Wagging Tail Academy

Maribeth, owner and dog trainer at Wagging Tail Academy, came highly recommended to me and I am eternally grateful for having found her. She is the most down to earth, kind, and caring person you will ever meet. She is the dog whisperer -- she truly understands each dog's behaviors, personalities, thought processes, and feelings. She is hyper aware of their sensitivities and reservations, and always finds a way to creatively tailor her lessons to what is best for each dog. She is a goldmine of information; I use what she has taught me in my day-to-day interactions with my dog, and it has really strengthened our bond. Plus, she's always willing to answer my questions, and I ask a LOT of questions! Most importantly to me -- she is the only dog trainer in New Hampshire that I have found (and I did a lot of research before landing on her) that *actually* uses *positive* reinforcement and *kind* training methods. She does not use any fear or punishment-based methods (e.g. pinch/prong or shock collars), and what she teaches actually makes sense and does work, the key is *consistency*. I have an extremely sweet and social pup who is too smart for her own good, and as a result can be very stubborn, but she is not aggressive at all and would never hurt anyone. When another training facility in the area suggested a pinch collar, due to my pup's "lack of respect," I was extremely uncomfortable. This method felt outdated and inappropriate for my pup. Shortly afterwards Maribeth was recommended to me, and I'm so glad I listened to my gut and took my pup to Wagging Tail Academy. I will continue to shout Maribeth's name and Wagging Tail Academy from the rooftops. They offer private lessons and group classes, and what you learn will be useful for your entire lifetime if you have or are around dogs. Her prices are fair and worth every penny. Thank you Maribeth, for everything you have done for me and my Roo, and for the dog community as a whole! <3