CharlieBar Dog Boarding & Training L.L.C.

We’ve now worked with Ricardo twice for our current puppy (and once a few years ago for our previous dog who has since passed), and I honestly couldn’t recommend him more highly. This time around, we’ve had two sessions, one at Home Depot to work on leash walking, and one in our home. Everything he taught us made an immediate difference. Our nine-month-old puppy is like night and day on the leash. So much calmer, more focused, and enjoyable to walk. My husband was about to give up before the session, due to her complete lack of impulse control and he is now so happy to walk her. One of the best parts is that Ricardo gives you a complete system you can use for everything, not just walking. He sends links to all the tools he recommends, making it incredibly easy to purchase and start using them right away. Today we even tried out the bike pole he suggested, and it was fantastic. Ricardo really knows what he’s doing. He explains things clearly, works with both you and your dog, and makes sure you leave the session confident in what to do next. It’s such a relief to have that peace of mind knowing we’re on the right track. If you want a knowledgeable, patient, and effective trainer who gets real results, Ricardo is it.

I cannot recommend CharlieBar Dog Boarding & Training enough! My German Shepherd is extremely protective of me and was initially reactive—borderline aggressive—toward my girlfriend. At first, he had to be muzzled around her, and I was really worried about how we would ever make this work. Ricardo (the owner) was incredible. He guided us through the process, gave us clear instructions, and provided actionable steps to help my dog accept my girlfriend. Thanks to his expertise and training methods, my dog has completely transformed. Now, there’s zero aggression, and he has fully accepted her into the family. This has been a game-changer—no more stress, just total peace of mind. If you need real results with a trainer who knows exactly what they’re doing, look no further. Huge thanks to Ricardo and the team at CharlieBar!

I can’t say enough good things about Ricardo and CharlieBar! I scheduled a session for my reactive Bully after struggling with his impulse control and reactivity for a while. I was a little skeptical about how much we could accomplish in just one 90-minute session, but I was absolutely blown away by the results. In that one session, Ricardo helped me understand my dog’s behavior on a deeper level and gave me the tools I needed to start building better habits right away. He worked patiently with my dog and showed me how to help him make better decisions in real-life situations. The difference I saw after just that initial session was incredible. I was so impressed that I signed up for a board and train program as soon as I got home. I’m excited to see how much progress we can make with more consistent work under Ricardo’s guidance. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, patient, and effective trainer who can truly make a difference, I highly recommend CharlieBar training!