We’re honored to share that Joybound has been voted Best Dog Training in the East Bay Times’ 2026 Best in the East Bay Readers’ Choice Awards! This recognition comes straight from our incredible community and reflects the positive, science-based training approach that helps strengthen the bond between people and their pets. Click below to explore the full list of winners and see who else made the cut in pet categories and beyond!
Best of the Bay
The East Bay Times & Mercury News Readers’ Choice Awards
There’s nothing more powerful than an endorsement from the community for businesses. Enter Bay Area News Group’s Reader’s Choice contests to contribute your voice and help others gain valuable insights to the local gems in your neighborhood. Your voting participation serves as a powerful endorsement for businesses and services in your community for local recognition and helps ensure your favorite spot stays in business. It’s your chance to publicly celebrate the places you love. You have the power to decide what gets noticed. By nominating and viewing results, you are not just casting a ballot; you are directly influencing public conversation about your city. You become the official source that determines what is recognized as… (Read more)
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