Top Dog Obedience / Top Dog Canine Classroom - Grass Valley, California

Jessica Parker

We just finished the Level one course and I had to jump on to write a review. Lori at Top Dog is excellent. We recently adopted a younger dog from Sammie's Friends this year and wanted to get some help with a few quirks that he had and that we didn't know how to manage on our own. Our dog Cody has really transformed from taking this class. What I love the most is that Lori truly loves all dogs and her goal of the class is to help people have a great relationship with their dog. There is so much in how dogs communicate, and Lori has been amazing at helping us learn our dog's cues. We loved this class so much, we are about to start Level 2! Highly recommend!

Graham Burke

Before taking our dog to Top Dog, his on-leash skills were severely lacking, to the point where it was a struggle to walk him anywhere where there might be other dogs. After just the first few sessions we started seeing a big improvement and our pup seemed relieved to have clear instructions of what was expected of him. We just started the second level class and the little dude is learning all kinds of awesome skills to the point where we now get compliments on his behavior when we're out and about. He really seems to enjoy the classes too. Lori is a true dog lover, perfect patience and training vibes, and super humane and ethical approach. Highly recommend Top Dog to anyone looking to invest in their pet's wellbeing and have some fun with them.

Matt O

We took our seven-month-old Golden Retriever to Top Dog with hopes to train him basic commands. We didn't realize we would be walking out of class each week with skills bonding us to Captain such as trust and loyalty. The dedicated Top Dog staff not only made themselves available to us, but also inquired weekly to help us become better dog owners. They are passionate about what they do and the results have tremendously exceeded our expectations. We are currently in our third set of classes and they have individualized techniques to help us with Captain's needs. We love and enjoy bringing him to different places where we are frequently complimented because Top Dog continues to give us the skills we need to have an obedient dog. Captain has transformed from a hyper, exuberant, and uncontrolled dog to a happy, well mannered, and enjoyable companion. He enjoys going to class and looks forward to training at home. Our experience with training at Top Dog greatly exceeds our expectations. We are excited to continue with agility and advancing through the different classes

Dan Hale

In 2011 my wife and I purchased a 4 month old Miniature Poodle. This puppy came from a reputable breeder, and at this point, had not received any formal training. When we put a collar and a leash on her she was like a "wild horse" at the end of a rope! JoAnn Fine, of Top Dog Obedience, was starting a new "Puppy Class", so we called and signed up for the class!! This decision was one of the best things we could have done for our puppy, and for us! JoAnn's methods are clearly laid out, and the students leave class each week knowing what they need to work on, and how to communicate that to their dog! After our pup graduated from the Beginner's Class, we signed up for the Intermediate Class which took many of the things that we had learned in Beginner's, and expanded them into more advance training for the dog and the owner. After graduating from the Intermediate Class, we have enjoyed being instructed on how to use the Agility Course, which is on site there at Top Dog Obedience! As a result of following JoAnn's carefully laid out training steps, we have the most wonderful dog! She's obedient; she understands what we want from her and we just love her so much!

Harry Salvini

These ladies are on top of it. I appreciate them taking a personal interest in each of our dogs, and the humans to come in there with them. Goal setting, homework, interaction, and so many other things. The sequential training is easy to follow.

Andie Mahoney

Great trainers! Wonderful environment for a nervous dog!

Marilyn Scholl

Great trainers

Daphne