Zoom Room Reviews

Although we're satisfied with happily wagging tails, we love to hear from happy dog owners, too! The Zoom Room is committed to providing you with the very best dog training available.

Here are a few of the reviews, testimonials and class evaluations of our dog trainers.

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Beau and I really had a great time, I have been telling all our friends about it. - Francesca H.

We loved the obedience class. We have noticed a nice difference in our dog's behavior. She seems really ready to follow instructions now that she gets we expect things out of her. She is always eager to please us so that coupled with the training Ratna gave us has been great. Thanks again. So glad you are in the community. - Kathi E.

I have taken several classes from puppy training to obedience at several different locations. I can honestly say that my experience at Zoom Room Monterey Bay has far surpassed all of the other classes! My dog has learned a lot, I have learned a lot, we've both had fun, and we've both made new friends. Zoom Room Monterey Bay is professional, clean, organized, positive, and overall the best! My dog agrees and even sits eagerly by the door when we mention going to go see Ratna! I highly recommend the Zoom Room Monterey Bay! - Kimberly D.

Great class! Scooby learned so much in Obedience 2. We are on to Therapy Dog class next :) - Kari S.

My dog Kona and I have loved these classes. She gets excited about going to them. This was the perfect experience for my dog, an active Aussie. - Diane G.

I had a really great time! I've told lots of people and I'm sure some will partake. Thank you! - Kari W.

Both our dogs were enrolled and both had a fabulous experience. Ratna is a natural trainer! - Viki D.

Ratna is a great instructor! She is very patient with our young Airedale (and us). - Hayley S.

We all love Ratna! She is patient, understanding, and always positive. Ratna's instruction and care over the past 6 weeks has helped us set a great foundation for Koda and the rest of his life. We can't imagine our lives without the Zoom Room! - Clayton D.

I loved the Zoom Room and my Dog Harley did too! I took her there to try an agility class, and it was tons of fun. We plan on signing her up for more classes in the very near future. The trainers were very nice and helpful, they have a cute little shopping area with treats, toys , food and accessories. I bought a few cute little alligator treats that my dog loved. Over all a very pleasant experience: if my dog is happy then I am happy! - Mallory L.

The Zoom Room facility and instruction we received was fantastic. Gretchen was always providing positive reinforcement to both pets and owners. The addition of "high reward" treats for the more difficult obstacles was appreciated and very effective. The staff was always in good spirits and knew our names and those of our dogs after the first class. The facility was top notch. We can't wait to get Daisy into Agility 2 after spending some time in open gym reinforcing her Agility 1 skills. - Andrew & Mary C.

The instructor is very knowledgeable and patient. It was a great experience for both myself and my dog Toby. I found myself cheering for the other dogs in the class when they performed their tasks and learned new obstacles. Signed up and have completed Agility 2 and will be starting Obedience 2 next. Great way to learn new things with your dog. Toby is 7.....I 'm 65, who says old dogs can't learn new tricks!!! - Peg C.

Gretchen, thank you for your assistance in training me as well as Dave. Dave learned a lot in 6 weeks. Dave entered the class as a highly anxious puppy and finished the classes with a better attitude and less stressed. Dave learned to focus on me and less on the distractions. The greatest gift for me is that Dave learned the word "leave it". The word leave it has helped in many situations and has helped Dave become a much more focused dog. Dave loved coming to Zoom Room because of the rewards for good actions but the open space provided him more room and less stress. Thank you! We will be back. - Joanne S.

I really liked the agility class. It was well structured and fun to see the dogs progress over the weeks. Gretchen did a great job providing feedback/encouragement to both owners and dogs. - Jen M.

The Obedience 1 class  was amazing and helped our dog a great deal.  I'll definitely be bringing my dog back for more classes. - Marques B.

Agility 1 was a great experience for both me and my dog. Lots of fun and exercise for us both. It was especially helpful because it give my young dog both mental and physical stimulation and further strengthened our already strong bond. I'd recommend Agility 1 to everyone with a dog, but it's invaluable to people with young, smart, energetic dogs. Looking forward to more agility classes! - Brooke T.

Doing agility with my dog has been a great experience. We've completed agility 1 and are now at the end of agility 2. My dog and I both have a lot fun. It's a workout for my dog, plus my dog is learning a lot of good behaviors at class. One of the coolest things is that now, in agility, my dog is doing very well with little or no leash (inside the facility). It's also nice to lead the dogs in a positive reinforcement style learning process.  The instructor is awesome and very knowledgeable. Every time I go outside for a walk, my dog pulls in the direction of Zoom Room (no kidding). - Alex F.

Gretchen went above and beyond and gave me advice and tips for many concerns I had with my dog. She emailed me and also took extra time after class to help me and give me insight. She also followed up and asked how it was going with the problems she helped me address. I feel like she gave my dog extra attention and I appreciated that. - Valerie M.

I could tell a huge difference in my dogs behavior from the start to the finish. We still have things to work on but she has come such a long way! She loved coming to class and learning. Thank you so much! - Courtney C.

The Obedience 2 class was a great experience for us and Marley. We enjoyed it and feel that we both learned a lot. I'll definitely recommend to friends with dogs! - Henry M.

We love the Zoom Room! Such a supportive and professional staff. This is definitely not your average dog training or obedience class. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience "zooming" and look forward to another class soon. :) - Tobi C.

I thought it [Obedience 1] was great. Both Lucy and I learned a lot!! So very glad we did it.  :) Would definitely recommend to others. - Marlo P.

Zoom Room is a phenomenal facility supported by an excellent staff. The instructor is knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. Most importantly, it is an extremely fun experience and a great way to spend an hour with your munchkin. Everyone gets very excited when someone's dog makes even a little breakthrough. It's very sweet. I look forward to taking additional programs with Zoom Room. - Bryan H.

Awesome experience! Gretchen is top-notch! I have already signed up for Agility 2! - Stacy M.

I really appreciated how experienced and low key the instruction was. I will return for more private lessons. - Jill H.

Zoom Room is a much needed addition to the East Side of Milwaukee! It's wonderful to have such a convenient and nice, clean and cheerful place to take dogs for training and fun. - Brooke T.

There were very obvious and amazing changes in the behavior of several dogs during Obedience 1.  I think the classes are well worth the time. - Cindy S.

Lucy (the dog), the girls (my children) and I love coming to see Marnie at the Zoom Room. The place is perfectly suited for Lucy's shenanigans and we've received a lot of great advice and support from Marnie with our special girl.

-Stephanie G.

Marnie is great. She is friendly, engaging and seems to genuinely care about her charges (people and dogs). - Marcie

Marnie is great, with her positive, friendly personality. She makes you feel welcome and happy to be there. The training method works great, my pomeranian, Cocobear, has done better in Agility 1 then I expected. He loves going to class and follows me around on class day so I won’t forget him. I see a big improvement in his happiness meter!! - Lauren

I really appreciated Marnie's patience with Trigger and myself. She had the right diagnosis and prescriptions for what was bugging Trigger and what I should do to make corrections. I will continue to take future classes to improve Trigger's agility at Trigger's pace instead of my pace. Thanks for a fun filled experience for Trigger and myself. - Jeff

This class {Scent Discrimination} was so much fun, and I feel like Marnie really knew what she was doing and was concerned with each individual dog's needs, as well as us people. - Val

My dog, Ginger, gets psyched just pulling in the parking lot. She loves going! And, as an added bonus, I am by default finally learning my left from my right [in Agility]. Thanks Marnie for making it fun. - Marcie B.

It was relaxed, fun, and a great learning experience. We had such a good time we asked what we could take next so we could come back right away! Astute, well trained, compassionate, down to earth teacher. The best! -Barbara F.

LOVE this place! Not only is the staff fabulous but the services are unbeatable. I've shopped, attended a party, rented the facility for my dog aggressive Staffie to learn agility, taken a class, and hosted a Doggy Disco. Each experience was unique and awesome. Laura is an increadible trainer. She's full of energy, fun, and knowledge. If you want a place to have a great time with your dog, Zoom Room is it. - Melissa S.

I couldn't be any happier with the experience we've had at Zoom Room. I wish I could take my dog there everyday. All of the staff have been fun, friendly and helpful, and its a great environment to spend time with your dog. - Tony R.

I was so impressed with Laura! My dog has advanced tremendously in the six weeks he's been attending Obedience 1. I was lucky enough to score a Groupon and it was the best purchase I've made this year. I'll definitely be booking some privates to curb my dog's unwavering love for all things forbidden (shoes, cats, wires, small children, etc.) A clean, gorgeous facility and totally comfortable. Bonus: Intelligentsia coffee. Double bonus: guy at the front desk looks like a taller Elijah Wood. - Jenn D.

I've taken both Agility 1 and 2 with Laura and have had a blast! My little dog is smart, but kind of crazy, and agility has been a great way to let her blow off some steam and gain confidence. Laura keeps things moving right along, clearly loves the dogs and knows about positive reinforcement training. (I've trained several dogs with this method and in my opinion there is really no need for any other approach.) The retail store has a great selection of stuff too - good quality food brands and some chew toys you probably wouldn't find at, say, Petco. Easy parking and it's clean - recommend! - J.M.

My dog Zoe and I love Zoom Room! We've taken two classes there so far (Tricks and Agility) and have signed up for the Obedience 2 class starting soon. The location is perfect with plenty of free parking. The retail section has lots of healthy treats, toys and training tools. The training area has great equipment and space. Zoe and I really appreciate the positive approach to training. Laura and Jaime have been so great to work with! Zoe tends to be nervous in new places. After just one class, it was clear that Zoom Room is her favorite place to be! Now she pulls me from the car to go inside. The Zoom Room has offered me a great way to bond with my pooch, get her some exercise, and teach her excellent manners. I have nothing but good things to say about Zoom Room! It's been really fun taking classes and participating in the activities there. Thank you to Laura and Jaime for creating such a wonderful place for me and my dog! - Amanda H.

First off, let me say the location is great! It is easy to get to, clean, modern and roomy. They have an agility area, all kinds of classes, and also a little boutique on the side. Laura, the trainer at this location, was great! She's friendly, upbeat, and very knowledgeable. We are happy to say our pup passed the evaluation and that Laura was very honest and open about what areas he could improve on and if she thought our dog would do well in agility. Very cool place! They also hold a lot of events and things for you to come by and socialize - so keep your eyes peeled for upcoming events! Oh, I almost forgot - you can create a user account on their website and check the calendar, schedule sessions, make payments, and even upload your vaccination records... VERY cool. I can't wait to spend more time at this place! - Lisa L.

I can't say thank you enough for how you helped Hope. The difference in when she started and when the class ended just brings a tear to my eye and my heart smile. Hope was a rescue who was so afraid of people and shy around dogs. By the end of the first class there was already a difference in Hope. Now she is not only letting people pet her and give her snacks, she is letting people hold her. I could just see her confidence building with every class. I can't thank Laura enough for bringing out of Hope the confidence that was in her all along. This is truly remarkable! I can't wait for the next class to start. Thanks so much. - Patti

Laura is a wonderful teacher and her enthusiasm, patience and understanding of the learning process for both owner and their pets will keep us coming back for more! See you at the next class. - Nancy L.

I rescued a Boston terrier, Violet, about 3 months ago. Violet knew no commands, had spent much of her early days confined to a crate (she was a puppy mill mama), and had barely been on a leash when I adopted her. She also had aggression issues with other dogs, thanks to having been chewed on by larger male dogs most of her life. Suffice to say, I knew obedience class was much needed, but I was nervous to bring her. A friend had recommended Zoom Room's classes, and after visiting the facility and Laura, the trainer, I decided to go there. In six weeks, Violet transformed (flowered, if you will), and much of this is because of Laura. As an instructor, she knows how to teach the owner how to communicate with the dog. She understands a dog's thought pattern and process, which, as I learned, is everything to effectively communicating with your pup. I also like the philosophy of dog training at Zoom Room: less of the "let's totally exhaust your dog into submission" or "let's use various devices" and more of the "let's use the most delicious treats ever and stay one step ahead of your dog." This is a method I'm on board with, because I've seen it work with Violet. The facilities are sparkling, the staff friendly, and the prices reasonable. I am so pleased with Violet's progress that I plan to have her continue classes. I am a big fan! - Rachel V.

I love this place... and more importantly my dog does! He starts to pull me towards the door as soon as we walk across the parking lot... and... there's actually free, easy parking... where does that ever happen in L.A.? The gym is clean, spacious and loft-like and the people who run Zoom Room couldn't be nicer or more helpful. Laura, the trainer, is so knowledgeable and obviously loves the dogs and makes it a point of getting to know their quirks and 'problems'... and is quite generous in giving tips to help... even though we are just there for the Open Gym... not a class situation. Every dog is evaluated...and my dog is fearful of new situations, and Laura coaxed him through the agility course with so much patience. It is amazing to see him now... running through like a pro... They also have a great selection of chew toys, foods and equipment that are reasonably priced. I haven't done the classes here yet... but I have friends that have and I have heard only good things. I can't wait to do a Tricks class here as I am learning that it really helps dogs' confidence to learn new things. They don't do the hard sell here... so you can try out the gym with a very reasonably priced session and then make your decision. - Diana D.

Laura was awsome. The class was great. All of the dogs showed obvious improvement over the course of the class. Laura was invested in the success of every dog. The activities were fun and enjoyable. My dog was always excited to get to class and exhausted when we got home! Shy Dog was a great introduction to other types of classes as well as a chance to improve my dog's social skills. - Emily W.

Walter and I love it here. Laura has been our instructor in both Obedience 1 and in our private Agility class. Believe me, if Obedience 1 hadn't been so life-changing for him, I would NEVER be spending money on private lessons because for me they are really not in my budget. The great results we've gotten are a direct result of Laura's talents in training both dogs and humans. There is sound logic behind their procedures for getting dogs to want to behave. "Dogs only do what they want to do" is how she opened on day one of obedience class. Everything I'd done before was with a choke chain. Now, that I can handle him (at all), I wanted to find a gentler way if possible. Turns out it is not only possible but optimal. He still drags me across a room to meet another dog at this point, but he is beginning to respond to commands when I'm not too flustered (and yanked) to speak to him in these moments. Z.R. is a huge part of our week. Goes like this: Obedience 2 classes, private agility classes and open gym visits (cheap). Walter gets so excited when I pull out his training collar. Laura can get him to do just about anything I think, but it's me who is being trained to handle him and the big ball of energy that he is! Fortunately, lots of that energy is released in agility class and in open gym. For improved focus, we walk the 3 miles to get to Zoom Room. I don't feed him breakfast and that way he's more calm and hungry enough to perform for treats. Walter loves ME not food so much, but I want to brag on the treat selection available at Z.R. All of the "Raw Meats" and the "Thinkers" snacks really motivate him. I was surprised. Must be crack for dogs in there. I love buying Walter a yak milk bone after class available at the counter. It's good for him, big enough and doesn't splinter. Yak milk just sounds cool. I think it's the only ingredient. I'll bet it tastes good. I'm content to wonder. For months after getting him from the shelter, I couldn't get Walter to enjoy any bones, toys or balls. All of this is improving. He is learning to play. It makes me so happy I could cry sometimes. Professionals here are serious, consistent and fair. I like that they have my credit card on file and charge more treats to my card when I'm in the middle of class and need more. They serve up Intelligentsia coffee for free and keep the place extremely clean. I always recommend it. - Patti W.

The Zoom Room is exactly what my high-spirited puppy needs. It's a positive, safe, fun environment for her to zoom around in while learning everything from good manners and agility to yoga (downward-facing dog everyone!) and more. Laura is a fabulous teacher! - Jackie H.

Wish I had known about the Zoom Room sooner, would have enrolled our puppy immediately. The classes are very helpful. A lifesaver at times! - Maria D.

My dog and I have learned lots of fun new tricks, strengthened our bond, and had a really great time in class! - Julie A.

Me and my frenchie Gerschwin love Zoom Room. He worships his trainer Laura! We did Agility 1, and are planning to sign up for more classes. There were many benefits: he used up some of his endless energy, he had to use his brain (which makes him tired), he loved the interaction with me and the focused attention from me, and he mellowed around the other dogs (for the most part). He goes nuts when I say "Zoom Room," and when he sees the building. - N.P.

Just went to puppy pre-school with my 16-week old Mini Australian Shepherd Puppy. I had been bringing her to a different puppy kindergarten class but the puppies were allowed to bully her and overwhelm her which created her fear of other dogs (full sized puppies). I decided to check out the Zoom Room. They only allow puppies 16 weeks and under into puppy pre-school and after taking a class with 6, 7 and even 10 month old full grown puppies, I was glad to have a class with other babies. I appreciate how clean they keep the building and play area and that they have a strict policy about vaccinations. I felt secure for my pups health. Class was a decent size (about 8 other puppies) and it was a good mix of training for the owners, then applying what we've learned with the puppy and then individual one on one check ins with Laura. It was a nice format and Laura had a great sense of humor. The puppy play part of class was still overwhelming for my pup but Laura was reassuring that she would gain confidence with more time and watched carefully that none of the other puppies were playing too one-sided. It was the only puppy-preschool class I could attend but I'm signed up for the next step - Puppy agility, also with Laura, this weekend. - Elizabeth C.

Fluffy loves Zoom Room and especially Laura the cookie lady (aka the main trainer!). He's loving his agility classes, and Laura is very knowledgeable and sweet. You can tell she loves dogs and understands their behaviours. We came here to check the place out, before doing an already scheduled obedience class with a highly recommended trainer somewhere else (who specializes in German Shepherds). We were so glad to know that there were alternatives and hightailed it back to Zoom Room after the somewhat aggressive training we experienced. My dog doesn't need a choke collar to listen, 3 crazy dog ladies that accosted us walking into the other training class! Zoom Room is sooo different. They focus on positive training, which matches my huskies personality better. Huskies WANT to make you happy, and don't learn the same way as Shepherds, so we prefer Zoom Room's methodology. The facility is super clean and cute, with fantastic products in the store. The staff is very friendly and nice, and you can tell they love dogs! They have a puppy class before our class, and it's sooo adorable! And helpful, we overheard a ton of great advice from Laura. - Samira M.

Laura definitely knows what she's doing and the results were immediate. - Lira R.

Star and I really enjoyed this class and Star is learning very quickly from Laura. Laura is an excellent trainer who is skillful at blending reasonable expectations of the dog and the handler with constantly challenging the dog and handler. - Deborah W.

Isa and I have both loved doing the agility series, and we look forward to League starting up. Laura is amazing. I love having her as our instructor, and I can't wait to start obedience training with my other dog, Tara, in April. - Carrie M.

I had no idea my dog had this potential. Laura is great. We've really learned a lot. Zoom Room is part of my dog's life... a part that makes him happy and way more lovable. - Patti

Our Toy Fox Terrier is 8 years old. But in six weeks, this old lady has learned a lot of new tricks. We are very happy to have a fun new activity to do with her that she loves and challenges her intellectually. She can't get enough of it. - Jim C.

I needed to get my 1 year old Nani into obedience class, because I want to train her and certify her as a therapy dog. So I went on Yelp. Zoom Room looked like it had good things about it, so I went over there. It's big and has so much to offer. A huge training area. Trainers dedicated to your dog's progression, and they remember everyone! A modest selection of the choicest nummies, gear, chewies, etc. They even have their own blend of Intelligentsia coffee for the early bird classes. And they train for the Good Citizen Test certification that we need for Nani to be a Therapy Dog. All in one place. They are very easy going and have a smart way of training us humans to help train our dogs. - Meghan P.

Just got home from training my dogs at the Zoom Room Hollywood. It is a very nice facility with lots of room to train your animal. My wife and I have two dogs, so we must split them up and teach them to ignore each other. It's really great because we must train them through these distractions. The trainer is nice and clear about what each lesson entails. My wife signed us up for this class and it's the best thing because they teach all these little things about dog psychology which make working with them so much easier. After all, they aren't teaching the dogs, they are teaching the owners. - Greg D.

Bailey and her two dads love Zoom Room. Laura has helped guide Bailey through Shy Dog class and is now halfway through Obedience 1. We love the staff and Laura knows her stuff. She has a clever way of training the owners as well as the students. The classes are small enough that each student gets some one-on-one instruction. There is plenty of free parking. The facility is clean, and well maintained. They also have a great selection of dog food, treats, and toys. - Danny S.

My wife and I were clients of the original Zoom Room in Culver City and now we're big fans of the new location in Hollywood. The staff is friendly and expert, the facilities are first-rate and all in all it's a great experience for both dogs and owners. Their expertise goes way beyond agility, by the way -- we've gotten great help from the staff, especially Laura, with both socializing and training our dogs. The place also has an excellent selection of foods, treats and other supplies, and does a lot of outreach into the community with canine-related charities. Overall it's a fantastic place to hang out with your dog(s). If you live anywhere nearby -- in fact, even if you don't (we live in Santa Monica and happily make the trip across town) -- the Zoom Room is for you. We recommend it without any reservations at all. - Bill B.

Zoom Room is a great place to take your furry child to get socialized and trained. The facility is located on La Brea, just off of Melrose (right across from Pink's Hot Dogs) and they have a nice big parking lot. I just wish that I had learned about it sooner! I took my Shiba puppy to her first class at 16-weeks, which was the cut-off age so she could only attend the one class, but she was able to play with other puppies who are between the ages of 8-16 weeks and that was a great experience for the both of us. I highly recommend it for first time dog owners or those who just got a puppy. Anyway, I took her to some puppy agility classes, which was good for her to get some exercise and I'll be signing her up for some obedience training in the future, after she gets spayed. The staff is nice, friendly and knowledgeable and the gym area is super clean and they don't allow dogs in that area unless they've had their current vaccinations, so you don't have to worry about your pooch picking up some nasty disease. There's a doggy toilet by the door and they also sell toys, food, and other supplies. - Alex H.

My partner and I recently adopted our dog, Marvin (aka the Pomeranian poo bear) from SPCA. We fell in love with him and for almost a week he appeared to be the perfect adopted pet. Housebroken, great at walking, totally laid back. That is, until Marvin saw his first dog out on a walk. At about that moment, he flipped his sh*t. As it turns out, Marvin hates all dogs, cats, squirrels, buses, birds, things that have wheels like bikes and carts, and very small children that I believe he thinks are animals. On top of that, he developed some serious separation anxiety. Now don't get me wrong, we love this little guy and are so happy he came into our life. But all love aside, he needs some serious training and attention. We started looking around for trainers. Talked to lots of different people. Read two dog whisperer books. Etc etc etc. Finally we came upon the Zoom Room and took Marvin in for an evaluation. Within minutes Laura explained to us that Marvin wasn't aggressive, he was reactive. And she was a straight shooter. She told us her dog was also reactive and that it would likely take a year to get this situation under control. Having someone be honest with us was really refreshing. Especially after the PetSmart folks tried to tell us, "He's fine! He's just talkative!" She gave us a good overall assessment of what we could be doing for his training and to help build his confidence. Most of all, I felt like even in a short 15 minute evaluation she was patient with us and with Marvin. We've booked four private training sessions with Laura and are hoping that after that we can move Marvin into group classes to begin building his socialization skills. I really feel like we finally found a place that can help us get on the right track with Marvin. - Kate S.

I have a dog aggressive dog and Zoom Room has totally helped channel her issues into focused behaviors! I love the classes they offer and it's so much fun to work with your dog! It's bonding but also beneficial outside of the gym. I love the items they sell in the store - they have the best chew toys and selection of bones - and I think the prices are reasonable. The staff is friendly, I just can't say enough good stuff! They are super supportive of rescues, spay and neuter, and being responsible pet owners. I just think they do it right! I even got a bunch of my family members Zoom Room gift cards for the holidays! - Katya

My Cairn Terrier Playa and I are having a great time at Zoom Room! Laura is a great trainer, and Playa is learning so much so quickly. Monday is our favorite day of the week now!! - Patrick M.

We took our newly adopted 2 year old giant Lab here for obedience training. I checked into several dog training businesses and even private trainers but found their prices to be silly. Zoom Room has very reasonable prices and their Obedience 1 class with Laura was great! She was a great teacher with a great sense of humor which made the whole experience fun. Zoom Room was very beneficial to our bear of Lab as well as education for us humans. Nice layout, clean, friendly staff, good parking. - Christy C.

My dog Cha Cha just successfully completed Obedience 2 & passed the CGC test. He LOVES to come to class! Laura the trainer has a great personality & attitude. Really saw positive changes in Cha Cha! I plan on signing him up for more classes. The location has plenty of parking , it's clean and bright and visually interesting. Highly Recommended! - Keli S.

Run, do not walk, to train your dog at the Zoom Room -- it's in a class by itself. We first became acquainted with owner Jaime at the Culver City location when we were looking for a place to do agility training with our two Labs. Other places we looked at were solely interested in serious competition; we wanted a place to have fun with our dogs. The Zoom Room offered both - a relaxed atmosphere focused on having a good time, but with league competition if you were so inclined. We've since taken obedience classes with Jaime and happily made the switch to the Hollywood location because the facility is so beautiful and the staff so knowledgable. Laura has been terrific helping us wrangle our new puppy in Puppy Preschool, and the Tricks classes with Jaime are a ridiculous amount of fun for the dogs and us. The inventory of toys, food and training tools is higher quality than any pet store, and the facility itself is the kind of place where you just want to hang out - coffee's always available, the music is great, and there are toys and a wall chalkboard for kids to play with. Can't say enough good things about this place. - Jennifer C.

Zoom Room is fantastic! I've taken both my dogs here, one for basic obedience and one for agility, who is now signed up for Therapy Dog classes. Laura is a wonderful teacher and really helps you understand the way your dog thinks and how the training works, to get the best results. Plus, the facilities are wonderful. It's a great one-stop shop to pick up my dog's food, sign up for classes and exercise my beloved pets in a safe environment. The Open Gym and rentals are perfect for cold, rainy days and the staff is always helpful. We love this place!!! - Jan S.

GiGi and I enjoyed the experience and I would recommend the class and Laura London to my friends. We'll keep coming. - Bea G.

Loved it and see a difference in Baxter's behavior for sure. Especially his coming when called. Thanks for all the hard work and attention. Laura is terrific! - Mimi M.

My dog and I both enjoyed the class. We learned practical exercises we were able to practice at home and which made an immediate difference in my dog's behavior. Laura kept the class going with humor and respect for each dog. - Pamela B.

[Laura] has such an amazing connection with dogs and truly works with them on another level. Besides her humorous outlook on life, she had numerous helpful hints for raising a puppy. I'm looking forward to taking Tessa to agility training next. - Margy H.

Both my partner and I learned so much from Laura and her expertise and experience training dogs. We are now better pack leaders for Bailey. - Danny S.

This has been a huge boon for my dog not only in her obedience training but in her socialization as well. She has learned to play with other dogs healthily and to curb her hesitancy of large dogs (she's a Maltese). Plus the fact that there was an automatic testing for the CGC at the end of Obedience 2 really killed two birds with one stone for me since I have her on the Therapy Dog training route, and I didn't have to go elsewhere or take extra time out to take the test. I'm sure the Therapy Dog Prep course will be equally helpful in if nothing else than her continued obedience training in a place she has become very comfortable with. - Meghan P.

We LOVE The Zoom Room and are already enrolled in two more classes and have a birthday party for Baxter scheduled! - Mimi M.

I knew one of the main things that I needed to go with my newly adopted dog was to go to obedience school. While my dog wasn't particularly misbehaved, she's a Pit Bull, so I wanted to make sure she had acquired some impeccable manners (stereotyped as she is). We took the Obedience 1 class, and I definitely recommend it as a way to learn the basic commands. I was also very pleased that they offer evening classes on weeknights for those of us with standard 9-5 jobs. Overall my dog and I came out with an excellent knowledge of some very important commands as well as a dog that was very motivated by the clicker and treats. I will most likely return to try their agility courses (train your dog to literally jump through hoops!) and their tricks classes which are less about obedience but sound like a lot of fun for both me and my dog. Also, they have a shop inside the training center that boasts a big variety of food and treats that you won't find at the local Petco (like Orijen) that is most certainly worth a look. I had a hard time leaving my class without buying a bull trachea or a Himalayan yak milk chew. - Iska B.

5 Stars for Laura alone, master trainer extraordinaire. My puppysire Apollo enjoyed his time in the Obedience 1 class, and I was quick to sign him up for Obedience 2. The place is clean and spacious, sort of like a puppy playground. Laura has a way with all dogs, which made the time there informative and enjoyable. I'm adopting another Siberian Husky and will be sure to bring her over here to get her as well trained as Apollo. - Nathan D.

My Big Dog and I had a great experience in the agility classes. Laura progresses slowly, one step at a time, through all the obstacles and jumps and that is what teaches the dog to do everything right, with no mistakes. In two classes I never saw a dog jump off the contact zones too early! This is a much better training philosophy than getting through a lot faster, and then doing rehab training. Thank you Laura, we will be baaaack. - Mona L.

I had my dog's 1st birthday party here, and it was a wonderful experience. Laura and Heather did a wonderful job from start to finish. Zoom Room is a great place for dogs and their owners. - Heather O.

It's a lovely class. Lovely atmosphere. Lovely people. - Eleanor M.

We had a great experience! Karma is doing excellent! Thanks, Zoom Room!! - Jen W.

Laura is a great instructor. Loved the Zoom Room and the experience. - Stephanie D.

After having a trainer hit hard with a very large and thick bamboo cane on top of our puppy's head we just about had given up on good training. In the past it seemed trainers had resorted to gimmicks of "shock and scare" the dogs into submission but here at the Zoom Room we had nothing but the type of training we craved. Laura London is the greatest! After just 4 relaxed sessions and a few simple commands our puppy was able to interact with a stranger besides family with trust. Laura made it so easy, non threatening and natural. The difference in our 1yr old is night and day. We are so looking forward to the agility training and further interaction. Highly recommend Laura, Kenny at the desk and Zoom Room! Many thanks! - Sue W.

Wonderful facility. Helpful staff and a kind, sensitive trainer - Laura London. My dog has learned a tremendous amount of hand signals and confidence building tactics. More than anything Laura helps us to understand the way our dogs see the world, not as we expect or necessarily want her too - but so we can help her to navigate life's surprises and be happier and calmer. And finally I learned multiple ideas for ongoing improvement in my dogs weakest areas. Roxy and I thoroughly recommend Shy Dog Class! - Samantha R.

I have a terrier puppy. We attended the puppy socialization class until he reached four months, and we have a weekly private lesson with Laura. She is amazing! She's not only great for teaching specific skills, but she's also helped me a couple of times with problem-solving when I just didn't know how to manage him. I can't recommend her highly enough. She's fantastic. Oh, and I really appreciate how welcoming Zoom Room has been in general to my puppy. Terriers are a whole lot of hyper while they're learning, but we've never been made to feel like we're a disruption or less welcome than a naturally calmer breed. You guys are all fantastic! - Mary-Beth B.

I don't know who digs this place more - me or my dog. The classes are fun, the store always has something new in stock to check out, and the trainers know their stuff. Extra stars for the Zach Galifianakis look-alike they recently hired. He is not only helpful and friendly, but easy on the eyes. Three cheers for Zoom Room! - DogEye L.

Thank you Laura for being a wonderful teacher to my dog, and for running this place so well! We can't get enough of Zoom Room. Signed up for Tricks and next level of Agility - how fun! - Sart S.

Laura is amazing! The classes are fun. The place is great! LOVE it! - Ic H.

Laura is the best! She fixed a problem our puppy had by suggesting us to wear a gentle leader. She's awesome, and has a great energy! My puppy loves it there, and it's a great environment for learning obedience and agility! - Sasha F.

I love love love the Zoom Room and what it has to offer to dogs of all ages and abilities. My dog Lola is a rescued Boxer who has a mind of her own. Laura was amazing with her and by the end of our 4 week private agility class Lola could do the weave poles without a problem. Lola still has lots to learn but she had so much fun doing A-frame and dog walk she would do it all on her own. Thanks, Laura, you are wonderful. - Dawn G.

Amazing teacher and an all around wonderful experience. I definitely want to take more classes now just cause it was so fun for my dog and myself! She has learned so much [in Therapy Dog] and we are excited to start volunteering together. Thank you so much zoom room! - Sara L.

Laura was great and really wonderful with Bella. Looking forward to more classes for both of our dogs. - Julia W.

Kris has done a fantastic job of working with us to get Jazmin up to speed for joining an internediate group class.  He uses consistent guidelines, gentleness, and shares his AKC guideline knowledge in a positive manner. - Susan A.

Very appreciative of Kris' extension of Agilty 3 classes, enjoyed it immensely, agility courses well-planned, learned a lot about strategy from Kris.  Zou Zou absolutely loved it, we looked forward to it every week, wonderful classmates too, hope to try Agility League, thanks so much! - Robin P

We loved the class and learned so much. We can already see changes in ourselves and Riley. We can't wait for what's to come in Obedience 2. - Jackie H.

Dave Essex is great! The entire staff was very helpful and friendly. Kristopher Van Over was the first person we met and we loved him too. We expect to enroll in more classes with both instructors, as they are very helpful, patient and really cared about our puppy, Penny. We really enjoyed our experience and expect to continue Penny's training there. - Andrew A.

I took my 2 year-old American Bulldog, Jake, here and I haven't been able to stop talking about it. Not only is it fun, but you get to bond with your dog and the staff (Kris) is super friendly. I took Jake here for a private agility lesson and thought he wasn't gonna get it very quickly. He can be a little bit ditzy. With in a few minutes he was pausing on the table and going up and down the A frame with ease. He is a genius! (jk) Kris had him try out the weave (I CAN NOT WAIT UNTIL JAKE CAN DO THIS ON HIS OWN. EQUIVALANT OF MY CHILD PLAYING THE VIOLIN IN AN ORCHESTRA), running through tunnels and jumping low bars in no time. Jake was so elated from the stimulation he did 3 laps of glory. (lol) It was way too funny. He just started running/hopping around the workout area. We just had to let him run it out. I was very impressed and Jake will be going back often. - Bianca W.

We have a very hyper pug and after she went through puppy preschool and Obedience 1, she was still very hyper but much more manageable. Both of our classes were with David Essex and we really enjoyed his approach. Our dog is kind of a smarty pants in spite of her spastic nature, so she tends to get the lessons a lot quicker than her fellow classmates. If she got the hang of something before her classmates, he'd give us another behavior to work on while the rest of the dogs were catching up. Overall he did a good job of managing the various speeds at which dogs learn in one group class. There were a couple of "challenging" dogs in our class -- dogs that had endured abuse and then been dumped in a shelter -- and he handled them well and really helped the new owners to build their trust back up. I found that to be admirable and a true test of the effectiveness of his methods. The other thing that's great about the Zoom Room is they host a lot of events, like holiday parties and adoption fairs. Even if you're not currently enrolled in a class, they're still open to you showing up with your dog (sometimes there's a small fee to cover costs of the event). It's great to have those kinds of additional socialization opportunities outside of classes for the dogs. They also have promotions on a regular basis, so sign up for their newsletter and "like" them on Facebook. You'll probably get a coupon for something if you do! I entered our pug in their "dog of the month" contest on Facebook and she won a $25 gift card. Yay! We'll be using that for Tricks class! - Jeanette I.

Kris is the finest, clear, patient and encouraging instructor. I'm in a special Agility 5 class. We have all been with Kris since Agility 1 and love the camaraderie and support. Go Zoom Room! -T

The facility is extremely clean! They have a very good policy about making sure that the owners clean up after their dogs if there is a mistake and there is a nice little "bathroom" area right outside for dogs to make their business prior to coming into the Zoom Room. Their selection of treats and other odds and ends are great. I bought a nice OllyDog portable water bowl there for about 15 bucks. And my dog seems to love the Realmeat treats better than any other treats I've found at Petco or PetSmart. The trainers are very nice gentlemen (both Kristopher and Dave). I've attended classes from both. They both sincerely care about the dogs and seem to love what they do. -Emily T

This class was a lot of fun. My dog has done private training, agility and a tricks class before, which were all great, but he really liked this one because he is a scent hound and never has a chance to do that. Kris kept the class moving along and seems to have a really calm demeanor. I would definitely recommend this class to anyone! - Mandy F

I'm very glad we found Zoom Room. The private lessons (because my dog isn't social) are SO worth it. Hunter gets a great workout and I can see that, as a rescue, he feels a great sense of pride when we are proud of his accomplishments and I really feel like he is so much more confident and proud of himself since we've started classes. Now he does something that is uniquely for him (he has two doxie brothers at home) and it makes him feel special. - Melinda J

This is an awesome facility for pets and owners. A variety of different courses available for any need or want! Dave is extremely genuine and truly cares about the members and their owners. His passion is evident and the members benefit. Paxton loves going there and is learning to be a great dog. I did enjoy Laura for a couple make up classes and was completely happy with her as well. The knowledge base of the specific need is limitless. The ability and willingness to work around my schedule was beyond helpful! Thanks Zoom Room!!! Thanks Dave!! - Paxton's mommy

As the chair of a large division at a community college, I hire many teachers. David is a master, His instructions are clear, he is aware of every student, and he offers constructive suggestions in a friendly way. My dog Daniel and I are looking forward to more classes at the Zoom Room. - Betty

The Zoom Room is great place to take a class with your dog. My dog has done private training, an agility class, and a tricks class there. We even had his birthday party there this last year. Dave (the owner, manager and main dog trainer) is super responsive to inquiries and phone calls. My dog has anxiety and taking individual/small group classes with the same instructor has been really great for him and he has made a TON of progress over the last year. They have dog "parties" every few months which is a great opportunity to get to see the facility and meet the dog trainers - that's how I decided to start going (and based on the recommendation of some friends). - Mandy F.

Taking Agility One was a very positive and enjoyable experience for me and my dog. We both look forward to taking Agility Two! Thank you so much for this wonderful introduction. - Kent

We had a lot of fun at Agility 1 and look forward to future classes there!

David is a great dog trainer who genuinely cares about dogs and helping them to live a good life. My rescue guy is a handful. David has gone above and beyond to help him. He has done many events to help the plight of the homeless shelter dog and my guy could have been the poster child of the misunderstood, high maintenance Heinz 57. The Zoom Room Culver City has really contributed to his well being and I have to thank them for that! - Lisa R.

I really enjoyed the experience and will be in touch about signing up for the next session of Obedience 1. Thanks for everything! - Rochelle

My husband, Lab, mutt and I love this place! We've taken both of our dogs to Obedience 2 (David) and Agility 1 (Kris) and it's a ton of fun. The instructors and knowledgable and very patient. Most of all it's a fun way to spend an hour a week bonding with our little maniacs. Everyone gets very excited when someone's dog makes a little breakthrough. It's very sweet. The prices are reasonable and the facility is nice and clean. The location is very convenient from Venice, Santa Monica, Marina, Playa Vista and Culver. - Jen M

Princess loved Agility 1 so much, that we're coming back for Agility 2... and hopefully, eventually be part of the competition team. We hear you have a 'Team Chihuahua' and Princess wants to become a part of that! - Michelle

Really enjoyed the class. David is really great with the dogs and keeps it fun. I had a great time and we both learned a lot. We'll be back! - Tracey

I LOVE the Zoom Room. I am on my 3rd round of classes there. My pug Tyson began with obedience, then went into Agility 1 and now we are in Agility 2. I plan on taking more. Jaime is such a great dog trainer and very accommodating. I have a "special" dog that has some issues. She has been really great at training me on how to deal with him as well as give me extra pointers on how to get him to overcome these issues. I couldn't ask for more in a dog trainer or a gym. If you are looking for a fun place to train and nurture your dog, you must go to the Zoom Room!! - Jody B.

We had a great time and learned a lot about our new dog! David was really good with the dogs and definitely knows his stuff. We're looking forward to Agility! - Nicole

I participated in Agility 1, 2 and 3 at the Zoom Room with my two dogs and it was a great experience for us all! I have a timid terrier and I was not sure that she would want to participate in the activities. She surprised us all by becoming "not the fastest" dog, but one of the more accurate dogs. Most importantly, it helped bring out her confidence. My other dog is a shepherd/spaniel mix. She absolutely loved the training. In fact, she loved it so much that she would start to cry as soon as we exited the highway because she couldn't wait to get in there and get started! The Zoom Room allows you to participate in training with your dog, in a safe enclosed area. David is very friendly, and completely invested in making it a positive experience for you and your dog. The agility classes are a great alternative for people looking for a change from basic "obedience" classes. - Elizabeth E.

We had a great time with agility and will continue - maybe take Agility 3 again or league or just practice.

We have been extremely impressed with the Zoom Room! We're trying to work through some of our little dog's insecurity issues and thought agility would be a great outlet for her. However, we weren't sure she'd be able to handle a group class environment. David worked with us in a private lesson to help familiarize her with the environment and to assess if she'd be ready for the group class. We're now in Agility 2 and David gives us extra attention when needed. They really care about her success and have been more than accommodating of our challenges! - Joslyn O.

Great class! I can't wait to take it again with Desi. He loves Zoom Room!

We're in Obedience 2 with David Essex, and wow, is our dog better at a whole lot of things than we thought! Within 2 classes, our little lady is now showing GREAT signs of improvement! We had some issues being afraid of strangers, and that's already gone... Lucy is already running up to our neighbors just waiting for a little attention! Dave, you're awesome! Lucy is great at learning new things, and this class helps keep us and her stimulated & working on improvement. Jessica over at Club Fido recommended this place - and we're glad she did! Prices are in line with the competition and big fat bonus stars for being very close to where we live. YAY FOR ZOOM ROOM! - Carrie U.

Our dog loves the Zoom Room!! Dave is an excellent instructor!! - Patty O.

Bhajan and I loved the pre-agility class. He is so pleased with himself when he learns something new and it's fun to watch him! We are registered to start with Agility 1. - Marti

Looking forward to taking another class soon! David was really great with Frisbee, especially since she is a bit shy. He was very patient :) - Tracey

This is a great experience and opportunity to bond with your best friend. I'm telling everyone about it! Dave is terrific! - Marti

David really wants to make sure that the dogs and their people have fun. We also really trusted his expertise and his care that the more challenging exercises were approached properly so that the dogs (and their people) were always able to tackle the obstacles without any fears. We're looking forward to Agility 2 where we get to experience Alvin doing more adventurous exercises. - Erna & Mike

The Zoom Room is amazing! The dog trainers are great and genuinely care about your pup. I have taken a PetCo class before and did not get the level of attention we get at the Zoom Room. PROS: Classes are smallish so you and your dog don't get lost in the shuffle, the cost is affordable, you can make up classes at different days/times, total variety in types of classes, oh yeah, and everything is online! I have held private events there and they have been a hit! Try Agility or Tricks class - such a blast! - Laura S.

We left L.A. a year ago and there are few things we miss, but one of the top places is the Zoom Room. My pug Le Mops went through his initial training here with hopes of being a therapy dog and ended up in agility, too! We have not been able to find a dog trainer or facility in Seattle that even compares to the Zoom Room. I didn't realize how spoiled we were to have such a great place so close to us! We met lots of great people in the classes, with a variety of dog breeds! - Sonia M.

The Zoom Room is a godsend for Westside dogs and their people. They offer a wide range of classes led by a world-class dog trainer in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. My pit-mix Ram and I have seen amazing improvement in our communications and teamwork. Ram's very proud of his Agility League trophy too. Jaime's great at identifying and solving all sorts of behavorial issues, and most importantly, she's great at training the people, who are usually a bit remedial compared to the dogs. The Zoom Room Open Gym weekday evenings is a safe and fun place to practice training, or just to run around silly with your dog. Fun and improves our lives! - Maria S.

We took our rescue Chow to the Zoom Room. Jaime is really great with dogs and was very accommodating of our work schedule. The class was really small and we got very personalized attention. She even stayed late a few times to work with us on a particularly difficult lesson. - Yen N.

If you haven't experienced the Zoom Room - you are in for a treat. It is like a Gold's Gym for your dog - a room, some gear, and a great dog trainer - that's all you need. The owner, Jaime Van Wye, let's you come by if you just want to sit in and watch a class. I went with my dog, and he actually sat and watched the puppy agility class. I signed up for puppy agility last year and it had a great impact on me, being a first time dog owner. This year I am trying out the Canine Good Citizen/Therapy Dog Training. If you dig your dog and want a long, happy life together - check out the Zoom Room. It has been a true find in the struggle of raising my active dog from puppidom. - Jacqueline H.

We like how Jaime showed a lot of patience with all the dogs and was very good at managing all the dogs at once in a calm manner. She was very nice and understood when we couldn't make it to a class. She was also great at working with the dogs on their different levels and kindly answering questions from the guardians. She seems to keep up-to-date on modern training techniques and knowledge. We really like the location of the Zoom Room; there is easy parking and it's not a congested area. Also, the prices are great and reasonable. We will probably take an agility class per her recommendation but have to double check our schedules but we really appreciate her reserving a spot for us a few days before the classes started. - Michele, Aaron & Randall

My husband and I started taking our shy-aggressive rescue, Sydney, to the wonderful trainers at the Zoom Room location in Culver City, CA a year ago. They worked miracles with her. She is now super friendly with everyone and an all-around pleasant dog to be around. If you live near one, you should definitely check them out. - Jacklyn R.

I love this place! We took our dog Sophie there for tricks training. She has learned so much. Jaime is amazing! She made the process fun and easy. She uses positive methods, which we love. It's a fun atmosphere, and she keeps the class sizes small so that all dogs get the same amount of attention. - Debbie E.

We had great fun at this class. I tell all the other dog owners about JoJo's agility training and recommend Zoom Room. I guess its ok for a lab to do outdoor training, but JoJo ends up sopping wet in damp grass or filthy from the dirt if its dry. The indoor experience is far better. It also allows the dogs to have great concentration. We will continue to come back for classes.

Your classes are always great...so fun! Thanks for everything! - Laura

I think Chris is one of the most amazing agility teachers and dog trainers. He is patient, very clear, thorough, breaks down moves to digestible steps for the dogs, and gives personal time. He is an A+ instructor. My Sheppy also loves him very much. - Judy B.

Thought the class was great.. looking forward to our next! - Chelsie

If you don't know Tink loves the Zoom Room by now then I am doing something wrong! I love taking her and she loves going to class. She is generally a happy little Chihuahua anyways but she gets so excited and I love seeing her actually run around the course. She has always been a bit stand-offish with with new dogs, especially the ones that want to get in her face, but I have noticed that going to the Zoom Room has really helped her learn to cope with others dogs and to let them smell her. We love the Zoom Room!

Loved our experiences at Zoom Room... both Agility 1 and Therapy Dog. I love it overall, thanks for having such a great facility!

I recommend Zoom Room to everyone I see with a dog! We love it! - Jaclyn

Great experience - will recommend to my friends :) - CAH

I attended one group class and one private. Excellent experience all around. With my difficult dog I was given hope. - N.L.

Milo and I both had fun, even if it did mean getting up earlier on Sunday morning. We are hoping to join the upcoming Agility 1. Thank you again.

We have really enjoyed our experience at Zoom Room. Our rescue dog had suffered trauma and abuse in her past. When we adopted her, the behaviorist said that Bella was one of the most severe cases that he had seen. After working with her for a few months, we took her to Zoom Room's Dog Obedience 1 and Agility 1. Dave was great with her (and us) and Bella began to socialize with the other dogs and owners. Then, we had a great experience in the Scent Discrimination class. She showed so much growth in the 6 weeks. Kris is amazing! At first she was scared to even put her head in the scent box even though we had her favorite dog treat in the box. Kris made just a few modifications for Bella. Kris was so calm, positive and loving that Bella learned to trust him. By the end of the 6 weeks, she didn't want to leave class. - Janet B.

We loved the class and see a big improvement in Molly's skills and can't wait to start her in another class at Zoom Room! - N.F.

Zoom Room rocks! This has been transformative for Kipu. I think she has great potential for so much. I wish I would be more consistent with her training at home. Thanks for being a great dogmeister.

Cali and I had a great time in class. She was getting bratty at home, so I wanted to do something that would keep her attention and be new, but fun. This really did the "trick" (ha ha). Lots of fun - see you in Tricks 2.

Although JoJo had already had an obedience class, I learned a lot. After all, JoJo doesn't need the training, I do. :=) I don't know how you do all this yourself!

Laika and I have had a great time at Agility - I really like when the classes are small so that Laika gets a lot of practice. Can't wait for the next Agility class. - Gwen

We were so very pleased to have finally found a trainer who knows what they're doing! Jaime has been the absolute best dog trainer ever! Bar none! - S.N.

I took my sons (7 & 10) here with our new puppy and took an agility training class. It is a great place for both dog and kids to run off energy while learning doggy discipline! Lots of fun!

They helped me train my psycho rescue dog and turn him into a well behaved gentlepooch. They are affordable and their attention to your unique issues is something you cannot get at PetCo or PetSmart. - Jody B.

Great facility and great trainer(s). We had so much fun in beginning Agility....! - Masako Y.

Friendliest dog people I've ever met - both the trainers and the other dog owners. - Gloria C.

I rescued a mini-poodle with a traumatic past. Scared of everything - dogs, people, noise. After bad training experiences, I found the Zoom Room and Jaime! A year later Suki is a calm dog, goes everywhere, loves most everybody and is happy, beautifully trained and playful. Jaime is an expert in understanding and working with dogs with a brutal history. I recommend the Zoom Room for troubled dogs with potential! And it was all very enriching and lots of fun. - Lorraine A.

Goodbye dog park. Hello Zoom Room! Our chihuahua's favorite place to play. Best selection of dog treats, too. Can I vote for that, too? Zoom Room = Best dog treats in L.A.! - Michele C.

Best dog birthday party I've ever been to. (Surprisingly, I've been to several!) Looking forward to the Halloween Party this weekend at the Zoom Room. I'm amazed when I meet people who haven't heard of this awesome place for dogs to play. - Johnny A.

I made some amazing friends at the Zoom Room during Puppy Preschool classes. We then enrolled in Agility 1, and then Agility 2. I confess that we're addicted! Ony time in my life I've been able to get such a great workout, hang out with friends, and play with my dog all at the same time. Did I mention incredibly affordable, too? It is! - Sam D.

The trainers have great personalities, easy to work with. Their knowledge of dog training is great. - Bruce M.

We first encountered the Zoom Room when we were guests there at an amazing dog birthday party. The party was hilarious - and we had such a good time, and were so impressed with the owners and the facility that we immediately signed up for their Calm Down! class. Six weeks later, our dog - who we used to nickname "Nightmare" - had become our "Dreamboat," thanks to brilliant classes, easy to follow instruction, and a really upbeat and enthusiastic trainer. We're now signing up for dog tricks classes - we can't wait! - Warren T.

There aren't many places that a person can go and take their dog with them. There are even fewer places where well behaved dogs can mingle and enjoy each other's company. The zoom room is fun, organized, safe for the most timid of creatures and led by people that really enjoy working with people who want to better their relationship with their dog. The best part: my dog is a happier dog because of the Zoom Room. Thank you Zoom Room!!!! - Kari W.

We love Jaime and The Zoom Room!! We have a 4 lb chihuahua, "macie mae" who is the best behaved, most outgoing, sweetest chihuahua EVER. Thanks to Jaime she is very social, never yapps, and loves everyone- even little kids. Jaime understands the unique personality of every breed of dog in her classes and exactly what they need.... this is not "cookie cutter" training!!! "macie" loves every minute she gets to spend at the Zoom Room, I recommend them to anyone who wants a well behaved, happy dog!! - Megan S.

I would HIGHLY recommend this place! The Zoom Room offers individual attention in group classes. The training program is not rigidly attached to just one way of doing things. They really "get" dogs, and help owners figure out the best way to train as well as deal with problem behaviors. Plus, there are all kinds of cool classes to take there-- new things to do with one's dog. - Elizabeth C.

Jaime is a gifted trainer and dogs love her. The classes are fun and they are a great way to bond with your dog. My Rottweiler, Mojo, and I highly recommend Jaime & The Zoom Room! - Laura M.

The owners of the Zoom Room are so great with the dogs. I trust them completely. My dog is always extremely happy to go there. - Jessica R.

The best of the best. We have thoroughly enjoyed our three classes with our knowledgeable, patient, clever and funny instructor Michele. The facilities are top notch, the products sold in the lobby shop are high quality and reasonably priced and we plan to take many more classes. Anyone who thinks their dog can't be trained should come to the Zoom Room. I scoped out a lot of different places before I found one that was "just right". The wonderful experience has even added a new word to our vocabulary; when I ask Estelle if she's ready to go "Zoom", she just flies to the door, wagging and smiling. That's the best testimonial of all! Zoom Room Rocks! - Kathleen M.

Michele is AMAZING! Her knowledge and patience made the class fun and informative. We had 2 dogs in the class. Xena (7 year old rescue dog) and Myou (1.5 yr old - Xena's daughter). This was a great socializing experiment for Xena. Although she is not motivated by treats and is very distracted - I feel she benefitted greatly from the class and being able to socialize with other dogs and people in a safe environment. After all, she spent 6 years in a crate at a puppy mill before she was rescued, so for her this was remarkable! Myou did very well and we have signed her up for Agility 2! Can't wait to see her progress through each level! Thanks Zoom Room! - A.D.

Shy Dog Class was wonderful and helped our dog so much. What really sold us on taking the class was how quickly our very shy dog warmed up to Michele - she clearly knew how best to interact with him to bring him out - and he pretty immediately fell in love with her. Even being in a class with others, Michele made us feel like we were getting one-on-one training. The class was fun, our dog was successful, and he is warming up to strangers much, much (much, much) faster than before. Our dog loves going to Zoom Room so much that we will be signing up for Agility next! Thank you!! - Abigail M.

Had a blast with my dog in Agility 1 class, it was awesome to be indoors in the summer heat while working with my dog. Facilities and equipment are top notch! - Adam

This is a wonderful indoor facility especially in the hot, hot days of summer in Texas. The instructor Michele has an incredible eye for the underlying issues with dogs. Her style is more Victoria Stillwell than Cesar Millan; gentle, consistent, fun and balanced. Emphasis is placed on the dogs having fun with a good mix of traditional obedience behaviors and challenging tricks and agility type exercises. Michele is kind and supportive and adept at correcting/redirecting mischievous or undesirable behaviors. They also have the "best" dog food and toys in town. You don't have to sort through poor quality or dangerous toys or food to find something for your dog because everything they sell is a quality product (good prices too - I compare). I looked for elk antlers for weeks and found them here! - Kathleen

We looooove the Zoom Room. "We" being me, my boyfriend, and - obviously - our dog, Murphy Brown. We finished the Obedience 1 class a few weeks ago and tonight started agility training. We've had so, so much fun in these classes. Michele the owner/dog trainer is great. Awesome with the dogs and just as friendly with the people. She really gives each dog and owner individual attention/praise/specific tips. You can tell she really cares about the dogs and the best way to go about training them. As an example, we signed up for one of the agility classes and a few days later Michele contacted us suggesting we switch to another night to a class with dogs that were more similar in temperament and training ability to Murphy, so he can stay challenged and we get the most out of our classes. It just really showed me that it's more to her than just getting people and money into her classes, and that she cares about Murph and his training. I just really cannot say enough good things about Zoom Room. It is so fun, rewarding, and entertaining to see your dogs and the other dogs learn, mature and have fun! I leave each class with a huge, happy "proud mom" grin on my face and a worn out, happy, happy dog! - Mary C.

What a fantastic place! Estelle has completed Obedience 1 and we are now doing Agility. The facility is beautiful, the equipment is top notch, and the instructor, Michele, is magic with dogs. She can and does handle anything that comes up with finesse and grace. She helps the owners and the dogs to be successful. They have a small store in the lobby which is unique in that they only sell the very best products available at excellent prices. I've tried other places but this is the BEST. - Kathleen M.

Shy Dog classs was really good for Chico. The class covered a variety of "work" that kept Chico interested. The instructor was knowledgable and patient. Not only was Chico more comfortable with other dogs and people; I am also more at ease when encountering situations where Chico may become nervous. We will be back! - Rose

This was not the first time I ever took a dog to obedience school. (I can remember four previous sets of obedience classes I have taken different dogs to.) But the level of enthusiasm my dog had for his class is definitely not something I have seen previously. - Lisa H.

I love Zoom Room! Michele is a great teacher & she has tasty treats too. I am now taking my second class, Agility Training 2 with most of my friends from Agility 1 so it's lots of fun. I've learned a lot, but the socialization with the other dogs is the best. - T.K.

I just love this place almost as much as my dog does. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to challenge their dog. It's very rewarding for my dog. - I.R.

This is a wonderful class for refining the communication between dog and human. Learning to do fun, silly things together, interacting at a more complex level and learning how to do so enhance the relationship while giving the dogs charming "tricks" to use with humans of all ages and in a variety of settings. Michele is just an amazing instructor; she helped me to teach my dog to do things that I never imagined she would be able to do. So really, in the final analysis, she taught the human the best "trick" of all - that with patience and persistence there isn't much that we can't learn together. - K.M.

Good suggestions from the instructor for time outside the class. We never stayed on one exercise for a long period of time which I appreciate. It was not a boring class and everyone was engaged all the time rather than waiting around while the instructor worked with one dog for a long period of time. - Cindy

I have a puppy that's currently attending the Zoom Room's puppy socialization class. Michele is an awesome dog trainer, who loves my puppy & has helped her start the process of becoming a great canine citizen. During puppy socialization classes, we work on basic behaviors. Michele is training me & my partner as much as our puppy! The puppy also loves playing in the exercise area & we love taking home a tired puppy. Michele is a good source of information on food, shopping for pet supplies and dog sitters/kennels. - A.L.

We stopped in last night for Open Gym and had a great time! Michele welcomed us and the puppies with a smile. She gave us lots of personal attention. They have a large A-frame, a "dog plank," a tube, a hoop, an adjustable hurdle, teeter-totter, and more. As much fun as our boys had goofing off in Open Gym, I get the impression this a pretty serious training facility - for basic training, special needs, agility, tricks, etc. Dog parks are fun - but it's friggin hot outside. Totally worth the $10. - Walker F.

We loved Agility 1 with Michele! The class was fun, Dallas loved the other doggies, and Dallas' cooperation at home was noticeably better. Thank you for letting her be in the group, even though she was a little younger than the other dogs, and thank you for letting Kirstin be her 'leader,' even though she was the youngest "owner" of the group. The relationship between Dallas and Kirstin has been much better. By the way, Dallas LOVES LOVES LOVES that teeter - I think we may have to get her one for Christmas! We'll see you in Agility 2. Thanks again! - Dallas, Kirstin & Andrea

Fun Agility Classes! My dog is currently taking Agility 1 at Zoom Room. He loves it! Lots of attention given to each dog. Michele is great she is very positive, and the dogs and the people have a great time. It's so fun to see my dog Quincy having such a good time in school. He' s already learned so much in just a few classes. I cannot wait for him to take Agility 2! Very clean modern facility that also sells top notch products. Highly recommended!

Awesome Indoor Facility! We are about to finish our first round of classes at Zoom Room. It is such a fun place and I would highly recommend it. There is the perfect combination of working on training and patience, they get great exercise (so does the handler) and the dogs get to socialize afterward. We will absolutely be signing up for more classes.....worth every penny!

Extremely pleased with all aspects. Fabulous facility and excellent instructor. Not a negative thing to report. I've recommended to many friends and also to my rescue adopters. So glad it's in Austin! Will take future classes. - Sheila S.

Thoroughly enjoyable! No stress - just fun and bonding time with my dog and meeting others who feel the same. - Cheryl W.

The dogs love the agility classes and leagues so much, there needs to be a continuing program so they can continue to improve, be challenged and burn energy. And it keeps the owners in shape, too! - Richard K.

My dog and I both thoroughly enjoyed this class. It was a friendly, relaxed environment, and a great introduction to agility. - Cynthia M.

We love it here. My dog can't get enough. Every time we're finished with class he doesn't want to go home. - Idahlia R.

Michelle is a great trainer. I love Zoom Room Austin and all the staff. Such a great experience for Maggie (my chocolate lab) and myself! I have trained and been to many places in and around Austin, and this is definitely my favorite spot! I will continue to keep going and highly recommend Zoom Room Austin and Michelle. - Sharon D.

Rudy loves coming to see Lee and Jessie at zoom room! He has come a long way in learning how to maneuver the courses and the affection he has for & receives from Lee & Jessie is wonderful to watch. We purchased gift cards for all our friends with dogs so they can see how fun zoom room is for themselves! - Eileen R.

We have fun each week, and we enjoy the healthy competition, the exercise and bonding with our dogs. Our dogs are still loving class and our instructor... I think they all run to Lee every now and again for a pat on the back when they know they have done particularly well. The courses continue to be challenging, but Lee sets us up for success every time! - Jessica D.

Firstly I hope that "People Food" means that this was awesome?! I have never had so much fun with my pup like I have at the Zoom Room!! I volunteer with several rescue organizations throughout the east coast and love to come home just us spending the extra time with my girl at the Zoom Room in Coconut Creek, fantastic place!! Paws Up!! - Yvonne W.

We brought Tucker to Zoom Room because he was a rescue dog and we weren't sure about his history of obedience training. We had already been through one round of obedience at another facility but thought he still needed more. The people at Zoom Room recommended agility for him and he became a totally different dog! Now he is completely obedient and the happiest dog on earth. It's as if he found his perfect outlet for all his energy all any issues he had melted away and never returned. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! - Barbara G.

Zoom Room & Lee have done so much for our dog Rudy in teaching him to behave so much better and have fun, too! The environment is perfect, and the classes are informative, and the results are immediate! Lee & Jessie are excellent trainers, and Lee knew exactly when to integrate Rudy into a group agility class. we are happy we found Zoom Room! - Eileen R.

Our experience at the Zoom Room was very rewarding. Not only did they train Max to be a better pet, but, because of Jessica, I learned how to be a better pet owner. Looking forward to our next class... - Joseph D.

Cookie and I both loved to go to class. Jessica was extremely caring yet great with motivating my dog. It was a pleasure to meet such great instructors. - Leila G.

My husband Tom, myself , & our dog Rudy have so much fun at the Zoom Room! Rudy knows Lee's name and runs to the door when we say it's time to go. He pulls us into the room and greets Lee with squeaks and kisses! We have learned so much taking these classes and look forward to it every week! This is a great idea and we are glad we found it! - Eileen R.

Lilah absolutely loves going to the Zoom Room every week and so do my family and I. She made great progress and we are looking forward to doing Agility 2. Lilah loves both Lee and Jessica and will sometimes do her agility tasks for them better than she will for me!!! They are amazing with her. Thanks for everything and we are looking forward to 6 more weeks of class!!! - Amy R.

I think the classes are great. I enjoy the small class size as it allows everyone to get enough time on all the equipment. I also like the pace of the class and the positive learning environment. And, with a hectic travel schedule, the staff made it easy for us to make up a class or send a "substitute" handler. I have to admit that at first I was surprised at how relaxed the experience was. I did an agility class several years ago and the instructor, who was very active in agility competitions, made us approach each activity with discipline (for example, we always had to be on the left side of the dog at all times). But truth be told, I'm not doing this class to be a competitor; I'm doing it to have fun and exercise my dog both mentally and physically. And I think Lee and the Zoom Room provide the perfect atmosphere to learn and have fun. I will definitely keep coming back for more classes. - Angie B.