Calm on Command K9

I CANNOT recommend Rj enough! If you are on the fence about sending your pup to boot camp, or if you feel hopeless and out of options with your dog, I implore you to go to Rj. You WILL NOT regret it! Here is Nigel's and my story: My boy Nigel did a 5 week bootcamp. I drove Nigel all the way from Washington state for it and it was so 100% worth it. When I first rescued Nigel he had extreme anxiety that translated to severe leash reactivity. His fears and nervousness continued to escalate despite all my attempts to help him out. I tried multiple trainers (one trainer even said Nigel’s struggles were not fixable and I should just figure out how to live with them), different medications, and even a visit to a behaviorist, but nothing was helping my boy. I was heartbroken for him as it was abundantly clear he couldn’t even enjoy normal dog activities without working himself into a tizzy. It became increasingly hard to even venture out of the house with him. I was emotionally exhausted and racked with guilt about Nigel, as he spent the majority of his time confined to the house and yard. The turning point came I made the decision to send Nigel to Baltimore for Rj's bootcamp! Rj is an absolutely amazing and kind soul who not only completely understands the minds of dogs and how to reform even the most severe cases, but he truly cares about them and treated Nigel like family. When we went to pick Nigel up, I was blown away by my boy. Nigel has a new sense of purpose, he is happy, he is calm, the anxiety that constantly plagued him is virtually gone thanks to the relationship Rj has helped cultivate between Nigel and me. Rj’s bootcamp was truly life changing for Nigel and me—all I wanted before this was to be able to take Nigel on a simple walk like any other dog parent. Don’t give up, y’all—you can have the relationship with your dog that you want if you just find the right place to get some help. And for that, I can’t thank Rj, or recommend ZenRj training, enough!!

I will tell you that 5 stars are simply inadequate for reviewing Zen Rj Dog training! In fact there are not enough stars in this galaxy to reflect how completely thrilled we are with the work RJ has done with our sweet dog Rajah. Our initial plan was to do one on one training with me and Rajah and Rj, as he had a lot of commands down. I had been working with him every day since we got him. HOWEVER, after the 2nd lesson, I decided to do the boot camp. BEST DECISION EVER!! We now have a dog I can and do, take everywhere, and the first thing people say is how well behaved he is. It is a fabulous feeling to take your dog out knowing he is going to do as you say and not misbehave. Awesome recall, calm on command, does as he is asked and lies down quietly for as long as I tell him to. He is still just as sweet, no change in personality. I have learned the true meaning of how to be the best pack leader I can to him. Rj teaches you and your dog much much more than just commands, but truly how to communicate with your dog, and lets your dog understand what you expect of him. He helps you understand and avoid the common mistakes that we people often make with our dogs, because we love them, but then provide the recipe for misbehavior by not setting the appropriate limits and structure for them. My husband and children were amazed at his transformation. Neighbors too! Always a good dog he is now AMAZING!! Yes Rj uses e-collars. The level my dog works off of I cannot feel. At the point I can feel it, it feels like a Tens unit. NOT shock.DUH! Rj trains the dogs in his home which is a lovely, immaculate, safe, warm setting. His own dogs, who of course are perfectly behaved, are mentors to the untrained little heathens entering boot camp. They taught Rajah how to play appropriately and have nice puppy manners with other dogs. Rj approaches dog training with an incredible passion, kindness, an enormous wealth of knowledge and love. I am so grateful to the Universe for putting us in his path, I can’t imagine ever using a different trainer or a different method. Rj ROCKS!! Worth every CENT!! We couldn’t be happier! Singing the Hallelujah chorus!!!