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Rescue Dog Training: Transforming Lives Through Expert Canine Rehabilitation

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“Rescue Dog Training: Transforming Lives Through Expert Canine Rehabilitation”

Welcome to a transformative journey where expert dog training meets the unique challenges of rescue dogs who began their lives as street dogs in other countries. In this comprehensive blog post, we’ll explore the complexities of training dogs with severe aggression issues, the invaluable role played by a specialized dog trainer, and how this training not only saved lives but enriched the experiences of the newfound owners.

The Unique Challenges of Street Dog Rehabilitation:

Rescue dogs originating from the streets of other countries often present distinctive challenges, and when aggression issues are involved, the complexity of the rehabilitation process intensifies. These challenges include fear-based aggression, territorial behavior, and difficulty in adapting to a domesticated environment.

Addressing Aggression through Specialized Techniques:

As an expert dog trainer specializing in rescue dog rehabilitation, I employ proven techniques to address aggression issues. Utilizing specialized techniques such as aggression management, desensitization, and counterconditioning, our training methods are tailored to reframe negative behaviors and replace them with positive responses. This ensures a safer and more harmonious environment for both the dogs and their owners.

Building Trust and Establishing Control:

Key to the success of training aggressive rescue dogs is the establishment of trust and control. Employing positive reinforcement techniques, such as treats, praise, and toys, becomes crucial in building a bond between the trainer, the dog, and their new owners. Family K9 Dog Training’s techniques include trust-building exercises, controlled environments, and positive reinforcement strategies play a vital role in the training process.

Video clip of former dog reactive street dog:

Take a look at the dog training video below – a clip of Mike and Topanga working together around a distracting, pushy puppy named Alfie.  Prior to training Topanga would have been actively trying to get to Alfie to attack him. Not just from up close but Topanga would have had an aggressive response to him from a city block away. In the clip Alfie is no more than a few feet away, Topanga remains calm and focused on her owner Mike.    You can see that she is not only obedient and focused but calm and trusts her training – so much so that she is ignoring his advances.  I am purposed letting him get close in order to help proof her training and help Mike understand some key concepts in our lesson.

Rescue Dogs, Enriched Lives:

The impact of our training extends beyond behavioral modification; it enriches the lives of both the dogs and their owners. Rescue dogs, once plagued by aggression issues, transform into well-adjusted companions. Our training brings canine enrichment, through building tools that we can use to communicate and create an understanding.   Through a multitude of techniques and employing positive behaviour reinforcement the dogs quickly adapt to a new way fo doing things. Good dog training is much more than controlling a dog – it is a quality of life game changer for the dog and the dog owners.

Being a Responsible Dog Owner:

Each year cities like Montreal are enacting tighter and stricter dog laws as a result of dog bites, incidences of aggression and out of control dogs  Owning a dog with reactivity or aggression issues is not just a concern for the dog and owner but also society as a whole  Training your reactive dog will not only give your dog and yourself a better quality of life, it will also go a long way towards being a good neighbour.  If we want to be able to keep on enjoying our dogs, being able to take them to public places such as parks, shops, and enjoy the freedoms and privileges of dog ownership as we know it – having a trained dog is absolutely the best way to do so.

Saving Lives through Specialized Training:

In instances of severe aggression, dog training becomes a life-saving endeavor. Family K9 Dog Training’s approach not only gives owners and dogs tools that can be used but peace of mind.

The dog in the photo at the top of the page named Wobbles is a rescue dog who began life as a street dog in Pakistan.  She came from rough beginnings, had an amputation as a result of an injury and was wildly reactive to other dogs. Wobbles took very well to training and has come back for boarding many times since her training was completed.  her owners report a dramatic change in her behaviour and have done a good job maintaining the training she has received from Family K9 Dog Training.  In fact after the lessons with Mike and Topanga – Wobbles was walking into the front of the kennel with her owner Emily – and both dogs were exemplary. 

Empowering New Owners:

Our commitment extends beyond the training sessions; we empower new owners to continue the positive trajectory initiated during training. Through  responsible dog ownership, ongoing support, and canine behavior education, Family K9 Dog Training equips owners with the knowledge and skills to maintain a positive and secure environment for their once-aggressive rescue dogs. Embark on a rewarding journey with Family K9 Dog Training’s specialized training programs. Through the lens of an expert dog trainer, witness, the transformation of street dogs with dog aggression issues into well-behaved companions. Family K9’s commitment to positive reinforcement, science based training principles, behaviour modification, and life-saving techniques ensure that each rescue dog & their family find a better quality of life. Join family, Canine and celebrating the incredible journey of overcoming challenges, enriching lives, and creating lasting bonds with our four-legged friends, In the realm of rescue dog training, where challenges meet compassion, our expert approach ensures the successful rehabilitation of street dogs with major aggression issues. 

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Wobbles - a three legged street dog from Pakistan in for training in April 2023.
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Wobbles and Nick enjoying some play time!
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Bailey was wildly dog reactive and her owners needed help to control her dog reactivity. Living in downtown Montreal, in a condo this presented many challenges just in going out for a walk. Bailey is now a well behaved dog and her owner do a fine job with her.
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Bailey enjoying some play time!
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Rove a Street dog from Lebanon. Rove had huge reactivity issues prior to training and could not be near other dogs. Pictured is his owner practicing with him during a lesson with dogs right by the fence.
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Rove and Nick Relaxing and bonding.
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Rove and Nick. Coffee time...
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Avoid #1 Mistake That Can Ruin a Dog’s Life

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Dog owners need to understand how to foster emotional health in their dogs. Teaching dogs that avoidance is not only ok but is actually encouraged is a very dangerous message that will doom a dog to getting locked into fear based reactions and patterns. it is a quality of life killer for both Canine and it’s owner.

Learn how to help build your dog’s confidence and how to avoid the common mistakes many dog owners make on a daily basis without even being aware they are doing it.

Unleashing Confidence: Montreal Dog Trainer Transforming Fearful Pups into Confident Companions

Meet Nick Zevgolis, owner of Family K9 Dog Training a dedicated dog trainer whose expertise goes beyond teaching commands – Nick specializes in helping dogs overcome fear and avoidance through innovative behavioral training. In this blog post, we’ll explore the remarkable journey of Montreal’s dogs as they learn to conquer their fears and rediscover joy with Nick’s techniques and guidance.

Understanding Fear and Avoidance:

Dogs, like humans, can experience fear and avoidance due to various reasons – whether it’s a traumatic past experience, lack of socialization, or a natural predisposition. Nick recognizes that addressing these issues requires a unique approach that combines patience, empathy, and science-backed training methods.

Creating a Safe Haven:

Nick starts by creating a safe and nurturing environment for each dog. This safe haven serves as the foundation for building trust, an essential element in overcoming fear. Through positive reinforcement and gentle guidance, dogs begin to associate training sessions with comfort and security.  The dogs learn that through following the lead of their person they can achieve what they crave the most – feeling secure.  Their reactivity and avoidance is in fact driven by this hard-wired need. So what we do in training is replace their fear driven reactions with new behaviours that not only make our lives easier when handling our dogs but ultimately give the dogs a better quality of life.

Tailored Training Programs:

No two dogs are alike, and Nickunderstands the importance of tailoring training programs to meet individual needs. Whether a dog is fearful of other dogs, people, or certain environments, Nick employs a customized approach that gradually exposes them to the source of fear in a controlled manner. This gradual exposure allows dogs to build confidence at their own pace.  Consultations are required prior to a training program in cases of behavioural issues – read about Family K9 Dog Training Consultations here.

Positive Reinforcement Techniques:

Nick relies on positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desirable behaviors. From treats and praise to play and affection, dogs are motivated to conquer their fears through positive associations, making the learning process enjoyable and stress-free.

Building Canine Confidence:

As dogs progress through the training program, a noticeable transformation occurs – fear begins to dissipate, replaced by newfound confidence. Nick celebrates every small victory, reinforcing positive behaviors and encouraging a positive outlook on life for each furry trainee.

Success Stories:

Nick has witnessed incredible success stories, where once-fearful dogs have blossomed into confident, happy companions. From overcoming leash reactivity to thriving in social situations, the results speak volumes about the effectiveness of Nick’s approach to behavioral training.

 

Harper a fear reactive Chihuahua trained by Nick Zevgolis of Family K9 Dog Training. harper was trained by Nick @ the age of 12. Yes, 12 years old and she and her owners are enjoying a better quality of life.  Go Harper!
Harper a fear reactive Chihuahua trained by Nick Zevgolis of Family K9 Dog Training. harper was trained by Nick @ the age of 12. Yes, 12 years old and she and her owners are enjoying a better quality of life.  Go Harper!

 

Conclusion:

Dogs from Montreal to as far as the west coast of both Canada and the US are finding hope and healing through the dedicated efforts of Family K9 Dog Training. By addressing fear and avoidance with patience, empathy, and positive reinforcement, Nick is paving the way for a brighter, more confident future for our beloved furry friends. If you have a dog struggling with fear or avoidance, consider reaching out to Family K9 Dog Training and embark on a journey of transformation that will not only enhance your dog’s life but also deepen the bond between you and your loyal companion.

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Dog Aggression – Helping Dog Owners Other Trainers Failed

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This is an old video being reposted.

A Rescue Dog Story – Good Intentions Gone Bad 

Listen to these dog owners recount their story and experience having rescued the dog off the streets.

What it was like for them, trying to integrate the dog into their lives, an urban environment, full of distractions and other dogs.

Failed Attempt at Dog Training – Other trainers Claim Dog Cannot Be Helped

Another training school had told them that there was nothing they could do to help this dog and had relegated this dog to having to be boarded up behind sheets of plywood to keep it from trying to attack the other dogs in class.

Dog Training – Setting the Dog Up For Success

As much as I am not a fan of dog parks, we filmed this video in a local dog park in order to show the dogs ability to coexist around other dogs and humans.

Hopefully this video will reach those of you who are in need of help with your dogs and provide a glimmer of hope to not give up on your dogs, on your training and on your search for finding the right trainer to help you with your dog.

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Dog Training Myth: Can you train an old(er) dog

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Training older dogs?

The idea for this blog post was inspired by Harper the 11 year old Chihuahua pictured above.

Her owners contacted me for a consultation and then ultimately to train Harper via the internal training program.

Harper has a long history of reactivity, aggression, and more than a few bites.

It was clear and her consultation that Harper was not only a dog who had learned to reward her self through her fearful aggression, but also that she was a trainable dog who would benefit greatly from learning a new way of doing things.

When people say “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks” it isn’t really accurate.

Dogs fall into patterns often by accident. They try something and if it works – why not stick with it?  People often train their dog unknowingly – meaning they reinforce the wrong things, usually because they lack the clear understanding of the science of dog training and how reinforcement works. 

In Harper’s case she showed a high degree of reactivity and fear – people would then back away and Harper believed that she needed to continue doing this in order to remain safe. This was compounded by her owners picking her up, or trying to offer Harper some comfort which in turn sounds like praise to a dog.  So Harper’s logic was very simple: “This works!”

My job was to teach Harper some skills and then show her that we can utilize those skills to her ultimate goal of safety.  This creates a huge win/win in dog training. 

Can you train an older dog?

The short answer is “Of course you can”.

Let’s examine some of the key differences in training younger vs older dogs:

Training a puppy : Tabula rasa

The idea behind starting with a very young puppy is being able to shape their behaviour and even their views of the world around them. This is by far the preferred way to train. It is easier for the owner and also for the dog because there is far less chance of conflicting views and experiences.  If the dog never learns to engage in unwanted behaviour there is no flip flopping back and forth.

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Bru as a young puppy.  His owners had him enrolled in Puppy Pre School and then into intensive obedience training immediately after.  Learning good habits and using training proactively is always the easiest way to build your dream dog.  If you have or are in the process of getting a young puppy – definitely start training with a professional right away.  

Thanks to Harper's owners Alex and nuance for the kind words and their trust in training their old, adorable little dog.

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Thanks to Harper’s owners Alex and nuance for the kind words and their trust in training their old, adorable little dog.
Harper & me hanging out. She would often hop up on me if I lay down. Summer time training and taking a break in the nice cool AC!
Harper & me hanging out. She would often hop up on me if I lay down. Summer time training and taking a break in the nice cool AC!

Upcoming dog training video featuring a wonderful Labradoodle and his owner.

Their previous trainer abused the dog and then told the family the dog “is a dumb blonde in high heels”.

Video and post coming soon!

 

Reactive dog training Vaudreuil

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Training reactive dogs  brings its own unique set of challenges.  Jack is a young male Doberman, who was incredibly dog reactive.

According to his owners, he would start barking, getting wildly out of control and lunging from well over 100 feet away from even a passive dog.

His owners brought him to Family K9 Dog training  for a consultation in order to see what can be done to help  Jack’s anxiety (as well as their’s) while out on walks together.

Training reactive dogs

It was apparent right from our consultation that Jack is a very trainable dog and just needed someone to harness his energy and focus.

Once his board and train program was complete, I taught his owners what they needed to know in order to maintain the training and they’ve been doing great ever since.

The Key to Dog Training: Teaching dog owners how to communicate with their dogs effectively

Here is some video footage of Jack in training, as well as Jack working with his owners for the very first time in our transfer lesson in which I brought out multiple dogs in order for them to practice with.

Dog Training necessities: focus and cooperation

I always place high emphasis on a dog’s ability to focus and his willingness to cooperate.

Take a look at Jack in this video both while he’s working with me (his trainer) as well as with his owner.

His focus as well as his cooperative, joyful nature is unmistakable.

Jack even bounces around a lot while he works, this is wonderful to see if any dog and we should foster our dogs love for working with us and understand what it symbolizes.

It really is the same thing like being a manager of a team of employees, and if they are able to be productive while whistling a tune. Why wouldn’t you want them to work happily?

I guarantee you that productivity will be up, when your employee (in this case the dog) is in amazing spirits and enjoying their work.

Wow! Nick has worked miracles with our dog. We opted for the board / train program, for our 4 year old Dobermann, and Jack has come back a changed dog.
Nick’s approach works wonders. He truly understands dogs and it shows in the results.
Highly recommend!!

-David Lambert

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Montreal Rehabilitating dogs with aggression issues

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If you have a dog with aggressive behaviour causing you stress you should definitely check out these videos.

Dogs exhibit aggressive behaviour for a multitude of reasons. The key to working successfully with a dog’s aggressive behaviour issues is to understand their reason for being aggressive as well as being able to direct their energy and focus into a task we ask them to do for us. Once we do this we can them train the dog to work for us and give us it’s focus and lead them through situations that were previously unthinkable. We must also respect their limits and be fair leaders.

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Dog reactive older husky in training with Nick and then transfer lessons with his owner.

  • Videos 3/4/5/6

Owner of dog with dog  and human aggression speaks out about the dog training

Tina and Jack are an excellent example of how easy it can be to bring a dog back from the edge of aggression through training. Jack exhibited dog aggression as well as human aggression prior to training. Tina called Nick for help and enrolled Jack in the In Home Board & Train program. Here they are chatting at

the end of the 2 week training program.

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Dog aggression problem Dollard Des Ormeaux, Qc told to walk dog @ 5 am to solve problem

Winston is an Airedale Terrier in Montreal’s west island whose owners were frustrated with dog aggression. His dog aggressive behaviour was out of control and making life outdoors unpleasant. He’d try to attack other dogs on a walk – not iust bark and pull but reall tr to attack. Thev had taken Winston to obedience school and not achieved any really useful results. The instructor told them it would be best to walk Winston when no other dogs were out – as in 5 am or midnight. No kidding.

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Molly is dog aggressive and it is a problem to walk her…until now

Molly used to react very strongly to other dogs on her walks. You will hear her owner Pam mention it in this video. Even dogs behind a fence would elicit a strong reaction from Molly. Pam knw there had to be a better way to get Molly to focus and calm down and contacted me for help. She enrolled in an in home program that consists of 6 lessons. Here we are in lesson 4 in this video and it our first time working with Molly around other dogs. At this point Molly has the skills needed to control herself and it is more about teaching the human part of the equation how to properly handle the dog.

Teaching dog owners to handle their dogs effectively

Beryl is a standard Poodle and she is just the dog I wanted to use to bug Molly. Beryl is friendly and pushy and I allow her to constantly invade Molly’s space during her lesson. Molly reacts strongly – and Pam hesitates for just a second. Once Pam remembers to keep walking and gives Molly the heel command – things smooth out. The second time we do this Molly’s reaction is much less intense. After that it was smooth sailing and Molly just ignored Beryl for the rest of our lesson despite Beryl being a complete pest (Thanks Beryl!).

Dog aggressive dogs need to learn self control and to trust their handler and their training

This type of training is about much more than teaching a dog the meaning of the words heel or leave it. It is about an emotional state. A sense of well being and calmness. Think of it like yoga for dogs who stress out too easily. Teaching Molly to trust her owner and the training process means that Molly will feel comfortable while working and trust that nothing bad will happen to her in training. As a result she will be calmer, less defensive, less reactive dog. The less she reacts – the less stressfull each subseuquent walk is for her and this new energy just keeps feeding itself.

Learn to read vour dog’s body language

Take a look at Molly’s body language and how relaxed her face and tail are while she is working. Teaching a dog new patterns A dog has a right to exercise it’s options! At times during the lesson Molly, who normally heels on the left even switches over to the right all on her own when passing by Beryl – in orde o avoid coming too close to her. This was all Molly’s idea and one that we otten see in training when the dog understands they dont have to react anymore to the dog/cat/squirrel/person like they used to in their past lite

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Preventing dog bites

Teaching a dog to focus on you and give you it’s undivided focus is a smart premise for any dog. It is that much smarter when you have a very dog aggressive dog. Take a look at Moose in this video – Hershey has no idea who he is trying to get to play with him! Bless his heart – he is such a sweet and happy dog D Nand the onlv reason he is there is to create the correct emotional state for Moose’s training. This is onlv done once the dog in auestion has gone through extensive training and proven itself to be easv to handle – as vou can see here

Training a dog reactive dog

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Passion Fruit’s owner contacted me with a request to help with their dog primarily due to dog reactivity.  It was clear from speaking to her that she had major issues with walking him.

  • He would lunge and bark at dogs – and some people too.
  • He was difficult to walk due to his size, strength and intensity.
  • When he would focus on something they would not be able to control him during an outburst.

Reactive dogs make life challenging for their owners

Many owners of reactive dogs find themselves planning their routes carefully in order to avoid triggers.  They plan their walks at times when there is less chance of activity outside.  They learn to become very strategic and specially alert – trying to always be a step or two ahead of the dog to avoid problems and outbursts.

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While training Passion Fruit (nicknamed Dan) I made sure to build his foundation training to the fullest. This was done so that when we started to add in his triggers he would have a wealth of experience and understanding to draw from.

As we began to work in more challenging situations – all that was required to bring him back into focus was a little reminder. You can see in the first video that he has an easy time working with me – remains focused and calm throughout our session.  Even when I slip on the ice – he continues to walk right next to me without missing a beat.

Board & Train transfer lesson – teaching owners how to maintain a trained dog

IN the second video I am working with his owner Anne – for the first time. She hasn’t seen Fruit in three weeks.

I kept her update don his progress via email and now is time to teach Anne what she needs to know in order to capitalize on Fruit’s training.

Anne did a wonderful job in our lesson and I was really happy with just how enthusiastic she was about Fruit’s training.

From Passion Fruit's Owner

Having Nick train our dog has been life-changing – and I’m not saying that lightly. Our husky mix, Fruit, is an anxious, reactive dog. He would pull a lot when we were walking him- especially if he saw another dog or even just a person walking towards us.
Nick not only did an amazing job training Fruit, he also helped me understand what I needed to do to help ease Fruit’s anxiety. I am more confident because I am in control. Fruit senses that and this allows him to relax.
There is such a difference in his behaviour, that I have actually looked down a few times to make sure he was still there!
Fruit’s attention is on me now, so he is less concerned with other dogs and people. The odd time he does start to react, I use the “leave it” command that Nick taught him and Fruit snaps back into place. Frankly, we are BOTH less anxious now on our walks!
I highly recommend Family K9. If you’re on the fence about it, just do it. You won’t regret it.

Anne Franco

Training montreal reactive dogs

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Dogs can be reactive for all sorts of reasons, ranging from over excite ability, and a lack of focus, being overly social and having learned bad habits early on in life to fear and outright aggression.

Over the years, I’ve worked with tons of reactive dogs, and every single case they can be taught to have better focus and control if we use the right techniques, and we are also respectful of their limitations.

Teach your reactive dog to focus on you

Sounds like a good concept and it is but your obedience and understanding of how your dogs mind works is going to need to be next level. 

 

Nick can’t change a dog’s DNA, but he can help give you and the dog confidence to deal with anything

This is our sweetest little/giant boy, Rove. We adopted him from Lebanon about 8 months ago. We were told he was amazing with dogs/kids/people….turns out wasn’t so true. We found Nick and family K9 as a reference from a friend and let me tell you, this man does magic! We were so skeptical and worried to leave him for 3 weeks but Nick is so gentle and kind (and I happened to know his wife, who is just as sweet and lovely) so we trusted them. When we came to pick our dog up, the transfer lesson was a revelation. It was a DIFFERENT dog (yet the same sweet soul we know) but suddenly he’s listening to our commands, heeling at our feet while walking so calmly.

Remember, Nick can’t change a dog’s DNA, but he can help give you and the dog confidence to deal with anything. Rove is very aggressive towards other dogs and I am sure he will never change, but now we have the proper skills to correct his behaviour with confidence and to the point of him being able to sit and lie down near another dog (MIND BLOWING). If you have a problematic fur machine at home, Nick is your man. The follow ups have been so great too, anytime we have a question, his responses are so fast and informative. Worth every penny. Thank you, Family K9 <3

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Matti McNicol

Perfect heel and it is much easier to manage her reactivity

Our extremely reactive doberman, Bailey, has been such a joy on walks ever since she did the 3 week train and board program. Taking her outside was once such a nightmare. I would get stressed thinking about the upcoming walk and tried to adapt by taking her out during unusual hours. We live in a neighborhood full of dogs so severe reactions were more likely to occur than not. Now I can’t wait to get outside with her. We can enjoy long walks without worrying about the other dogs around us. She walks in a perfect heel and it is much easier to manage her reactivity. Everyone that has seen her before and after Nick’s training is shocked at how well-behaved she is. Thanks to Nick, Bailey is happier and less anxious – and so are we! He’s also been incredibly supportive via email whenever we have questions.

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Joshua Gordon

All beyond our expectations!

We were looking for a hero to help us with Indy, our collie/lab puppy. We were at the point of thinking we would have to re home her because of her extreme reaction to cars, bicycles, dogs etc. After meeting Nick for a consultation, it was clear, he was the hero we were looking for. Nick’s customer service, professionalism, dog training knowledge, passion, and his commitment to getting it right and getting results, was all beyond our expectations! Indy did the 3 week in kennel training and we couldn’t be happier with the results. He helped us to understand what drives our puppy and how to have a successful relationship with her. We are grateful and thankful to have found Nick and have recommended him with out hesitation to friends and family. Once again, thank you Nick.

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Kathy Prophet

A+ teacher (both for dogs and humans)

We have a 1.5 year old goldendoodle named Saint who has a lot of adrenaline and was incredibly difficult to deal with. We were unable to walk him without him dragging us down, and his reactiveness to other animals (dogs, cats, squirrels) was very high. He spent 3 weeks with Nick and came back with a whole new set of fundamentals that have allowed us to gain his focus and manage his behaviour. It was absolutely incredible the change we saw in the dog, and the respect our dog had for Nick. During our transfer session, Nick showed us everything, and it felt like a tv show seeing how well trained and behaved our dog was.

Nick is a true professional in every single interaction you will ever have with him. He is diligent in his responses, he is always on time, he takes as long as needed to train your dog (and you) and he genuinely cares about your objectives for your dog. He gave me regular updates while my dog was gone, and he spent hours with us for transfer training over several sessions to make sure we had continuity.

What’s most important above all else is that Nick is an absolute wealth of knowledge. Speaking with Nick for a few weeks, and watching him engage with dogs taught me SO much that I never would have learned from any other source. He is an A+ teacher (both for dogs and humans) and I can’t imagine what more he could have done to help us.

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Have a look at the dogs in these videos – all of them were highly reactive before training, and I, along with her owners are so pleased with their newfound focus and adaptability. 

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