Happy Pup Training

When we got a new basset puppy last year, we knew were going to need to sign him up for some type of puppy class. Basset hounds are notoriously stubborn and independent, often taking several months to even potty train. Additionally, our new puppy was extremely fearful of new dogs and places. However, through Judy’s positive training, he was transformed. He started to realize how fun it could be to do what we asked him to, and even loved being asked to do it. His new favorite thing in class became being the example puppy, even whining when other dogs were chosen and he wasn’t. Judy taught us and him the basics of walking on leash, staying, sitting, and leaving food alone. Over a year later (of us not practicing nearly as much as we should) he’s still excellent at all the behaviors covered in class. He also got a wonderful chance to interact with other puppies his age, and Judy always helped manage the situation so he never felt forced or overwhelmed. Her kindness with our very sensitive dog was appreciated.

I took a very challenging puppy to group classes and private training here and found so much help. This is a positive trainer who gets very creative with different methods that help dog and owner communicate well. She goes the extra mile. When we discovered severe physical issues, she helped us find ways we could safely exercise her despite the limitations. I've referred six friends to her now and will continue to recommend her without hesitation. She's gets results with lots of tail wags, just what I was looking for. I am so grateful for this patient, positive dog behavioral expert. She's taught my dogs a lot but she's also taught me.

Excellent results with our VERY stubborn puppy! We have had three English Mastiffs over the past 11 years, and decided to give it one more go with a new puppy this year. This little guy was unfortunately born alone (essentially) and experienced a very different early puppyhood than most dogs experience. He came to us with a wonderfully brave and undeterred attitude, but also with a very strong stubborn streak. Based on our past experience with mastiffs, we knew that training was going to be critically important right away. These dogs are typically 100 lbs by the time they are 6 months old ... so there is no time to waste. We engaged with Judy in private training right away when he was 5 wks old. She immediately tapped in to his strengths and weaknesses, and identified ways for us to begin training him effectively right away. We also did a board and train experience with Judy, and our little guy blossomed even more following those few intensive (but fun) days with Judy. We're now enrolled in the group puppy class, and our little guy continue to learn and thrive. He still isn't perfect, but we feel perfectly prepared to continue teaching him how to be our partner. We have no concerns about the progress he is making, and we are very grateful for Judy's continued guidance. Put simply, we would be lost without Judy. This is not our first rodeo, but she has taught us MANY new things we' needed with this unique dog. We cannot recommend her more highly.

Do not go here. After searching around for a dog trainer and talking with people who have had issues here, I still wanted to see in person if this would be a great local place to train my dog. Turns out they where absolutely right. Owner uses smoke and mirrors on social media, and will try anything to get you to spend more money. Owner is lost in her mother nature ways and can't handle any type of criticism professionally.