Can not recommend enough. My pup went for 6 weeks of off leash training…read more I would get weekly updates and videos of how Kai was doing. We also still have access to his personal trainer (Bridget) who has come to our house twice to help train me and my wife. Tim (owner) is absolutely the best. Always, just a text or phone call away with any concerns. Thanks again My Clever Canine!

We turned to My Clever Canine out of desperation. Our dog Knox, a pitbull/chocolate lab mix, had…read moresome over excitement and behavior issues that made everyday life stressful--for him and for us. It raised major safety concerns for our older dog and toddler. He wasn't aggressive, but he was failing behavioral assessment for rehoming. We interviewed several board and train programs, but Amy at My Clever Canine stood out from the rest. She didn't sugarcoat anything. She was honest, realistic, and upfront about what to expect--and what might not be possible. That honesty gave me confidence we were making the right decision. Knox was never a bad dog--he just needed the right person to help him understand all his emotions and where to put them. And the program (specifically his trainer Rochelle) did exactly that. Today, Knox is a completely different dog. He's an integrated, joyful, and loving member of our family. We will be forever grateful of Amy and Rochelle!

I sent my dog, Milot 4.5 months, to Powerhouse K9 for a three-week board-and-train program. As a…read morenew dog owner, I'll admit the process felt a bit unconventional, and I decided to wait a few days after she returned home to write this review so I could evaluate the results objectively. Now that we are home, I am incredibly pleased with the outcome. Milot's behavior has shifted significantly for the better. Anthony spent two hours with me during pickup to ensure I understood the commands and techniques he used, and by implementing those daily, I've seen a massive difference in our routine. While the 'behind-the-scenes' of intensive training can feel a bit like a black box for a first-time owner, the results speak for themselves. If you are looking for a program that delivers a noticeable transformation, it is well worth the investment. I'm very happy with Milot's progress! Other things to note - Anthony was very responsive. Sent videos of progress and video chats as well - clean/brushed/bathe at least once before pickup - flexible with drop off and pickup Happy with the result. Highly recommend.

Amazing service and very reliable customer care and support I would recommend it to pet ownersread more

Back again! We had such great success taking our first dog…read morethrough Lisa's classes we knew we had to come back with our new puppy. Lisa has recently revamped her class style/schedules and we were so pleased to begin puppy classes with her new format. Lisa starts you from the ground up building markers and teaching you how to communicate with your dog to build a strong foundation. Of course she covers the basic obedience, but she also offers trick classes, environment cues and everything you need for CGC! Thank you Lisa for sharing your expertise with us!

Lisa is an amazing trainer, I love her approach with creating a communication path for you and your…read moredog, it all seems so simple but so efficient, no more yelling! . We went with our rescue adult Dogo who is very stubborn. Lisa showed me how to communicate with our dog, her feedback is direct and honest and if you listen and practice, you will see amazing and fast results. The benefit of the group is that you get to see her show the commands multiple times with different dogs, all of them reacting differently. Her first session around nutrition, crate training, potty training is so eye opening, and informative, I have referred to it many times since. Lisa will answer texts, calls and will do anything to get you and your dog on a successful path. And if you are lucky enough to see her with her dogs, you will see the art of the possible!

I have a 10 year old German Shepherd and this is the only place I have ever left him. Though I have…read moreto leave him when we travel, I always feel comfortable leaving him here

These were from the first time we stayed. Ease of booking. Available on app or phone. Friendly…read more Listens without judging. My pup seemed more happy here than at the other kennel that is down the road.

Kudos to Dakota for caring for our Layla!! She is Always so…read moregentle with her Excellent care !!

Extremely Disrespectful & Accusatory Experience I had one of…read morethe most humiliating and upsetting retail experiences of my life at this location. I ordered a brand-new aquarium filter online (nearly $200) and picked it up from this store. The box was fully sealed, so I had no reason to suspect anything was wrong. Due to my busy schedule, I opened it about a week later--only to discover that the most important parts, including the motor, were completely missing. On top of that, the main filter unit was dirty with grease/algae, clearly indicating it had been used before. When my husband and I returned to the store to explain the situation, the male manager was extremely rude and immediately accused us of stealing the missing parts. He told us "this cannot happen" because it was not marked as an open box and directly implied that we were trying to commit fraud. There was no investigation, no professionalism, no attempt to de-escalate--just outright accusation. We were so hurt and shocked by this treatment that we left the defective product there without even asking for a refund. Later, only to protect our dignity and prove that we are honest people, we returned and purchased another filter for $200 in front of management. A female manager gave a brief apology for his behavior, but we were never refunded for the first defective unit, which they kept. I am a nurse by profession. My husband and I are hard-working, honest people. Being publicly treated like thieves without proof was deeply painful, degrading, and completely unacceptable. This was not just poor customer service--it was character assassination. I will never forget how this store made us feel. I hope PetSmart corporate takes this seriously because no customer should ever be treated this way.

Zuki has been working with our pets for the past five years and we LOVE her! She's gentle and…read moreconfident and has helped our reactive pup feel safe. She's helped with training, pet sitting, and weekly walks and always surpasses my expectations

I can't rave enough about how talented and canine educated Zuki is, you are patient, kind and so…read morecaring. To be able to handle my 3 crazy German Shepherds, who are as spoiled as it gets was amazing, they listen to you. I wish you were in southern CA more often to be a permanent fixture in doggie training for us, since we really need you. I especially thank you for the "lead" you gave me and showed me how to walk my 120 lb. guy, who nearly pulled my arm out of the socket. You truly have a way with dogs, they love you. Zuki, you are a real gem!! Thank you so much for your wonderful training.

I'm checking in several years after using Ruff Translation Dog Training for help with my reactive…read moreGerman Shepherd, Garnet. I've continued to work with him using tips I learned from Juniper. After working together for so long, Garnet's trust in me has developed to the point where we frequently get compliments from strangers on his focus and behavior. I can even walk closely next to well behaved dogs now without worry. So many of Juniper's recommendations have been woven into my life with Garnet and changed how I work with him and handle him in many ways. There are some things we still won't do (dog parks, off leash crowded hikes) but Garnet's life is so much richer than I would have envisioned it when we first started training sessions when he was 1.5 years old.

I recently had several sessions with Juniper to address some issues with my 4-year-old yellow lab,…read moremainly reactivity towards other dogs while on leash. We had a great experience. I went into it feeling self-conscious about my lack of knowledge, ashamed at the behaviors that my dog had developed, and not sure that consulting a trainer would make a difference for us. As it turns out, I didn't need to worry about any of that. In addition to being very knowledgeable, Juniper is kind, understanding, patient, encouraging, and always positive. She has given us tons of new resources and is always willing to answer questions. More than anything, our sessions were about training me to be able to read my dog's behavior, and being able to react appropriately and employ the right techniques. Juniper set realistic expectations for our sessions, and I came away from the experience with a whole new set of tools and the ability and confidence to continue working with my dog on my own. We are finally making real progress, and my bond with my dog has greatly improved. I highly recommend Juniper, especially if you are feeling lost and unsure about working with a trainer. She will get you going in the right direction.

To say John at Premier Dog Academy is good, would be an understatement. His knowledge and…read moreprofessionalism superseded my expectations. I had a terrible trainer for a very short time prior, and was hesitant to try someone new. My boy Finn was a crazy Labrador. John taught me how to be in tune with my dog, and I have learned how to be with Finn as a team. I can't express enough gratitude. I'm now educated and Finn still loves going to group class every Saturday after three years with this trainer. FIVE STARS! FIVE STARS!

Excellent dog trainer ! Did one on one training , learned a lot . It was my SHIBA first formal…read moretraining . She did well doing basic obedience.

started taking my dog here a couple of years ago all of a sudden, my dog is afraid to go to the…read moregroomers. The next time I try to take my dog to this Petco they would not see him. Previously He would only go to one groomer the next time I tried to take him back she tried to bite them at this point. My dog will not go to any groomer. He try's to bite them and he is traumatized. I don't know what they've done to my dog, but they definitely did something. He's eight. He's been having baths since he was born. It's been it's been a year since he's been grown. No groomer will take him at this point.

Employees can keep their opinions to themselves about how to train our animals. I take great care…read moreof my dogs. Yeah, I use a prong collar during training, because Cane Corsos and Dogo Argentinos are big strong dogs. They require a ton of discipline, and consistency. So, don't tell me how to train my dogs. Or tell me that it's unethical. Thanks. If it wasn't supposed to be used, it wouldn't have been created, approved, and sold in your stores.

Gwen is the best dog trainer my wife and I have ever worked with (and we've worked with a lot!)…read more She cares deeply about her clients and the pups she works with and goes above and beyond in every way. She's a special person and we could not recommend her more!

I wholeheartedly recommend Canine Construction Dog Training services. Gwen is an exceptional dog…read moretrainer, and I'm fortunate to have trained my Labrador Moose with Gwen beginning at three months. Her deep understanding of canine psychology and her ability to connect with dogs is beyond what I have ever seen before, as is the instantaneous connection dogs have with her in return. From the first session, Moose immediately clicked with Gwen and was excited to work with her (and I was, too!). She gave me clear guidance and personalized training that shaped my behavior as a dog owner and, in turn, shaped my puppy's behavior. Moose has grown into a well-mannered, confident, and happy companion. Our bond has deepened, and I credit Gwen for helping us build a solid foundation based on trust and respect that'll last a lifetime! Gwen was professional, reliable, and punctual to each session, showing up fully present and with a positive attitude. I hope you and your pup are fortunate enough to work with Gwen. She is truly one of a kind.