FirstBarkEmily and Miriam are the best! They really care about the pets they care for and train. They are doing fantastic and much needed work. Happy to have them so close by. I will always come to them when looking for a new family member to adopt, and for training and boarding needs. Thank you!
Family K9 Services
Lexington, Texas
About Family K9 Services
We would like to note that our goal in training your dog is not to only master cues, but to shift their mindset. We aim to aid in their transition from a silly self-centered mindset to a calm, controlled and collected mindset. One that prioritizes awareness of their place in the hierarchy and what his/her expectations are.
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Do they only use shock collars and choke chains to train ?
We believe in balanced training. Consequences, both negative and positive, are required for a calm and balanced dog. We do use tools, equipment, treats, and physical rewards to encourage proper behaviors. Above all else, we work hard to create a bond and a level of trust with the dog in order to build a team. While many people dislike the appearance of the prong collars, they are the most efficient and safest tools that all dogs respect. They are able to grab the dog's attention without causing any physical damage to the dog or their trachea. Though there is some controversy over the use of this equipment, they are the most humane and effective training tools. While the equipment and company are great, with the stimulation levels ranging from 0-100, these collars allow the stimulation levels to not only be strong enough, but also sensitive for any kind of dog. I encourage everyone to see e-collars as a form of communication rather than just correction.
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Emily trained our 2 Rhodesian Ridgebacks. And although I am an experienced dog owner I couldn’t have achieved the amazing results without her. She does not only train your dog but she trains you too! She even boarded our 2 when we went on vacation. My dogs are my kids, and it was like leaving them with their aunt. Can’t recommend her services enough and would do it all over again in a heartbeat.
If I could give more than 5 stars, I would not hesitate! Our Great Pyrenese Gunny was escaping from the property, would not come when called and dug everywhere. He would also terrorize our chickens and goats which was not acceptable as his behaviors as this breed are supposed to …Read full reviewClose full review
If I could give more than 5 stars, I would not hesitate! Our Great Pyrenese Gunny was escaping from the property, would not come when called and dug everywhere. He would also terrorize our chickens and goats which was not acceptable as his behaviors as this breed are supposed to be those of a guard/protector dog. Emily and Miriam had him for just over 3 weeks, sending us pictures and videos everyday and we saw him improve with every text message. They took him on field trips to train him in public and we had some one on one lessons to make sure we knew how to continue the training when he came home. The first home lesson was amazing. We took him into the chicken coop and he laid down next to the chickens <3. I Never thought that would be possible. He now has excellent recall skills and is an Entirely New Dog! Emily and Miriam are both also super knowledgeable about all things dog! I also love that they will not just drop the dog off and then dissappear if you ever need help in the future. You will have lifetime support. You will Not be disappointed!
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