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Testimonials from Our ClientsThe following are true testimonials from our grateful clients.
Hi Rick,
Mary Delasin
I just wanted to say thank you Rick for all you did for my daughter and her puppy Mylo. We had never had a dog and we did not have any control over him and my daughter was crying all the time thinking she would have to give him up. Finding you was the best thing that ever happened to us and Mylo. The difference in us and him is wonderful and we can really enjoy having him around.
Annette Kortas
Since graduation I have taken Kalani to various locations to practice what we both have learned. It is amazing - I have people who watch us go through the routines and want to know if I trained
dogs. That is the progress she has made. No more jumping or knocking my daughter into the wall. She is not so easily distracted anymore either. We still have some issues with other dogs, which is a work in progress for both of us.
Linda Reardon
Asti is doing phenomenally! She is still entirely off lead and responds to commands from 20 feet away. I can tell her to sit from that far away when a car passes- and she doesn’t flinch or even seem scared by it. She is such a happy dog — making us all a very happy pack!
Amanda J. Nedervelt
Hi Rick, Lee and I are so happy with Bear after his time in boot camp. The difference is like night and day. Bear is much calmer, walks like a show dog, waits for me to go through doors first. The list goes on and on. Before we couldn’t put his collar or leash on without him biting or growling. Now he sits and waits, tail wagging. His manners have improved 100% and he is the little Bichon we hoped he was when we got him from Coastal poodle rescue. When you came to our house the first few times it was so interesting watching you train Bear and then have us do the same thing, unlike most trainers who come and put on a show and then leave and expect you to do the same.
Kathleen and Lee Taylor
Our vet highly recommended Trinity Dog Training (now I can see why). After we met with Rick and saw the total control that he had over Audrey just by talking to her and touching her, we realized we had our own personal "DOG WHISPERER" trainer.
Dave and Faye Chitty
Hello Rick,
Barbara Green
Boone is a rescue dog, who, while he had some prior training, needed a refresher course and confidence building. Over the years I had worked with trainers in Chicago, so I have a reasonable basis for comparison. Rick Clift is uniquely gifted. He connects to the dog and his approach is sound and fair. Interaction with his demo dogs for play rounds out the package and makes for an enjoyable experience for the dog and the owner. You won't be disappointed and he won't promise results he can't deliver!
Carol Seaton
Gracie is doing so well and I am so impressed with her progress. Her listening skills have improved greatly and she is not getting in any where near as much trouble as she used to! She still loves to run and play and especially loves for others to chase her! Thank you so much for socializing Gracie, my other dogs play with her much more now. She misses Trouper and Anja. I have been able to take her over to friends houses and she greets them appropriately and is very well behaved, making her welcome to come back all the time.
Barbara and Scott Crabb
Just a note to let you know how much I appreciate everything you did for Bodie in his obedience training. As you know, one of the worst problems I had with him was that he would get out of control after swimming in the pool. I would try to towel him off, and he would jump on me, nip at me, and play much too vigorously. I did NOT feel in control at all, and in fact felt a little intimidated and afraid. Now when he gets out of the pool, I do the hand "sit command", he sits, and I towel him off. I do the hand "stay command" and he sits there during the entire towel-off period. If he is frisky at first, once he sees my hand come up, he sits down and calms down. If I give him the 'down command', it will work to make him totally submit to me and I can then towel him off without any trouble.
Nancy Klibanoff
Ramsey and I are quite happy and extremely lucky to have enrolled with Trinity Dog Training for our lessons. I adopted Ramsey from a Shepherd rescue group when he was only 16 months old and still very much full of puppy ways. He was strong willed and extremely stubborn but still sweet. One of the most important issues to me was to get him in control and not have to worry about him controlling me or others.
Nancy Walters
Max and Shyla are a pleasure to have around since they attended Boot Camp. Prior to it they were out of control. We could not comfortably walk them, control jumping and barking or take them out anywhere for fear of poor behavior. Now I am able to take both dogs for a walk at the same time, that was impossible before! Shyla’s aggression has almost dissipated and she is becoming more comfortable around new dogs. Feeding time is relaxed and there is no fighting over food. They simply sit and stay or lie down until we give the ok. It is fabulous.
Rachel Randall
Just a note to let you know that Sally our Shih Tsu is doing GREAT!! It has been over a month since graduation and she is every bit as wonderful a companion as we could possibly ask for. There is no more aggressiveness, nipping or biting and bad habits are non existent! Your training methods seem to have had a lasting effect on Sally and she seems to be a happy contented pooch. We can't thank you enough!
Stan and Cathy Simms
Hi Rick,
Dessi Kougianos
Dear Rick,
Kim Jacklin
Just wanted to tell you that Cash has grown up and has become the perfect gentleman. I feel totally confident that I can take him anywhere without a problem. We go to horse shows and he interacts with other dogs, big and small, and he can go to the dog park without any problems either. He's a changed dog! Thanks for everything.
Jessica Lundgren
Thanks so much for the difference you made in Abbie's life. Your training has enabled her to look at people as possible friends instead of being convinced everyone was out to hurt her. Also, your suggestions regarding ongoing socialization have helped her to be calm in large groups of people, such as on charity walks, and calm at the dog park when other dogs are misbehaving. Before we brought her to you we were not able to have groups of people visit our home. Now she welcomes visitors politely by sitting and offering her paw (instead of lunging at them to bite).
Debbie and Paul Hamilton
I wanted to send you an official 'thank you'. What can I say? I have a new dog and I have you to thank. Oscar says 'thanks' too. He had the best time with you and Jasper.
Francine Macaluso
We cannot begin to tell you how much we all appreciate what you have done for our family. Micki has always been a loving dog, but now she is calm and obedient. She seems to enjoy being the dog and we are enjoying being the leaders. We never imagined things would be this nice. We are now able to take her on outings we wouldn't have dared to before. We have been to the park and for walks outside our neighborhood. The three of us go on walks almost every night. You have opened up a whole new world for Micki and for us.
Bob and Cheryl Wildasin
Hi Rick, we want to thank you for all that you have done for Samson and for us in helping to guide him. He is really a wonderful dog and we now understand what we need to do to keep him happy and safe.
Amy Pointer
Hey Rick, I just wanted to say THANK YOU for all of your help. Boy I sure learned a lot, but my pack leading Momma learned a lot more and we sure do get along great now. We understand each other. The whole family is a lot of fun now. Boy they pick up pretty quick on the training. Ha, they thought it was me that had to learn. Anyhow, tell Jasper he will always be my buddy and thanks for the help. He's a pretty cool dude. Your pal, Muddy
Karen May
Rick is an amazing guy. I previously took Soldier (my miniature pincher) to obedience classes where he failed miserably. Within 5 minutes Rick had Soldier walking in heel, sitting, and actually paying attention. He taught my heathen some manners. More importantly he taught me how to keep it up. I tell everyone I know with a dog to get in touch with Rick.
Michelle Umstead
Our 4-year-old Bloodhound, Madison, began regularly chewing on inappropriate objects in the house. She also was aggressive to our other dog in the presence of treats or food. In addition, the move from a large, private yard to a neighborhood with a large dog population and lots of community property made leash-walks a hair-raising event (literally!). Between destroying new bedding ensembles and being uncontrollable on a leash, I had had enough, and began doing research on dog trainers in the area. I have to admit, I was skeptical about anyone being able to train Madison as she presented several key challenges to training. Previous efforts at training her had revealed that she had little drive to please people, was not food motivated, and was often fearful of new people or in new situations.
Donna M. McWilliams, DVM, MA
I wanted to take a brief opportunity to Thank you for all that you have done to help me with Taylor. As a single guy with no kids, my dogs, Taylor and Chelsea, mean the world to me. I used to be ashamed when people came to my home to visit and Taylor would jump up. I knew that she was not being aggressive, just friendly; still I used to dread having people come over and be assaulted by her greeting. I am now very proud of her behavior when we are at home and in public. The greatest complement I got came from my 11 year-old nephew. During the holidays, he commented on the difference and said she was doing very well.
Mark Downing, DVM
Deb and I would like to extend our sincerest 'thank you' for the amazing job you did training Chappy. I have to admit, despite your claim that you could train 'any dog,' we were skeptical and, of course, believed that our dog would be the exception to your rule. How wrong we were!
Chris, Deb, Isabelle and Chappy Oliver
You have motivated me to work more consistently with Rusty. It is amazing how much difference just a little practice makes!
Nancy Perry
Thank you so much for the wonderful pictures of Hank. He misses you tremendously. Hank is doing such a great job! We incorporate his training into our daily activities with him. Thank you so much! Our friends were so impressed with how well behaved he has become! Hank sends you a hug and a kiss!
Jen and Bill Pascual
Charley wanted me to send you a note that he has been practicing on a regular basis. I might say he is really responding. He does love to take his walks and I know that he does miss his #1 trainer in the whole wide world.
John McFarlin
I WANT TO THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART FOR ALL THE HELP YOU HAVE BEEN TO US IN TEACHING CLARA SOME RULES AND THE RIGHT WAY TO BEHAVE. I DON'T KNOW WHAT WE WOULD HAVE DONE WITHOUT YOU. YOU WERE AN ANGEL SENT FROM HEAVEN FOR US. I DON'T HAVE TO WORRY WHEN PEOPLE COME TO STAY NOW BECAUSE I HAVE MUCH MORE CONTROL OVER HER. SHE IS A VERY LOVING DOG JUST A BIT HARD FOR A 72 YEAR OLD LADY TO TAKE CARE OF. YOU WERE WONDERFUL AND I HOPE YOU'LL STAY IN TOUCH WITH US.
Carol & Bibbi Sonzogni
My name is Bongo Rosas and I'm a boot camper graduate. I was in boot camp because my parents love me very much but were a little confused on how to talk to me. I'm glad they sent me to you. You are able to talk doggie language and I felt like I was finally being understood. I learned that it's okay to listen to humans because the more I listen, the more they love me.
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