I was very excited to work with this company to train my new pup after finding them online and…read morereading about their free in home evaluation. They responded promptly to my online inquiry about a free in home evaluation but setting up the appointment was not very smooth. The individual was very nice and informed me she could set up an appointment but was busy at the time and would call me Monday. No call on Monday until I text her in the afternoon asking if she was still planning on calling me. She set up an appointment the next day and the trainer called me 30 min before my appointment to tell me she's 30 min late and would like to reschedule because she would be late to everything else today. This tells me that we were not a priority and everyone else's appointment was more important than ours. Truly disappointed.

From the owner: We lead the industry in professional New Braunfels dog training with over 40 years of experience,…read morespecializing in teaching the highest level of sustained obedience. Dog Training Elite has attracted attention from both clients and trainers with our unique, successful in-home training model that empowers owners and their dogs to work together, creating strong bonds and sustained obedience. We offer a free in-home evaluation to see if your dog is a candidate for our dog training programs.

Took my dog for snake avoidance training. Great training with a very nice guy. My dog loved him!read more

Our adopted shelter dog was quite a handful after years being who-knows-where with very little…read moreobedience training. Kyle did an excellent job with him, and our dog responded very positively to Kyle. It has been almost six months since his training and he is still following all of his commands. Kyle taught us a lot about how to maintain this level of training so that we can safely and confidently take our dog into the community. We went from walking our dog at 5am so he wouldn't bark at neighbors to sitting on our front porch with him in the middle of the day. It's a huge improvement in both our quality of life as well as our dog's.

Karma was probably the best decision I've made so far for my pup! I signed Bella (3 month…read morelab/shepard mix) up for the puppy classes and I originally thought that she was too advanced for this class but I was immediately shown wrong. I had been working with bella on my own from youtube videos but nothing compared to the knowledge and in-person training that the Karma trainers provided. The socialization with other puppies was the most fun part for both the pups and the owners. I was having trouble with potty training because I live in an apartment and immediately after a couple hints from a Karma trainer, Bella was fully potty trained! Karma managers are very responsive over email and extremely understanding. They have multiple locations around Austin and allowed me to make up a class at another location. Every single one of their trainers truly loves all dogs and will go above and beyond to make your pup's experience the best possible. Highly recommend!

I cannot say better things about Karma Dog Training! After searching for what seemed like a…read morelifetime for the "perfect trainer" we stumbled upon Karma and life was changed! Stephanie, our personal trainer, was a rockstar! She took the time to listen to our problems and really explained different training techniques and customized it to our fur babies. I would recommend Karma in a heart beat to anyone needing any training, boarding or even doggy date care; they have really changed our every day lives!

Matt is obviously exceptional with dog training. His calm, professional demeanor with our…read moresuper-excited, out-of-control, English Bull Terrier was amazing. Matt patiently and expertly guided us in techniques to control her over-active behavior and to walk at heel. It was incredible to see, after 7 lessons, the transformation in our young dog's behavior (and our behavior too!). Highly recommend Matt -- these lessons were certainly well worth the money!

Amazing how Matt trains you along with your dog. When we left Flashbang and I were speaking the…read moresame love language. My Malinois was definitely not loud enough and his English was not good, but Matt had us speaking the same language in the end.

This is our second dog that we have trained thanks to Marcus. Our first was a 7 year old epileptic…read morelab. Thanks to Marcus' custom approach, the last 4 years of his life were filled with stress free adventures. We just completed the course with our 7 month old lab. Marcus helped us with all of the obedience, socializing and energy management skills that we need. I cannot say enough good things about K9 citizens club

If you need professional help with your 4 legged family member this is the guy to go to. He is…read moreprofessional and totally talented when it comes To Working with dogs.

TLDR: After nearly 4 years of boarding, and substantial investment in their board and train…read moreprograms, was told my dog was no longer welcome because the new staff are terrified of my dog and not capable of handling him. 2 stars because if your dog is typical you'll probably have no problems, but if your dog is complex, look elsewhere. After every pickup I would ask how things went, and the feedback was always positive. I can only speculate as the explanations I've been given have been vague and contradictory at best. The issue seems to be that over the past year they have now hired very inexperienced staff that is afraid of large reactive dogs. Whether they are unwilling or unable to work through staff turnover--I've noticed on pickup a lot of the new staff now seems to be barely out of high school if that--and I wonder if anyone would consider them professional dog trainers, much less able to handle giant breeds that are reactive. They raised my price substantially without proactively telling me, from 82 per night, to 100 per day. I was initially told this was a general change in policy, because he occupies a training spot--which I already knew he occupies a training spot, because that's what I was paying for--the 4grand up front and 82 per night over the past nearly 4 years. The person who told me this was also a new person, so I asked again the next employee I interacted with, I believe was Austin who told me it was just because there were only certain employees that could handle him--not sure why that would cause a price increase but maybe it means they couldn't pay the new minimum wage high schoolers they've hired. Finally I ask upon pick up why the increase and was told it was because he damages things while he is there and that every time he stays they have to replace something. Again, news to me, aside from being told last year of a cord he chewed threw, I was never told he was so destructive--I have ZERO destruction issues at my house. I don't think I have ever spoken with the owner Lisa before, did not even know who she was. But after getting home from my last pickup, having just been told again for the x number of times how there were no issues with his stay--never insinuating that he was somehow in his way to being banned--I was informed via text at 8pm at night that we are no longer welcome for boarding. Whether this is a change in business model, or in hindsight a pattern of miscommunication (I say miscommunication but NO communication would likely be more appropriate) the owner decided my dog is not worth the headache. Ultimately in texts I was told they can't safely board him--odd after almost 4 years. I was also told the new staff members were unwilling to even show up for work if my dog was there. But then told it was because having me pay more money wasn't enough for repairs and overtime. I'd say that is probably nearer the truth, that the owner would rather make more money by using their limited spots on a dog that can be boarded by staff members who happen to be afraid of dogs.

We love Sit Means Sit. They've helped us manage our very active and high energy puppy to the extent…read morewe were able to successfully have our boy Jess join us at a public event in Seguin. Jess gets excited every time we get in the car to head to group class, a good reminder for us to work on issues before they get too big and good enrichment for Jess.

My husband and I have a very energetic, often times stubborn, 2.5 year old lab. Our pup had basic…read morecommands like, sit and stay, but he did not walk on a leash well and did not have good manners. Since working with David, our dog's leash skills have improved tremendously! We have learned how to heel, greet people at the door appropriately, behave in a public setting and so much more. What I like most about David and that he also helped my husband and I break bad habits we had that attributed to our pups not so great behavior from before. Overall, if you're looking for a trainer, I highly recommend David!

David is amazing! I have a dog that I was starting to think would never be able to be trained. He…read moreis a year old Weimaraner that I adopted at 6 months who had been taught some horrible habits such as jumping up to five everyone hugs and eating food off of the counter and table. Every owners nightmare! After the first lesson I finally felt like I had control of my dog. He worked with my mom and myself primarily, but he even made the time to work one on one with my 7 year old and the dog to help her get over her fear of him and learn to show him she is in charge. After 3 lessons it is like he never had these bad habits at all! I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to see real results!

I can't say enough good things about Arfordable Dog Training. When I first adopted my dog, he…read morestruggled with excessive barking, demand barking, and reactivity, and I felt overwhelmed trying to help him on my own. From day one, the Arfordable team was fully invested in his success. We started with a 6‑week 1:1 program, but day training ended up being a better fit for my schedule. After only a few sessions, his barking habits were significantly reduced. Even with how stubborn and difficult he was in the beginning, they never gave up on him. They gave me the confidence I needed to handle him in social settings and never once made me feel discouraged. Thanks to their guidance, patience, and consistency, he even earned his AKC Canine Good Citizen, something I never imagined would be possible when I first brought him home. Fast forward to today: he lives for Playcare. He adores his best buds and his favorite aunties, and the joy he has walking through their doors says everything. Arfordable goes above and beyond with their attention to detail between themed days, dog birthday parties, Secret Santa, and group outings. All the little touches that make this place feel like a second home. When we're out of town, I never worry. I know he's safe, loved, and cared for as if he were one of their own. Arfordable has played a huge role in shaping the dog he is today, and I'm endlessly grateful for the care, dedication, and heart they put into everything they do. Thank you, Arfordable, for loving my boy like family and giving him a place where he truly belongs.

I brought my 80 pound lab, Rudy, for Dog Training classes. I first enrolled him in the reactive…read moredog class Since he lunges and barks at other dogs, but basically leaves people alone. We took a six week class which I felt was helpful, but he did need some basic obedience and we enrolled in that class. They taught us how to train our dog to sit , stay, wait ,place as well as learning how to go to his designated space for down and settle. I felt the instructors were excellent. I can't remember all their names, but Fab was excellent. when Rudy graduated from his class, he got a certificate and had a graduation picture taken. Right now I feel that I need to work on these basics before I enroll him in intermediate class, but when he's ready, I will definitely go back.

GIGi has been taking care of our dog Bentley for 5 years and she is fantastic. couldnt ask for…read morebetter.

Awesome place with awesome people. I didn't catch the name of the lady that did Cami's nails, but…read moreshe was very patient and loving with a dog that HATES her nails done. She accommodated our needs to make Cami feel as comfortable as possible. It's a tough to find place but well worth it, the parking is nearly 100% shaded which is awesome in the Texas summer. Pricing is spot on and below the 'box store' rates. I will be using them exclusively now for Cami's nails when in the past I went to petsmart. Thank you PL&P!