Tug Dogs - Elverta, California

Carly Siglock

I think Erin with Tug Dogs is the 11th trainer that we contacted for help with our sweet but very sensitive 5 year-old dog. She is the only one who actually helped us make progress. She did this by teaching us how to recognize our dog’s emotions so that we can make sure to help him feel safe, which resulted in a significant decrease in his problematic behaviors. My dog is a much happier and more well-adjusted version of himself thanks to Erin guiding us on how to best support him. She has truly changed his life, and ours, and I could not be more grateful to her. I trust no one more than her when it comes to dog behavior.

Gloria Yueh

This positive review has been due for a long time. Loba has been one of Erin and Tug Dogs team's clients since he was 7 months old. Debby, Loba’s big sister, joined us when she was 2 years old.

We sent Loba to Tug Dogs for a 3-week board and train program 3 years ago, followed by twice-weekly daycare and boarding whenever we needed to be out of town. He has come such a long way, from being a timid, fear-aggressive dog to becoming dog-friendly and able to socialize with guests visiting our home under our guidance. We never thought these days could happen, but our dream came true with the tremendous help from Erin and the Tug Dogs team.

They also offered customized new dog introduction lessons when we knew Loba desperately needed a companion. They helped us introduce Debby to our family and settle them into their new environment smoothly. Now, Loba and Debby are best friends forever, and I can’t imagine anything separating them.

If you are struggling to get your life back in order, need peace of mind with dog training, daycare, and boarding, we cannot recommend trainer Erin and Tug Dogs highly enough. She saved my boy’s life from behavioral euthanasia and brought our life back on track. Now, we can go to restaurants, camping, dog parks, and anywhere else that is dog-friendly with our two fur babies. Our dream wouldn’t have come true without their professional help.

Megan Hamano

Tug Dogs and owner Erin was one of the best finds in our first-time dog parent experience. We began with trainer Rebecca on some foundational training for our puppy, Bandon. These days we take him to Tug Dogs for doggy daycare 2 - 3 times per week, as well as for boarding. To say we have peace-of-mind when our dog is at Tug Dogs is an understatement! We know he is safe, having a total blast, and getting all of his high-energy needs met running, wrestling, and swimming with the other pups. Erin is incredibly knowledgeable and takes great care in grouping the right pups for play, and knows/helps reinforce everything we’re working on behavior-wise. She’s also great at posting regular updates and we love being able to see what he’s up to during the day! Our dog is incredibly friendly and well-socialized with other dogs and we know it is all because of the positive experiences he has with all his doggy friends at Tug Dogs. Highly recommend Erin and her team!!

Jenni Thompson

Finding Tug Dogs has absolutely been the best thing for my boy Joey and myself. Erin and her team have worked wonders with Joey, who went from shy and anxious, to an outgoing and much more confident dog. I use Tug Dogs for their boarding, daycare, and specialized training. Not only is Joey growing and gaining confidence, I am learning a tremendous amount about how to love and care for Joey the ways that will benefit him most. Everyone who knew Joey from when he came to live with me and see him now always tell me how different he is - in only the best ways. That is thanks to Tug Dogs and their incredible methods of listening to a dogs needs and then finding ways to meet those needs. A huge, ongoing, thank you to Erin and Rebecca for all you do for both of us!! I could not recommend Tug Dogs more wholeheartedly!

cathryn hunley

Ongoing socialization is crucial for the well-being of most pups. Tug Dogs provides a safe setting for just that. I am not a fan of dog parks and feel comfortable leaving Theo with Erin for the day. He absolutely loves spending time with her and the playful four-legged friends. We love Tug Dogs!

Kimberly Miyasaki

Erin and the Tug Dogs staff have been a huge, amazing help for my reactive dog. We've gotten coaching on training techniques, advice, troubleshooting and board and train and every time I've seen clear improvement in my dog's behavior and walked away with a solid understanding of how to continue the work. I have complete confidence in Tug Dogs and highly recommend them!

Terra Colson (Wholistic Canine)

As a local trainer, I greatly appreciate connecting with fellow trainers in the community. My history with Erin goes way back to her Puppy Love Dogs days before she established Tug Dogs. Erin played a pivotal role in shaping my training career, and I owe much of my growth to her expertise.

While I admit that I initially took a different path and learned some lessons the hard way, I now realize the incredible value Erin has brought since the beginning of my journey. Her contributions have been truly remarkable.

Janel Morinaga

My pup, Luka, did a board and train with Erin. It was peace of mind to know while on vacation, Luka was in the great hands. Luka got to have play dates and pool parties, as well as work on his behavior. Erin is very knowledgeable and her calm energy really helped my boy. Luka and I both have learned so much and are living more balanced lives as a result. Thank you Tug Dogs!