iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%66+36Reliability 24%63+15.3Value 14%96+13.6Replies to reviews 7%96+6.8Craft & service penalty41−5.9Momentum penalty91−0.9Experts Score= 65Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.65SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#73 of 75 dog trainersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 3%
4.6★★★★★30 Google reviews · 24 photos
87%five-star reviews
4.50★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Discover Canine Dog Training offers residential obedience programs where dogs stay with the family, with customers praising the resulting behavioral improvements and the staff's willingness to educate owners. The business maintains a 4.6-star rating from 30 reviews, with the owner responding to all feedback. However, lower-rated reviews criticize the high cost of services and inconsistent communication, noting that some clients struggled to reach the team or received limited updates during the training period.
Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 30 reviews (87% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 30 Google reviews (27 with written comments, 5 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Most recent review: August 28, 2026.
Service: Dog Trainer serving Pontotoc, Mississippi.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other dog trainers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and replies to reviews; weakest: craft & service.
Discover Canine Dog TrainingDog Trainers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Discover Canine Dog Training: 66/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.B
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Discover Canine Dog Training: 63/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.B
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Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Discover Canine Dog Training: 41/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.C
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Discover Canine Dog Training: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
96
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Discover Canine Dog Training: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Discover Canine Dog Training: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 51.A
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Star ratings
30 Google reviews we collected
4.6of 5
5 stars2687%
4 stars13%
3 stars00%
2 stars13%
1 star27%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 27 written reviews
93%praise
Praise3793%
Complaints38%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price267%
Reasonable00%
Overpriced00%
Not sure133%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend1230%
Staff & attitude820%
Communication718%
Quality & results615%
Price & value410%
Honesty & trust25%
Speed & response13%
What customers talk about
We read 27 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“We are so grateful for Kelly and all her hard work and couldn’t recommend her more!”
“She went from a wild, rambunctious golden retriever to a calm, well-mannered girl, all thanks to her incredible trainer’s patience and expertise.”
“She kept in regular communication with messages, pictures, and videos.”
“Discover canine did an excellent job of training my Frenchie.”
“It was so worth it, we wish we'd have taken them in years earlier.”
“It cost $2,000.”
“They are open and honest and more than willing to let you see their facilities.”
“The family at Discover K9 are super professional yet very laid back and are very responsive when we wanted to check in on our dog while she was there.”
People customers mention
Kelly6 reviews
Ricky3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Discover Canine Dog Training for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
amanda1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
We were very pleased with Discover Canine Dog Training. Our golden doodle doesn’t jump on people or surf kitchen counters. We were really glad that DCDT keep the dogs being trained inside their home with their family. We were so pleased, we are sending our newest 3 golden doodles for training to them in November.
Great priceDog boarding with training
K2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Taffy’s transformation has been amazing! She went from a wild, rambunctious golden retriever to a calm, well-mannered girl, all thanks to her incredible trainer’s patience and expertise. She’s now on her way to becoming a certified therapy dog and will soon be bringing comfort to patients in hospitals. We are so…
Sonia3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Discover canine did an excellent job of training my Frenchie. I am forever grateful to them.
Not sureDog boarding with trainingDog training
Keith1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Our family has used the Hookers for training multiple dogs over the past 10 years and I can’t recommend them enough. They are a constant resource of knowledge and always available to answer questions.
Great priceDog boarding with trainingDog training
Kelly9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★
Was recommended this place. I was directed to make an appointment so I did. She had to push it back a few days and thats understandable as things happen. She didn't initiate the call, I had to text her and then she called me for our appointment. She was very friendly and knowledgeable as we spoke about my dogs…
Ty1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
My Bentley attended training here. It was the best investment I could have made for my dog and I. He came back completely changed for the better. Kelly was very informative and communicated well. She went above and beyond to get the best results. I will forever be grateful for this training!
We were very pleased with Discover Canine Dog Training. Our golden doodle doesn’t jump on people or surf kitchen counters. We were really glad that DCDT keep the dogs being trained inside their home with their family. We were so pleased, we are sending our newest 3 golden doodles for training to them in November.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog boarding with training
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you, Amanda! We appreciate you and can’t wait to meet the new babies💙
Hannah Pittman4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Hannah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Taffy’s transformation has been amazing! She went from a wild, rambunctious golden retriever to a calm, well-mannered girl, all thanks to her incredible trainer’s patience and expertise. She’s now on her way to becoming a certified therapy dog and will soon be bringing comfort to patients in hospitals. We are so grateful for Kelly and all her hard work and couldn’t recommend her more! ❤️🐾
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much! Taffy is a special girl!! We appreciate you!
Sonia Eden3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sonia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our family has used the Hookers for training multiple dogs over the past 10 years and I can’t recommend them enough. They are a constant resource of knowledge and always available to answer questions.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog boarding with training, Dog training
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you Keith & Laura! We appreciate your family so much!!
Kelly H9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kelly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Was recommended this place. I was directed to make an appointment so I did. She had to push it back a few days and thats understandable as things happen. She didn't initiate the call, I had to text her and then she called me for our appointment. She was very friendly and knowledgeable as we spoke about my dogs issues. At the end I told her I needed to speak with my spouse and I would get back with her. After talking to my spouse, I tried to call back and got no answer. I left a voice message, no answer. I waited a day or so and I texted, no answer. I called again and was directed to make an appointment. So I did. My phone consult was yesterday and nothing. No call. No message. No text. I'm incredibly disappointed in the lack of any communication from her.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Hi! I apologize if I didn’t follow up with you. Did you leave a message or text me. I don’t have a voicemail or a text from you. I often don’t receive voicemails. It is never my intention to ignore clients. What number did you call and text?
Maggie Wadsworth4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Maggie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My Bentley attended training here. It was the best investment I could have made for my dog and I. He came back completely changed for the better. Kelly was very informative and communicated well. She went above and beyond to get the best results. I will forever be grateful for this training!
Response from the owner · 2 years ago
Thank you so much! We really appreciate your family and Bentley!
Blake McGaughy11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Blake has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our puppy Nash went to Discover Canine traing. We were extremely pleased with results. The trainers were the best and were highly recommended. We were especially pleased that they took time to "train" us before we brought Nash home. I highly recommend Discover Canine Training!
Response from the owner · 2 years ago
Look how handsome Nash is! Thank you so much! We appreciate your family! Nashy is such a good boy and is all grown up now!
Aubrey Kate Martinez3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Aubrey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Loved discover k9 so much! My boy Murphy is a large Bernese mountain dog, and was always “good” but as he got stronger and larger I was really struggling to walk him and care for him the way he needed. Since discover k9 I am confident and happy walking him, taking him around other people and dogs, and just living day to day life with such a large doggy best friend! Discover k9 made all the difference in our relationship. I was also very impressed with the care and attention sweet Murphy received while in training. He has a sensitive stomach and when he had some tummy issues I was kept updated and informed of the vet visit and how he was doing. Especially since tummy issues may be written off as minor I appreciated their concern and felt that he was just as safe and loved with discover k9 as he would be at home with me. They are so kind and send cute updates and pictures of your fur baby along the journey! 10/10 experience! WORTH IT!!!
Response from the owner · 2 years ago
Aww thank you so much for all the kind words! We love you guys! He is definitely strong, but he’s so very sweet. Once he figured out what we wanted, he was eager to please! You have done such a great job following up and practicing his training. We appreciate yall!
