Desert Sky K9
10683 W Rancho Dr, Glendale, AZ 85307
Overview
Desert Sky K9 is primarily a dog training facility in Glendale, AZ with over 30 years of experience. While they offer boarding services (listed as Dog Boarding Only with no training), the website focuses heavily on their training programs including puppy training, behavior modification, service dog training, and protection dog training. They use positive reinforcement methods with no shock or e-collars, and offer complimentary 1-on-1 consultations.
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What Reviews Say
94 reviews analyzedDesert Sky K9 is highly regarded for its 'Board and Train' programs, with many owners reporting dramatic improvements in leash manners and reactivity using positive reinforcement methods. While the vast majority of clients feel like family and praise the lifetime handling lessons, a small cluster of reviews raises serious concerns regarding safety incidents and unprofessional phone consultations. Overall, it is a family-run facility that specializes in high-energy and 'difficult' breeds like Malinois and Rottweilers.
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Allegation of a dog death/loss
“I would NEVER board and train here after they just lost a dog that was later found dead!”
Alleged injury/bite during stay
“she had puncture marks near her hind end as if she was bit by another dog a day or so before we picked her up.”
Behavioral regression/aggression after training
“He came back a very aggressive dog... His aggression is towards kids, adults, male, females. This was never a prpblem.before we sent him.”
Unprofessional phone demeanor/criticizing competitors(3 mentions)
“She spoke bad about other trainers... I felt like I was spoken down to and told what to do.”
Service dog training efficacy(2 mentions)
“the training they did for her was training we could have done at Petsmart... This does not meet the requirements of a service dog.”
Top Rated
4.7 stars from 96+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 96 reviews.
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