Four Paws Inn

Large dogs required to wear muzzles, labeled as aggressive

“If you have a dog over 100 pounds they will be labeled as aggressive if they so much as look in the wrong direction”

Outdated/aversive training methods (collar yanking, bitter spray)

“The instructor, daughter of the owner, yanks on the collar of the dog, & pulls the training collar so high on the dog's neck until it's so uncomfortable that the dog is forced to sit down”

Kennel cough outbreaks without proper notification

“When I called Four Paws to inform them, their response was 'we've had a few calls about sick dogs'...really?! Why would you not inform owners AND shut down for cleaning”

Injuries to dogs during daycare/boarding (torn paw pads, bruises)

“Both of her front pads were torn the skin lifted and hanging off”

Rough handling of dogs (dragging by neck, rope collar)

“Saw dragging him by neck and spray him in face with something when he barked. Then in front of me tied him up with rope collar so he couldn't breathe”

Large dog discrimination/muzzle requirements(3 mentions)

“They aren't a fan of bigger dogs, my dog has never been aggressive in his life and that's how 4 paws labeled him. He is very playful and friendly and has never harmed anyone. 4 paws wanted us to muzzle our dog”

Training methods too correction-based(4 mentions)

“The lower level obedience classes taught by Lisa Marie and Caitlin focus on corrections. In no way, shape or form could these classes be considered a positive approach to obedience training”

Kennel cough outbreaks not communicated(3 mentions)

“I understand kennel cough is a risk with daycare, however I am extremely disappointed in how this matter was handled and will not be returning”

Training not effective/poor value(2 mentions)

“I paid $1250 and there was no noticeable change in his behavior”

Senior dog care concerns(2 mentions)

“While this is a great place for dog training and has very nice staff, I do not recommend for boarding, especially a senior dog”