I highly recommend Monica for training and boarding! Monica has trained two of my family's dogs and…read moreshe is awesome! I highly recommend Monica training your new puppy!!! She is firm but kind and I trust her to take care of my dog when on vacation.

Monica is amazing!!! From taking the time to get to know our family and our puppy to spending time…read morewith us after her training sessions; I would absolutely recommend Monica to anyone needing help training or simply boarding their dog. As new puppy owners, we needed help, but we were also nervous about sending our puppy to just anyone. Monica came highly recommended and boy, did she deliver with amazing responsiveness including updates and photos / videos of our puppy's progress to ensuring we were comfortable with the process. Our dog is now fully potty trained, responds to commands - come, sit, stay - and we have Monica to thank! A++ rating from this satisfied customer!!

Debbie & I met Stu while walking our newly adopted two year old dog Daisy in Sunset Park. We…read moreobserved him working with a man and his dog and stayed to watch the class. It was remarkable how well this dog responded to his owner and how confident both dog and owner were. We asked Stu if he would work with us while we were in town for a few weeks and he agreed. He assured us we'd need to work hard to achieve results and we have. Our Daisy has gone from a timid rescue from a backyard breeder to a self confident happy go lucky pup. She looks forward to her classwork with us too! If you're looking for a good instructor for your family and dog, look no further!

After spending years going through trainer after trainer and pouring thousands of dollars into…read moretraining classes, we finally found something that actually works. Stu has been a complete game-changer for our German Shepherd, Nova. We all know taking the time to practice and train each day can be tough- which was honestly what my husband and I struggled with most- but Stu holds you accountable. He consistently follows up to see what's working and what needs improvement. Each session, he challenges both you and your dog in real-life scenarios (trains, sirens, bells, whistles, grooming tools, skateboarders, kids baseball/football games, strollers, men with hats, kids with backpacks- YOU NAME IT!) which has made all the difference. He also brings his own dog to training sessions from day one--something we'd never experienced before. Because Nova was extremely reactive to other dogs, having a calm, well-trained dog present right off the bat was crucial. It allowed her to learn how to stay composed and focused in a controlled environment, and the progress we saw from this alone was incredible. In addition to having his dog present in every session, he also offers group classes most Sundays. This gives us the chance to work in close proximity to multiple dogs and put our training into real practice. This consistent exposure has been essential for Nova's progress--and is truly an opportunity you won't find elsewhere. Stu doesn't rely on treat training like so many others. He focuses on helping you build respect with your dog, which truly is the only way to achieve long-lasting results. The transformation we've seen is unbelievable. Before working with Stu, my confidence walking our high-energy German Shepherd was shaky at best. The second another dog came into sight, panic kicked in. Now, I can walk her calmly (sometimes even with a stroller!) and feel totally at ease, knowing she won't pull me into traffic or react to other dogs. Don't waste another minute--or another dollar--searching for a dog trainer. Stu is your guy. Absolutely recommend!

I was going on a weekend trip for the first time since I brought Benji home. He's five months and…read morehas boundless energy, so I was nervous about how he'd do away from his home! Long story short, Benji did GREAT and all thanks to HPM! Firstly, as a commuting worker, the chauffeur service was amazing. They gave me a window for pick up and drop off a week in advance and were perfectly on time. You can tell that they really love their dogs upon their greeting and departure. Second, Benji loved having a huge yard to run and play in. I got a picture the first day (attached) and a video the next of him playing! It really put my nerves at ease. The price was totally reasonable and the options for grooming or swim lessons were awesome additions. I will absolutely be using Gabby and Happy Pup Manor in the future!

Would not recommend this trainer, they never return calls even when scheduled and their system…read moresends you text reminders. I was surprised as they came recommended.

I've used this wonderful kennel from 1989 to 2019, for all three of my dogs…read more Can't say enough wonderful things about the care and attention given to my three dogs. Spotless, caring and a healthy environment is what you will experience.

I have trained 4 greyhounds(soon to be fifth) with Frank. Each dog had a different personality and…read moredisposition and Frank was able to access each dog and make recommendations to help me communicate with each dog. I learned that to train the dog, you have to "train" the owner. Wouldn't rain anywhere else or board anywhere else.

My group class was a joke. Kristen, I think is her name I try hard to forget it, advanced only her…read morefriends dog to the next level and didn't help any other students. The atmosphere was so snobby and unfriendly. Paula was the only nice person, there. I witnessed a trainer punching a Rottweiler puppy in the head because it was being forced down on the ground, over and over again while they yelled, "bang,Bang", the little guy was so terrified by that alone, and got punched in the face by a male trainer. Another person said there dog was so upset it had cage wire stuck its mouth from trying to get out of the small cage it was in. They think they are the best and they suck! My dog was a nervous wreck there and is so calm otherwise. Stay away from there, I feel so bad for the dogs, they look so sad. The police men were kind to their dogs when they came in, but that's it.

Carrie the groomer is wonderful. She does a great job with my dogs, Chochki and Pumpkin…read more Their kenneling services are pretty good. I like that they offer playtime walks for the dogs there. I'm kind of annoyed with their trainers however. When I first met Kaitlyn the trainer, she explained that Tops offers different training options for clients: board and train, day training, group classes, private lessons, etc. But after I took her beginning class, she absolutely insisted that Pumpkin has to do the board and train program. No way. I am not dumping my dog there for 3 or 4 weeks. Part of the problem is that some of the training methods there can be pretty harsh, which makes me wonder what might be happening to my dog when I am not there to watch and participate in his training program. Another problem there is the trainers at Tops act like they invented prong collars. They did not. MANY TRAINERS use prong collars. I currently train with Bill Balatsos in Palatine, IL. He recommends prong collars for most dogs. So does Jeff Hackanson, the head trainer at Dog Style Inc in Vernon Hills. The trainers at Lakeshore K9 in Highland Park also recommend prong collars. Tops didn't invent the prong collar. A lot of different trainers use them. If you want to learn how to correct bad behavior with a prong collar, Tops isn't your only option. There are other options, and they won't shove their board and train programs down your throat.

There are a lot of different dog training methods out there, and to each his own. However, I chose…read moreCandy's Canines specifically because they claim to use Chris Bach's "The Third Way." My observations are that they don't practice what they preach. This class was more or less a modified "yank and crank" style of dog training... prong collars and reprimands with a few treats thrown in for good measure. The instructor yelled at (and I do mean yelled) and manhandled my 6 month puppy for jumping up on him. He scared me, so I'm sure he scared my puppy! It was a miserable experience for me and my dog, and I left after one session of class (despite paying up front). The instructor did say one thing that I agreed with: that no dog should be punished for something that it hasn't learned yet. Amen to that! It's just a shame that they're all talk when it comes that philosopy at Candy's Canines. Be sure to observe a class to make sure that their training style matches your own. Lesson learned for me -- I should have followed that particular piece of advice myself.

I am not sure about the experience of the first Yelp reviewer, but that is NOT my experience. I…read morehave been with Candy's Canines for over 15 years with my THIRD dog. I've NEVER been told to do something I felt unsafe for myself or my canine companion. Cheryl has guided me throughout my years of agility training to earn multiple advanced/elite titles on all my dogs. I've only trained one day a week for an hour and have earned many advanced national agility titles on my dogs. I think that Cheryl bends over backwards to help people and that this previous evaluation shouldn't be the only consideration on Yelp. Many, many people in the northern IL / southern WI area know that their dog training success has come from Cheryl Carter.

Kamp K9 is fantastic. I brought my new puppy there six months ago and have used Kamp K9 for…read moretraining, Boarding, and doggy daycare. Every single one of the staff have been terrific. So friendly and accommodating. And my dog loves going there... And is much more well-behaved. I have had dogs for many years and have tried trainers coming to the house and training at a pet store with varying degrees of success. Kamp K9 is by far the BEST!

Beware: do not board your dog here!…read more Kamp K-9 is known for kennel cough (I found this out too late from my neighbors and friends). I boarded my dog here for a long weekend, and unfortunately, he contracted a terrible case of kennel cough. That was bad enough, but the owner's (David Jenner's) response was the real issue--shockingly rude and dismissive. On top of that, the place has a terrible smell and just doesn't seem hygienic at all. I wouldn't risk coming back again.

Margaret is enthusiastic, knowledgeable and genuinely wants her students to be successful. She…read moreexplains the rationale behind her training methods, which I find helpful. Puppy class enrollment is ongoing, so you don't have to wait weeks for a class start. I wish the training facility were closer to my home, but One Happy Dog is worth the drive.