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We have a male cockapoo named Crew who just turned a year old. He was extremely fear reactive to both people and dogs when we got him at 5 months old. He had not been socialized prior to our getting him. The reactivity and pulling made it virtually impossible to walk him or have people at our home. We tried numerous things and called a couple of trainers. We were not impressed and were getting absolutely nowhere. We were truly blessed to have found Sebastian and Aloha K-9 Academy. Sebastian has been working tirelessly with Crew since November. The change in Crew is phenomenal. He now walks beautifully on a leash, he isn’t afraid to meet people, (we actually had houseguests and Crew thoroughly enjoyed being with them) and he doesn’t react to other dogs the way he had. We are now working on “drop it” and “come”. Sebastian possesses such talent and has a connection to dogs. Crew loves him. He knows the sound of Sebastian’s truck and motorcycle and can’t wait to get to him; so much so that when Crew hears any motorcycle he looks at me and I have to say “no, it’s not him”. If you are having any issues with your dog, I can’t express enough how it will be in your and your dog’s best interest to contact Sebastian and Aloha K-9 Academy. Highly recommend!!

This was exactly what we were looking for! Amy is professional and friendly. We feel what she charges is very reasonable. We have only had two home sessions plus "homework" in between and we already see an improvement in our American Eskimo, Ollie. We highly recommend Essential Canines!

First time taking our dogs to Dog World. Needed to board them for a few days. Very professional service and loved how they took such good care of our fur babies! Loved how they attended to their individual needs to make them feel comfortable! Also had my havense groomed while he was there! Excellent job! Also Loved the pictures they sent to us to keep us up to date on how they were doing!!

October 2007 I hired Mark to train my puppy. I have been blessed to have such a professional work my chocolate lab and work with me training us both. I have referred Mark over the years to friends looking for trainers and will continue to do so. I was impressed with the bond Mark creates with the animals he trains. He is a 5 star trainer and obviously loves animals. I look forward to having him train future pups I will have. Give him a shot you won't be disappointed.

Very good experience. Staff knowledgeable, friendly and very professional.

If you are looking for a great trainer, then take one of Jeanine's classes. My puppy just graduated from her family manners class. Jeanine does more than help you to teach your dog a few tricks. She helps you understand how your dog thinks so that you can communicate better with your pooch. This is my second dog to take Jeanine's class. She impressed me so much that I looked her up over 10 years later for my new puppy.