Most Recommended Dog Training Service in Palos Verdes Peninsula
Discover why discerning pet owners in Rolling Hills, Rancho Palos Verdes, and nearby communities recommend Anita’s Loving Pet Services for lasting behavioral transformation and peace at home.
Referral-only for 15 years
Why local families recommend ALPS
It all started when my brother begged me to take on his two 9 month old puppies, one a German Shepard and the other, a Siberian Husky. They were totally out of control and not trained. Being the animal lover that I am, My husband and I decided to adopt the dogs and to take on the challenge. These huge puppies were wild, rambunctious, and defiant. The husky chewed up two of our couches, baby grand piano, amongst a host of various items in our home as well as destroyed our yard. We were at our wits end. I needed someone to train them and keep up with their energy. I found Anita's Loving Pet Services on the Internet. She and her husband, Mike are a God send to us. They trained our dogs; take them on walks and outings. They completely socialized our dogs. They pet sit and take care of our home when we are out of town. They are Christians and love the Lord. They are reliable, honest, and responsible. They treat your pets as if it was theirs. I would give my highest recommendation to Anita and Mike without any reservations. I am thankful that they are part of our lives.
Anita and Mike are the best. My dog loves them both. He waits by the door for them to come every morning. He is getting to be so much easier to handle. They are such good trainers and exercisers. I recommend them very highly.
Our two big Golden Retrievers wait by the front window for Anita to arrive because they love to spend time with her. When we first agreed to work with her, Anita worked patiently with us AND our dogs, teaching us to teach them to sit and stay and come and heel. And then she agreed to work with them on socialization adding them to what I can only describe as her pack. Several times a week she comes and loads Juno and Bailey in her car along with a dozen other local dogs and takes them to an open area where they can chase balls and play with each other, and learn to come and stay and wait on command. She is firm and patient and loving with the dogs, providing hugs and treats along with instruction, and the dogs have a ball. Ours come home pooped and nap for a couple of hours. Anita has been a wonderful addition to our household, a friend to our dogs and us. We recommend her highly.
Anita is an incredible dog trainer. My previously anti social, stubborn Yorkie is a super star after just a few weeks. She can now be trusted off leash, and thinks this training thing is the most fun ever. All 8 pounds of her attention is now focused on me, even in the midst of her 8 training buddies. No more inciting craziness, barking or ignoring me on our walks. Anita is a clear, disciplined trainer who clearly loves, and is loved by all dogs. She's the best.
Update!!! My dogs have just excelled walking with Mike. My malamute husky was such a scared little girl when I got her. She is more trusting with meeting new people, she doesn't have a meltdown when we encounter bikes and she looks out the window waiting for Mike to come for their walk. I currently have a foster that Mike takes out and she is just happy as a clam. Your dogs will be more than thrilled with Anita and Mike.
Dear Anita and Mike, Thank you for the amazing improvement in our dogs' behaviors. Puddy and Stella are so much better on a leash now. They interact with strangers better, too. Our two rescue dogs are finally cuddly because of your loving attention.
Dear Anita, I am writing this recommendation so you can use this for future clients as a reference of your character, wisdom and experience. Anita is a truly ethical, honorable and delightful person to work with. She has been assisting me with my pets for over 3 years. I have also given her referrals when she is active in Real Estate. She is professional, always calls back and is very caring. She has a high level of experience with animals, can read them, know their behavior and is able to handle any emergency situation that arises. I highly recommend her to be on anyone's team.
Mike walks my two dogs, Spike and Dudley, five days a week and does an excellent job. Dudley is large and likes to be in control. Mike has worked with Dudley and Dudley has greatly improved on his walks. When Mike has seen something different with the dogs, he lets me know so we can address the problem. Since Mike has been walking the dogs five days a week, both are a lot calmer when I arrive home. Whatever he is doing, it works. I would recommend Mike to anyone requesting a dog walker and pet sitter. He is awesome.
I found Anita quite by accident. She was working with two dogs in our neighborhood and I inquired about her services. My lucky day. She has been working with our babies, a young yellow lab and a rescue border collie for several months now. Although our dogs are very sweet, they had no manners and were out of control. With a firm but very loving touch, she has transformed our dogs into respectful and obedient dogs. At 70 years old, I can safely walk them with a loose leash without fear of being pulled. They know their basic commands and come when called. What a blessing Anita has been for me and my husband.
Wow, just wow. I have been using Anita and her husband Mike to take care of all my cats and guinea pigs and a bird for a little over 12 years. They are licensed, insured and bonded which always made me very happy. Anita and Mike have a love for animals. Pricing is fair. I enjoy the updates and peace of mind they give me when I am out of town. Their communication is excellent.
Anita and Mike are wonderful. Reliable, honest and a pleasure. I recommend them to anyone who needs pet sitting.
Lord, please use us as instruments of Your grace and love. May we be forever faithful in using our God given time, talents and treasures to make the lives of people and their pets better day by day.
Wow, Anita has done an incredible job training our rescue pup who was initially very fearful and reactive to other dogs. She was understanding and attentive to our needs and those of our pup. What is incredible is that she was able to bring her old clients with their pups to train him. We truly can't recommend her enough.
Anita and her method of training is loving, compassionate, and kind. Our new puppy can't wait to see her when she comes to train. Anita has taught us how to train with consistency and patience. We are so happy with the results. We have a well mannered, social and most importantly safe dog who will come, sit, stay, heel and wait.
We feel very fortunate to have found Anita and Mike for our pups, a yellow lab and a rescue dog. Our rescue displayed anxiety and fear which made walking him difficult. Anita and Mike kept trying new ways to tackle the challenges and their persistence and patience paid off. Our rescue is better adjusted than ever before and no longer displays strange behaviors. We truly cannot be happier.
We absolutely adore and are so grateful for Mrs. Anita. We rescued our dog and went through multiple trainers before finding her. Our pup had behavioral issues and was causing constant chaos in our home. Anita changed our dog. She is calmer, loves walks, and is much better behaved in our home. Anita gave us the tools to teach good behavior. Thanks to Anita, our pup now enjoys play dates with multiple other dogs. She is the best in the business.
