Canine Karma Dog Training

I don’t even know where to begin. If I could give more than five stars, I absolutely would. Grace Hopper is my second Mini Schnauzer. I had a schnauzer before who was already trained, so I thought I understood the breed and what to expect. I was not prepared for how different this experience would feel. Grace is incredibly smart and full of personality — but she was also intense, impulsive, and constantly overstimulated. I love her deeply, but I have to be honest: at one point, it was affecting my nervous system. I felt overwhelmed and unsure whether she would ever settle into the kind of calm, focused companion I hoped for. That changed with David and Isabela at Canine Karma Training. From the very first interaction, I felt seen and supported — not judged. They bring such a rare combination of knowledge, structure, and compassion. Their program is grounded in science, but it is delivered with heart. Grace went through their board-and-train program, and the transformation has been nothing short of remarkable. What moved me most was not just the behavioral changes, but the way they cared for her — and for me. I received consistent updates, thoughtful notes, and reassurance throughout the process. I never once felt disconnected from her progress. When I picked Grace up, the handover was detailed and thorough. They did not just give me a trained dog — they gave me the tools, structure, and confidence to continue the work at home. That matters more than I can express. It has now been two weeks since Grace Hopper has been home, and I can honestly say I am seeing a version of her I wasn’t sure we would reach. She maintains beautiful eye contact, settles calmly in Place, walks with focus, and most importantly — feels more regulated and steady. The potential in her continues to grow every day as I follow the plan they provided. There were moments before training when I wondered if we would ever get here. Today, I see a dog who is thoughtful, responsive, and capable of calm in a way that once felt out of reach. David and Isabela don’t just train dogs — they reshape relationships. They remain patient and responsive to my questions even after Grace returned home. Their continued support has made the transition feel safe and sustainable. I am deeply grateful for the care, discipline, and clarity they brought into our lives. Grace Hopper is becoming the dog I always hoped she could be, and I give David and Isabela so much credit for that. If you are feeling overwhelmed, unsure, or wondering whether your dog can truly change — I can tell you from personal experience: with the right guidance, they absolutely can. Canine Karma Training is extraordinary.

Canine Karma trained our dog probably about two and a half years ago now, and he remains exceptionally well trained...so much so that people regularly comment on his behavior (and then lament about their own dog's behavior!). We continue to user them for boarding and refresher training sessions, and our dog loves being there. A key aspect of their program is that they don't create obedient robots--they teach dogs about communication, and then they teach owners HOW to communicate. The end result is that our dog still gets to be a dog...but he knows when it's time to get serious. David and Isabela are excellent trainers--both of dogs AND people. They're no-BS and fully committed to making both dogs and their owners better. I also greatly appreciate their boundaries in accepting follow-up training and boarding--owners must continue to adhere to and practice key training objectives to be retained as future clients. Bottom line: Stop hesitating or going through google review decision paralysis. This is your team, they'll help you create an amazing relationship with your dog.