A Better Bond Dog Training

This place is the real deal!! I would consider myself a reasonably knowledgeable dog person, but when I made the decision to bring a Cane Corso puppy into my home in January, I knew I was going to need help making sure that pup grew into a well-behaved canine companion (and not a beautiful hellion!). My breeder recommended Cynthia at A Better Bond Dog Training by name, and let me know that she specializes in working with Cane Corsos (although I’m pretty sure Cynthia can train anything folks, probably even cats and my seven year old human). My baby girl Frannie has blossomed during her two stay and trains! She did an initial Wonder Puppy Program where she came home on the weekends and learned structure, manners, beautiful leash work and a variety of commands. She just finished a five week program and has come home to us as a complete and total delight. I now have a nine month old dog who is trained waaaay better than any of my adult dogs ever were! But the part that I love the most is that she is NOT a robot; every aspect of what Cynthia, Mason and the rest of the team do is accomplished with love, honor, fairness and ALWAYS respect. This is not a one size fits all program, which I have personally experienced before with other trainers. Each dog is learned on an individual basis, and their unique traits/quirks/strengths/weaknesses are tapped into to help the dog gain confidence, trust and mutual respect, and then eventually the desired behavior. We all want our fur babies to be with someone we can trust to love and care for them as much as we do, whether it’s a for a single day or a five week stay and train program. You will get that here. And let’s face it; even if our dog is far from perfect, half ugly, kind of a jerk on full moons (or every day maybe), we still secretly want someone to like them as much as we do. I can tell you truthfully, here they will!!

Training with Cynthia at ABBDT has been life-changing for both me and my dog, Sam. Before training, Sam was strong-willed, pushy, and demanding—and without realizing it, I was reinforcing those behaviors. He didn’t listen, and I struggled to set boundaries. But after working with Cynthia, it’s like night and day. He’s now polite, well-mannered, and looks to me for guidance. He no longer feels the need to take control, which allows me to see more of his true personality. He’s still a husky mix with plenty of opinions, but now he expresses them in a way that strengthens our bond instead of testing it. Cynthia is professional, knowledgeable, and an excellent listener. She took the time to understand both Sam’s personality and my challenges, then provided a clear, effective plan and guidance that transformed our relationship. The calm home-like training environment allowed Sam to get more individualized attention, and I didn’t have to worry about the stress of a large, chaotic facility—especially since he came from a shelter. This setting also helped make his transition back to our home and daily routine smoother. One of my favorite parts of working with Cynthia is her private Facebook group, where I could see frequent updates of Sam’s progress and learn from her work with other dogs. The program also includes group obedience classes and pack walks, which are fun ways to reinforce the training and have fun. This experience hasn’t just changed Sam—it’s changed me. The clarity, peace of mind, and confidence I’ve gained have been well worth the investment. And my relationship with Sam is a byproduct and a source of immense joy. Cynthia and her team are outstanding. I can’t recommend them highly enough!

We highly recommend A Better Bond Dog Training! From the very first call, Cynthia has been incredibly informative and patient with all our questions. She is always quick to respond, courteous, and flexible with our schedule. Our very anxious German Shepherd attended their tailored board and stay program, teaching her the skills needed to be a more confident dog and have faith in us as her handlers, leading to a more harmonious household. Through Cynthia’s take-home lessons, we've gained invaluable knowledge to maintain our dog's training. One of the standout aspects is her vast knowledge of dogs, their behavior, and finding quickly what works for them. Cynthia sets realistic goals, ensuring we understand the progress and milestones along the way. Cynthia and her team have worked tirelessly, ensuring we are never left in the dark. We can't thank them enough for their dedication to our dog, Jasmine.

I have been involved with rescue for over 30 years and have worked with many trainers. Cynthia is the BEST I have ever encountered. When we rescued Cash I knew we needed serious training as he is a Cane Corso. After his training with Cynthia, he is so cool and confident. We can take him anywhere. Cynthia has also taught us so much as well. She is 4 hours away from where we live but worth every mile it takes to get to her.