Reviews
“Alex and Kelli have been an amazing resource for our rescue!”
Alex and Kelli have been an amazing resource for our rescue! Many of our rescue pups have come from a one of the many Southern Cal shelters. Alex and Kelli give our fosters and adopters the tools needed to make adjustments to their routines, the way they interact with the pups, and the way they handle “sassy” behaviors (resource guarding, separation anxiety, unpredictable nipping, etc). Their approach to training has been very effective – they do an initial consultation in home (within the Los Angeles area) or virtually. From there a program is developed and shared with the humans, progress is shared via text, uploaded videos. There are regular check ins with Kelli and Alex. What is really nice is they are always available if something needs to be addressed real time. We absolutely love their philosophy and approach “often times people put so much pressure / excessive expectations on dogs when we just need to find a connection naturally like we do at work, in our neighborhood, at the park, etc.” Highly recommend The Grateful Dog, we are so very grateful for the gift they have given to our “sassy” pups - the opportunity to smooth out their rough edges and to find their happily ever after. Can we give The Grateful Dog more than 5 stars?
Bichon Rescue Brigade Partner "Not only great at training dogs but wonderful at helping us humans understand..."
Alex and Kelli have saved me countless times with taking care of my dog. They have both worked for rescues for years and they look out for and love all animals. They have helped me with my own dog and they are the ones I turn to when I have questions about a dog issue. I have watched them work with countless difficult dogs and they really get to the root of the problem and turn the dog’s behavior around. They are not only great at training dogs but wonderful at helping us humans understand the reasons behind the techniques they use so that we can apply them at home and in unanticipated situations. I can’t say enough about these two and my dog loves them!
Angela Client
"His behavior is much calmer"
Alex watched my dog Cliff for a couple of days and was amazing. He taught Cliff the "stay command" and to this day Cliff still knows the command and gave me tons of tips while also showing me videos of all of the training he did so I could continue to reinforce it! Another time I had a behavioral assessment with Alex because Cliff was getting mouthy while playing. A few months have gone by since then and Cliff's mouthiness behavior has significantly reduced and his behavior is much calmer
Arianna Client “Their gentle approach is very effective—not only for the animals but for me.”
Kelli and Alex are the best! They have helped me while working with a foster dog who resource guards me from my own dog. Their gentle approach is very effective not only for the animals but for me. They follow up and give specific steps to alter behaviors that are easy to utilize in a high stress situation. I highly recommend them! They’re dog whisperers ❤️
Kendra Client
"I don't trust anyone else with my dogs"
Kelli and Alex are the BEST with dogs. My dogs are very specific rescues that aren't very trusting. But when my dogs are with Kelli and Alex, they warm up so quickly. K&A are able to take them around other dogs (something I can't even get them to do), they do better on walks, and they have so much fun at Kelli and Alex's. I don't trust anyone else with my dogs except these two amazing humans.
Paige Client "Our dog has immensely improved her skills"
Alex and Kelli are truly the best in the biz! We have been using their services (walking, sitting and training) for over 5 years, and they love our dog like she's their own. Since working with Alex and Kelli, our dog has immensely improved her skills in on the leash, listening to commands and not reacting to other dogs that approach her. This type of trust and care is so rare to find, and we highly recommend their services (in fact we already have to many friends and family)!
Jen Client
"A valuable asset to our family"
We have been using Alex's services for years and there's no one I trust with our dogs more than him. He is compassionate and patient with our pups and always has amazing insight and tips for us to help improve our dogs behavior. We've noticed significant improvement with our new puppies day to day living; everything from crating, to walking well on a leash to potty training. Alex gives us thorough notes and reports on their current status as well as tips and ways to always improve. He's a valuable asset to our family with a vast amount of knowledge and experience and I don't know where we'd be without him!
Christina & Jake Clients "We trust them implicitly with our dog"
Alex and Kelli are the absolute best. Best humans, best dog trainers, best EVERYTHING. We trust them implicitly with our dog.
Josie Client
"They come home as polite creatures"
I couldn't recommend Alex more! I've boarded my dogs, a French Bulldog and English Bulldog, with him, and the minute we arrive they jump excitedly out of the car; they know where to go and why they are there. At the end of thier boarding, they come home as polite creatures, happy and obedient!
Andrea Client “They are always phenomenal—so attentive, caring, professional, and have years of experience.”
THIS IS THE BEST PLACE! Truly if you love your doggies, this is where you take them if you need someone amazing to watch & care for them! We've taken our dogs to Alex & Kelli for years and they are always phenomenal - so attentive, caring, professional and have years of experience. I can't recommend them enough - definitely give them a call and start taking your doggies here!
Jace Client
“Exceptional Care”
Anyone close to us knows that our world revolves around our pup Olive. Luckily, when we adopted her from the foundation, we connected with Alex and Kelli, both of whom already had a relationship with her. We know when Olive gets her visits and walks from Alex and Kelli, she is thoroughly being looked after and treated like she’s one of their own. We couldn’t find more experienced and professional caretakers if we tried. For anyone who needs exceptional care and love for their dog, we 100% recommend Alex and Kelli!
Jenny + Alex Clients "Happy dog-self"
I trust Alex & Kelli with my fur-baby 100%. Without them, I don’t think I would ever go on vacation or see my family lol. First of all, they love all animals. They’ve shown this through fostering and their volunteer work with numerous organizations. They treat Oogie as if he were theirs. He’s never locked in a cage/room, he is free to wander about like his independent, happy dog-self.
Shasta Client
"So damn reliable"
Kelli & Alex are downright the best and I admire how much love they have for all animals, not just our sweet little guy. They care for our dog as if he is their own and somehow have time for other clients, dog rescuing, fostering and volunteering. I;m happy to report that they are always on time and have never missed a walk or visit when we have them in the books. If anything, we're the unreliable ones and they are always so patient with us! HAHAHA This is the easiest testimonial to write because they are so damn reliable, trustworthy, loving and so good at what they do!
Sacey + Jason Clients "Loving, attentive, and stimulating care"
When you are anxious to leave your dog…but are thrilled to see how excited he is to come here!! Loving, attentive, and stimulating care—thank you!
Shazi Client
"They're the best!"
Alex & Kelli are AMAZING and always do a fantastic job with watching & caring for our pups! Our dogs love them and are always so happy, well cared for & loved - I always give them my highest recommendations! They're the best!
Jason + Kim Clients "Thank-you for all you do!"
We cannot recommend Walks with Alex enough! You can always trust that your pet will be in the best of care while you're away. And you'll be able to see it in the photos shared! Alex and Kelli, thank-you for all you do!
Beth + Tyler Clients
"Would recommend to everyone"
Trustworthy and friendly dog boarding! My dog takes a lot of medication and is on a strict prescription diet. His health issues make him tough to care for, as he needs a lot of attention throughout the day (more than average water, bathroom trips, frequent meds/feedings). Alex and Kelli did an AMAZING job of catering to him and sent frequent updates so we knew he was getting the care he needs (and having fun!). Would recommend to everyone, we’re sooo excited to find dog sitters we can trust
Kim Client
