Our goofy, 3-year-old supermutt loves Bark Tutor so much. It's a bit different than other training…read moreand daycare spots, with a targeted focus on puppies and younger dogs and a much smaller space. Most of the dogs here are learning how to be dogs! But if you've got new young puppers in your family, this is the place to take them. The trainers and staff are extremely helpful and knowledgeable and genuinely love all of the doggos so much. They get a very good read on their personalities in the small group setting, and mix and group dogs accordingly in different spaces while also allowing time for breaks and hydration. The space is always super clean and inviting, with big windows in the front to see the main play area. Our dog Oliver is a very assertive player, and they always make sure he gets to play his way -- even if it's with the staff! If I'm honest, our guy has probably aged out of Bark Tutor, but we keep bringing him back because it's his favorite place in the world. He's been to daycare at many other places in and out of town, but nothing gets his bottom wiggling like a day at Bark Tutor.

We had the best experience with Bark Tutor 3 week Day Training program, especially working with…read moreMadison as our trainer!! Kayla was also fantastic during our time there. Ruby is our rambunctious 3-month-old golden retriever and they helped her become much more self-regulating, polite, and confident--it feels like we have a much happier and secure puppy now. Madison worked with her on all the essentials--basic commands, leash manners, and appropriate behavior in new environments--but what really stood out was how thoughtfully they approached real-life situations. They helped her learn how to walk calmly, settle herself, and even confidently handle outings into stores and unfamiliar settings. They clearly understand how to help support a well-adjusted, secure dog. We feel so much more confident as owners, too. Couldn't recommend Bark Tutor Training more highly!

The first time we met Andrew, he came to our house to meet our newest editions: two 7 m/o, rescued,…read morepitbull littermates - Frankie and Ellie - who had developed some issues while running the streets but had not lost a bit of their boundless puppy energy. Andrew spent an hour or two at the house, observing the dogs and talking to us about what we were hoping to accomplish relative to what he was seeing. Before leaving, he gave us a couple of simple things to work on prior to the start of our consecutive board-and-train sessions two weeks later. Frankie and Ellie are now back with us and while they still have enormous amounts of energy, their ability to respond to commands, walk with a loose leash (zero pulling) and maintain their "place" is incredible! Selective use of the e-collars has even allowed us to redirect their attention in the midst of their loudest, most raucous roughhousing episodes. We can't recommend Andrew enough. He has a way that brings about significant behavioral changes in the dogs while building the confidence of owners: it's amazing to witness the transformations. We are so grateful that we found Andrew and would recommend him in a heartbeat to anyone looking to reconnect and improve their relationship with their dog(s)!

Found Andrew after doing a lot of research of every place in and around Indy. He requires that the…read moredog be kennel trained. I couldn't have asked for a better trainer. All dog owners should have their dog professionally trained and budget accordingly. It is the best investment you can make for you and your dog's well-being.

Vernon is a 1 in a billion. Unreal. We had used other trainers and got no where. In one afternoon -…read morewe legit have a new dog. He's calmer, more relaxed, and no longer anxious. Just a few tricks. Boss took to Vernon like he had owned him in another life. Vernon suffers from long Covid so scheduling took a few times but I'd have waited a year. HE IS THE BEST, PERIOD.

He helped us with our two dogs in ways no one else did. Introduced treadmill training, helped with…read moreaggressiveness at the door, etc. Welll worth the price.

Trained my Rot great job! Now he is the dog I can take anywhere! She did the 21 day in house…read moretraining course.

From the owner: At Big N’ Small Paws 317, we provide professional dog training in Indianapolis designed for dogs of…read moreevery breed, size, and temperament. From puppy training and obedience basics to advanced commands and behavior modification, our trainers customize each program to fit your dog’s unique needs. Our goal is to help your pup build confidence, improve focus, and strengthen the bond between you and your dog. Whether you’re dealing with leash pulling, reactivity, or just want a well-mannered companion, we’ll guide you every step of the way. Serving Indianapolis and surrounding areas Specialized programs: Puppy Training • Obedience • Behavior Modification • Advanced Commands Trusted by local families for reliable, results-driven dog training Call today to schedule your dog’s first session and see why we’re one of Indianapolis’s top-rated dog trainers!

Our 7-year-old German Shepherd has been attending Uptown Pup since she was 4 months old. We took…read moreher to several of Uptown's training sessions when she was younger, and she stays there for boarding when we go out of town, in addition to consistent weekly day care. She has regular bath/grooming sessions there as well. As such, we have had the opportunity to get to know most of the Uptown Team throughout the years, from the day care staff to management to trainers, and they have been nothing but caring, supportive, knowledgable and accommodating. She is always clearly happy and excited to see them, no matter which staff member it is, when we drop her off. When our dog was younger we tried out a few other day care businesses to see what was out there, and Uptown Pup was the only place where we felt our dog was cared for and received an individual focus; each Uptown staffer truly cares about the dogs' well-being and wants each one to flourish. Our dog has anxiety issues, particularly with loud noises such as thunderstorms and fireworks, and Uptown has consistently gone above and beyond to help her with this, including taking her aside from her group to relax and hang out during day care. During her boarding stays the staff has also paid extra attention to make sure she was comfortable. She also has a food allergy and a sensitive stomach, and the staff always remains cognizant of this and makes sure she avoids certain types of treats/foods when she's there. These are just a few examples of the care that Uptown takes for clients. For anyone deciding whether to entrust Uptown Pup with their day care, boarding, training or grooming needs, this probably sums it up best: we wouldn't just recommend Uptown Pup - we wouldn't take our dog anywhere else BUT Uptown Pup.

I'm sad to have to leave a not so great review for Uptown Pup. I had high hopes for this doggy…read moredaycare due to the great reviews. But something just wasn't clicking for me. I took my pup in for his first day. Upon entering and saying it was his first day they didn't really ask any questions just had me fill out a form (that I had already filled out online) and asked what time I would pick him up. The other daycare we've tried did an evaluation day and gave some more strict guidelines (drop off at 9 to ensure full staff is there, only took one new puppy a day to encourage socialization, started as 4hrs but would extend to full day depending on how they got along...) I had previously spoken to someone very kind and personable on the phone. This person was obviously not working the front desk when I came in. I dropped him off around 8am and around 11:15am got a call that he wasn't "interested in group play and kept showing stress signs". I found this extremely odd because my puppy is always a big fan of playing. With dogs of ALL sizes. He has gone to another doggy daycare and at the end of a full day he comes out so excited and then sleeps for hours because of how much he plays. I take him to a small group puppy training and he plays with all the other puppies the whole time. When I picked him up they spoke about how he just wanted to play with the trainer and cried when he left the area. I'm not dog training expert but I know that there are ways to help prevent this and manage it rather than just dismissing a 6 month old puppy that is still learning.I then believe instead of leaving him in with the other puppies to continue working on the socialization they just put him in a crate until I was able to pick him up. The vibe within the front desk area when I picked him up just didn't sit right with me. I look forward to taking him back to a daycare that I know he enjoys. Pro's: - Very clean, updated and modern establishment from what I am able to see in the front area. - Great location for those living in Broad Ripple - Good social media presence Con's: - Not willing to work with young puppies still learning - prices are a bit high - Not great on sharing information on their facility with new customers

We adopted a deaf pit mix puppy into a home with a 6 year old pit mix we adopted 4 years ago with…read moresevere anxiety issues. The puppy was aggressive toward the adult which was very concerning to us. As a last resort I decided that board and train was my only chance to save this puppy, and it did! In the 2 weeks since he has been home I can spot the precursor behavior to aggression and intervene, thank to Jon's ability to teach me how to better communicate with the puppy. Board and train is a big step emotionally and financially. While we have had experience with special needs dogs, I was over my head here. My first responsibility is to the existing dog, and the idea of surrendering a deaf puppy was so disheartening to me that I would have tried anything to avoid it. The bottom line here is this, Jon at Indy K9 saved this dog's life, there is just no other way to say it.

We took our German Shepherd pup, River, to Jon at 12 weeks old for 2 weeks of basic foundation…read moretraining, because he was unruly and wild (as puppies are!) we just got River back a week ago and it has been NIGHT AND DAY difference. He sits and stays, doesn't jump, and is a dream in comparison to when we dropped him off. We even went to lunch the other day and sat outside with River and he was perfect the whole time- Something we never thought we would be able to do this early on! We highly recommend Jon at Indy K9 . He is so passionate abis incredibly talented with the dogs and he's also just one of the nicest and most genuine people we've met here in Indy.

I have two pups six and three years and since they're a big breed dogs, I'm always looking for…read moreoptions where they can get some low impact exercises. I searched a lot, and then I found Alpha K9 for swimming. I wanted a place which can train and let my pups play for a bit. The process of registering my puppies was easy. I had to send a couple of documents online. Hannah was very quick each time giving me a call back and she explained everything to me. My first and second session were great Hannah helped and although me my pup was fussy she she got it. I think the place is huge. There's a lot for every pup. Boarding, training theres quite some activities. The only thing that could be a concern for me in the long run is $75 for 30 minutes, which is a lot for my budget. Otherwise I think that's a great place with kind people who love animals.

I took my dog here for a ln individual swim/dock lesson and it was great. I reached out to the…read morestaff via phone to get more information about what they offered and they were so helpful and friendly from the first phone conversation to the day of her session. I'm hoping to return soon for a group class. The space looked like it could probably use a little work but I'm sure it's hard to keep an indoor dog swimming area looking fresh.

Allie is wonderful! I can't recommend her enough. She is a lifelong dog lover and has the…read morebackground and education to best serve our pets. Allie helped us with our rescue pup ( he was already a year old) and taught us how to work with him and build his confidence as he learned basic commands. We have had Alden about 1 year 8 months and couldnt picture life without him. He is a much loved member of our family. Thank you Allie!

From the owner: This company was created to help dogs and humans lead their best lives together as companions. By…read moreeducating ourselves as owners we can accomplish this goal. We strive to provide comprehensive training so that both of you can feel capable of tackling any obstacle whether that is human reactivity or housebreaking. You and your dog can count on us to clear the line of communication.

Started volunteering here as a foster/Mutt Mentor in April. Love their mission and all the folks…read moreI've worked with so far have been great.

I can't say enough about Medical Mutts and Jennifer! They are truly life-changers! Their…read morewell-trained dogs have helped so many, but I can say our Medical Mutt, Wyatt, is a life-savor. Our daughter has very dangerous seizures caused from Type 1 diabetes. Before he came into our lives, we lived with the constant worry and fall-out from them. Now, Wyatt is a part of her everyday life and routine. Jennifer and all of the great folks at Medical Mutts make this possible. I would recommend them with no hesitation.