I feel lucky to have found Pawmos after doing extensive research and nearly backing out because I felt guilty about sending my puppy away for two weeks of training. I brought home Rocky, a three-month-old Norwich Terrier and my first dog as an adult. Despite growing up with a toy poodle who lived to be 17, nothing could have prepared me for puppyhood. Rocky was the most energetic, mouthy puppy I'd ever met, and those first few weeks were overwhelming between potty training, crate training, leash training, nonstop biting, boundaries, obedience, and separation anxiety. What sold me on Pawmos was Gabe. He met with me in Brooklyn beforehand, talked me through my concerns, and reassured me that Rocky would be staying in a loving family home rather than a traditional boarding facility. His family and home are lovely. It felt like Rocky was on a two-week vacation, and I started worrying he wouldn't want to come home! Gabe sent daily updates and videos, and I could immediately see a difference when Rocky returned. He was significantly less nippy, more obedient, less anxious, great on a leash, recognized his name, and much better at settling in his crate. Of course, two weeks isn't a magic fix. Rocky is still a puppy with plenty to learn, but Gabe gave us an effective foundation to build on. His pricing was also very reasonable compared to other NYC programs I researched. Above all, Gabe is a genuine guy who is clearly great at what he does. Rocky came home safe, happy, and with some much-needed manners. I couldn't be happier with my decision. Thank you, Gabe!
Pawmos Dog Training
Pawmos Dog Training at a glance
Customers report that Pawmos Dog Training offers in-home sessions and board-and-train programs, with reviewers noting significant improvements in behaviors such as leash reactivity, separation anxiety, and basic obedience. Recurring themes highlight clear communication, including detailed follow-up emails and video updates, as well as the trainer's ability to educate owners on replicating techniques at home. The service is described as using a positive reinforcement approach that helps clients manage their dogs in urban environments.
- Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 181 reviews (100% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 181 Google reviews (175 with written comments, 19 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 69% of reviews.
- Most recent review: November 10, 2026.
- Service: Dog Trainer serving Hempstead, New York.
Data from Google, last updated November 11, 2026.
Star ratings
181 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars181100%
- 4 stars00%
- 3 stars00%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 175 written reviews
- Praise30495%
- Complaints165%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Would recommend8727%
- Staff & attitude7824%
- Speed & response5317%
- Communication4213%
- Honesty & trust3511%
- Quality & results186%
- Price & value72%
What customers talk about
We read 175 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“…and genuinely cares about their long-term success and well-being, I highly recommend Gabriel and Pawmos Training.…”
“We have seen a huge improvement in Toast's behavior and cannot recommend Gabriel enough!”
“Gabriel gave us very helpful tips to solve both of these issues, and then sent us an email recap of the things we need to do with him.”
“Gabe sent daily updates and videos, and I could immediately see a difference when Rocky returned.”
“I also really appreciated that Gabriel walked us through how to continue working with Otis at home so we could build on the progress he made while he was away.”
“Above all, Gabe is a genuine guy who is clearly great at what he does.”
“The board-and-train was also an excellent experience.”
“His pricing was also very reasonable compared to other NYC programs I researched.”
People customers mention
- Gabriel 109 reviews
- Brooklyn 12 reviews
- Care 10 reviews
- Strut 10 reviews
- Gabe 8 reviews
- Danny 5 reviews
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Customer reviews
5.0 ★★★★★ 181 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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The only board and train we would ever trust! Gabriel helped set us up shortly after bringing home our first puppy. Ralph was overwhelmed on walks, and would constantly “plop”. Living in Brooklyn, we wanted to make sure Ralph could walk with us in our neighborhood. After the board and train, Ralph is walking up to a mile without stopping, and most notably, is now a confident dog. His overall manners improved as well!! Gabriel also trained us (we needed more training than Ralph!).
- Services: Dog boarding with training
Thank you so much! It was such a pleasure to have Ralph with us. It’s been great to see him building his confidence so much.
We reached out to Gabriel when we were looking for some extra help with Otis after our baby arrived. We started with a few sessions at home and decided to do a 10-day board & train after seeing how well Otis responded to Gabriel. Gabriel worked with Otis on recall, leash reactivity, his tendency to get overly excited when guests come to the door, and more. He sent us videos every day while Otis was with him so we could see what they were working on, and we’ve seen such a noticeable improvement since he came home. I also really appreciated that Gabriel walked us through how to continue working with Otis at home so we could build on the progress he made while he was away. We’re really happy with the experience and the difference we’ve seen in Otis's behavior. We definitely recommend Pawmos Dog Training!
- Price assessment: Not sure
- Services: Dog boarding with training
It’s been a lot of fun to work with Otis! Thank you so much for your feedback and review!
I chose Gabriel to train my new rescue, Scrappy, after reading quite literally hundreds of impressive five-star reviews across several platforms. After working with him, I can confidently say that those reviews were not an exaggeration. We worked with Gabriel through both individual sessions in our home and board-and-train. From our very first meeting, it was obvious that his approach goes far beyond what others offer. Gabriel is a behaviorist who focuses on understanding the psychology and emotional state behind a dog’s behavior beyond simply teaching commands or correcting unwanted behaviors. One of the most impressive things about working with him is how quickly he can read a dog and understand what is actually driving their behavior. Before choosing Gabriel, I met with several other trainers. They charged hundreds of dollars just to assess Scrappy, and those evaluations largely consisted of provoking reactions and then explaining how they could address the problems later in training. Gabriel took a completely different approach. Within seconds of meeting Scrappy, he was already working with him. In the first session, Gabriel had my nervous little dog, who we had thought was possibly people and dog reactive, off-leash walking around with big dogs and welcoming greetings from their owners. The board-and-train was also an excellent experience. I really appreciated knowing that Scrappy was not only receiving high-level training but was also being cared for by Gabriel and his family. It was clear that they made his well-being a priority, which gave me peace of mind while he was away. Gabriel sent daily video updates. Scrappy’s confidence, reactivity, resource guarding, impulse control, and recall all improved significantly during his time with Gabriel. Just as importantly, Gabriel taught us how to continue the work at home. We definitely still have work to do on our end, but Gabriel gave us an excellent foundation and the tools to keep moving forward. Gabriel is exceptionally committed to the dogs he works with. Even though we are not currently meeting regularly with him, he is available to answer follow-up questions and provide guidance when needed. It is also clear that he wants the owners of the dogs he trains to be self-sufficient. One thing that really stood out to me is how flexible and creative Gabriel is in his approach. It’s clear that his background in jazz has influenced the way he works—he’s incredibly adaptable, thinks on his feet, and seems to instinctively know when to change course based on what the dog is giving him in the moment. Nothing feels scripted or one-size-fits-all. He has a remarkable ability to improvise, problem-solve, and find the right approach in real time, which I think is a huge part of what makes him so effective. Gabriel truly went above and beyond for Scrappy, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. If you are looking for a trainer in the New York area who understands dogs on a deeper level and genuinely cares about their long-term success and well-being, I highly recommend Gabriel and Pawmos Training.
- Services: Dog boarding with training, Dog training
Thank you so much. I really appreciate your review. It’s been amazing to see how much progress scrappy has made. All thanks to you guys. Amazing job keep it up.
I found Gabriel by Googling "best dog trainer in NYC". He has over 100 five star reviews, and now I understand why. My dog, Money, spent some time at the shelter before I got him, and he was very leash reactive with other dogs. He also scavenges for food outside and could possibly eat something to make him sick. Gabriel gave us very helpful tips to solve both of these issues, and then sent us an email recap of the things we need to do with him. We have been following his recommendations, and the difference in my dog is already incredible. We only me with him a week ago! It is not training that relies on treats, special collars, or cruel methods. It is behavior modification that teaches dogs what the boundaries and rules are in a way that they understand. Definitely THE NYC Dog Whisperer. I cannot recommend him highly enough!
- Price assessment: Reasonable price
- Services: Dog training
Thank you so much for your review. Money is such a wonderful dog and you guys are so good to him. keep the good work up!!
Gabriel was wonderful to work with, and we saw meaningful improvements in several of our puppy's behaviors after training. Before working with Gabriel, our puppy would constantly try to eat things off the street and would nudge strangers on walks. Those behaviors have improved dramatically. He also has much more reliable recall now and comes back when called in off-leash areas. Gabriel is knowledgeable, patient, and took the time to understand our puppy's personality as well as our goals. He was also responsive to follow-up questions after the training and offered practical advice as new challenges came up. The one area we're still continuing to work on is leash pulling. Our puppy is a large, strong dog (75+ lbs), and while we made progress in many other areas, he still gets very excited and pulls, especially when heading toward his favorite places like the dog park. Gabriel answered my questions about tools such as a gentle leash which has helped manage his strength while we continue reinforcing loose-leash walking. Overall, we're very happy with our experience and would absolutely recommend Gabriel to anyone looking for a thoughtful, positive trainer who genuinely cares about helping both dogs and their owners succeed.
So glad to hear about all the improvements. Keep up the good work with the loose leash. Thanks for your kind words, I really appreciate it!!
Upon meeting him, you can immediately tell that Gabriel takes a compassionate approach towards understanding dogs, and it shows in his work and results. My Frenchie, stubborn and hard-to-train as the rest of them, saw marked improvements after just one session with Gabriel. I highly recommend him to any owner of a dog with behavioral issues... just one meeting is all it takes!
- Price assessment: Great price
- Services: Dog training
Thank you! this made my day! I’m so glad to hear about the progress. Keep up the good work!
Gabriel is a dog whisperer! Our pup's behavior improved almost immediately after working with Gabriel. He is an expert in his field, and since working with him, our dog no longer has signs of separation anxiety, and his basic obedience issues have improved dramatically. I highly recommend his services and would definitely go back for more training if needed.
- Services: Dog training
Thank you so much. Seeing the separation anxiety resolved it’s always the best we are for me. He takes real consistency on your end too. Congrats!
Gabriel helped us work on some difficult issues with our new puppy, and it was a real game changer. Our puppy is much better adjusted and happier with the techniques we learned
Thank you for sharing and for your review. Hearing about a happier and more adjusted pup is always music to my ears!
Gabriel has unlocked some challenges I have been having with my leash reactive Doberman. He is very clear and concise and is able to use real examples and situations in public to address our needs. That way, I am able to practice on my own after our sessions. It’s important to note Gabriel focuses on more dog behavioralist work which is different than a dog trainer that I had previously. We are able to allow my dog to go through the process and make the right decisions. That is the goal. I strongly recommend Gabriel for any needs you may have with your dogs. You won’t regret it. Thank you !
- Price assessment: Great price
- Services: Dog training
Handling a reactive Doberman is not easy. Congratulations on your part. You’re doing an amazing job! Thank you for your review!!
Business details
- Address: 121 5th Ave Ste 117, Brooklyn, NY 11217
- Phone: (917) 557-9402
- Website: pawmos.com
- Service area: Hempstead, NY