We are absolutely thrilled to have found Mariah Hines to support us since we adopted out new puppy…read morein January. When we adopted Penny, we knew we wanted to start her off on the right foot, and Mariah was an obvious choice in the area. She has supported us with everything from potty and crate training to advanced manners, both at home and in public. Penny was a little shy at first, and Mariah's encouragement helped both her and us grow in confidence. Throughout the process, Mariah has helped us train Penny completely force/fear free, and has involved the whole family, even working directly with our 3- and 7-year-olds on occasion. She has tailored an approach that is unique to our needs, always listening to what is going well, and where we need additional support. Most importantly, Mariah has been super supportive of my husband and I as first-time puppy parents, but veteran dog owners. We have some hang ups from our first rescue, who we loved deeply, but didn't have the time or resources to train and support in the way we wanted to. Mariah has been patient as we've asked all the questions, an encouraged us every step of the way. We've had such a great experience with Mariah that we decided to extend our initial training sessions. We thought at first that we just wanted to get Penny's manners to a "good enough" place, but when we saw what's possible with Mariah's support, we were encouraged to raise our expectations, and are now on our way to have a dog that can be a constant companion for our family, at home, and in public!

Mariah is a talented and compassionate dog trainer. I worked with her to help solve some potty…read moretraining and leash walking issues with my young Australian Shepherd Roo. She has a great way of explaining things that made it easy to put our training to practice.

I can't say enough good things about Off Leash K9 Training! Our trainer, Lindsey, was incredibly…read moreknowledgeable and made the entire process fun and engaging for both me and my pup, Ashe. Ashe at 6 months of age can be a bit of a handful , but Lindsey took the time to understand his behavior and tailored the training to his needs. After just two weeks, we noticed Ashe's confidence soar. Ashe is now much better behaved at the park, and he's responding wonderfully to commands like "sit," "place," "heel," and "come." This is the second dog I put through Off Leash K9 Training, and they truly help build trust between you and your pup. It allows you to take your pup into the world and enjoy life rather than sitting at home alone. I also love how Lindsey emphasizes the importance of consistency and makes sure we're practicing the right way at home. I feel so much more confident as a dog owner, and Ashe seems happier too! I highly recommend Off Leash K9 Training of Charlotte to anyone looking to strengthen the bond with their dog and improve both their quality of life and behavior!

We sent Shadow for a two week board and train. Her trainer, Claire, did an amazing job! She kept in…read moretouch with us daily, sent the best videos and pictures, and updated with what they worked on. She even sent some fun videos for our kids to see him playing, not just training. She edited her videos so we could see a lot of what they worked on each day. Claire really understood Shadow and his needs. At pick up, she did a great job explaining everything to us, guiding us on how to follow through at home, and loving on Shadow one last time. You could tell he was sad to leave her. Claire was so encouraging and loving towards him. Shadow's been home less than a week and because of Claire, he is behaving so much better. He's been able to off leash and not jump on people he's greeting. Thank you so much Claire and Off Leash K9 Charlotte!

Gosh there are no words to adequately describe our experience working with Rachel and Keendog…read moretraining. She was our 3rd trainer and honestly last resort before turning to medicating our reactive dog. She got back to basics, tailored her approach to his breed and genetic instincts and layered in play with a balanced training approach with positive reinforcement and correction techniques. This truly has been the only approach that has worked and our dog is thriving. Rachel is so knowledgeable and has made this the best experience for our family and our dog. We are so grateful!

We have had 4 dogs work with Keen Dog trainers and have been very happy with the results. All the…read moretrainers we have worked with have been excellent and very accommodating to our needs and schedules. I am constantly amazed with all the little things they pick up on, which I never would have noticed.

I love Fluffs of Luv. We have been using their in home pet sitting for years every time we go out…read moreof town. My pets love them, they leave diligent notes of each visit and really care about your furr babies. Before she passed away we had a beagle who was allergic to chicken (which is in about every animals food and treat). Our pet sister went above and beyond to get ahold of us when she wasn't sure which food was the dogs, or the cats. Just incase of the chicken. We have never had a bad experience with them. I highly recommend them to everyone who asks what pet sitter I use.

Luv-ing Fluffs of Luv grooming! I have taken my dog here twice and find them to be friendly and do…read morea great job. Pricing is on par with other grooming in the area, but I also like the fact that it is more of a small business rather than big box groomers. The location is right in downtown Pineville with ample street parking all around. I also find the inside to be clean. You can see the back a bit which looks sanitary. My only hesitation for pushing to five stars is scheduling. I had to call five times across three days before someone actually answered the phone. There was a voicemail option. I suppose they are so busy which is a good sign though. Next time I'll make my next appointment while I am still there.

We used The Dog Knowledge to train our 7 month Australian Labradoodle. It was a fantastic…read moreexperience! He came back to us a MUCH better behaved dog. We were especially struggling with his leash behavior. He learned to "heel" and no longer drags us on walks. He also generally is doing a better/faster job of calming down when we need it while maintaining his playful puppy behavior. The Dog Knowledge team has been great with their follow up including a recent follow up training session in our home. We would strongly recommend The Dog Knowledge to others seeking dog training.

This is our second time using The Dog Knowledge. We have become such busy people as a society and…read morethe thought of trying to train our dogs without help was just too overwhelming. The 4 week program gave us the perfect foundation to build on and have a well behaved member of our family. Highly recommend

I have been so impressed with the Kennel club and it's wonderful volunteers. Each person has made…read moreme and my pooch feel super important. Everyone is extremely friendly, kind, and respectful. They offer plenty of classes to keep you and your 4-legged friend happy for a lifetime. I entered the Therapy Dog 6-week class. It was a packed class of 12 dogs & their owners. Even with that size of group, I felt like I received individualized attention, when needed. The facility is spacious and clean. There is an area outside dedicated for the agility course. I think that looks fun and I think that will be the next class I sign my pup up for. If you are looking for obedience courses to train your new pup or you want to continue developing relationship with your pooch, sign up for one of their classes and you won't regret it.

Great place to learn and experience the excitement of Dog Shows. The staff are extremely kind and…read morealways helpful, as we were new to the idea and they greeted my wife and I as if we were family. We will be back and continue to develop our Show Dog Bishop. They offer weekly classes and beginner shows were you can learn all of the technicalities of the art if showing a dog. Very clean environment be sure if you do have allergies to take in advance.

I can't recommend Patrick highly enough!! I reached out to him for help with my foster dog, Fisher,…read morewho was scared and unsure of people due to an abusive past. He has been starting to show some fear aggression so I decided to get some assistance. Patrick was incredibly patient, compassionate, and understanding. He never rushed Fisher (or me) or expected too much too soon. Instead, he focused on helping him feel safe and building his confidence at his own pace. What really stood out to me is Patrick's genuine interest in helping shelter dogs. He understands the unique challenges these dogs can face and truly cares about giving them (and their foster parents/owners) the tools and confidence they need to succeed. Thanks to Patrick, I feel much better equipped to help Fisher, and I've already seen positive changes in him. I'm incredibly grateful for his knowledge and expertise! Fisher is available for adoption through the Charlotte Mecklenburg County Animal Shelter if anyone is looking for a cute new companion!

We can't say enough good things about Patrick from Bark Busters! He has been incredibly generous,…read morekind, and patient while working with us and our foster dog, Petra. We've been working on Petra's leash reactivity and helping her learn to calmly coexist with other dogs, including our two resident senior dogs. We were amazed by the results after just one session, and after our second session, we felt even more confident with new tools and exercises to continue building on that progress. One of the things we appreciate most is how Patrick tailors his approach to fit our household and lifestyle, making it realistic for us to stay consistent. He's just as patient with us as he is with the dogs, taking the time to teach us how to be better leaders and understand what Petra needs from us. Patrick's passion and love for dogs are obvious, and his methods have already made such a positive difference in our household. We're incredibly grateful for his time, guidance, and genuine care. We highly recommend him!

Angel is an amazing person with a genuine love for animals of all kinds. She is incredibly patient,…read morecaring, and attentive, whether you need short-term or long-term pet care. When I needed help with my new puppy, she stepped in without hesitation. She made sure my puppy got plenty of potty breaks, stayed active, and remained engaged throughout the weekend. Angel even helped encourage learning and positive behaviors, making the experience both fun and productive for my energetic little pup. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter!

From the owner: 22 years experience! Your pets will get the safety and…read morecomfort of their own home and minimalizing the stress of boarding. Recommend for post injury, anxiety, and geriatric fur babies. Providing first aid responder with 8 years experience as a veterinary assistant and home security with 10 years experience in private security. Text for booking information! Same day booking available!

We absolutely loved this program. We were having a pulling issue when walk-in. Our boy gets really…read moreexcited when he sees other dogs and would pull until he got to his target. we decided to do the jumpstart program for our safety and for his. When he came back, we were so surprised with the results. Our boy is so well behaved and obedient. Not only did we get amazing results but our boy also fell in love with his trainer, Deli. She was the absolute best and we can tell these trainers love dogs and their job. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Off Leash Dog Training® provides in-home training for all dog breeds…read more We are the dog trainers who created the Train as You Live® concept. This customized program allows us to specialize in improving the human-dog relationship and integrating your dog into your life and family. Our Train as You Live® philosophy is to guide your dog to obey your rules and boundaries in all aspects of your daily life while keeping their fun-loving, dog personality intact.

This is the kind of review I almost don't want to write because I don't want others to find out how…read moreawesome Laurel Oak is. But, alas, I cannot be that greedy. And this place deserves the praise! We'd previously taken our dog to one of the many other boarding facilities in this area and always been disappointed in the fact that (1) he wouldn't get any exercise because he's not the kind of dog to play with other dogs, he's the kind of dog who wants to walk with humans and (2) he'd always come home smelling HORRIBLE, even if the other boarding places had claimed to have bathed him. Then we found Laurel Oak, and we haven't looked back! We love that our pup gets two walks a day here, plus hours and hours of supervised play time. We love the Facebook posts showing that he's doing okay and "making friends". ;) And we love that when they say he is getting a bath, we can actually tell that he got a bath! This place is not really convenient to our home at all, but we keep going there again and again because we are so happy with the service and attention our dog gets. That alone is a testament to how great this place is.

I had an appointment to bring in my dog to be evaluated for a daycare spot, but before I brought…read moreher in, I spoke with the general manager on the phone to ask about the other Yelp review that stated they use electronic bark collars. She said they no longer use them after they had an incident regarding one, but they allow owners to bring their dogs in already wearing them. I asked about the wording of the waiver owners are required to sign, specifically asking if it had been revised so that it no longer required owners to legally consent to allowing the company to put bark collars on their dogs. She was evasive, stating she hadn't looked at the contract lately, wasn't sure if it had been revised, it was not going to be revised for the next few weeks at least, etc. I said, "Well, if you're not going to put bark collars on the dogs, then there is absolutely no reason why the company would need to keep that part in the contract, right?" She had no answer for that, other than saying "It's for owners who bring their dogs in with the bark collar already on, but we do not provide them." I said, "Well, how is it worded? Does it talk about the owner providing the bark collar, or does it require the owner to give consent for the company to put a bark collar on? Those are two very different things." She could not - or would not - answer that question. I asked her to get a copy of the contract, look at it, and read me the relevant part so we could just get clear on what the waiver actually stated. She said it was available online, but only after I signed up and signed in as a client and gave them all my information. I said, "You can't take 2 minutes to just read me the relevant part without making me go through all that?" She could not. She was busy; she had better things to do than provide minimal customer service on an important issue. Clearly, she had something to hide. My guess is that at this time the contract has not been revised and it still requires owners to legally consent to the company putting bark collars on their dogs. I'm not okay with that. I canceled my appointment. They didn't want my business enough to bother answering a simple yet important question, and I don't want to give my business to a company who requires owners to legally consent to authorizing the company to do what I view as torturing dogs, and tries to hide what they're doing. If you want humane, compassionate care for your furbaby with an above-board, honest and trustworthy company, look elsewhere. There are lots of better options.