This is my third time using their service! My pup loves them! She would perk up whenever we come…read moreand would drag the staff to her favorite place! I remember calling them one time because I was nervous and it was my first time leaving her there and they were just chilling with her and feeding her cookies she was SPOILED! Leave your pets here! The staff took care of my pup and was amazing! My pup was so tired afterward when I came to grab her. They even clipped her nails for me without charging! I wish I could give them 10 stars!!!

I'm bias towards Happy Tails since I've worked here for almost 7 years, but this also gives me the…read moregreatest insider review around. I have been in the animal care taker field for over 10 years now and Happy Tails has been the best place I've ever worked. The personal care and attention each dog receives is unmatchable. Because we don't do "group play" (aka doggie daycare) we are able to solely focus on each individual pet. It also eliminates any worry of dog fights, rough play, injury, or communicable diseases. Each dog and cat is loved and cared for as if they were our very own. Because we are here for YOUR pet, without all the glitz and glamour, we can boast of the lowest prices for excellent service. Come by for a tour during our business hours. Mon-Sat 8-12. 3-6: Sunday just 3-6 Call us at 706-742-8852

Pacesetter training was highly recommended to us, so we decided to do the two week training program…read morethat's offered there. All I can say is WOW! Kass, the trainer is truly the Athens area dog whisperer! We just love her! Amazing what she has done for us, and our dog, Murphy. We cannot thank them enough!

From the owner: We are a small boarding and training kennel. We are expert remote collar specialists and will work…read morewith any size or temperament of dog. Aggressive dogs are welcome and we are likely to be able to help you sort out any behavior problem.

As someone also in the dog training industry, I am always happy to refer to Georgia Dog Trainer…read morewhen we are not the best fit for a client. Her work with shelter dogs has made such a positive impact to our community. Happy to be in the same network as Adriana!

I used this dog training service last year. Adrianna came to my house and taught me how to use the…read moree-collar. She did more than explain how to use the collar....she went on walks w/ me and let me experience using it after watching her. Then we had follow up. My weimerainer no longer chases ( and kills deer)...her prey drive has been muted!!! Adrianna is on time, VERY personable and fun to work with.

The decision to use K9 Justice Dog Training was easy, (highly recommended by a friend), but leaving…read moremy dog for 4 weeks was hard. I rescued him from a dog shelter, and I worried that he would feel abandoned once again, but after my first 1 on 1 training all my worries were put to rest. Merlin looked truly happy and seemed to really enjoy training with Wes, kind of like a good game of fetch. Watching Wes train Merlin, I could see the bond that was built in just one week. What I observed and loved about my experienced: * This training is filled with love and respect on both sides - dog and trainer. * Wes must love his job. He invests so much time into training each dog. Just like a schoolteacher, it must be a calling and he's not in it for the money. * He took time to explain all my questions and time to train me on how I can do better. I never felt like I was on a time clock. * Wes worked on my dog's individual needs, not just an expected obedience list. * After every session, I left uplifted and optimistic with the feeling that a non-reactive, well-behaved pup was in my future. Previous trainings that I tried, I would often leave the session feeling frustrated close to tears wondering if we would ever get it right. Sending my dog to K9 Justice has been the best decision and well worth every penny. If you are considering hiring a trainer, I highly recommend using K9 Justice.

Walk -- don't heel -- over to K9 Justice for the best dog trainers I've experienced so far! I took…read moremy 14-week old English Mastiff puppy to Wes for a week of training while I was visiting Toccoa. I didn't have very high expectations because it was just 1 week of training, but boy was I wrong! Wes and Destiny are truly dog whisperers. They taught my pup to walk on a leash, come when called, lay down, stay and "break" -- all in just 1 week! Each day I would pick my pup up after training, they would spend about 10 minutes with me reviewing what they did that day and teaching me how to continue training at home. They are so knowledgeable and genuinely care about your pup. I had no doubt that I was leaving my pup in good hands with them. I will definitely be signing up for training sessions over Thanksgiving and Christmas when I'm in Toccoa.

There is no better place than Old Salem. We've been taking our dogs there for going on 9-10 years…read more We know they are taken care of and are safe. Todd is amazing with them - all we have to do is tell them they're going to see Todd and they immediately begin to bark, run to the truck, jump in and out and do the same sorts of things when we arrive. It's a bit of a drive for us but well worth it when we pick them up and they're still happy boys. We tried a couple of other kennels with our first two German Shepherds but they just didn't quite measure up - unless Todd closes down (please NO!), he'll continue seeing the Kole dogs on a regular basis. Thank you, Todd, for such an awesome safe place for all the fur babies you've kept over the years! L. Kole

From the owner: Established in 1996, Old Salem Kennel offers a limited, by-appointment-only training program rooted…read morein traditional methods and decades of hands-on experience. We specialize in obedience training, gundog development, and truffle dog work, working with a small number of dogs at a time to ensure focus, consistency, and quality results. Our program is designed for owners who value thoughtful training, long-term development, and a disciplined approach built on trust and follow-through. Because of the individualized nature of our work, availability is limited and placements are intentional. Old Salem Kennel is best suited for those seeking a serious, experience-driven approach rather than quick fixes or bargain training.

This review is a bit overdue as my dog is almost 10 years old and she was trained as a puppy. We…read morewere at such a loss with Violet and didn't know what to do. I saw a bad review from someone else years ago and it triggered me to post this. I was actually a bit mortified by the post as it was the most unprofessional review and so far from the truth. Actually Violet still goes to US Canine for boarding every time we go out of town and I won't take her anywhere else. Violet actually went to another training facility (one I will not name) and she came out worse than when she went in. Violet is a pit bull and as most people are aware pit bulls get a really bad wrap. They just need a little proper training and some TLC (as with any animal) and that's exactly what US Canine did. She actually did have to go through the intense two week training for extreme behavioral issues (trained by Angie) and she came back a completely different dog! I love Violet so much and if it wasn't for US Canine we would have had to give her up. She has become such an important part of my family and I wouldn't have done anything differently. In fact, my next dog will be going there as well and I live 20 miles away! Thank you US Canine (and thanks for letting me review you so I can post a pic of my doggie )

Angie, Josh, and their team saved my relationship with my dog. We were at the point of speaking…read morewith rehoming agencies for our two year old dog who was aggressive towards me and leaving me distraught on a daily basis. We tried 3 different in-home trainers over a year and saw little to no difference. At one point one of these people even told us our dog would need to be on anxiety medication the rest of his life. Then, one of the agencies suggested we try US Canine before surrendering our pup. Our dog spent 3 weeks at US Canine and came home the loving, respectful, and sweet dog we knew he could be (no medication necessary!). It has now been 8 months and I am so thankful to US Canine for giving us a second chance with our dog! Everyone at US Canine cares about your dog and your family and they make a concerted effort to help you understand the changes you need to make for your dog to be successful. They are always available for questions and concerns so that your success can continue longterm. I now have confidence with my dog and know exactly what to do to redirect him from minor issues and continue his learning. US Canine is THE BEST!

I left my dog for 1/2 day and he did great there. It's a nice, clean place and I feel good about…read moreleaving my precious pooch there.

We've been taking Tubbs here for a couple weeks now. They have taught us soooooo much. They are all…read morevery encouraging and educate you as to why you are doing, what your doing. They are helping me to be the best dog-mom I can be. Thank you for checking up on us, through out the week. They really do care. ‍‍

Pawtropolis West is an incredible business and resource! We have a GSD that does day care here, has…read moretrained and received his GCD here, and they have greatly assisted us with knowledge and suggestions for our latest rescue. I can't say enough good things about them. Staff, facilities, grooming, all top notch.

LOVE LOVE LOVE. First off they are so welcoming and amazing with the pups that come through the…read moredoors! My girl was so excited when we came in she just walked on back and didn't care about me lol. We got Tonks evaluated for day care and they are very alert and attentive to all the pups in the daycare. They have cameras where you can peak in and see what your fur baby is doing and that honestly eased my nerves a lot! I was able to see that she was having fun! When I picked her up she was exhausted and I've never seen her worn out like that. But it was very good for her to get out of the house and enjoy time with other dogs! We are also in the training class at Pawtropolis and we absolutely love it! We make sure to be attentive in class and work on the tasks at home as well. Her behaviors have tremendously improved! I would 100% recommend Pawtropolis!

Our French Bulldog is so well behaved after receiving training from Off Leash! The information is…read moreeasy to follow, it just requires consistent practice with your fur baby. The trainers are very helpful and easy to work with. I highly recommend off leash to anyone looking for training for their animal!

From the owner: What Sets Us Apart: * Confidence in our training to offer a…read morefirst lesson money-back guarantee that no other trainers offer. * Additionally, our board-and-train programs come with free refreshers for the LIFE of your dog, ensuring continuous support in maintaining the training. “If even needed” * Literally THOUSANDS of Before/After Videos! Search for your Breed on Our Youtube Page!