I cannot recommend David enough. He completely transformed all 4 of my dogs, who were honestly…read morewild, crazy, and extremely rambunctious before working with him. The difference in their behavior now is unbelievable. What truly sets him apart is how much he genuinely cares -- not just about training the dogs, but about helping them succeed and making the process enjoyable for both the dogs and the owners. You can tell immediately that he has a real passion for what he does. He was patient, caring, knowledgeable, and somehow made training fun instead of stressful. The most mind-blowing part was my one dog who was already four years old and still not potty trained. Within just 4 days, he had her fully trained to go outside. I honestly still can't believe it. We had struggled for years, and he accomplished what we thought was impossible in less than a week. I also never felt comfortable to leave my dog in anyone else's home, but David made me feel so comfortable and secure to drop my fur baby at his home for the board and train and I honestly was open to having her there longer since we trusted him so much, but we didn't even need to since he got the results done so fast. I was able to get all my 4 dogs on a plane as Service Dogs with his guidance and training and I am now living in Costa Rica with all my 4 furbabies which would have never been possible without his training. If you are considering dog training, stop searching and book with him. He is hands down the absolute best, and I truly could not recommend him more! Our dogs -- and our home -- are completely changed because of him. We all truly miss him! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts David!

We had a wonderful experience with David and Proper Pups! He made incredible progress with our dog,…read moreCali, turning around her leash manners and reactivity during the two week board and train program. Right from our meet and greet, David worked to understand what our struggles were so he could make a training plan just for Cali. We felt comfortable and confident dropping her off. His calm energy, deep knowledge, and clear methods were obvious right away. When we picked up Cali, David spent time going over everything he worked on with her. He joined us for a walk, giving us helpful tips in real-time on how we could adjust what we were doing to keep her progress going. He even gave us a detailed file of notes, which have allowed for us to seamlessly continue her training at home. David's patience and positive approach paid off, we've seen such a change. Cali is calmer and more focused when there's stuff going on around her. We can't recommend him enough to anyone dealing with leash issues or a reactive dog.

Christine has been both our trainer and support system during this overwhelming and chaotic new…read morepuppy phase. As someone who had fostered puppies, I assumed I would only need a few sessions when we adopted our GSD/Pyrenees puppy, Betty. However, now I wish I had bought Christine's infinity package, so we could train with her forever and ever. Primarily, Christine is a highly knowledgeable and passionate dog trainer. She has provided an in-depth understanding of dog behavior and the psychology of dog training. This foundation has been invaluable in helping us develop a successful ongoing training relationship, and in helping Betty become a loving member of our family. Secondly, she has also served as an unofficial puppy doula and mentor. She has always been happy to get on the phone and talk us through problems in between sessions, and even guide us in choosing a vet and groomer. I don't know how we would have managed without her during those sleepless nights and feelings of sadness and regret. Lastly, she is a gentle and calming presence--the type of person that was born to work with animals. She has taught us how to be effective dog parents using only positive reinforcement and kindness. Working with Christine has been a gift that will continue to provide value for many years to come!

Two words: Call Christine…read more No words can truly capture how much Christine helped us in our journey with our dog, Poppy. We got Poppy when she was about 3 months old, and she was a very anxious puppy. As brand-new dog parents, we really wanted to do everything right. Unfortunately, early on we enrolled her in a daycare/train-style program that was very discipline-focused, and it ended up making things worse. Poppy regressed a lot and became even more anxious. That's when we found Christine. From the start, Christine was patient, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive. She helped us undo a lot of the stress and fear that had developed and guided us step by step toward building Poppy's confidence again. What stood out most was that Christine didn't just train our dog -- she helped us grow as dog parents too. Her passion for animals is so obvious in the way she works. She regularly checked in, sent helpful podcasts and articles, and made sure we had the tools we needed between sessions. I also really appreciated that she spaced out the training sessions so we had time to practice and actually see progress. The transformation has been amazing. Poppy went from being too anxious to even get out of the car at a park to confidently walking around Carlsbad Village. Even more importantly, the bond between Poppy and me has grown so much through this process. I truly couldn't have done this without Christine, and I'm so grateful we found her. If you're struggling with your dog or just want to set them up for success, she is the person to call.

I cannot sing the praises of Michelle enough! When Monty returned from two weeks of Board and…read moreTrain with Michelle, he was a changed dog. He's not just a calmer dog, he's a CALM dog. We've had no out-of-control barking incidents; he can be tethered and remain quiet. He's very good on walks, moving from "heel" to "break" and back to "heel" again. He's very responsive to the "off" command, which we use primarily to keep him off the furniture and out of the kitchen. Last week we had friends over for dinner and after his initial excitement he was a good boy, lying nearby content and chewing on a bone. We even attended the Humane Society Walk for Animals at Kit Carson Park, and with hundreds of dogs and people and non-stop activities, he was again a very well-behaved boy. We are so appreciative of the work that Michelle did with Monty. He is now the dog we always hoped he would be - happy, well-behaved, and living his best life!

I just picked up my dog today and I could not be happier! I had a great experience from start to…read morefinish with the team at Cosmo K9, specifically, Sophia! Sophia handled Kodi for the 2 weeks he was there and did a fantastic job training him! Sophia kept me updated on Kodi's progress every few days sending me pictures and short videos, and always took the time to explain everything to me, as well as teach me how to best handle him when returning Kodi back to me. I live in the valley (Los Angeles) and took the 2 hour drive because of a referral so highly recommended Cosmo K9 and I'm glad I did! 5 STARS! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Michelle and her team at Coastal Pet Sitters are the very best of the best! Whether our family had…read moremade a request six months in advance or six days before, they always had it handled with ease and flexibility. Among their amazing sitters is Madison, who is an exceptional sitter, who our dogs grew very fond of! Her many pictures, videos, and updates truly helped us relax while away. We are moving back to the east coast and will miss working with Michelle and Madison! Thank you for your endless love and care of our pups!

I have used Coastal Pet Sitters for over 2 years now to watch my 2 cats and love their service!…read moreThey are professional, punctual, and have great communication. I highly recommend Camden, who has been amazing with my cats who are a bit difficult.

Our new rescue is rather fearful and reluctant to trust, but within 2 days, Linda was able to go…read moreinto an empty house, put on a leash and take our dog out for a dog who was smiling from ear to ear when she returned. She is punctual, reliable, patient, kind, firm and confident, and really helped reassured me that I can totally rely on her when I'm not around. Thank you!!!

Gertie, our female dog would love to give Linda & Carlsbad Canine Concierge 10 stars as her…read moreservices are above and beyond our expectations! Besides being very dependable, exceptionally capable, highly trustworthy and a true pleasure to deal with, Linda is essentially the "real deal" when it comes to dog walkers, and is the "only" person you should want to walk and protect your 4 legged treasure! Gertie instantly bonded and energetically connected with Linda the first time they met, which was unusual for her as she is somewhat suspect of "newcomers" and can be elusive and tempermental when she meets someone for the first time. In closing, the knowledge and the peace of mind that you have knowing that your dog is in exceptional hands with Linda & Carlsbad Canine Concierge is second to none!!!

Audrey is the absolute best dog sitter!!!! My dog, Lilly the…read moreHavanese gets so excited when we pull up to Audrey's neighborhood. Audrey takes care of all dogs like they are her own. My dog doesn't socialize a lot and Audrey has helped her feel comfortable and safe around other dogs. She loves your dog, sends daily photos and keeps you in the loop with everything. She brushed my dog's hair every single day and when I picked her up she looked even better then when I dropped her off. Thank you Audrey, I recommend Audrey to all my friends and trust her completely with my Dog. So lucky we were referred to you!!!

Audrey is absolutely wonderful! My dog has been dealing with anxiety at various settings. I decided…read moreto try a dog sitter to help her reduce her anxiety of staying at home even for 5 minutes! Now my dog is happy to go to Audrey!! When o pick her up she is very happy!

We boarded our Lab Obi with Cat over Christmas this year. He had a fantastic time, incorporated…read moreinto her "family" seamlessly. She was excellent at communication up front and while we were gone, sending pictures that showed how much fun he was having in her care, on walks and at nap-time. Nothing like boarding at a boring industrial kennel! He was loved, he was fed according to the schedule he was used to, and best of all he was comfortable around her dogs. She respected all of our ways (we don't allow our dog on the furniture) and even taught him a trick! We will definitely return and I would highly recommend her for anyone else with a mellow dog like our boy.

We cannot recommend Shadalane Golden Retrievers enough -- especially Shelley! She helped us bring…read morehome our amazing golden boy, Rigatoni, as a puppy, and he truly fits our lifestyle perfectly. From day one, Shelley has always been just a phone call away, making sure we have all the support and guidance we need. You can tell how much she genuinely cares about every dog and every family she works with. Not only do we trust Shadalane for our future puppies forever, but they are also the ONLY people we trust to groom Rigatoni. They are incredibly patient, take their time, and always do a perfect job with our golden boy. The care, professionalism, and love they show is unmatched. We are so grateful for Shelley and the entire Shadalane family!

We had a wonderful experience with Shadalane back in 2022. Our dog Ridley has brought us so much…read morejoy and has an incredible temperament that allows him to become fast friends with kids, adults, and dogs everywhere. Shelley was very communicative and made the process smooth, and we were very impressed with their facility and the care that they show each dog. We can't recommend them highly enough.