when the mailman or UPS visited us, Parker would roar and scratch and claw the front door like he was trying the knock it down to get outside. When Dave brought Parker home after a week at SMS, he gave us back the dog we love and new behaviors to match. Before Dave left, two of the dogs that Parker disliked the most walked by our house with their owners. Parker sat quietly while both dogs walked passed him. No roaring or leash chewing. Parker has been home for 5 days and we utilize the techniques that Dave taught to Parker and us. We know that consistency is critical and Parker has a discipline that we never thought we'd see.

I have to update my review as we've now been working with Michaela & team for longer and could not…read morebe more happy. I highly recommend Om Obedience and would encourage anyone to sign their dog up for their classes and lessons! I first started working with Om Obedience in the summer of 2020 when I adopted a pandemic puppy, Delilah. Michaela and Maddie helped work with her as she grew up and went through over energetic periods and fear periods. We stayed consistent with the classes through adolescence and not only did Delilah LOVE THEM, but we also always saw improvements and learned a lot. We then worked with Michaela on private lessons before welcoming a human baby. Michaela helped desensitize Delilah to the baby noises and toys, practiced stroller walks, gave us so many tips and tricks to safely have baby and dog coexist, and was incredibly patient and persistent with getting Delilah to jump in the car and go up and down our basement stairs (two things we couldn't get her to do in the 2+ years we had Delilah). When the baby arrived, we felt so prepared with Delilah and Delilah has been great at being a big sister and isn't anxious at all with the change.. which if you know Delilah, that is incredible!

I have worked with Michaela for years, and she is the only trainer I trust. She has done work with…read moreone of my rescue dogs, and helping break his fears due to trauma. I'm currently working with Michaela on training my goldendoodle to do service work around the house for me, as I am disabled and a full time wheelchair user. Michaela specializes in service dogs, and it's exciting to see the progress my dog is making. She is truly a natural, and it's a pleasure to work with her. I highly recommend her!

When I fist came to see Katrin I couldn't get Mickey to came down around any dogs. He just wanted…read moreto play with the other dogs! With Katrins help I just took my dog Mickey on a nice long walk . We passed about 15 dogs and Mickey did not make a peep!!! He responded so well it was awesome! I had a hard time with taken my dog off the lease in agility classes. Now I can take off the leash and do agility classes. My dog aways had a ball in his mouth and wanted to play with me. With a few private lessons from Katrin at home it is a relaxing place now ! Thanks to the instructor Katrin! This is awesome. I'm truly in awesome! The agility classes and privates have made my dog become a good dog! Once again Thanks to Katrin she is a great instructor!!!!!

Katrin is an excellent resource whether you are looking for behavior modification, pet classes or a…read moresolid foundation in agility. I have taken numerous group classes and privates with her over the years and always walk away with something new. She is an excellent problem solver and always has a new angle to try if something doesn't work for your dog. Definitely not a cookie-cutter approach.

Michelle is amazing! Over the past 10+ years I have brought 3 different dogs to her training…read moreclasses and have had great experiences. My dogs have had very different personalities and needed different training styles (one was not great with other dogs, one is super lazy and stubborn, and the third is a psycho puppy with lots of energy). She has been able to help train each one and she is always helpful when you have any concerns. Her facility has a large indoor space and a HUGE fenced in yard outside. Her employees are wonderful and you can tell how much they love dogs. I can't say enough great things about TAT. The trainers use positive reinforcement which has been amazing with helping create a strong bond between me and my new pup. I also love that the trainers are always willing to stop class to help with a question or to focus more on a certain subject if the class needs it. I recommend this place to everyone I know with a new pup. I would also recommend this to anyone with an older dog who needs a refresher or just something fun to do with your dog.

We just completed beginner obedience training with our one year old rescue, Zoey. Michelle is the…read morebest! We learned so much and our dog loved every second in her class. We will definitely be back for more classes and lessons.

We quickly turned to Claire to help us learn how to handle our adopted rescue dog. She was very…read moreprompt in responding to our inquiry. We purchased a multiple lesson plan and she was very flexible in setting that schedule up. Her lessons are focused and easy to follow as she helps you understand how your actions impact your dog's responses. We heartily recommend!!

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If I could give 6 stars I would! As a new puppy mom, I was so nervous about where to send my little…read moreguy for daycare. I found out about perfect paws by visiting the Newton dog parks and I got to know some of the trainers. Janie was so helpful in getting Hunny onboarded and he absolutely loves daycare. I even take him on his off days just so he can see his fr Amanda and Tracy are such amazing trainers and dog lovers!! I can't say enough great things about perfect paws and their staff. Hunnys second home for sure!!!

I found Perfect Paws from a Google search. I had a private training session with Amanda and my…read more4-year-old cocker spaniel. We learned so much in 60 minutes! We stayed in my neighborhood because my dog is familiar with the area. I learned a few techniques that are easy to practice and I can already tell my pup is catching on! From filling out the intake forms to the end of the lesson, our experience was great. Looking forward to booking another lesson in the future.

Amy was a great instructor, patient informative in the novice class. Very kind with her knowledge…read moreof dogs and age relative issues.

From the owner: At BARC, we believe every dog deserves to live their happiest, healthiest life—whether they're…read morerecovering from an injury, building strength, or just staying fit and active. We started this facility because we saw the need for a welcoming space where dogs could receive top-quality rehabilitation and training in a supportive, fun environment. Our team is passionate about helping dogs and owners of all ages and abilities thrive, combining expert care with a whole lot of love. Whether your dog is recovering from surgery, dealing with joint pain, or just needs some extra exercise, we're here to help them feel their best and have fun while doing it! BARC is the ultimate destination for pet training, offering a wide range of classes for pets of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're looking to compete or simply improve your pet's behavior, we’ve got you covered. Our competitive classes include Rally, Agility, Obedience, Breed Handling, Nose Work, CGC Certifications, Fit Dog, and Tricks. For non-competitive pets, we offer everything from Puppy Classes to All Levels of Obedience, with private in-home training or personalized sessions at our facility. We also host puppy playdates, competitive events, and offer ring and facility rentals. Come train, play, and grow with us!

We never experienced David as a trainer because of our amusing experience during what he calls…read more"evaluation" - he charges $225 for an opportunity for an 80's style hard-sell: he scares a dog first and calls it "pray drive;" he makes references to psychology legends such as Edward Thorndike; he compares himself with the most famous dog trainers and how underpriced he is; he instills the sense of urgency - did you know that your friendly dog was an evil creature that immediately requires a weekly training course (he does not actually say that; he wants to you come to this conclusion)? He is really good with this type of mental attack - highly recommend to business majors who want to experience hard-sell practices of the 80's. Just remember that you'll pay $225 for the privilege.

David is a wonderful trainer! We brought Mango, our 10 month old GSD, who was aggressive to anyone,…read moreincluding my 9 y.o. sons friends, whenever they entered our house. Mango was friendly and socialized outside our property, but would attempt to bite anyone who stepped into our driveway. Mango, also doubles as a Houdini, can unlock and open any door (including with child locks) and would go outside whenever he heard anyone close to our property. Multiple dog owners recommended David. We brought Mango in and were told that he was spoiled (I mean how can he not be, he's so handsome), not properly socialized and tightly wound. David boarded Mango for 2 weeks and worked with us intently everyday on proper dog handling. At the end of the training, Mango came home a new dog. He was very relaxed, listened- even my son could handle him. We're very grateful to David for training our dog. David runs a high quality training center: the kennels were always clean (my dog didn't smell like urine or feces when he came home signaling he was kept clean). I recieved video updates and was welcomed to work my dog with other dogs to ensure I had proper management prior to him coming home. I would highly recommend David.