Perfect Behavior Dog Training

As first time dog owners, we didn’t really know what we should be doing to train our mischievous Blue Picardy Spaniel, Theo. He was an adorable puppy, always active, always ready to play and always up to something naughty the second we left him alone in a room. By the time he was nine months old we were exhausted. We decided we needed a little professional help and, after asking for recommendations from other UWS dog owners, I called Jay Andors. The first time Theo met Jay he was immediately both focused and calm. Within moments he understood that if he showed the correct behavior he would receive a treat. Jay worked with Theo and me for six sessions shaping Theo’s behavior using clicker training. We saw vast improvements in many areas, especially impulse control. Theo learned basic commands – sit, stay, down, - and developed an excellent recall. He also learned to drop items using “off,” to come to me and touch his nose to my hand at the word “touch” (very useful during walks and as a way to regain his attention), and also to go and settle on his own mat at the command “mat.” Jay was incredibly patient, taking the time to explain the science behind the training, and also to make me feel good about the work I was doing in Theo’s training. Jay also recommended dog toys to keep Theo’s mind active to burn off some of his extra energy. Over the course of a few weeks Theo became much calmer, and more able to settle quietly and entertain himself - and so was a much easier dog for us to handle. Thanks to Jay, we could finally relax a little! When we got a second dog, Ziggy, we were able to use all the knowledge and training tools that Jay had given us and we trained Ziggy ourselves from the age of three months. While Theo will always be a little bit naughty, our dogs are a joy to be with. I highly recommend Jay as a dog trainer. He loves dogs, respects and understands them, and forms a strong bond with the dogs he works with. He’s kind and patient with humans too!

I have a 35 pound rescue dog, Maxwell, that I love very much, but he has a lot of issues - he is perceived as aggressive by most, he urinates in the apartment, cries or barks when he wants something until he gets it, barks loudly when he hears any noise, air bites at people when they try to pet him, guards his food and other objects, cannot be around other dogs, growls and snares at other people on walks, is triggered by loud noises and children, and the list goes on... Also Maxwell has pancreatitis, so his food and treat intake is limited. I first contacted Jay in a place of desperation, really not knowing if Maxwell could function in a small apartment in a busy part of the city. With my input and feedback, Jay developed a strategy to manage Maxwell on walks and stop the urinating in the apartment (our top priories). With Jay's training, Maxwell has improved dramatically on walks, I can now walk him and not worry that he will bark loudly at people or children, lunge at people or dogs, or become startled and reactive due to loud noises. This was complete in six to seven sessions. We are also working on crate shaping, so Maxwell will go in the crate during the day and stop the urination in the apartment. Jay takes my desperate calls, emails, and texts at most hours, and is always available to talk through the dog crises that are evolving. Jay was our last resort, we have tried other training methods that haven't worked, and no one else will take Maxwell because of his aggressive tendencies. Jay really cares about Maxwell, and it shows in his work and concern. My husband is in federal law enforcement and I am an attorney, so neither of us have a lot of time for training. Now we use walks as training sessions, and about 20 additional minutes in the apartment each day. We currently meet with Jay once a week, but hope to increase that in the near future. I really don't know if Maxwell will ever be a perfectly behaved dog, but with Jay's assistance I think we can manage him and keep everyone safe. I highly recommend Jay, wish I could give him six stars. Thanks, Jay!

I've known Jay for years, ever since my dog was a puppy and his help has been incredibly valuable. His positive reinforcement training has helped my dog get past some challenges without causing her any stress. He is incredibly patient with dogs -- and owners! -- and explains things clearly and helpfully. My dog adores him and is super eager to please. He is also the only groomer I'll go to because of how calm and stress-free the environment is. The fact that she always looks adorable is a bonus!!

We first met Jay Andors at his wonderful dog grooming salon, where we were encouraged to help bathe and dry our pets. It was clear that Jay understood how to reduce animal stress even in the most mundane tasks. He told us he was also a trainer and related to us his training and study of Karen Pryor’s clicker method, designed to train animals scientifically—a proven method known to be effective for animals as disparate as dolphins and octopuses. Jay is an expert in the clicker method and has advanced training in the method. When we first adopted our second Sheltie, Sarah, she was very shy, as dog experts say. We might say ‘fearful’. She would not come when call and she was frightened of any approach to her. We called Jay for his help and brought him in to help us. He worked with us and with Sarah, enabling us to reach her and gain her confidence. Jay was always available to help us and recommended new training techniques throughout the time we have known him. Our older dog Nina has a problem with bicycles and runners. She barks and leaps at their approach. Jay has been very helpful in coaching us in ways to distract and help Nina. We highly recommend Jay as a kind, effective and knowledgeable trainer. Rory and Shelly Butler

Jay is a dog training rock star to me. When I moved to the city with Newt, my rough collie, I was terrified because he had no respect for the curb and when he got off leash - a couple (waaaaay too many) times he went into the street and it was a miracle he wasn't killed on the spot. Jay has a way of focusing the dog on a particular behavior and locking it in. Now I can have him off leash in the park with zero worries. If I drop the leash, he doesn't bolt at all anymore. THANK YOU, JAY. You made my life with Newt in the city a leisurely, worry free joy rather than the nightmare it was before I found you. You are the King!