Sandy Meadow Farm Obedience School

Missy and team were so wonderful with helping us learn how to work with our first dog about 12 years ago that we went back with our new puppy even though we are several towns away. Although the same breed, every dog is unique and training has been a new experience. Missy is incredibly intuned to both the dog owner and the dog and provides tried and true guidance, as well as individual recommendations tailored to the specific dog. We've recommended Missy again and again over the years and we look forward to continuing to learn with her and our new puppy through obedience and k9 good citizen training. She and her staff have taken great lengths to ensure a safe environment and were even able to offer zoom classes to help get us started during peak COVID period. We are thankful to have a lifelong resource to help our family successfully train and maintain a happy, healthy home for our pups.

We have taken a total of five classes with Missy Kielbasa with both of our dogs. As a veteran teacher of 30 years, I know how hard it is to make every class fresh and a useful learning experience. Over the years, I continue to be impressed with Missy’s enthusiasm for what she does. She just loves teaching people about dog behavior, and it shows in every class. Also, she is incredibly helpful with any questions one might have about a dog. She asks questions, makes a thoughtful suggestion, and then follows up the next week with a “how did that work out?” Other classes we have tried left us feeling unsatisfied as the trainers didn’t have the level of commitment and enthusiasm that a good teacher needs. Another thing is that, during class, Missy will notice something I am doing and bring it to my attention. It is amazing what a difference changing a simple behavior on the owner’s part can make in the dog’s. I have no hesitation in recommending Missy for any class, from puppy kindergarten to advanced training.