This business has not closed; however, the location noted on Yelp is not accurate. Due to…read moreCOVID-19, Alicia and her husband are doing private classes and boarded training camp. Laura and I had a magnificent time with private classes at our home. Tabitha graduated today and her progress over the last couple of weeks has been stunning. We are so happy to have Tabitha in our life. We rescued Tabitha from Peak Lab Rescue in late May and every day has been a blessing. We needed some help getting her to help train her humans.

An absolutely wonderful experience with Dog Training Plutos Way! I love that Andrew and crew only…read moreuse positive reinforcement and encourage you to have fun with the dog with at home training. They made a huge difference in our dog with a board and train experience. It is like our one year old finally calmed down while with them. He is more confident and knowledgeable of things that we have tried to teach him for months. I could not be more pleased or thankful! Dog training Pluto's Way gets a thumbs up from me!

My family and I were first introduced to Lorrie about 16 years ago when we desperately needed our…read moreRotty-Australian Sheppard mix trained. Our young Ruby was turning into a monster of sorts, treating us like cattle during walks and even getting to the point of pure destruction. Lorrie worked with Ruby and honestly saved her life. If not for Lorrie's unbelievable training we would not have been able to keep Ruby in our lives. From that point on, Ruby was a perfect angel on her walks, respected each of us as her master, and was the most loving, caring and wonderful dog we could have ever hoped for. Five years ago my wife and I decided it was time to add another member to the family. We were looking for a small-mid sized dog, and fell in love with a Shiba Inu puppy whom we named Nala. We knew right away we would be signing Nala up for Lorrie's puppy classes, but little did we know, Shiba's had a nasty reputation and it was going to take a lot more work to mold her into the dog we wanted. Lorrie worked with her diligently and as Nala's Shiba attitude peaked, she worked harder than ever training her during the day, and keeping us accountable at home during the evening. After going through Lorrie's full program Nala was TRAINED! All of those typical Shiba characteristics were gone! She stopped wiggling out of her collar and running for the hills. She stopped air biting and showing her teeth. She was an angel just like our dear Ruby. To this day, friends, family and even strangers on the street compliment us on Nala's behavior. If you are thinking about working with a trainer, whether your pup has little issues or BIG issues, Lorrie, owner of Dog's Best Friend Training Academy (located in Denver, NC) is the woman to hire!!

Dog's Best Friend you are amazing! Lorrie is the most kind, passionate dog trainer you will ever…read moremeet. Thank you so much for giving me the gift of a well trained dog.

To think where we would be without Liz at Carolina Canine Training is scary! Like everyone else we…read moregot a puppy and thought we could manage with the training ourselves with just a typical puppy class. You know the story.... Life got in the way and our efforts were just not making the cut.... it was time to turn to a Professional! Thinking about leaving our "baby" in the care of someone else for 4 whole weeks was a bit scary at first! As soon as Banks met Liz and seemed to just melt around her all of our fears were quickly gone! Liz has the presence where dogs just know to respect her :) 4 weeks later Banks was walking on a leash well enough for a toddler to walk him, had learned how to "Place" on his bed and went into his Kennel with ease. He no longer jumped all over us and had a sense of calm about him we had never seen before. I only wish I would have taken a Before video as the changes were that remarkable. Banks is a very smart dog but we were very amazed at the things he was able to master in his 4 weeks at Carolina Canine Training. I can't recommend this team enough and am so thankful we have a place to send our next puppy!! I wonder if they take kids too? ;) Oh, and we loved all of the updates we received via email, text and phone. I'm pretty sure the hardest part of dog training might be dealing with the parents!

From the owner: At Carolina Canine Training we provide the most comprehensive training programs available…read more Our programs are tailor made for you, your dog, and your lifestyle. Best of all, we offer a variety of affordable and reliable training options. Our trainers will help you determine which training methods will allow your dog to reach its highest potential while keeping training fun and result oriented. Whether you are looking to bring a new puppy into your home, have a well mannered family dog, or solve a difficult behavior problem from destructiveness to aggression, Carolina Canine Training has the plan for you!

We found Geralyn and Elite Canine online after getting a 9 month old golden retriever off of…read moreCraigslist that had been severely neglected. We wanted to go with group classes because we felt the socialization aspect would be an added bonus and would be beneficial for Riley. We started with beginner 1 and ended up doing all three levels because Riley was learning so much, learning to be more confident, and it helped my husband and I to bond with her through the training process. Geralyn loves her students and puts so much time and effort into dog training. You can tell this isn't just a job, but a passion for her.

I have learned so much! We have taken two dog training courses so far. It has helped me to be more…read moreclear and consistent with my dog. I plan to do more courses in the future. I would definitely recommend this trainer, especially for new puppy owners!

Jim came to our house for a puppy training session with our 14 week old Golden Retriever…read more He spent over two hours training us and the puppy basic functions such as not jumping and nipping. He was very kind and knowledgeable and we noticed results immediately after just this one session. Jim even said that we may not need more training but he can come anytime and also call him with any questions. Price was very reasonable and we highly recommend his service.

Jim is incredible. He took our German Shorthair (with zero training) and turned him into an awesome…read moremember of our family who runs with my wife, obeys all commands, and protects our house. You can watch Jim's work with Remy in this YouTube video below. https://youtu.be/NhJciKt4f3o

Vic saved my marriage…read more One beautiful fall afternoon, after consuming too many edibles, my husband convinced me to get a German Shepard puppy. In a better-than-usual mood, I agreed. I've had dogs before, I am an animal lover, and I knew puppyhood was a little annoying but it's never really that bad. WRONG. German Shepard puppies are Tasmanian devils on amphetamines and no one tells you that until you get one! And then they all chuckle about it like, "Haha! Welcome to the club! Just get through the first 6 months and you'll be fine!" Well, I'll tell you the truth since no one bothered to tell me: You better have a stellar level of physical stamina, a war chest of mental fortitude, a therapist on standby and some kind of pharmaceutical grade relaxant. Once you get that god-forsaken heathen it is you against a wild animal with limitless energy, a level of intelligence that shouldn't be allowed and an unbreakable will. It's like the Hunger Games. May the odds be ever in your favor. After 4 months with the hellhound-on-wheels I no longer recognized myself. I looked like Obama coming out of office. My hair had greyed and fine lines appeared on my once youthful face. My vibrant energy was non-existent. What's worse is that I had so many mental breakdowns that I lost touch with reality and no longer knew who or where I was. Eventually, God had mercy on my soul and led us to Vic. If it had not been for Vic, I would have left my husband and cushy lifestyle on the grounds of intolerable cruelty and moved into a studio apartment in a shady part of town just to escape the sheer madness. I had lost all hope. My world had been cast into shadows. Vic was like an angel floating down from the heavens to lead me through the valley of despair. Miracles are real and I am living proof. Our puppy/demon got weekly trainings until she was old enough to go to Board and Train. When she came back she was like a furry little soldier. I couldn't believe it! Not only had she become bearable, but I quite enjoyed her! Over the last several months, that little butthole has really grown on me! She has become a really great dog and no longer terrorizes me, it's awesome! Now, don't get me wrong, I've had to put in the work. Just like a willful child you kind of have to beat them into submission and break them like a wild horse. But man, when you do, they're wonderful! Our German Shepard, whose name is Nymeria the Direwolf of House Polo first of her name and Queen of the Hellhounds, is such a fun dog that I've almost forgotten that I went temporarily insane for 6 months! Thank you Vic, you are a life saver and the most majestic dog trainer in all the land! 10/10 would recommend to anyone losing grip on reality because of a working breed puppy!!!

My sincere thanks and highest recommendation goes to Divine Canine. The work that Vic and Mary did…read morebefore, during, and after a three-week board and train for our new puppy was nothing short of exceptional. Our new puppy came from a farm as a rescue. With Vic and Mary's help and expertise, McGuire has transitioned into a well-behaved and well-trained member of our family. We could not have asked for better. McGuire's social skills are top-notch. Does not run to jump on people when off leash and never pulls on the leash when walking in a crowd, Stays in place when commanded and understands boundaries. Moreover, Vic worked just as hard with us through multiple lessons to ensure we were able to maintain the consistency of what McGuire had been taught. Just phenomenal work from beginning to end. Personally, I couldn't ask for better and highly recommend Divine Canine to everyone who needs assistance with their fur-covered family members (Dogs only, Not Husbands and Kids)

Tim Gold and his team did an awesome job training our dog, while offering personalized training…read moregeared towards what our dog needed the most. I highly recommend you take your pet here for training. You will not be disappointed!

From the owner: Innovative, ground breaking 'no harm' puppy/dog VIRTUAL and IN-PERSON training by dog whisperer Tim…read moreGold.

Anyone can teach your pup tricks. Dewayne teaches YOU to be a confident and effective leader…read more Skills you will have for a lifetime. If you hire Dewayne you are not just getting a dog trainer. You are also getting a life coach! He has my traumatized and terrified/aggro rescue pittie eating out of his hand. And i now know how to introduce her to my friends!

What an amazing experience from beginning to end! Dewayne is absolutely exceptional. He's not only…read morea dog whisperer, but he's also very skilled at communicating with the owners and essentially training us on dog behavior. We did the on and off leash training and Dewayne took extra time throughout the process to ensure we were comfortable with the training tools and approach. He also added additional sessions when we felt our dog needed more time to master certain skills. Our dog is a Great Pyrenees mix and Dewayne taught us a lot about the breed, and took this intro consideration when training so the experience was tailored to our dog's needs instead of basic, boilerplate training. Dewayne is honest and upfront and has such a delightful sense of humor - we loved working with him. Training takes time and work. Dewayne gave us weekly homework assignments and was very supportive and responsive to our questions outside of class. It's such a compliment when people comment on how well behaved our dog is, and we always credit it to the training with Dewayne. We highly recommend him!

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!

This was an amazing company in the beginning and thought we had found our forever groomer. Had many…read morenice chats when coming in to get the dogs. For the past month I have reached out multiple times to get appointments for our dogs because their hair was getting unruly. We tried many home remedies including the ones they recommended for brushing but it was not enough and they did need professional grooming. I reached out for 4 weeks to try to get them an appointment with this business because I really do like the work they have previously done. After a month of trying to get appointments we finally did. Great no big deal at all I was very understanding. My husband brought them at 10 am and was told they didn't have an appointment however they did. The messaged me saying it would take till 5-6. No big deal was very kind about that was well. 7 pm rolls around they still need more time. Again didn't make a fuss about it. Finally at 7:30 they call and my husband leaves. He gets there and they claimed they needed enough half hour. Again no problem he goes gets gas comes back and waits. Then an hour comes by. So I call letting them know I find it unprofessional they way they treated us this past month. The manager got very angry and said "It's free for you. Just come get your dogs" and hung up. I thought that was rude but left it be. Here's where the problem started she yelled at my husband in his car and said come get your fucking dogs, called him a pansy, and claimed we abuse our dogs. Our dogs are so loved and anyone who knows us knows that. They are spoiled rotten. After this I'll attach below the horrible messages they sent me. To add my dogs came home and were shaking, starving, and dying for water. I'm saying all of this with true sadness as we ADORED this business and wanted to continue using themWe are huge animal lovers and have never neglected, hurt, or done anything to our dogs. They are our second children. We are truly hurt by the way they treated us today. I also want to add, Remi has chronic ear infections which has been expressed to them which is why we've made clear everytime her ears have to be plucked so that we can put her daily medicine in. Without them being plucked it is harder for the medicine to reach her ears. And out of their own mouth we were told that Remi has the hardest coat to deal with for poodles and it was obvious that she was brushed and taken care of but there is matting underneath we cannot see because how hard it is to get to it. So I'm confused about the switch on how we are abusive.

I have been using Pupparazzi for the past 5 years.and have had no concerns. Today it took 4.5 hours…read morefor me to get my dog serviced with an appointment. Normally he is ready in 2 hours. I texted at 2.5 hours to inquire about how long it would be and received the message that they were running behind. At 4.5 hours I went to the shop. Two employees were at the desk and I ask the employees that if they are running behind that they text me and let me know. The employees stated they had a dog that tried to bite them. I said I understand but I just ask for the courtesy of being contacted if they are late. She said they normally ask for four hours to groom the pets. I told her he is never there for four hours, he is usually ready in 2 hours. She then told me she was going to get the owner. I told the owner, Tina Shuping, that I simply asked for the same courtesy that she requested if I'm running late or cancelling an appointment that she wants to be contacted. She charges a fee if the customer is late ( which I think is reasonable as people's time is valuable). I only request the same..: to be notified if they are behind. I understand about running behind every customer is not the same. She responded that it seemed like I "didn't care about them...pardon her if she took time to shit and piss"( her words not mine). I told her I understood but again I simply ask for the same courtesy to be notified instead of just waiting around for them to call me. She then stated if you can find someone that grooms your dog as good as I do, then use them. She then put her hands in my face and told me to leave her shop. I told her she better get her hands out of my face. She told me she was calling the police. I told her to call them. I would simply have them to pull her camera footage of how outrageous her behavior was. She asked me to leave so I did. Everyone has bad days but never on my worse day at work would I treat a customer like this. Any recommendations on groomers?