Hakuna Matata Dog Care & Training, LLC

We had a fantastic experience with Hakuna Matata Dog Training! Our puppy Buddy spent two weeks there and had an absolute blast. The training and care he received were top-notch, and it was so clear he was well taken care of and genuinely enjoying himself - the pictures truly say it all!! Huge thanks to Michael, Joselyn, and the whole team for making everything so smooth and positive. It was 100% worth it, and we’re so happy to have found a place we trust—not just for training, but for future boarding and camp too. We’re excited for Buddy to have a safe, fun place to go and can’t wait to bring him back!

We just got our dog back from a three-week training program at Hakuna Matata and we couldn’t be happier with the results! After considering several options, we were impressed by Hakuna Matata’s approach. What set them apart was their commitment to ongoing support through daycare, boarding, and general inquiries. Their ability to quickly identify and address our dog’s growing issues, such as her lack of response to common commands, unfriendly behavior towards other dogs, and being grouchy towards our children, was truly remarkable. In addition to addressing her behavioral concerns, Hakuna Matata also trained her in essential skills and off-leash techniques. We can’t wait to take her with us to local events without any worries. Our dog is the same sweet and loving dog she was before, but with core skills and more attentiveness than before. The staff at Hakuna Matata was incredibly supportive and responsive throughout her stay. They answered all our questions promptly and kept us well-informed about her progress. Their communication was exceptional, and we felt confident that our dog was in good hands. Michael and Joselyn, the owners of Hakuna Matata, are expert trainers and very involved in the training process. They’ve built an amazing business with a fantastic team. The facility itself is impressive, providing a safe and nurturing environment for our dog. We knew that she would be well-cared for and receive the best possible training during her stay. Overall, we are incredibly grateful for the positive impact Hakuna Matata has had on our dog’s life. She has truly transformed for the better, and we are so glad we chose them!

100% recommend. My dog, Nara, and I had an excellent experience with Hakuna Matata’s 2 week board and train program. Joselyn communicated quickly and efficiently during the initial call and scheduling and answered all of my questions. Mike, the trainer, was awesome and really helped us understand Nara’s needs so we could continue training after the two weeks. The updates during Nara’s board and train were timely and helped me better understand what she was learning during training. She learned so much and we are so happy with the progress made. Overall I highly recommend Hakuna Matata for all your dog care & training needs! I’m also looking forward to taking Nara for day care!

We decided to send our 4 month old German Shepherd to Hakuna Matata and we could not have made a better decision. Our puppy was very hyper and reactive before training and now she is a completely different dog (for the better)! Between her heal & walking ability, her temperament, her place skills (with/without distractions), recall, and many more, we could not be more pleased! Joselyn & Mike run an absolutely incredible program and are extremely knowledgeable. We were so thankful to receive frequent texts/pictures/video updates on how our pup was doing at training to give us peace of mind she was being well taken care of. On our pup’s graduation day, Mike ran through a ton of different things between dog psychology, training drills, taking her on a walk with us, and answering any questions we had. He asked that we don’t ever hesitate to reach out and that goes to show that 1) they truly care a ton about your dog and 2) they care about making sure the owners are happy and have everything they need to continue a great life with your newly trained furry family member. We will most definitely be returning to Hakuna Matata whether it be for day camp, boarding, or another board and train for our future pups. We cannot recommend them enough and thank the whole Hakuna Matata team for everything!

Michael and Joselyn are running an incredible dog training business. I've trained my dogs by myself in the past with what I thought were decent results, but with our new puppy, I wanted to invest in her to the level she deserves. She'll be a family member for the next decade-plus, so why not give her (and us) all the tools we can in order to live our best life. Owner, Michael, was her trainer and right away we could tell we made the right call with Hakuna Matata. Our dog did the 2-week overnight training camp and she came back a different dog, in all the best ways, while still being herself. At the end of camp, Michael dropped her off with tons of info, training us for several hours, and even included a new collar, leash, easy-leader, etc. Trust the process and enroll your best friend-- you won't regret it! There's a clear return on investing in your dog, one that keeps on giving. Added bonus-- once your dog completes their training, the dog is eligible for boarding at an extremely competitive price/night and the Hakuna Matata team gives them continuing training while there! Other boarding places cost more and deliver less. Highly recommend!