6/4/22- Here's my review of Artisan Dog Training (Adam)…read more Adam spent 2-months on my Dutch Shepherd correcting problem areas & teaching good obedience.  Initially I wanted to focus on this and that for Cassie, but I was going about it the wrong way. Initially during a few 1-hr sessions, I saw Adam's mastery in action almost instantly.  I realized that  weekly 1-hr classes weren't cutting it, and that month-long bootcamps were MUCH better for my hyper Dutch Shepherd. She was hyper, wouldn't listen, had obedience issues, beginning to be destructive, and VERY unsocialized (frightened of people!).  Not good for a Dutch Shepherd puppy of 3-months!! During the 2-month bootcamp, Adam first established a framework to FOCUS my dog's attention by establishing trust & communication which doesn't happen overnight.  This takes time, but KEY to garner my dog's obedience. Once done, Adam was able to unlock my dog's potential & focus on obedience training for her to be a good citizen. These are the things Adam worked on with Cassie: - Corrected bad behavior (jumping, biting/nipping) - Basic Commands (come, heel, down, wait...etc) - On/off leash activities (verbal/non-verbal commands) - MAJOR work on socialization (people, dogs) My lack of understanding how to socialize my puppy had drastic effects on her.  She would cower behind me or pull away strongly when meeting strangers.  Fixing this took more than just going to PetSmart for socialization.  She needed to focus first, understand that strangers were normal.  Again, Adam worked pretty hard on this. Result: My hyper Dutch Shepherd was much more manageable, no longer jumped on me or would bite thinking it was play.  She also learned how to potty on command & her socialization improved GREATLY compared to before!  Now I have to do "my part" to reinforce this training & make this permanent.

I enrolled Henry in sleep away training with follow up classes and was very happy with the manners…read morehe learned under Adam's direction. Henry is happy to see Adam on our return visits. Adam is reliable for our appointments and patient with me and Henry. He goes above and beyond helping to find solutions and checks how we are doing on our home training. I recommend Artisan.

Lisa is an absolute genius! We did the board and train with her and our puppy came home much more…read morewell behaved. I highly recommend her services!

Our experience with Consummate Canine is unrivaled. Our dog was trained at Lisa's home with her…read morefamily present. The training results are incredible. Our Golden Retriever is now hearing commands and following them without hesitation. A major improvement. We were concerned about sending our dog out for 10 days but can assure you he lived with Lisa's family, got love and affection and is clearly loved by our dog. Lisa is the best, works with you and your dog and delivers results. Her follow up visit is fabulous and helped us to understand the training and process to keep the training working. You won't go wrong with Lisa

Went for a new dog harness. Huge selection! Variety of…read moreprice points. Purchased. Alas...wrong size..too big so return to Pet Smart to exchange... Hassle free exchange. Sales associate very helpful in selecting a better fitting harness. Even up exchange was a breeze. Past experience at this Pet Smart GROOMING in store has always been pleasant. On line appointments. Groomed correctly on my Shih Tzu. Always ready on time for pickup. Highly recommended.

I was interested in possibly adopting a kitten for my granddaughter but wanted to see how she…read moreinteracted with one of the kittens . I was told by someone up front that we had to do some paperwork in order to handle the kitten, but we weren't under any commitments . When we returned to the enclosure to do that another girl said we could only do it if we were committed to the adoption . It's ridiculous that we could not even see or interact with the kitten unless we adopted it . How are you supposed to know if they are the right fit . Totally ridiculous

I rescued a puppy that had been badly mistreated and was unsocialized. She had never had a collar…read moreon or walked on a leash. She was intensely afraid of people even looking at her. The first trainer I hired unknowingly made the situation worse and I despaired of ever being able to help this girl. I found Lexington Dog Trainer, finally, and was ecstatic when she called me back and told me she has 40 years of experience working with dogs with behavioral issues. I felt hope for the first time for this pup. 5 weeks later my lil girl is finally able to see Lin's training dogs model not only how to follow her instruction, but also how to properly interact with other dogs. In time she will also learn better social behavior with people, as she watch how Carlie stood still and let people pat her. For my pup, this behavioral training is literally saving her life. When a dog is abused they carry a paralyzing fear inside their mind that if left alone lon enough it will destroy every chance for that dog to stay in a loving home. My pup started growing more fearful and aggressive that it was coming down to an inevitable euthanasia. I am beyond thankful to Lin and feel that she is an angel sent by God to help this poor girl to have a second chance at life!

Lin is extremely knowledgeable dog trainer. She is very insightful when it comes to dog behavior…read more I have recommended her to many people, all of whom were pleased with her results.​

As someone who participates regularly in dog training and canine performance activities, I've had…read morean excellent experience with Manners Matter and highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional dog training in the Lexington area. My beagle, Thea, has completed two classes so far: the Manners Matter foundational training class and Intro to Scent Work. She is about to begin Advanced Scent Work, and she has also participated in the Canine Performance Club where we work on training homework, build conditioning and fitness, and introduce her to different performance sports. What stands out most about Manners Matter is their training philosophy. The environment is supportive and fear free, the classes are intentionally small, and the trainers are knowledgeable professionals who truly put the dogs' wellbeing first. They also take the time to explain the "why" behind the training, which has helped me become a better handler and better understand how my dog learns. One thing I especially appreciate is that Manners Matter focuses on building a strong foundation in dog training rather than rushing ahead and setting dogs and their owners up for frustration or failure. That thoughtful approach makes a huge difference and you can clearly see it in the confidence and progress the dogs develop over time. I have a beagle, and scent hounds can be independent thinkers that easily get themselves into trouble without the right structure and training. When I tell people I have a beagle, the common reaction is often "I could never have a beagle because they're loud, stubborn, and don't listen." I love when people meet Thea and see what consistent training can accomplish. My response is always that you get out of the situation what you put into it. Thea has had an incredibly positive experience in both obedience training and scent work classes, and I've watched her grow into a confident, well balanced dog. She is only a year and a half old and the progress she has made has been amazing. Good dog trainers you can trust with the care of your dog are not easy to find. I drive 45 minutes to attend classes at Manners Matter and it is absolutely worth it for the peace of mind and quality of training we receive. My goal is to be able to take Thea anywhere and know she has the temperament and skills to handle those environments, and this training has played a huge role in making that possible.

Manners Matter has been one of the best investments I've made for my dog, Norah. I feel completely…read moreconfident knowing that she is well cared for, her safety is a top priority, she's loved on, gets plenty of playtime, and is continually learning new skills and appropriate behaviors while she's at school. Norah absolutely loves going to school! She knows exactly where we're going as soon as I turn onto Industry Parkway and starts whining with excitement. Every morning she runs to the door, letting me know she's ready for school. She even knows the word "school" and gets excited when she hears it. Then, without fail, she's fast asleep within minutes of getting in the car to come home after a fun-filled day. One of my favorite things is seeing her whole body, especially that wagging little butt, light up when she sees any of the amazing staff members. That tells me everything I need to know. She is genuinely happy to be there, and that gives me incredible peace of mind. We've taken multiple training classes, Norah has participated in Day Training, and she regularly attends Mutt-essori. Every experience has helped both of us learn and grow. The staff are knowledgeable, patient, and truly invested in helping dogs and their people succeed. I look forward to many more years of Norah attending school at Manners Matter, continuing to learn, make friends, and eventually earn her "Dogtorate!" I can't recommend Manners Matter enough to anyone looking for exceptional training, enrichment, and loving care for their furry family member.

Rome and I love LexPets. They are so accommodating and Rome loves all the fun play she gets. When…read moreshe gets home, she's a dead dog from all the fun she has had.

Three years in and we're still using LexPets for all our daycare and weekend needs…read more We have NEVER had an issue and we've moved our days around from time to time. Did we have to wait? Of course we did. When a spot opened up we were moved. They're not there just to take your money and leave your pets unattended. They truly care about the animals. It's refreshing to see and as a pet owner it makes me very happy to know that my two goof balls are loved and cared for when they're at LexPets.

We hired Kelly to help us with our baby. BB was going blind and was constantly bumping into things…read moreand hurting himself. She knew of the collar that also had a band that went in front of his face that helped protect him. In his last year he was able to walk around and not get hurt any more. Thank you so muck Kelly for your knowledge and help. Hod bless you.

I hired Kelly to help my male basset hound start entering dog shows. She was well prepared for our…read moredogs needs on what he needed to learn in order to pass through the segments. She's not only knowledgeable but extremely patient with my dog and myself as well. She truly has a way with animals and just entirely speaks their language. At no point in time did I feel hopeless for my stubborn basset after Kelly came into our life. Bassets are known to be difficult to train but Kelly's technique was just unremarkable. Kelly also send a personalized recap of how our sessions go together specifically on what we worked on that day. Makes it extremely convenient because it's a lot to absorb.

Stonnie and Amy have an amazing facility. Stonnie has you working with all types of dogs, and…read morereally helps you understand yourself as a trainer for your dog. After a month with uncle Stonnie, our lab is a perfect gentleman!!!! Wonderful experience! Wish we could go back just periodically to work with the dogs. So much fun and interesting. Thanks Stonnie and Amy!

I highly recommend Stonnie's online puppy classes…read more We never met Stonnie in person but he replies to all our inquiries really fast. His instructional videos are very educational and his program is very informative. We started seeing results within one week of doing his online puppy program. His online puppy classes is beneficial to our family. Our pup, Newton is healthy, happy and on his way to be a well-behaved dog. With Stonnie's program we solved jumping to people, counter surfing, excited urination and pulling. Our pup doesn't chew our sofa, socks and remote control! He only plays/chews on appropriate objects. Thanks to Stonnie! Getting this puppy program is so worth it!