FirstBarkKristie and her team are truly amazing! My husband and I live across the country from our family so we visit home a lot and we couldn’t ask for more trustworthy and reliable people to help take care of and check in on our 2 cats. We cannot recommend them enough!!
FurBabies & Friends
Glendale, Arizona
About FurBabies & Friends
FurBabies & Friends is a professional dog training & pet care company serving Glendale, Peoria, & the Phoenix West Valley. We specialize in positive reinforcement dog training, in-home pet sitting, dog walking, & cage-free dog bathing and grooming designed to keep pets happy, safe, & comfortable. Our services include puppy training, obedience training, behavior modification, reactive dog training, drop-in pet sitting visits, overnight pet sitting, dog walking, dog bathing, & pet transportation. Every service is personalized to meet the needs of each pet and family. FurBabies & Friends is a locally owned business with a team of background-checked, bonded, & insured pet care professionals trusted by pet parents across the West Valley.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
Program details
Behavior modification training in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas for dogs struggling with fear, anxiety, reactivity, or unwanted behaviors at home or in public. Personalized positive reinforcement training builds confidence and improves real world behavior. · Listed price: From $450.00
Dog trainer in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas specializing in behavior problems such as reactivity, anxiety, leash issues, and unwanted behaviors. Positive reinforcement training helps dogs build confidence, focus, and calmer responses. · Listed price: From $130.00
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
Program details
AKC Canine Good Citizen training classes in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas designed to prepare dogs for the CGC test. Positive reinforcement training focuses on polite manners, reliable obedience, and calm behavior around people and other dogs. · Listed price: $250.00
- House training
- Leash training
Program details
Seven private 30 minute leash training sessions in Glendale, AZ designed to teach loose leash walking and polite walking skills. This program helps dogs focus on their handler, walk calmly, and enjoy structured exercise with their pet parent. · Listed price: $675.00
Private leash training for dogs who pull, drag, zigzag, or need better focus on walks. This 3-session program helps build leash structure, engagement, redirection skills, and calmer walking habits using positive reinforcement methods. · Listed price: $350.00
- Obedience training
Program details
Private in-home dog training in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas focused on obedience, manners, and behavior improvement. Programs include beginner, intermediate, and advanced training using positive reinforcement in your dog’s real home environment. · Listed price: $450.00
- Puppy training
Program details
Private dog and puppy training sessions in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas focused on obedience, manners, and behavior improvement. Personalized positive reinforcement training provides hands on guidance to help you and your dog build reliable skills. · Listed price: $130.00
Private in-home puppy training in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas designed to build confidence, social skills, and early obedience. Positive reinforcement training helps puppies learn good habits like house training, leash walking, and polite manners. · Listed price: $450.00
Puppy kindergarten training classes in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas designed for young puppies learning early obedience, confidence, and focus. Positive reinforcement training helps puppies build good habits and strong foundations for lifelong learning. · Listed price: $250.00
AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy training classes in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas designed to build early obedience, confidence, and healthy social skills. Positive reinforcement training prepares puppies for real world success while working toward the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy title. · Listed price: $250.00
- Socialization
Program details
Join FurBabies & Friends positive reinforcement dog trainer for structured group dog walks & dog socialization at 6:30pm, once a week from October to April around the Pheonix West Valley. See events at: https://furbabiesandfriendsaz.com/pet-care-services-phoenix/dog-training-classes-and-events/ · Listed price: $10.00
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Fear and confidence
- Reactivity training
Program details
4-week leash reactivity training program in Glendale, AZ for dogs that bark, lunge, or react to people or other dogs on walks. Using positive reinforcement training, this program builds calm behavior, focus, and confidence for safer, more enjoyable walks. · Listed price: From $1,200.00
How training happens
- Day training
Program details
Professional dog day training in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas where the trainer works directly with your dog to build obedience, focus, and better manners. Ideal for busy pet parents who want faster progress with structured positive reinforcement training. · Listed price: $1,500.00
Advanced dog day training in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas for dogs ready to strengthen obedience, reliability, and behavior skills. Your trainer works directly with your dog using positive reinforcement to build consistent results in real life situations. · Listed price: $2,750.00
Puppy day training in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas designed to build early obedience, social skills, and confidence. Your trainer works directly with your puppy using positive reinforcement to establish good habits and make training easier for the family. · Listed price: $900.00
- Group classes
Program details
Positive reinforcement group dog training classes in Glendale designed to improve obedience, manners, and focus around distractions. Classes include beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels in a structured training environment that helps dogs build reliable skills around real world distractions. · Listed price: $250.00
A 4-week beginner dog scent training class for dogs who love to sniff and search. This class builds confidence, focus, and mental enrichment through beginner nose work games, food search foundations, handler observation, and simple scent activities. Class held in Glendale and Peoria AZ parks. · Listed price: $150.00
- In-home training
- Online or virtual training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Pack walks
- Private training
Dog age
- Adult dogs
- Puppies
Program details
Quick 15 minute puppy potty break visit in Glendale, AZ and nearby West Valley neighborhoods. Perfect for puppies, senior dogs, or dogs that need a quick bathroom break during the workday. Includes potty break, short walk, and basic check-in. · Listed price: $20.00
- Senior dogs
Training level
- Advanced training
- Beginner training
Support between sessions
- Homework and practice
Dog sports
- Scent work
Program details
Private scent training for dogs who enjoy sniffing, searching, and problem-solving. This 3-session program introduces beginner scent games, food search foundations, confidence-building exercises, and simple home setups for ongoing enrichment. · Listed price: $375.00
- Trick training
Program details
Fun and engaging trick training for dogs in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. Available through private in-home training or 4 week group classes. Positive reinforcement training teaches tricks like spin, bow, shake, and more while building confidence and focus. · Listed price: From $150.00
Dog size
- Large dogs
Program details
Get your dog a quick bath and blow dry or opt for a squeaky-clean full bathing service in a climate controlled private grooming shop. Our unique dog grooming set up in Arrowhead Ranch in Glendale, AZ allows for individualized, private, cageless and stress-free bathing for all size dogs. · Listed price: From $50.00
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Training approach
- Positive reinforcement
Additional services
- Boarding
Program details
Dog bath and blow dry add-on available with dog boarding services in Glendale. Your dog can go home clean and fresh after their stay with a gentle bath, drying, and light brushing. · Listed price: From $35.00
Small group in-home dog boarding in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas where dogs stay in a home environment with personalized care. Limited capacity helps ensure dogs receive attention, structure, and a comfortable stay. · Listed price: $60.00
- Daycare
- Dog walking
Program details
Flexible 30 minute dog walking service in Glendale, AZ and nearby West Valley communities. Perfect for occasional walks or busy workdays. Available for established FurBabies & Friends clients after the initial meet and greet. Includes exercise, potty break, and one-on-one attention. · Listed price: $30.00
Flexible 45 minute dog walking service in Glendale and surrounding Phoenix West Valley areas. Ideal for dogs that need extra exercise, enrichment, and attention during the day. Available for established FurBabies & Friends clients after completing the initial meet and greet. · Listed price: $35.00
Extended 60 minute dog walking visits serving Glendale, Peoria, and nearby West Valley neighborhoods. Perfect for high energy dogs that benefit from longer walks, exercise, and enrichment. Available for established FurBabies & Friends clients after the initial meet and greet. · Listed price: $45.00
Midday dog walking visits in Glendale, AZ and surrounding West Valley communities. Perfect for dogs that need exercise, enrichment, and a potty break while their pet parents are at work. Available as 30, 45, or 60 minute professional dog walking visits. · Listed price: From $25.00
Daily dog walking service in Glendale, AZ and nearby West Valley communities. Perfect for busy pet parents who want their dog exercised while they are at work. Available as scheduled weekly 30, 45, or 60 minute dog walking visits with a trusted professional dog walker. · Listed price: From $25.00
- Grooming
Program details
Full service dog bath grooming in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. Includes bath, blow dry, brushing, and basic grooming care in a private cage-free grooming studio where your dog receives calm one-on-one attention. · Listed price: From $50.00
Other listed services
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- Dog Door Training
Program details
Dog door training in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas to help dogs confidently learn how to use a doggie door. Positive reinforcement training teaches dogs when and how to safely enter and exit the home while preventing confusion or hesitation. · Listed price: $375.00
- Group Dog School - 6 Weeks
Program details
Positive reinforcement group dog training classes in Glendale designed to improve obedience, manners, and focus around distractions. Classes include beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels in a structured training environment that helps dogs build reliable skills around real world distractions. · Listed price: $250.00
- Front Door Boundary & Doorbell Training
Program details
Doorbell and front door training in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas for dogs that bark, rush the door, or get overstimulated when guests arrive. Positive reinforcement training teaches calm greetings, impulse control, and reliable boundary behavior. · Listed price: $375.00
- New Dog Introduction Training
Program details
New dog introduction training in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas designed to help dogs safely meet and adjust to a new puppy or second dog in the home. Includes temperament evaluation, structured introductions in neutral spaces, and guidance to build a calm multi-dog household. · Listed price: $375.00
- Dog Training in Glendale
Program details
Professional dog training in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas using positive reinforcement methods. Programs include puppy training, obedience, behavior modification, and private in-home sessions designed to build reliable skills and better communication. · Listed price: From $130.00
- 30 Minute Dog Walk - Scheduled Weekly
Program details
Reliable 30 minute dog walking visits in Glendale, AZ and surrounding West Valley communities. Perfect for midday exercise, potty breaks, and mental stimulation while you are at work. A professional dog walker ensures your dog stays active, happy, and well cared for. · Listed price: $25.00
- 45 Minute Dog Walk - Scheduled Weekly
Program details
Extended 45 minute dog walking service in Glendale, AZ and nearby areas. Ideal for energetic dogs that need extra exercise, enrichment, and attention during the day. Professional dog walkers provide structured walks that support your dog’s health and behavior. · Listed price: $30.00
- 60 Minute Dog Walk - Scheduled Weekly
Program details
Premium 60 minute dog walking service in Glendale, AZ and surrounding West Valley neighborhoods. Perfect for high energy dogs that need longer walks, exercise, and enrichment. Professional dog walkers keep your dog active, engaged, and mentally stimulated. · Listed price: $40.00
- Dog Exercise Visits
Program details
Structured dog exercise visits in Glendale, AZ for dogs that need additional physical activity and mental stimulation. These longer walks help burn energy, improve behavior, and keep active dogs healthy and happy during the day. · Listed price: From $25.00
- 15 Minute Dog Potty Break Visit – In Home
Program details
Quick 15 minute in-home dog potty break visit in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. Perfect for puppies, senior dogs, or midday bathroom breaks. Includes potty break, water refill, and short interaction to keep pets comfortable while you are away. · Listed price: $20.00
- 10 Minute Small Animal Care Visit
Program details
Quick in-home small animal care visit in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas for pets like rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles, birds, or fish. Includes feeding, water refill, habitat check, and basic care for low maintenance pets while you are away. · Listed price: $15.00
- 30 Minute Drop-In Pet Sitting Visit – In Home
Program details
30 minute drop-in pet sitting visit in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. Includes feeding, medication if needed, potty breaks, walks or playtime, water refill, and attentive care to keep pets comfortable at home. Base price includes care for up to 3 pets. · Listed price: $30.00
- 45 Minute Drop In Pet Sitting Visit
Program details
Extended 45 minute drop-in pet sitting visit in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. Perfect for pets that need extra attention, exercise, or companionship while their family is away. Includes feeding, potty breaks, playtime, and care. Base price includes 3 pets. · Listed price: From $35.00
- 60 Minute Drop-In Pet Sitting Visit – In Home
Program details
60 minute in-home pet sitting visit in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. Ideal for pets needing longer walks, playtime, or extra attention. Includes feeding, medication if needed, potty breaks, enrichment, and personalized care. Base price includes 3 pets. · Listed price: $40.00
- 12 Hour Overnight Pet Sitting – In Home
Program details
12 hour overnight pet sitting in your home in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. A trusted pet sitter stays overnight to keep pets comfortable in their familiar environment with feeding, potty breaks, companionship, and routine care. Base price includes 3 pets. · Listed price: $100.00
- 18 Hour Overnight Pet Sitting – In Home
Program details
18 hour in-home overnight pet sitting in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas providing extended companionship and care. Ideal for pets that need more supervision, comfort, and consistent routine while their pet parents are away. Base price includes 3 pets. · Listed price: $150.00
- 23 Hour Overnight Pet Sitting – In Home
Program details
Nearly full day in-home pet sitting in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas for pets that need maximum care and companionship. Your pet stays comfortable in their own home with feeding, walks, potty breaks, and attentive care. Base price includes 3 pets. · Listed price: $200.00
- Hourly Pet Sitting – In Home
Program details
Hourly in-home pet sitting in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas for pets needing extended supervision or care. Perfect for longer visits, special needs pets, or households with multiple animals requiring extra attention. Base rate includes 3 pets and pet sitters booked for at least 2 hours. · Listed price: $30.00
- Vacation Pet Sitting – In Your Home
Program details
Vacation pet sitting in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas so pets stay comfortable in their own home while you travel. Services include drop-in visits, feeding, walks, medication if needed, and overnight care options. Base price includes care for up to 3 household pets. · Listed price: From $30.00
- Cat Sitting – In Your Home
Program details
Professional cat sitting in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas with drop-in visits for feeding, litter box care, medication if needed, and companionship. Base price includes care for up to 3 household pets. · Listed price: From $30.00
- Dog bathing and blow dry
Program details
Dog bath and blow dry grooming in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. Your dog receives a thorough wash, gentle drying, and personalized one-on-one care in a private, cage-free grooming environment designed for comfort and safety. · Listed price: From $35.00
- Dog ear cleaning
Program details
Dog ear cleaning service in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas to help remove debris and maintain healthy ears. Gentle cleaning helps prevent buildup, irritation, and infections while keeping your dog comfortable. · Listed price: $10.00
- Dog nail trimming
Program details
Dog nail trimming service in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. Gentle nail clipping or grinding helps keep your dog comfortable, protects paws, and prevents overgrown nails that can affect walking and joint health. · Listed price: $15.00
- Dog teeth brushing
Program details
Dog teeth brushing service in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas to support better oral hygiene and fresher breath. Gentle brushing helps reduce plaque buildup and maintain your dog’s dental health. · Listed price: $10.00
- Dog Deshedding Treatment
Program details
Professional dog deshedding treatment in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas designed to reduce loose fur and improve coat health. Includes specialized brushing and grooming techniques to help manage seasonal shedding. · Listed price: From $25.00
- Dog Ear Hair Removal (Ear Plucking)
Program details
Dog ear hair removal service in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas for breeds that require ear plucking as part of regular grooming care. Helps maintain healthy ear canals and reduce buildup. · Listed price: From $10.00
- Dog Sanitary Trim
Program details
Dog sanitary trim grooming in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas to help keep sensitive areas clean and comfortable. Gentle grooming improves hygiene and prevents matting or irritation. · Listed price: $10.00
- Dog Blueberry Facial Treatment
Program details
Blueberry facial treatment for dogs in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. This gentle facial cleanse helps remove tear stains, brighten the face, and leave your dog smelling fresh. · Listed price: $10.00
- Dog Paw Pad & Foot Trimming
Program details
Dog paw pad and foot trimming in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas to remove excess hair and keep paws clean and comfortable. Helps prevent matting and improves traction for safer walking. · Listed price: $15.00
- Mobile Dog Nail Trimming – In Home
Program details
Mobile dog nail trimming in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. A professional groomer visits your home to trim or grind your dog’s nails in a calm, familiar environment ideal for anxious or reactive dogs. · Listed price: $35.00
- Dog Pawdicure – Nail Trim & Polish
Program details
Dog pawdicure service in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas including nail trim and optional polish. Perfect for pet parents who want their dog’s nails neatly trimmed with a fun finishing touch. · Listed price: $25.00
- House Sitting & Home Care Service
Program details
Professional house sitting and home care service in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. While caring for your pets, we also help keep your home secure by bringing in mail, rotating lights, watering plants, and maintaining a lived-in appearance. · Listed price: $30.00
- Pet Transportation – 30 Minute Service
Program details
Pet transportation service in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas. Safe and reliable rides for your pet to vet appointments, grooming, daycare, boarding, or other destinations when you need an extra helping hand. · Listed price: $25.00
- Pet Transportation – 60 Minute Service
Program details
Extended pet transportation service in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas for longer trips to vet appointments, grooming visits, boarding facilities, or other pet related destinations. Safe, reliable transport for your pet. · Listed price: $50.00
- Pet photography
Program details
Pet and family photography sessions in Glendale and Phoenix West Valley areas capturing beautiful moments with your pets. Perfect for seasonal photo shoots, special occasions, and creating lasting memories with your furry family members. · Listed price: From $30.00
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You stated on Next door you also do mobile grooming?
Edited - we no longer provide full mobile grooming services. But we do offer mobile nail trimming and grinding. The rest of our grooming bathing and deshedding is done in a climate controlled garage at my house. We do not offer breed specific cuts or shaves
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- Helpful team 29
- Grooming 25
- Pet sitting 14
- Positive reinforcement 6
- Fearful dog training 5
- Picture updates 5
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- Leash training 4
- Dog socialization 3
- Text updates 3
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I can’t say enough great things about FurBabies & Friends! Finding a team this professional, caring, and consistent has been a game‑changer. The daily photos and updates while I’m away show my dog genuinely happy and relaxed—something I’ve never seen with other boarding or care f…Read full reviewClose full review
I can’t say enough great things about FurBabies & Friends! Finding a team this professional, caring, and consistent has been a game‑changer. The daily photos and updates while I’m away show my dog genuinely happy and relaxed—something I’ve never seen with other boarding or care facilities. Their home‑sitting service is affordable and removes all the stress from travel. Special shout‑out to the amazing Becca McCormick! She gives my Bernie the full VIP treatment—playtime, cuddles, meals, and even homemade treats. He adores her, and I trust her completely. This company truly embodies the values they promote, and Becca is the perfect example of that. They truly walk the talk! Love you guys.
So patient and kind! Kristie takes the time with my girls during their nail trims to make them feel safe. She also takes time to educate me on how to be the best pet parent I can be!
Kristie came into our lives at a time of need. It was hard finding a force-free trainer, especially with a pitbull in the mix. She worked with me and my spouse to build a plan that suited our goals for a more harmonious life after bringing 2 rescues into our home. She was very up…Read full reviewClose full review
Kristie came into our lives at a time of need. It was hard finding a force-free trainer, especially with a pitbull in the mix. She worked with me and my spouse to build a plan that suited our goals for a more harmonious life after bringing 2 rescues into our home. She was very upfront and honest about expectations with our training goals for our pups and didn't try to upsell any of her services that didn't align with our training plan. Having her come in and do a full hour evaluation in home with our pups rather than meeting them in a high stress area outside the home was also really beneficial. It has been 2 years now working with Kristie and we have seen amazing improvements with our pups. We recommend her regularly to pet owners for her many services!
It was very difficult to find a positive reinforcement only trainer. Kristie fits the bill. She has helped us train our large chocolate lab from a wild boy to a good listener and leash walker. We couldn’t be more happy with the results! We did a few private sessions and her puppy training program. Will use her for our next one.
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