I recently adopted a 9-month old dog and wanted to jump into training right away. I retained…read moresomeone who lived very close to me and had great reviews, but after a few sessions I realized our schedules were not compatible; I was not getting consistency and reliability from her. It's important for me to make progress with my dog, so I Googled alternate options and stumbled upon Alex's page. I called him on a Friday and he picked up the phone right away. We spoke for a while about my needs and he came out the following Tuesday for what was supposed to be a 2-hour visit. I fell in love with him immediately, he is not only so personable and likable on his own, but he really takes the time to LISTEN to what you need and work on those things right away. I had mentioned my priorities to my previous trainer, but I found that she was teaching my dog commands that didn't actually accomplish what I was after. In our first meeting, Alex worked on SO MANY of my priorities. He got my dog to go into her crate on command, taught her to "stay," showed me how to "walk with" my dog better on her leash, and (using a 30' leash outdoors) started working on recall with her. We were so immersed in what was going on that Alex started to go a little bit over our time, but he didn't want to stop because we were making such great progress. I told him if he wanted to give me a third hour right then and there that I was prepared to pay for it, and he did!! I learned a lot of things from Alex myself during our first meeting, like how to employ the use of "deltas" (which my old trainer never once mentioned) and how non-verbal cues are arguably more important than verbal ones. Again, my old trainer actually discouraged me from using hand motions, but once incorporating them into my routine I noticed that my dog was much more compliant than she had been. Another positive difference between my old trainer and Alex is he really takes the time to teach you why he's doing what he's doing, and encourages you to participate. My old trainer just taught my dog a command and had me replicate/practice when she left. Alex really makes you feel like you are a part of the teaching process. After our private session Alex recommended some "Small Group Therapy" for my pup. He came at noon on a Thursday to pick up my dog and she proceeded to go on a several-hour outing with his two chihuahuas and a dog he was fostering. The entire time he was out with her he was recording and sharing videos on an iCloud album. It was INCREDIBLE to not only see everything that was happening, but to hear him narrate why he was doing the things he was doing. I could not get enough of his videos and felt like I was there during the session. On top of Alex's excellent communication, punctuality, reliability, friendliness, competency, and effectiveness, his rates are OUTRAGEOUS in the BEST way! I truly believe he is under-charging for his services. I can get three hours with Alex for less than I paid for one hour with my prior trainer, and I feel much better about the work that is done during that timeframe. I adore Alex, and most importantly, what he is doing works. He really gets into the mind of your dog, and has such a wonderful way of connecting with them and their needs. I am elated to keep our work going - my pup has lots more Small Group Therapy outings in her future and it's wonderful that I have the option to use him one-on-one to teach her even more commands in the house. One day I hope to move on from essential commands to more fun ones, like "roll over" or "go get X toy."

Alex is wonderful. We are quite grateful to have come across his page on Yelp. He cares for our…read moreDoberman with great compassion. He's knowledgeable, skilled at what he does, & overall, you can tell his calling is to keep dogs in loving homes with owners who just need the tools plus support to train & love on their pet babies. If our Ketsia (Sisi) didn't love us so much, I think she'd hop on over to Alex's place :) She's strong-willed & protective but sooo loving & sweet. We're making great progress! Thank you, Alex.

There is a very short list of the people that I trust with my Pitte and B.U.D.S is top on the list…read more I cannot say enough good things about B.U.D.S. they will take care of your pup like their own. I also have a rabbit, and they make sure that he gets a treat also when taking out Rocco for his afternoon walk. If you want to know that your animals are well taken care of, schedule your walk with B.U.D.S.

Buds is amazing. We have used them on several occasions and the dogs just love them! We hired them…read morerecently on a short-term basis which we then needed to add on to, sometimes even less than 24 hours ahead of time and they accommodated us with no problem. The walkers are professional and on time. Can't say enough good things about them! Thanks, Buds!

Carol's Critters Sitters are the best!!! I have used this service several times to get qualified…read moresitters to watch my grand puppies. The owner responses quickly to your needs. I needed an emergency sitter for my grand dog. Carol really came through!!!! Will definitely use them in the future. Thanks Carol!

From the owner: Carol's Critter Sitters provides your pets with the care they need while you are away--right in…read moreyour own home! With us you are assured reliable, responsible service from an adult staff of sitters who truly love animals! Your pets stay in a secure, familiar environment, follow their customary routine and diet, avoid exposure to illness form other animals and receive loving, individual attention. You can travel with peace of mind knowing that you have left your pet and your home in our good hands. We have been serving the Montgomery County, PA area since 1990 Vacations! Business Travel! Daily Mid-Day Visits! Our service is tailored to your needs!

When your cats miss the pet sitter, you know they were in good hands! Joanne took care of our boys…read morelike her own. We loved the daily updates and photos. I wholeheartedly recommend Joanne and Splooters!! Donna

The pet sitting that Splooter's provided to me while I went out of town on business was…read moreexceptional. Joanne took care of my 4 year old boxer Titan for one week. I have a security app on my home which identified that she arrived every day as promised and spent the agreed-upon amount of time with my pet. I also felt that the reservation and communication process went very well!

Great price and great service!! We took our two small dogs and cat there for the first time on…read moreMonday and she took the time to meet all of our animals and find out how we wanted their haircut. They turned out great and my wife and I couldn't be happier!!

Tracy is very great with all animals. You can tell just talking to her how much she love's your…read morepets and will take care of them. She kept me up to date on how my dog was doing and sent me pictures of their fun times. Will definitely be using her every time I take a trip.

Nicolette takes such good care of our dogs! She treats them like her own. She is very reliable!…read more The best!

From the owner: Biggie Paws offers compassionate, science-based, fear-free pet care and training. Owned and…read moreoperated by a multi-certified dog trainer, you won't find more personalized and thorough services at these prices anywhere else! Expertise and experience includes: puppy training and socialization, basic and advanced obedience, jumping and counter-surfing, loose leash walking, reactivity, fear/anxiety-based behaviors, human aggression, dog to dog aggression, and more!

Such a great place!! I don't usually use this kind of service but I was in a pinch this past week…read moreand needed help. Phoenix Waggy Tails to the rescue! After a quick phone call with Sarah, I ran Cooper over for his first day. I was greeted by the owner (Mikey), who MET ME AT MY TRUCK! They call it the "barking lot Vallet". lol. Mikey then escorted Coop inside for his first day. Pick up was the same. A quick text ahead and Cooper was waiting for me outside. I really knew Cooper had fun when he hesitated jumping into my truck and actually turned around to go back inside! I can't say enough about my (and Coopers) experience!

This place is great! I use them for daycare and boarding. My little guys love it there!read more

We have been using this kennel for many years, and 3 dogs (one of them was a difficult guy). The…read moredogs come out happy and bathed. I have watched the owners with my dogs and others. They are great dog people! I cannot recommend them highly enough!

We've been taking our dog to Buckwalter for a few years now and the Buckwalters are fantastic!…read moreAlways so pleasant, they get to know you and your dog, and pick up and drop off are a breeze. Great price for a great spot for your dog!

Muttch Better quickly responded to my query seeking someone to feed/walk my elderly dog. They…read moreimmediately scheduled a meeting with a local pet care person. Victoria was prompt, friendly, and importantly - intelligent and kind. She listened attentively as I explained my pet's routine, geriatric issues, medication, etc. and walked him proficiently. I was confident she'd be a great fit and I was correct. She expertly dealt with multiple door keys and moving my dog between two apartments. She sent me daily photos of him engaged in his routine, updating me on food/water intake. I can't say enough about Victoria's professionalism, communication skills and compassionate care of my precious old boy. What a relief when away to know a competent person is on the job! I will absolutely use her in the future with full trust and confidence and recommend her without reservation.

From the owner: At MUTT(ch) Better Dog Walking & Pet Services LLC, our mission is to provide reliable and…read morecompassionate care for pets while their owners aren't home. We understand that pets are family members, so we are committed to treating each one with the same love and attention we give to our own pets. Our goal is to provide peace of mind to pet owners by offering services that are specifically tailored to meet the needs of each pet. We love caring and connecting with animals and creating everlasting relationships with both pets and their owners, as we are fully dedicated to providing professional and trustworthy care every time. At MUTT(ch) Better Dog Walking & Pet Services LLC, we can ensure you that your pet will receive the highest quality care while you're away.