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We boarded our dog here a few times, everyone is so helpful and friendly! From scheduling to boarding our dog, everything is made very easy. The employees are fantastic with our dog and each time he when back he was happy to see certain people he previously interacted with. Clean facility too! Highly recommend!!

We use second home every time we travel and I have endless good things to say about them. Regular check ins and photos, little videos of my dog obsessed with the play pool, everyone is an absolute pleasure and so professional to communicate with. Just feels so reassuring to trust the place he’s staying at so I can actually enjoy my trip. 10/10 recommend 💕

I’ve boarded my pup here twice now, and each time has been an amazing experience! The staff is incredibly kind and attentive, I could tell my dog was in great hands from the moment I dropped him off. One of the things I appreciate most is the 24/7 webcam access. Being able to check in on him whenever I wanted gave me so much peace of mind, especially while being away. It’s clear they truly care about the animals they look after. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for safe, trustworthy, and loving care for their dog!

Such an amazing experience! We had our puppy in for her first hair cut and they did awesome with her. I was prepared for a not a great hair cut since she is a puppy and takes a while for her to understand it. But her cut was perfect and she looks amazing! My Golden Doodle is very happy and loved being there. The communication and staff was also outstanding! She also left with a matching flower on her collar! 🙂 Thank you!!

Second Home Pet Resort is truly heaven on earth for pets! I HIGHLY recommend to anyone in need of care for there pets. I had to fly to Chicago for a wedding and couldn’t bring my service dog because I wasn’t sure how she would handle going on a plane ride. I have never left my dog alone for even one day or overnight. She hasn’t even been home alone for more than an hour or two. Obviously leaving her anywhere with anyone for the very first time was a struggle and extremely nerve wrecking for me and my dog. Not with Second home pet resort… it was truly such a blessing knowing she was in safe hands! The staff were all so welcoming, kind and understanding. I specifically want to thank and talk about MEGAN and JA! These two women are absolutely the sweetest and most loving animal people I’ve ever met!! Megan spent so much time answering all of my questions I had before making my pets reservation. After speaking with her, I felt so at peace and knew my dog was going to have a wonderful time. She helped me get my puppy signed up for pool play time and informed me of the 24/7 live video cam access which I added, so I could see my puppy at all times in her room. MEGAN also gave me an in person tour of the entire resort which was gorgeous! I was able to look at all the room options and then I decided to go with the indoor/outdoor patio elite suite. Words cannot express how thankful I am for MEGAN going above and beyond helping me! She is such a sweetheart and she is the main reason I decided to book my reservation for my puppy at this resort. Also, I would like to thank JA. She was in charge of taking care of my puppy during her pool time. I have to say, she is absolutely wonderful! JA went out of her way and sent me the most precious photos of my puppy having the time of her life! She even threw balls into the water for my dog because I told her that is her favorite. She looked so happy in every photo and I could tell she was having a blast! Thank you JA for taking such amazing care of my puppy! Overall, I highly recommend Second Home Pet Resort! I consider myself to be quite the overprotective pet parent but with second home, I truly felt at ease throughout the entire process. From the moment I dropped my puppy off up until the day I went to pick her up I received incredible support and understanding from the staff. They made the whole process so relaxing and I had no worries leaving my baby girl. Thank you to everyone who took such excellent care of my puppy and being there to support me throughout the process as well. I will definitely be recommending Second Home Pet Resort to all my friends and family because this is without a doubt, the place to take your pet!

Our dogs love MakPack! All 3 have training in various capacities. 1 was trained in our home by Spencer – she is high anxiety and he helped us get her on a leash and in the car – THANK YOU Spencer – all of our lives are better because of your help with her! The 2 younger have gone through puppy class and will continue to intermediate and advanced. Our 1st mini Aussie goes to daycare and it is one of his favorite things; and our youngest mini Aussie will start daycare next week. All of the staff are super nice and love our pups!

I love this company and their facilities! I left my 4 month old cocker spaniel, Joey, there for 2 weeks for board and train while I was out of the country. Daniel, Aaron and Michelle all worked with him during that time and they truly are rock stars. I have such a little gentleman here compared to when I dropped him off! We went back for our follow up today and Joey was so happy to see Daniel and the other staff members. That makes me feel good, too. They really do have a great operation and I’m so happy I used their services! I will continue to do so and refer others when I can. Mary Ann Monroe

We absolutely love MakPack Doggy Daycare and Play Area! Murphy has been going here for a while now and it’s become one of his favorite places. He has made so many puppy friends and always comes home happy, exhausted, and ready for a nap on the ride home. The staff are outstanding, especially Paulina and Issac. Paulina has become such a great friend to Murphy and it’s obvious how much she genuinely cares about the dogs. The whole team creates such a safe, welcoming environment, and you can tell they pay close attention to every dog there. Everything is always clean, organized, and well-maintained, which gives so much peace of mind as a dog owner. One of my favorite services they offer is the daily daycare report because I get to see how my boy is doing throughout the day, what he’s been up to, and how he’s interacting with his puppy friends. It’s hard trusting people with your dog, but MakPack makes it easy. Couldn’t recommend them more.

I have been taking my Rottweiler, Rosa, to Mak Pack for several years now and I am so grateful for their warm and caring staff! And now that they’re in Ahwatukee the facility is very close and convenient to our house. The staff is so considerate and accommodates my schedule in public safety and allows me to drop her off a little bit early which I greatly appreciate. They routinely send pictures of her engaging with either staff or other dogs during the day and that always brings a smile to my face. Thank you for all the love and care you give my little Rosa!

We are big dog people & have a German Shepherd and now two Great Danes. We originally needed daycare for our 1st Great Dane when he was a puppy, right at the 6 month mark but he was not neutered; because he’s a large breed, we don’t want to have him neutered until he’s closer to 18 months. That proved to be a challenge to find daycare until we found these guys. The dogs thoroughly enjoy going here. We had our Great Dane go through basic and intermediate training at the Ahwatukee location with great success. We’re now taking his little brother to basic training at the Chandler location. And the two Danes go to Ahwatukee for daycare at least once weekly. It’s never difficult to get the dogs to go to daycare which tells me they love it. And they’re always extremely happy when I pick them up at the end of the day. The staff is amazing and we’ve just had a phenomenal experience overall! I can’t recommend enough.

We LOVE Mak Pack !! Boomer has been at day care 5 days a week since the day they opened in Tempe , he can’t wait to get there & play with his friends he loves the enrichment they offer & the staff are very caring people, the Owners Mak & Lauren are THE BEST ! We love them like family especially lil Ellie girl 🥰

My 5 month old puppy had an amazing time boarding for a few days. Mack pack send me adorable daily reports, requests for extra enrichment activities and offers fun activities for the dogs. I felt relaxed knowing my baby was there

We cannot recommend Nate Dog Training enough! We started working with Nate with our Goldendoodle puppy, Woofster, right after he finished his vaccinations — and it has been an absolute game-changer. Nate has been a true godsend. He’s taught us so much about leash walking, puppy behavior, and how to get the very best out of Woofster. The group sessions have been a highlight — a wonderful, safe environment for socialization that we’ve both looked forward to every week. One of our favorite things is that Nate brings his own working dogs to sessions, which adds such a unique and enriching dimension to the training experience. It’s clear he is deeply passionate about what he does. Since Woofster is still a puppy, we’re already planning to bring Nate back as he grows and reaches new stages. We feel so fortunate to have found someone this knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in our dog’s success. If you’re looking for a trainer who will teach the whole family — look no further than Nate!

We adopted a two year old pit bull mix. She was very dog and people reactive and pulled the entire time we walked her. I was afraid to take her out. She followed us everywhere and barked when in our yard. Nate gave us training tools we were able to use immediately and began to see results. I love walking her and feel confident taking her to parks now. We learned how to get her to relax and not follow us around. She is no longer a menace in our yard and behaves beautifully with guests in our home. We could not have brought her this far without Nate’s help. He is an amazing trainer and I highly recommend him. It has changed our relationship with our dog.

We contacted Nate after high recommendations from friends. We have a 1 yr old lab (Nola) that was in need of training & some puppy corrective behaviors. Nate & his 5 well-trained pups were amazing at assisting us & showing us the importance of being in control of our dog (for her safety & ours!) After our 6 sessions with Nate, we feel we have the knowledge & tools to manage Nola which has led to so much more enjoyment in our interactions. Walks, meals, play, & people/animal socializing are so much better with (& for) Nola since Nate & his pups showed us the way. We can’t thank Nate enough for giving us the skills to provide a great life for our Nola!

OMG Nate is fabulous. I tried 2 trainers previously but nothing they suggested worked. My little Chi-Cocker was quite an incessant high-pitch barker. We rescued her last year at 5yo. Perfect otherwise. In ONE lesson, she had improved under Nate’s tutelage n continues to do so. Thank you Nate from the bottom of my ❤️. Donna Loren and Mia 🐾

My Luna (4) and Cozy (3) loved working with Nate! They are rescue dogs (Chihuahua shepherd mixes) that had a lot of anxiety. The amount of improvement we have seen in their confidence and their willingness to listen to us has been amazing. We are very grateful to Nate and would highly recommend him. We had tried other trainers before. Unfortunately there are a lot of people calling themselves trainers that have really bad advice that is harmful to dogs. Which is why working with Nate was so refreshing. He is passionate about his work and cared a lot about my dogs’ well being. I know it’s a small thing but he was so sweet and was willing to sit and play with my dogs too. It really made them comfortable and excited to listen to him. I haven’t seen a trainer actually make that effort.

With my high energy pup and work schedule, doggy daycare was a necessity. We’ve been there for a year now and the care takers are so kind and patient with my wild child. It’s also the only space he feels comfortable getting grooming services. Thank you for everything the team does!

Dogtopia is a godsend for our pug. With the friendly, attentive staff and fun activities, Bento is excited to go each time. This matters because she has severe separation anxiety. I’m so happy we go to Dogtopia!

We love it here! The dogs are able to play freely but also have time to rest throughout the day. They always have access to plenty of water. I love the webcams here! They are good quality and real time. Much better than I’ve seen at other daycares. The pups have plenty of space to run around and ours was able to find so many friends that match his high energy! The staff is so sweet and I love that they give us a little recap of his day when we pick him up. They also are good at knowing who you’re there for, they’re so sweet. We also got this cute first day picture and everything was well explained! This is exactly what we were looking for and I am so glad we decided to start here!

All of the team members I’ve had the pleasure of interacting with have been so positive and excited. My Aussie pup LOVES her day care days, when she gets to go and play with her pals!

I’m so glad my dog does well here. I have 100% trust in the staff, they always take care of my boy! He’s happy and looks forward to playing with his friends!

Me and my Lillbet love it here!! It’s helping her so much with her socialization and she is with other dogs that match her energy but who also know she’s just little. She comes home played out, which is great for all! Very happy we decided to come here!

Friendly coaches that are very sweet to our Bella Niña :-). We can watch her play and have fun! We know she is safe and well cared for. Thx!

just now NEW I contacted K9 and explained the issues I am having with my dogs. Almost immediately I received a reply. I expected to have to wait forever for an appointment. I was offered an appointment the next day. When that date didn’t work for us, they immediately gave me several options for an appointment. I am very satisfied with their quick response. I had reviewed several dog training sites and it seemed like there were more excellent ratings on their site than any of the others I explored. I think it’s great they do a free evaluation but just ask for money for gas. I am looking forward to our appointment. My dogs definitely have major issues, but all our dogs have ALWAYS been family. We don’t rehome them or drop them off at the shelter because of their issues. I believe there is no such thing as a bad dog, just bad owners that don’t get their dogs trained.

Was quick with responding about training and was overall a good experience I love how we take notes and he explains the psychology around how/ why he dogs certain ways very helpful

Tom was very helpful to us with our 2 pups! Directions were clear and we learned so much. It’s really the humans that need training 😊. We appreciate the kindness and gentleness Tom showed our pups and gave us lots of good information on relating with our dogs as well as practical advice about leashes, collars, types of toys that engaged a dogs brain and even skincare for dogs. Well worth the time and effort! Thank you Tom! New River family 🐶

Looking forward to get Bluey evaluated for her training, I know it won’t take long for both of us to get going on her training I was surprise how quickly K9katlynn reached out to set the evaluation appointment For Bluey

We rescued a full grown St. Bernard/Golden Retriever mix. He was a handful until k9katelynn trained us to train Bones. Now he is a joy to take on walks.

Adorable puppies, and they are well cared for, me and my friend are looking for puppies, saddly we didnt end up geting any but we watched one we played with get adopted. Also we met r others: A black and white bulldog [not sure] which we named piggy, another colorful doggy that we named Démon, because he was crazy but i loved it I love crazy doggies! [After playing a lot he started chilling and i could cuddle him it was adorable!! Then we met Noodle [the white dog] and Socky the fluffy black and white dog 🐕 [Also we named the dogs because we felt weird calling them doggies!]

My family and I haven’t been looking for the perfect dog to add. We’ve been working with Michelle Over the past few months, we’ve been coming into the PV location. She’s been educating us on the different breeds and who would suit us best. We fell in love with this little mini schnauzer and it’s been such an easy transition bringing her home. Shes such a joy for my kids!

How cute is this place?!?! They have free puppy parties every Friday night and give kids popsicles after. Does it get any better than this? My kids just love this place and our friends who have purchased puppies from here are very happy. We will love on our friend’s puppies n love pets while we continue to wait for the perfect addition to our family. I also appreciate Tyler and Kelsey being so kind and professional with our girls who brought their school friends to check out this place last Friday. I’m so happy we have this place in Paradise Valley!

We found our mini chocolate labradoodle here and have had the most incredible experience. He is the most amazing dog. The staff is incredible, knowledgeable and kind. We bring him back all the time to visit.

He had a great experience getting our puppy a few weeks ago from puppies n love. All the staff was great and helpful even after we brought him home. Lizzie and Kelsey were both amazing! Our puppy is adorable and doing great!

The team at K-9 Defense is an absolute dream. Our beautiful, gigantic, reactive dog went from a super scary, challenging situation to a more confident and less aggressive angel face. Savannah was our lead trainer, she was so patient and informative. We legitimately could not have done it without her. From initial bootcamp to integrated training, home visits, follow up texts, boarding and refresher sessions, we trust these guys with everything. Thanks for bringing so much hospitality to the dog training space!

5 Stars is not enough praise for the work K9 Defense did with our dogs. Aubrie, Savannah, and Chris were great from the initial evaluation, updates during their training and working with us so we had the tools to keep up the work they did. Aubrie has been helpful whether its answering my questions or walking me through a difficult moment and how to handle my dogs reaction. I will not be able to say thank you enough for helping Anubis and Kona. Anubis would have had a very different life if it wasn’t for their guidance and mentorship even after he left.

It’s impossible to say my appreciation for everyone that works here. We got our dog as a return to breeder and she needed some structure and training to catch up with her age. Savanna got this pup on the right track and helped us as owners to establish how to properly work with a dog. The team at K-9 Defense is unmatched in performance and has amazing outcomes. If you’re looking to get your dog trained or want a serious pup in your house, this is definitely the place to go.

I should have left a review last year but life got busy. I have a cane corso , and in the past , she has been very aggressive towards other animals. Lack of socializing on my part do losing my wife. This was our dog. I did get her trained late in life So it has been a process. She is a lot better but due to old age and late training I still have to watch her. She is 100% better. I understand when people call and they ask for prices and the price seems a little high. It’s because these people know what they’re doing. This is not petsmart training!! I have been able to walk her around the neighborhood without her trying to literally destroy other dogs. We have a better life together because of these trainers. You can always go cheaper, but you will always get what you get and pay for. So don’t be mad When your results aren’t what you expect when you Go with cheaper and less experienced trainer’s. Higher based on experience and a proven track record! These people are top notch trainer’s and by the time you see what they do with your dog , you will understand what i’m saying! If I ever do decide to get another dog, I will bring Her or him in at a younger age. Thank you guy’s!!!!

We recently completed a 6 week training course for our English Chocolate Lab Norman (~6months). We thought that we had met “dog trainers” in the past but quickly learned the difference between dog walkers and serious trainers. This company is experienced in the training of police and military dogs. On our initial visit, we observed a demonstration by a trainer and his personal dog which was frankly astounding. The level of interaction and understanding on the part of the animal was breath-taking. I didn’t think it possible but after six weeks we received Norman back with a similar combination of manners and obedience. Norman was only 7 months old and when he returned his cheerful puppy disposition continued to shine through. He was polished but not broken. Dan, Normans principal trainer and new best friend, has made several home visits since his graduation. These visits are intended to reinforce his training and help to insure continued success. While this program carries a significant price tag, it is worth every penny!!! The benefit that Norman received from his time at K9 Defense will last a lifetime. This was more than just a visit to a trainer. This was the beginning of a relationship. Norman will definitely visit again from time to time and there is no doubt at all that we will use K9 Defense when we add another lab to our family. You can be confident that this organization delivers what they promise.

I went in to check it out for a possible future stay for one of my pups while I underwent a medical procedure. They have 3 separate rooms. Dogs are divided by size and activity level. They do a pre-entry interview meet and greet. Your dog doesn’t have it’s own space so must be open to being with other dogs. The neat thing about their set up is they have cameras in each of the rooms to monitor from the front lobby. They young lady I spoke with was pleasant. There were a few people that came in to pick up their fur babies, She knew who they were and which pet was theirs. She called on a radio for the dog by name that was ready to be picked up. The price was agreeable. They do not have any outside play area. I did not need to use their service on this visit as I was just there to check it out I would have given more stars but the very first thing that struck me when I walked in, was the foul odor. I’ve never been in a doggy daycare before so maybe that’s just the way they are with the number of pets on sight.

So 2 months into this “amazing deal” membership , my dog develops a cough. I mention to the staff, and the billing department my dog may have to take a week because hes coughing. They say ok… 2 weeks pause hes should be good to come back. Nobody calls me other than to collect a payment I already had on pause. A WEEK has gone by and my dog has progressively gotten worse and I call the number on file which is the ONLY number given to me to ask if there is anything contagious i should be aware of and im redirected to my dog being the only sick dog mentioned. Hours later I get a text message from the assistant manager saying yes … infact there is a contagious kennel cough going around and parents had been notified my dog was one of the first to get sick . However I NEVER GOT NOTIFIED AND THEY KNEW MY DOG WAS NOT PRESENT CUZ HE WAS SICK and its been a WEEK THAT THEY KNEW THIS. IM NOW AT THE EMERGENCY VET GETTING HIS CHEST XRAYED BECAUSE HES BEEN COUGHING SO HARD HES BEEN THROWING UP THE LAST THREE DAYS. DO NOT TRUST THIS COMPANY UNLESS YOU WANT TO BE SWINDLED INTO THINKING THEY CARE ABOUT YOUR DOG. THEY DONT!

The staff is so great with all the dogs. My dog so socializes because of the team at the historic dogtopia and I just say the name dogtopia and she gets excited to go

Wonderful dog daycare. The staff is so friendly and clearly love the dogs. It’s clean and cool inside and the prices are reasonable. They were absolute lifesavers for us as we had a medical issue and needed a daycare quickly. They scheduled the meet and greet and she was approved and we were able to schedule right after. She’s getting much needed socialization as well. Highly recommend

So disappointed in this company and this location for the way they handled my puppy who I view as my only family. I used to love this place. I referred them to every dog owner I knew & literally spoke so highly of them prior to what I’m about to share. I recently just started bringing my puppy back here bc they require any puppy over 7 months to be spayed. I believe I started bringing her in around 5 to 6 months old before I had to pull her out for her spay. No biggie, I pull her out for a few months & just recently started bringing her back again bc she loves being around other pups. She has no behavioral issues, but she has a ton of energy and loves to play. I frequently watch the doggy cams bc I find it cute to see her play & have often caught very special moments between her & some of the staff in the past. I was watching her on the camera like usual when it was close to lunch time for them. At lunch they turn off the cams & put the dogs in the kennels for a little break. Didn’t think much of it until I saw a girl trying to catch my puppy (who thought they were playing bc she does the same thing with me). My puppy is pretty quick, but eventually the girl was able to secure my puppy with what they call a “lead” which is essentially comparable to a lasso—just a rope with and adjustable opening at the end that the staff uses to redirect dogs in daycare. The employee got my puppy’s neck secured by the lasso/lead and my puppy ran up this yellow elevated structure that they have in their play area. You can see what I’m talking about in the attached photo. So my puppy is on the flat area of the yellow elevated structure with the lead/lasso secured around her neck, and the employee, who was trying to put my puppy into the kennel for lunch time, picks my puppy up by BY THE NECK/lead/lasso and puts her on the floor to then put her in the kennel. I reached out immediately when I saw it to let them know I was NOT okay with handling her that way. I explained to them how my puppy who is a Pomeranian is prone to having collapsing tracheas & that you have to be really careful handling her bc you can cause her serious harm by damaging her trachea. My puppy is 10 months old, 7.5 pounds. You can see in the photo about how far the yellow structure is from one of the kennels next to it. Instead of taking accountability and reassuring me that this would NEVER happen again, they instead painted me to be a liar and said that they reviewed the footage and did not see the employee handle my dog the way I said she did. They tried to claim she was “redirected” which later they stated redirected meant “pulled off” the flat/elevated portion of the yellow structure & her front two paws landed first to hit the ground. Which is a bold face lie. She was pulled by the neck, by the rope that was around her neck, and her little back legs were lifted off the yellow structure and then were the first to hit the ground. The way they responded to me is what makes everything that much more frightening to me. After lying to me about what they saw, I asked them to show me the video that they reviewed to prove what they saw happened, they said they couldn’t share the video because it’s against their “policy” & violates the privacy of the dogs in there and the employees. To me, that’s bologna, bc the parents of all the dogs in there have access to the cameras just like I did. We all know our dogs are being filmed, and that’s literally the purpose of the doggy cams is to be able to watch them so we’re reassured that they’re okay. On top of it, the employees I’m sure are told before taking the position that they will be on camera. So I’m not sure how releasing the footage violates any privacy to anyone?? Makes zero sense besides trying to protect the business. I’m just deeply disturbed and disappointed in everything that has transpired and the way they chose to handle the entire situation. All trust is lost for them. I can’t and do not want to imagine what happens when they shut the cameras off of when they think nobody’s looking…

I cannot say enough amazing things about Connected Canine. I was looking for a place where my dog could get his energy out and learn obedience. He has come so far and is a completely different dog. It was so reassuring knowing that when I left my dog he was in good hands. Blake and Charlotte did such a wonderful job each session and really covered what my dog Tucker needed. After each session they went over all the new and amazing things Tucker learned and how I can continue to build on it. I love how they keep me posted and updated with his progress and I can watch videos of how hes doing and also refer back so I know what I’m doing is right. Overall, so impressed and so happy. Absolutely love them and recommend!

We loved working with Erin doing the Homebase program. She is so patient and answered many many questions to help us with our boy Indy, who is high energy and needed some help with reactivity and being calm in public. We still have a lot to work on, but I feel a lot more confident working with him on my own. I’m excited to continue with the alumni training to reinforce and build on what we learned. Thanks so much!

Sara is AMAZING! Our daughter has brain cancer and Nyx is her best friend, but hes 75 lbs and very hyper. Sara worked with him for 6 weeks and he has amazing impulse control now! He is able to support her better, and it allows caregivers to come to the house without being body slammed. I would recommend her to anyone!

Sara and her team have been amazing trainers for our family! We needed help when we rescued a 2yr old GSP and they provided top notch support. We were dealing with confidence issues and Sara’s team recommended a 2 week sleep away camp at her house which worked wonders. It gave us a good foundation which we were able to build on when she returned home. The homework they gave us worked very well and they also came out to our house for some touch up training when we got stuck. Sara and team did such a great job with our GSP, we hired them again to help us train our brand new Bernedoodle puppy. We’ve had a number of puppies in the past and used various trainers but Sara’s team tops them all with their attention to detail, service, and results. I cannot recommend them enough!

We are so grateful to have found Connected Canine for our dog Dobby! Sara and her team are the best and we feel totally confident leaving Dobby there with them whether it’s for a short weekend or a long trip. He’s been a really anxious nervous dog most of his life (and afraid of men), but he is so comfortable and happy at Sara’s and loves her husband too. He always comes back home calm and happy and a lot of his anxious habits have actually faded since taking him to Connected Canine. It’s been rather remarkable and we are so grateful!! I also appreciate that she has package deals which makes boarding more affordable.

Sara and her crew understand dog temperament and thus not all dogs play well with each other. It’s amazing to me that my dog has accepted Sara and her crew from day 1, even letting them pet him and play with him. The boarding facility and services is the best in the valley.

I’ve never felt truly comfortable leaving my pup with anyone until I found Connected Canine! My 60lb baby, Freddy, is a handful and a bit of a nervous boy, so finding Sara and her team has been an absolute game-changer for us. From Doggy Daycare to boarding, Freddy has not only been well cared for but has also started coming out of his shell. Seeing his confidence grow has been amazing! I can’t recommend Connected Canine enough for anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving place for their pup. ** UPDATE** We recently completed a board and train program at Connected Canine, and the results have been incredible. Our dog Freddy has gone from anxious to confident and well-behaved, which has greatly improved our family dynamic. Thanks to the training, we now feel confident taking him on outings like the farmers market and pet-friendly stores, and we feel well-equipped to support him moving forward. After reading some of the other reviews, I also wanted to add some context about our experience with the e-collar. It was recommended because of Freddy’s specific needs and was never presented as a replacement for training. Sara and her team emphasized from the very beginning that continued training and consistency from both the owner and the dog are what lead to long-term success. The e-collar has simply become the clearest communication tool we’ve used with Freddy. Our Dogtra collar has 127 stimulation levels, and the highest we’ve ever needed is 17, which we use very rarely. Most of the time, Freddy responds to verbal commands because he understands what’s being asked of him. The training gave us the tools and confidence to communicate with him more effectively, and we’ve continued practicing those skills at home. For our family, it has been one of the most valuable investments we’ve made in Freddy’s well-being.

Will is amazing! He really knows what he’s talking about and what he’s doing. He’s very passionate about guiding you to train your dog with positive reinforcement and love. Our reactive Springer Millie has come a long way with Will’s guidance. Even though we are not always as consistent as we need to be, we/she have learned a lot and we will continue to implement all of the great stuff Will has taught us. He is accessible and cares about your dog. I highly recommend Will. We have used 2 other trainers in the valley that don’t even come close to Will! I am so glad I reached to him. 😊

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you have a dog who’s been struggling — behaviorally, emotionally, or both — Will is your person. My dog Hank came to him as a genuinely difficult case, and the progress has been remarkable. Will doesn’t just address surface behaviors but gets to the root of the issue. He’s even collaborated with Hank’s vet to make sure his medication is properly equilibrated, understanding that behavior and biology aren’t separate conversations. That integrative, science-based approach is rare and makes a real difference. Will’s method is thoughtful and effective. He’s opened my eyes to how much sniffing can help a dog’s nervous system relax which has been critical to Hank’s progress. The results speak for themselves. Hank is less reactive, handles guests without going off the rails, is far easier to calm down when he gets overstimulated, and the humping situation is significantly more civilized. Will took all of it seriously without judgment and tackled each issue methodically. I’m excited to continue working with Will to help Hank keep making progress.

Will helped us to train our young, reactive rescue dog. He taught us so many different ways to handle the issues we were experiencing, as well as recommended resources to help us better understand her behavior. It is obvious that Will is an expert in dog behavior and passionate about what he does. There isn’t a doubt in our minds that if we hadn’t reached out to and worked with Will that we wouldn’t be where we are today with our dog. We are grateful for his direction, dedication, and commitment to helping us. Thank you, Will!

Dr. Will Worked with me for about two hours. He did a thorough interview and observed Maggie my dog. At the end of the session, I had insights about potential health challenges, ways to change her behavior and I felt hopeful that we were on the right track. Maggie was comfortable with Dr. Will and I feel like it was a great session. I look forward to putting into practice his suggestions.

Jordan has been a god sent. I uprooted my puppy from SC to AZ when my husband deployed. She regressed immensely and became dog aggressive to boot. I was overwhelmed and felt like a dog mom failure for putting her through this. It’s been four months and my girl is still this wild crazy lab, but she’s seen so much positive improvements since we started training. She’s listening, obedient, her anxiety has decreased, and we were able to walk the park this week. Jordan’s been amazing and responsive with all my questions when I’m at home and training. I cannot wait to see where Sesi is at in another 3 months.

I needed a mobility-balance dog, but $50,000.00 was not in the budget. We went to Maricopa County Care and Control and found a large but skinny dog. He was at least nine-years old and looked into my eyes with kindness. I wanted him. At home we fed him Farmers Dog and treats of meat. In eight weeks he gained twenty pounds. His veterinarian pronounced him to be a good weight and healthy. He was a happy boy and ready for training. We hired Phoenix Dog Training to train him. Charley was ready to work in four months and didn’t have to leave home for his training. He was trained with kindness and love. It’s been three years since we took Charley home. Charley helps me navigate outside my home, up and down curbs, stairs, over cracked parking lots, and bumpy sidewalks. He is welcomed in every office, store, and restaurant. He never barks (except at home), obeys his twenty-three commands, and understands twelve hand signs. He went to a concert today with us. We couldn’t love him more. A trained service dog is a blessing.

We are so grateful we found Will Bangura and Phoenix Dog Training. After working with multiple dog trainers in Phoenix for our dog’s aggression and reactivity issues, nothing was truly helping because nobody was addressing the underlying fear and anxiety driving the behavior. Our veterinarian recommended working with a certified dog behaviorist, and that is when we found Will. Our German Shepherd had severe leash reactivity toward other dogs and strangers, and we were honestly afraid we might eventually have a bite incident. From the very first behavior consultation, Will was incredibly thorough, professional, and compassionate. He took the time to explain canine body language, stress signals, trigger stacking, and why punishment-based training can actually make aggression worse. What really stood out was that this was not just obedience training. This was real behavior modification based on science and positive reinforcement. Within a few weeks, we started seeing dramatic improvement. Our dog became calmer, more confident, and far less reactive on walks. If you are searching for a dog behaviorist in Phoenix, dog aggression training in Phoenix, or help for a reactive dog, we cannot recommend Phoenix Dog Training enough. Will Bangura is truly an expert in dog aggression, fear, anxiety, and reactivity. We finally feel hopeful again, and more importantly, our dog is happier and less stressed. Thank you, Will, for changing our lives and helping us better understand our dog.