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March 2024 by Jack Nix
The staff at the K-9 Center are all wonderful and very helpful in teaching us dog owners how to properly train our dogs. My husband and I board-and-trained our 3 year old dog, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Riley and her fellow trainers did a great job with him, and also taught us how to maintain the training at home. Highly recommend!
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March 2024 by Dan Walsh
We love the K-9 Center! My husband and I dropped our 3 year old Australian Cattle Dog mix there for their Board & Train program and we couldn’t be happier with the results. We were absolutely shocked that they got Toby to listen and respect boundaries and rules, and they got him to walk safely on a leash which was huge. It’s made all of our lives better! What makes me even happier though is how happy Toby is to see them every time we bring him back, either for a class or for boarding, because I know that the staff and trainers at K-9 Center cared for Toby and loved him as much as I do.
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March 2024 by Julia Kaplan
This place has shaped my dog into an obedient and relaxed companion. Before K9, my dog would walk ME on the her walks, pull constantly, and want to play with every other dog, person, etc. Now, my dog is a very calm walker. The K9 Center is the best investment I’ve ever made in my dog. The management and trainers are kind, generous, and really want the best for you and your dog. I HIGHLY recommend the K9 center.
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February 2024 by Diane Flynn
When I got my puppy at ten weeks old, I already had plans for her to become a therapy dog. She started puppy training with Riley and then, as soon as she turned six months old, we enrolled in the lifetime program. I can’t say enough about the caring staff. They are all kind, friendly, and most of all, highly professional. Maisie has not yet turned a year old and has already passed her Canine Good Citizenship test and has earned the title of certified therapy dog. We could not have achieved this without the expertise of Riley and the rest of the K-9 Center staff. We look forward to continuing our training. Who knows how far we can go? The potential is limitless. Diane F.
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December 2023 by Natalya Pasklinsky
Wow what an amazing experience we had. We have a South African Boerbel weighing at 111lb at 7m. We gave him in for the board and train program for 2 weeks and Riley did an AMAZING job! We got him back well trained and behaved :) when we came back for our follow up our dog was so excited to be back and see Riley and the other trainers. I highly highly recommend these guys for training!!! A huge THANK YOU Riley!!!!
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November 2023 by Travis Haviv
I’ve been thinking over the past few days about how to write my review for the K9 Center.I could try to describe the distress my wife and I experienced after adopting a puppy (who turned out to be an affectionate, but difficult mix of guard and herding dog) and how the K9 Center helped us through the initial puppy training.I could describe how brilliant and compassionate all the staff are and how they care deeply for every single animal that walks through their door.I could try to describe the level of professionalism, integrity, and expertise they displayed throughout the entire adult “board and train” program, how they sent full videos of our puppy's progress with notes, and how they continue to provide in-person expert care, advice, and assistance.I could try to do those things, but frankly, seeing is believing. Our dog no longer displays any of the troublesome behaviors (cat chasing, destructive behavior, being unable to stop moving, even when in one place, and almost no impulse control).On command, he now responds to his name, sits, will keep a “place and stay” on his bed, will respond to "off" if he jumps or grabs something he shouldn’t, and has leash etiquette and impulse control. (Which our cat appreciates.)It’s a day after Thanksgiving. I’m thankful for many things and am extremely lucky in many ways, but one thing I’m especially thankful for is the K9 Center. They are beyond belief.
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November 2023 by Emily Zat
i cannot recommend this place enough! My dog, Odin has struggled with reactivity. With the help of Riley & staff he has improved tremendously. He doesn’t pull on the leash, bark at people and he has amazing recall all because of the K9 center!! We started out in puppy, Riley was super knowledgeable and answered all of our concerns and questions. We then graduated to the life-time program and noticed a huge improvement with our Odin. We continue to go weekly, as do other dogs ! I have tried out tons of trainers/training centers before, but this one is the absolute best. Thank you k9 center for all your help and your dedication for my dog!! For anyone who needs training this is the place to go!!!
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January 2023 by chelsea mccormick
The K-9 center is absolutely amazing. We got our big baby max when I was towards the end of my pregnancy. Max is such a good boy but he really needed some training in certain areas. My boyfriend and I looked up many places and decided on this place. Riley, max trainer is absolutely amazing! I can’t say one bad thing. She showed max so much love and was so good him during training. She continues checking on him and making sure any question we have are answered. That’s when we decided to send him to boarding because we were so comfortable knowing he was in amazing hands. We were constantly sent videos , pictures and updated about his progress. Going to his follow up lessons he get super excited. I have and will continue to recommend the k-9 center to anyone who asks me! Riley is amazing thank you for everything
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January 2023 by Mary Kate MacKinnon
Finally, I was at my wits end with my 2.5 year old pug. We were a couple of couches in, totally not house-trained, reactive and aggressive towards bigger dogs, he was a complete nightmare. I’ve used other trainers that had come to my home and had been rejected by a few telling me he is not trainable. We stumbled on k9 center and had an evaluation done with Riley. We sent Duncan in for the board and train program. I cannot say enough about Riley, Michelle, Alex and all the staff at K9. My crazy little dog graduated the program and came back a well trained dog. He is no longer reactive to other dogs, he’s house trained and leash trained. We’ve continued his training for the life program and he’s always happy to be back. The staff here has absolutely changed our lives and turned my little nightmare into the best dog!
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December 2022 by Kimberly Meskill
With a newborn on the way and a hyper 6 month old GSD puppy we were very nervous how to handle both, but a friend of ours recommended Amanda & we couldn’t be happier. We did the board and train and we were so shocked on how well she listen’s on and off the leash in such a short amount of time. She has always been easily distracted with other dogs- but following up with the weekly classes she is adapting great! She came home and adjusted so well with us because we had all the training we needed from Amanda. The transition was flawless. Harley has been so gentle with our baby boy and we couldn’t be happier. She is now his big protector and stay in “place” right next to him. The best thing about the k9 center is the lifetime guarantee. We still go for weekly classes to sharpen her skills, which she absolutely loves meeting new puppy friends. I highly recommend the k9 center for any dog training/ boarding needs. Amanda is absolutely the best and very quick to answer any questions you have.
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July 2022 by Jack
I’ve been training my dog Dixie their since she was 5 months in the puppy program and then went into the lifetime program my dog now is awesome on leash and off leash. She has great obedience thanks to Amanda! I would 100% recommend them for training!
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July 2022 by Colleen Thompson
I can’t say enough good things about the K9 center! I have a very reactive dog and they have helped me and my dog enjoy a less stressful life out in public. John started teaching us the basics and Amanda had taught us beyond the basics and how to handle situations and prevent my dog from having a meltdown. The group classes are so important and each time we learn more and it also desensitizes my pup from his triggers. He’s learned so much as have I! I would recommend K9 center to everyone, whether your dog has issues or you have a new puppy to start learning right from the start. Thank you K9 center!!
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June 2022 by Ellen Mayer
After seeing the results my daughter had with her dog after doing the K9 Center’s lifetime program, I decided to bring my new puppy there for the puppy class with Amanda. It exceeded my expectations, I cannot believe how well behaved my 8 month old puppy is. We went straight into the lifetime training program after completing the puppy class. The results have been amazing. I cannot recommend this place highly enough.
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May 2022 by Christa Marie
We just love K-9 Center. My 5 month old german shepherd, Kylo, has learned so much in just 5 sessions and will be continuing with the adult training in just another few months. Amanda is fantastic and really knows her training skills. I'm thrilled that they also board because I will feel more at ease leaving him him people he is familiar with. I highly recommend them, you won't be disappointed!
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March 2022 by virgilsheart
I was bringing my third English Labrador puppy home to be a Certified Therapy Dog. I initially spoke to Amanda to find out more her style and technique, and to make sure it was a perfect fit. I enrolled in their lifetime membership. She is an effective communicator, gives clear and concise instructions. She is patient and very supportive all of the time which makes it easier to work together. Her vast knowledge and decades of experience with all types of dogs gives her a huge edge in training. More importantly, she inspires you to be a better handler to your pup. Afrer 3 months of training with her, my 7 month old pup, passed his AKC Advance CGC and CGC test which are required to be a Therapy Dog. We are on track with our goal for to be a Certified Therapy Dog in a few months. In addition, she is also providing additional help as we also train for AKC Obedience. Keep up the great work.
