Providing a follow-up review after our off leash training with Randy at Diamond Dog Academy. We did…read morethe on-leash training with our dog Cheddar about a year ago and we couldn't believe the results. Cheddar would pull on the leash constantly and bolt any chance he could. A year later and we're almost done with off-leash training. Cheddar now comes back every single time without fail. This is a dog that would be halfway down the block if he slipped or broke his collar. We've also seen how much more confident and happy Cheddar is after his training. We can let him off knowing he will come back every time, and we're now even considering obedience competitions. We can't thank Randy enough for everything he's done for us.

Randall is a sincere businessman, displaying flexibility in his approach to training different…read moredogs. His expertise convinced me that my own dog would greatly benefit from obedience training.

Scott is amazing, and we can't recommend Chill Out Dog Training enough!…read more We adopted a 9 month old, 80 lb (now 110 lb) golden retriever from a local rescue in mid-2023. A complete contrast to our older collie/aussie mix, he was full of energy and naughtiness (a puppy), and a nightmare to control. Prior to being surrendered by his (previous) family, he went through two weeks of out of home boarding/training, costing upwards of $7,000. We thought this would have helped with obedience, but boy were we wrong. Fast forward two and a half years, sessions with a certified behaviorist, and failed attempts to use an e-collar, we were at a loss. He constantly displayed leash reactivity, would lunge at cars and dogs, and made it so we would rarely walk anywhere. He almost broke my finger during a break free lunge at a dog completely across a residential street! At home, dog forbid another animal appeared on the tv; he would jump and bark at everything. Then we found Chill Out... After the very first session with Scott, our big boy golden was a different dog. Scott set is up with the right tools to refocus our dogs behavior and break him of his leash reactivity. That very first walk was pleasant and uneventful. We almost felt foolish for claiming bad behavior. What we needed was the right trainer and methods to help our dog change behavior. Like I said at the beginning, I can't recommend Chill Out Training enough.

They train with electronic collars.that's not training, it's torture!…read moreI had to pay for this worthless trading, then hire a new REAL trainer. Move On! If you want a real trainer contact me. He's busy but worth waiting for?

I dropped my 1 year old dog off for the 16 day boot camp, and my dog came back a new and improved…read moredog! What I especially loved about this dog training boot camp was that Jose (owner of WOM dog training), and his team wanted me to be part of the training at certain points (when my schedule allowed). I also understand, as a dog owner, it takes a lot of trust in leaving your dog for a prolonged time with someone you don't know. I can attest that Jose and his entire team truly treated my dog like one of their own. My dog was so happy and was sad when he left. It felt more like summer camp than a boot camp as I could tell my dog had so much fun. Thank you Jose, Mercedes, Jose jr, Karen and the rest of the Word of Mouth team! I know it took a team effort in creating the transformation for my dog!

Jose and his team are great. My husband and I were struggling a bit with our 4 1/2 month old puppy,…read moreWally. His biting, barking for attention and his extreme excitement(jumping/barking) when meeting other dogs and people was becoming a problem. We were reluctant leaving our young puppy for 16 days of training but now feel it was the best thing for him and us. Jose and his team were able to correct these unwanted behaviors as well as strengthen his response to all the basic commands. Their work gave our puppy a great foundation for us to build on so that we have a dog that is well behaved and loved by all who meet him. Doing the training at an early age kept our puppy from cementing in unwanted behaviors. We can see a big change in Wally after the first few days home. Even people we meet on our walks say Wally is such a well behaved dog and are amazed he is only 5 months old.

We love Scott! He is…read moresuper nice and easygoing. As first-time puppy owners, he helped us with all of the basics and even had a Zoom prep call with us before we picked up our puppy! Scott has tons of brilliant advice for owning, housing, training and feeding dogs. He is truly a Jedi master of all things dog. Keep in mind that you need to be proactive to engage Scott for ongoing training--regular "check-ins" are not part of his routine, which he explained to us before we hired him. We can't recommend Scott enough. Watching him work with our pup is truly amazing and the results have been worth it.

We have two dogs: a 6.5 year old, 80 pound Black Lab mix, and an almost-1 year old Corgi mix. The…read morelab mix has always been pretty good inside, but we got her right before COVID started, and whenever the door opens she freaks out and barks at and jumps all over whoever is coming in. Outside, she cannot be trusted off a leash, because she will just literally run away and come back when she feels like it. The Corgi mix is a sweet guy but we got our first notice from our HOA that we have a nuisance dog. He has been incessantly barking at the hallway when we're out of the house. Walking them together is a nightmare because they both zip off in different directions and you become an acrobat trying to manage the leashes. We attended initial 8-week training sessions at PetSmart with both of them, and they can sit and lay down, but anything more than that is wishful thinking, and a sit/stay does not really translate into actual obedience. Scott helped us fix almost all of that in about 90 minutes. Scott's approach is to talk to dogs like you're a dog. To get their attention, you basically growl at them, and imitate(!) snapping at them if necessary (I want to emphasize that there is no physical punishment for the dogs), and you assert leadership, and then when they are doing the right thing, you talk to them sweetly. My wife and I love this because it's so simple and consistent. We don't have to remember when to use "stay" vs "wait." Which hand signal do we use for this command vs that command? It's "bah!" and "gooood!" The first session was all indoor behavior, and since then we've had two sets of friends over and gotten the lab calmed in about 2 min vs 10 before. The corgi is much less growly/barky about hallway noises. Since we did leash training in the second session, both dogs follow respectfully on walks. Like, it was a near instant improvement. It's not perfect, but with the lab it's gonna take some time because she's had 6 years of thinking she's the boss! But the technique is so simple that it's easy to apply to new situations. The lab likes to jump up to steal food from the counter at my dad's house. A few "bah!"s with follow-up "gooood"s and that stopped cold after 5 years of it being a habit, and we didn't need to leash her the entire time we were there! It's expensive, but the speed at which we've seen improvement has made it very worth it, and knowing we can call Scott for any stuff that comes up in the future makes the price easier to handle. For example, we're hoping just the general increased respect/deference from the lab mix will allow us to eventually let her off leash, but if it doesn't, we know we can call to address that directly.

We brought my son's Husky puppy, Koda, to Quinn for her board-and-train program, and we couldn't be…read morehappier with the results! Quinn worked on potty training, staying on command, crate training, leash walking, and socialization with both dogs and cats. The progress Koda made in such a short time was incredible. Throughout the training, Quinn kept us updated with texts, emails, and videos showing Koda's progress, along with clear, easy-to-follow instructions to help us continue reinforcing the training at home. What truly sets Quinn apart is her passion and genuine love for dogs. She treats every dog as if they were her own, and it shows in the care, patience, and dedication she puts into her work. We highly recommend Quinn to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and effective dog trainer!

We love Pavlov Dog Training and Quinn!! Quinn truly understands the importance of structured,…read morethoughtful training, especially for a young Golden Retriever like Ruby, and what stands out most is how much she listens to my goals and shapes the training around what matters most to us. She treats Ruby like her own while also making sure I feel confident and fully equipped with the tools and understanding I need to continue her success at home. The board and train sessions are exactly what we need and are always grounded in real-life situations, so the training translates seamlessly into everyday life. I trust Ruby and her training completely and genuinely love the relationship and foundation Quinn has helped build for both of us--we are so grateful for everything she has done for Ruby and me in helping shape a happy, well-trained Golden. Thank you Quinn!! You are the best!

Our vet recommended Juliet and The Loyal Hound when our younger female Australian Shepherd began…read moreshowing some concerning behaviors, including deep growling at the vet, fence running, and resource guarding. We wanted to address the behavior early rather than let it become more established, so within about six weeks of it starting, we enrolled her in a board-and-train program. We ultimately decided to put both of our Aussies through separate programs: both females, one five years old and the other about a year and a half. The difference has been night and day. Both dogs now have reliable recall, walk calmly on leash, and for the first time, we feel genuinely confident having them off leash. They no longer react to wildlife or other dogs on hikes, the fence running and excessive barking have stopped, and they can calmly sit with us at outdoor cafes and other dog-friendly public spaces. The "place" command has been especially valuable. They can settle calmly for extended periods, which has been a true game changer both at home and when we're out with them. Most importantly, both dogs seem more confident because they understand what is expected of them. My husband and I are also much more consistent and aligned in how we communicate with them and provide the structure they need to be successful. We've enjoyed continuing to work with them every day and building on the foundation Juliet provided. The overall atmosphere in our home is noticeably calmer, more harmonious, and far less frustrating for both us and the dogs. Juliet has also continued to follow up and check in to make sure the dogs are doing well, which is something you don't always see once a training program is finished. It's a tangible sign that she genuinely cares about the dogs' long-term success, and it has reinforced for us that this was absolutely the right investment for our family.

I have 3 rescue dogs. I absolutely love them to death. They are the sweetest, most loving animals…read morehere at home. Two of them are my problem children: a Rottweiler mix foster fail who is reactive to bikes and other dogs and occasionally nervous around people like visiting contractors or UPS men, and the other is a 100+ lb Brazilian mastiff rescue from Aruba who is not fond of other dogs. The two of them began showing increasingly worse dog aggression toward other dogs on the trail and while camping, and had attacked several dogs by the time I found Loyal Hound/Juliet. I was at my wit's end, because I had already spent thousands of dollars and tried everything including other trainers at that point with little to no progress. I felt stuck with 2 big problems for the next 6-8 years. I hike at least 3 miles every single day off leash on the trails by my house, and I love to camp with my dogs in the summer, but they became such a liability that walks became stressful and camping became impossible. I finally found Juliet with Loyal Hound, and for our very first session we met at a crowded park and were going to be doing off leash training right away. I was so nervous -- all the triggers were present: other people with dogs on leashes, dogs off leashes, people on bikes, squirrels -- so I was absolutely AMAZED when we were walking my Rottweiler off leash through a gaggle of geese, past people on bikes, and past other dogs within a few minutes with no problems. It was nothing short of a miracle. Within a few sessions, I had both of my dog aggressive dogs walking on and off leash next to me, passing other dogs (sometimes dogs that were even barking at them) on trails safely with no reactivity. I cannot explain in words how much of a difference this has made in my life -- I feel like I got my life back. If you have a dog aggressive dog, this is the place to go. It's WELL worth the investment, and you will be amazed at the difference you will see in your dog. Thank you Loyal Hound & Juliet!!

Our three dogs received snake avoidance training. She was friendly and patient with each dog (and…read moreowner). We plan to return next spring to reinforce the training. Book a session to protect your pup -- Colorado has lots of snakes!

Blue and I are more than pleased with our experience with Front Range K9 Academy! Structured…read morelessons, positive feedback back and superior support helped us to pass our core obedience training course . Jen and Roger go above and beyond!

Our experience with Bruce at Dog Behaviors Denver has been absolutely phenomenal. We have a…read moreShepherd/Cattle Dog mix (high energy, high intelligence), and before meeting Bruce, we had tried multiple trainers, most of whom were only okay. Initially, we knew some basic commands, but the biggest struggle we could not overcome was our dog's obedience or reactivity concerns. Before Bruce, our dog did not do well with other dogs and people on walks, and guests couldn't come to our home due to fear of being accidentally hurt by him. Our lowest point was when our boy bit a lady at a local Farmer's Market, where we were attempting to do some training with him, and he became startled. We utilized as much of the training we had worked on with other trainers, but it wasn't enough. That's when we called Bruce. Here's our experience: at the initial meeting, we were very impressed with Bruce's resume and we could tell by his skill-set that he would be able to turn our boy around. Bruce had over 15 years experience working with dogs who were relinquished due to aggression or behaviors at a local humane society, turning them into confident, obedient and adoptable dogs. Not to mention, he also trained in Germany for 3+ years overseas with a military-style training for police dogs. Bruce uses a combination of high-drive reinforcement and timely corrections One thing to keep in mind though, you get out what you put in. If you aren't willing to do the work, Bruce might not be the right guy for you. We were pretty motivated and found a lot of success with Bruce. Within the first few sessions, we saw noticeable changes in our dog's behavior; he was gaining confidence through the consistency and training Bruce taught us about. Bruce's ability to fine-tune all the mixed signals we were giving AND giving us detailed explanations of why they were important to correct, completely changed everything for us. He even explains the science behind some of the techniques, which we appreciated. Our closest family and friends knew all the struggles we had experienced with our boy before Bruce. They have been so impressed with how much progress our dog has made. We would absolutely recommend Bruce to anyone needing dog training. You will be able to tell the passion and love for what he does the first time you meet him!

We worked with Bruce to help us with our greyhound and whippet, they both were reactive to other…read moredogs, making it difficult to walk them without being on constant alert. Bruce's guidance and tools gave us the confidence to support our pups and develop their improved behavior. He also helped us understand the underlying rationale on the tools we learned. Both of our guys have been so much better, well behaved and more at ease. We were even able to take our Grey to a fun dog run and he was one of the most well mannered dogs! We honestly can't believe the dramatic change in our dogs. Thank you Bruce!

Amazing training and very effective if you leave your dog with them for the whole week! Highly…read morerecommend.

I can't thank this team enough for the positive and effective training my one-year-old Border…read moreCollie received. I saw an incredible transformation after her 5-day session! The ongoing follow-up and the educational resources provided to me have been fantastic, ensuring she continues her success in obedience. Highly recommend- five stars!

This is the neighborly, joyous pup-daycare that is perfect for the owner that prefers the dog park…read moreto the boarding school. It is super casual. The dogs play all day with no mandatory nap time. The day care owners, and their staff, really care about the pups. PLUS - they post cute puppy pictures on Instagram and they have a birthday board.

My dog pulls me when I'm not dropping him off here fast enough. The staff all recognize him, even…read morethough he goes maybe once a week with a couple weeks off here and there. I don't know what makes a good doggy daycare other than delighted dogs who come home exhausted and that's what we have. Never seen a dog NOT thrilled to be there!! They don't have the fancy stuff like a camera to watch your pup or a scheduled nap time for all the dogs but we are pretty old school - we have 3 human children and send Snoop here to tire him out on days we don't have the capability to do so on our own. We don't have the time (or desire) to micromanage the dog people playing with our pup like that. If you are looking for something more hands-on this isn't your spot but if you are wanting a place to run your dog ragged and make him happy, this will do the trick.