After trying just about everything for our rescue dog, Cubli Wu, we finally found Aaron Stewart at…read moreThe Educated Dog. Cubli is an extremely fearful, reactive, resource-guarding Pekingese with a bite history. We had already worked with a behavioral veterinarian, tried medication, and worked with two highly qualified reward-based, fear-free trainers. Despite our best efforts, we simply weren't making progress. Aaron's approach is completely different, but that does NOT mean it's cruel. I would never allow that. Everything he did was calm, confident, and purposeful. He never yelled or tried to frighten Cubli. During our four-hour session, Cubli attacked him several times and even broke the skin on his arm. Aaron handled every situation calmly and safely, and by the end of the session Cubli was voluntarily walking up to him for attention. That alone spoke volumes to me. Even more amazing were the changes we saw in just one session. I was able to pet Cubli's head, something that had become incredibly difficult. Cubli also remained completely calm while someone used our guest bathroom, which previously would have triggered frantic barking and attempts to chase and bite. What impressed me most wasn't just the changes in Cubli, but how much Aaron taught James and me. We realized that many things we thought were perfectly normal were actually contributing to Cubli's emotional state. Aaron helped us understand how to communicate with our dog in a way that helps him feel safe instead of feeling responsible for controlling every situation. We know one session doesn't magically solve years of behavioral issues, and the real work now belongs to us. But for the first time since adopting Cubli, we genuinely feel hopeful. Aaron understood our dog in a way no one else had. Somewhat to my embarrassment, I actually started to cry as Aaron was leaving. That is very unlike me. It wasn't because I thought Cubli was "fixed." It was because, for the first time in a very long time, I truly felt he had a chance. If you have a fearful, reactive, aggressive, or resource-guarding dog and feel like you've run out of options, I can't recommend Aaron highly enough. He was worth every penny.

Aaron is AMAZING!!! Very personable and TRULY cares about not only the owners but the dogs as well…read more He was very prompt and attentive to our needs. Very quick to recognize and address problems that we were having and offered a quick proactive approach to correct. We couldn't be happier with the service provided. What we learned today is it's not only the pet that needs help it's US the handlers that can be ill prepared. Thank you Aaron and Educated Dog for your services! Job well done!

We love Prosper Dog Retreat! We have used the doggie daycare, boarding and mostly grooming. We love…read morethat the small dogs are kept separate from large dogs during boarding and daycare. We love seeing the same faces, so the staff gets to know the dogs. Our pup is happy to go every time. And the grooming is amazing! The details and extra care given is so appreciated.

We have a foster puppy that is about to go to its new forever home and needs some socialization. We…read moretook him to Prosper Dog retreat and it was an incredible experience! Not only were the staff so kind and amazing but they also checked in with me to let me know how things were going! I was skeptical because I have heard so many different reviews on places like this but there is absolutely nothing but amazing things happening there! We will be back! What a blessing this place is to Prosper! Oh and on top of that our sweet pup was played out and rested so well the rest of the day!

This was our first time boarding our 2 dogs here. The grounds were beautiful and clean, and the…read morestaff were exceptionally kind and personable. Our dogs were happy when we picked them up and we would definitely bring them back here in the future. Thank you for taking such great care of Storm and Zeus!

Dogs came home safe and sound. That's all we can ask for. Our dogs were stressed with all the…read morebarking, but they survived and we appreciate the thorough care they received for a few days. Would have been helpful to have box fans for dogs. Helps calm them.

Happy Gentle Dog did miracles with my puppy. He was a stray and had alot of anxiety that could…read morequickly turn to aggressive behavior. After a few weeks of training with Madi and giving us a training regimen from home, Dax is now truly relaxed, happy and no longer anxious. They showed me how to communicate with my puppy so we decide to do things together instead of micromanaging and increasing the anxiety! Simply said WO

We have trusted Dale with many dogs in our family and have always been pleased with the results. He…read moreis communicative and flexible, adapting to each dog's specific needs. He has successfully addressed aggressive behavior in multiple of our dogs, returning them happy and confident. Thank you!

Our rat terrier rescue was pretty much feral before coming home with us. She struggled in every…read morearea, including potty training. We ended up hiring JP for boarding and training and I am SO glad we did. They worked to give her the foundation for training that I couldn't because of kids and busy schedules. She came home ready and eager to be a good girl. The follow up sessions were incredibly helpful and since the "homework" is practical and he explained both the how and the why, it's been simple to implement it in our everyday life. Thank you JP for taking such good care of our Millie and for giving all of us the opportunity to help her be the wonderful dog that she is.

We had a horrific experience with JP Dog Training. Our dog came back so sick from the boarding. We…read morespent an additional $1300 at the vet upon his return after $4200 training. It took 4 weeks & 3 vet visits & month of sleepless nights to get him well again. The dog was not trained. After advising JP of what happened & sharing the vet bills he stormed into our vet & scared the office staff. Even though we had already shared the receipts. We opted out of the follow up home training given how sick or dog got & how upset we were of the condition he came back in. The only way JP would give any sort of refund even though the follow up home training was NOT complete was if we signed an NDA. I asked JP to please give us our money back for the training we didn't complete at home. No response. I asked him several times to please pay us the $600 because it was the right thing to do. Ghosted! Very disappointed. Do not recommend. I would ever never let my dog ever be boarded by this group. Huge mistake trusting this group! They promised to take good care of our beloved dog & he was clearly neglected. Do not recommend. If I could rate it a zero I would.

From Fearful Rescue to Confident Companion - Exceptional Experience in Frisco!…read more I cannot thank Joseph and the team at Dog Training Elite Frisco enough for the transformation in my 1-year-old GSD/Lab mix, Lily. I rescued Lily at 4 weeks old, and despite my best efforts, she struggled with severe anxiety, leash pulling, and reactivity toward people and other dogs. At 50 lbs, she was becoming impossible to walk, and I was truly worried she'd never be able to enjoy the world around her. After an insightful evaluation with Tra, we decided on the 2-week Board and Train. As a nervous dog mom, I was worried she would shut down, but Joseph was a godsend. To ease my anxiety, he provided daily pics and updates on her progress, which meant the world to me. Joseph didn't just "train" her; he matched her energy, recognized her sweetness, and built her confidence from the ground up through discipline and engagement. He used creative training environments--like walks in the woods and outdoor sessions--to meet her exactly where she was. It's clear Joseph views dog training as an art and is his passion; he invested so much heart into her, and the bond they formed was great to see. The "hand-off" was seamless. Joseph spent significant time showing me how to transfer those skills at home. Austin then provided the "missing link" with in-home reinforcement sessions. He was fantastic at coaching me to ensure I was executing commands the "right way" so Lily and I could have long-term success. Between the board and train and the group classes, Lily has become a thriving, loyal family companion. I have zero hesitation recommending Joseph for any Board and Train needs and Austin for expert in-home coaching. They didn't just train my dog; they empowered me to be a better owner and Lily a thriving, loyal family best friend!

I'm extremely disappointed with Dog Training Elite. Two weeks ago, they came to my home for an…read morein-home assessment with the understanding that a veterans organization would be covering the cost of service dog training. Since then, there has been zero follow-up--neither to me nor to the organization ready to fund the training. I even reached out personally to their lead trainer, Tray, and got no response. The lack of communication and professionalism--especially on a veterans-related initiative--is unacceptable. I expected more from a company that claims to support veterans. I would not recommend them based on my experience.

Jami is awesome! I hired her to watch my cats after having a bad experience with another pet…read moresitting company. She completely understood my concerns and went out of her way to ensure I was comfortable. I have older fellas that need a little extra care. One needs medicine twice a day and she understood the need and was able to accommodate. The boys must love her as she was able to get pictures of them almost every day and they weren't under the bed! It was great getting the photos and text messages from her letting me know they were ok and being cared for. Jami is also super personable and easy to talk to, she is more than a pet person, but also a people person. I will definitely be using her the next time I travel.

Kayla worked wonders with my dog Otis. He had eaten an ottoman and my husband was ready to give him…read moreaway. Best paws was our last chance to keep him. He listens and follows commands very well. He is doing great now and my husband even likes him!

Came to Texas to visit my sister and her family. Wanting to go out and explore and just have a fun…read morefamily day without leaving my baby girl Penny (chihuahua) behind I contacted Mr.Pit. I don't normally trust ANYONE to take care of my baby girl but my sister and brother in law highly recommended Mr.Pit and after some quick online research I decided to go with them. I was able to enjoy the day without having to worry about Penny being left alone or needing to go for a walk while enjoying time with our family. Thank you for taking such AMAZING care of our baby girl Penny. She doesn't trust people normally and the fact that she was belly up for you spoke volumes to this doggy mom! 5 STARS all around! Every city needs a Mr.Pit!! If you ever move to Florida let us know!

It's amazing what Mr Pit can do with these dogs! One afternoon and the dog he was working with was…read morefollowing his commands!! An amazing asset to the dog lovers community. Please drop by and see what he's doing for mans best friend!