A Better Bond Dog Training

We decided to get a Cane Corso for our next dog and we knew we needed to start him off right! I know some basics when it comes to training but I know i would need more help with this type of breed. Cynthia has been amazing when she took our Boy Jiovanni for board in train, we had a few hiccups during his training (he started to limp) but Cynthia notified us ASAP and worked with us so we don't overwork his growing joints but still get his training done. We also started to do private lessons with our shepherd mix, as she has some reactivity towards other dogs and ppl, she has been doing amazing progress with the few lessons we have already had! Love Cynthia and her team!

As the first time owner of a Cane Corso, I knew from my extensive research that I would need to invest in training early on to prevent issues from forming down the road. I had initially planned to work with a trainer I met through my rescue but because of his breed, she pointed me in the direction of Cynthia and A Better Bond Dog Training and Behavior. We couldn’t be more grateful for the recommendation, Cynthia’s training knowledge in general is beyond my wildest dreams then add in her personal and professional experience with this breed. It was a match made in heaven! We’ve been consulting via FaceTime and Zoom due to the Shelter In Place orders, not to mention he is currently on exercise restrictions because of a fractured leg. Cynthia didn’t even bat an eye when I told her about his injury! Her response was to continue as planned, we would adapt things to fit his physical limitations and focus heavily on making him mentally strong. I’ve seen drastic positive changes in how he interacts with me and the world around him in such a short time! I couldn’t have asked for a better trainer for Capone and have recommended her to many of my friends looking for training for their pups as well. We will continue to use her for all our training needs and sending others her way for years to come! Thank you for everything Cynthia! Love from Taylor and Capone ❤️

I would not have the relationship that I have with my dog if I did not work with Cynthia. I want to outline 3 key things why I would take my dog, or any doggo for that matter, to Cynthia. 1. Cynthia is not only a gifted dog trainer and someone who will tell you how it really is but as her business name indicates, she is not trying to just modify your dog's behavior, she is working on literally, creating a better bond between you and your dog emotionally, mentally, and physically. You can only get so far with dog treats so it is ESSENTIAL that this bond is created because that is what is you will be building on when you take your dog home. 2. Yes, Cynthia will be working with your dog to learn the basics and polite behavior but something that I do not want you to miss (and something that I didn't really think about until after the fact) is that YOU as the dog trainer will be doing more learning than your dog! They are smart little stinkers. I am being honest when I say that I had to learn more than my dog did (how to communicate with him, to read him, to understand my own body language and how he reads that, etc.) and that was the hardest but most rewarding part. A brief intro to my experience with my dog, Teddy, is that he has leash reactivity and it is STILL something we work on on every walk. Training doesn't stop! 3. The cost. That is a major hiccup for so many people (and it was something I had to think about since I was starting my own business and not sitting on a stack of money) BUT another 2 things here: this is a long-term investment. I think it is a better deal to have a great long term relationship with your dog than to have a dog and dog owner who hate each other. Number 2, after seeing all that Cynthia does and buys to care for your dog for the duration of their stay, the cost is reasonable and make sense because she is also a small business owner herself! All in all, Cynthia will have my business forever. She is honest, hard-working, and really wants you to love your doggo.

A Better Bond Dog was so amazing with our Doodle. She was eating rocks and had to have two surgeries. She needed training on not eating things she wasn’t supposed to and behavioral training. She came back to us an amazing dog that we love dearly. It was a great experience and would highly recommend them. Not only for the training but the follow up and solid commitment. Your dog will be in great hands and you will be thrilled with your outcome.