WHAT-A-CANINE LLC

If you’re looking for a dog trainer you can genuinely trust, I can’t say enough good things about what-a-canine. One of the biggest things people don’t realize about the dog training world is how important it is to know other good trainers. This industry has a wide range of skill levels, and being able to recognize who truly understands dogs versus who just “gets by” is everything. That’s why I pay very close attention to who I respect in this space—and the trainers at what-a-canine are absolutely on that list. They are awesome people first and foremost—professional, down-to-earth, and clearly passionate about what they do. But beyond that, they have rock-solid fundamentals in dog training. That’s what really separates great trainers from average ones. Anyone can teach a dog to sit, but understanding timing, pressure, communication, and how to build clarity for the dog in real-world situations? That takes experience and true knowledge—and they have it. Their approach is structured, consistent, and built on principles that actually last. They’re not just putting a temporary band-aid on behaviors—they’re creating real, reliable results that owners can live with long-term. That’s something I always look for when recommending or speaking highly of another trainer. It’s rare to find trainers who not only get results but also do it the right way, and what-a-canine checks both boxes. If you’re considering training and want a team that knows what they’re doing and genuinely cares about the outcome, you will not be disappointed.

I just finished my 4th training for my dog Ziggy, and the difference is just amazing! I am walking him now instead of him walking me, as one of my neighbors said. Anthony is such a great trainer! Even on my first session, he was able to train my dog to walk so much more calmly than ever before, along with showing me what I needed to do. And his training encouraged us to go out to more public places, to expose him to different environments, which was great. I highly recommend Anthony at What-A-Canine if you’re needing training for your pup.

Theresa is truly amazing — the only person I trust with my dogs. She has been grooming Cricket since she was a puppy and played such a huge role in getting her comfortable with the entire process. Because of Theresa’s patience, kindness, and skill, Cricket is now completely calm and confident during her baths and blow-drying. You can tell she genuinely cares about the dogs she works with. She takes her time, builds trust, and makes the experience positive instead of stressful. It’s such a relief knowing my dogs are not only beautifully groomed but also treated with love and respect. I wouldn’t take them anywhere else. Highly, highly recommend Theresa!

Theresa is hands down the best groomer out there! She’s so wonderful with my senior (and sometimes crazy) dog that we followed her to this new location, even though it’s further from home. I can’t recommend her enough! Everyone we encountered today was friendly and welcoming, and thanks to the excellent care they provided, we are now loyal customers. Thank you for taking such great care of our four-legged babies!