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We adopted our husky, Yankee, from a rescue a year ago. He had been picked up as a stray and had been living in a kennel for several months before we adopted him.
Corbin is sleeping head to head with the other dog. He’s become a content, trusting and happy dog. I would recommend Jon Horwitz without reservation to anyone who has a dog in need of training.
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My story about becoming a dog trainer begins with my first pet, Sandi. When I got her I was working as a handler at a local dog daycare. She had been brought to the facility by a rescue organization volunteer. As the volunteer recounted Sandi’s tale of traveling all the way to Virginia from Texas after she had been displaced from her previous shelter due to the devastating floods caused by Hurricane Harvey, she curled up in my lap and fell asleep. That was it for me. She had found her home. Read more
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Why Hire a Dog Trainer?
As a professional dog trainer in Virginia Beach, I know how important it is to provide dogs with the best possible care. Dogs are not just pets, they are part of our family, and we want to ensure their physical and emotional well-being. However, training your furry friend can be challenging and time-consuming, especially if you are a first-time dog owner. This is where a professional dog trainer comes in. Hiring a professional dog trainer has several benefits, including a better understanding of your dog’s behavior, tailored training programs, faster results, safe and positive training techniques, peace of mind, better socialization, and long-term benefits. Investing in a professional dog trainer may seem like an added expense, but it is a worthwhile investment in your furry friend’s long-term well-being. A trained dog is less likely to develop behavioral issues, making your life as a dog owner more enjoyable and stress-free.
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Dog Training Success Stories
Training Success Story: Good Manners
Dog Name: Blue Breed: Pomeranian Mix Training Goals: address anxiety issues and learn good manners Length of Training: training in progress Results: Blue is an older Pomeranian mix that has been rescued. Our main training goals with this incredible dog consist of addressing general anxiety issues and good manners. He is currently working on learning to greet people politely when they…
Training Success Story: Puppy Training
Dog Name: Stella Age: 6 months old Training Goals: general puppy training: house breaking and good manners. Length of Training: puppy training in process Results: Stella continues showing herself as a dedicated student, displaying a great improvement in her behavior and manners.
Training Success Story: Good Manners
Dog Name: Fonz Breed: Dachshund Age: 7 months old Training Goals: Leash walking, good manners, training to safely interact with children. Length of Training: 1 year Results: The puppy training classes are still in progress, and we can already see the results in better behavior and following commands.
Training Success Story: Reactivity and Anxiety Issues
Name: Marty Breed: Dalmatian Age: 5 years old Training Goals: Marty had reactivity and anxiety issues. His owner couldn’t walk him or take him anywhere as he would constantly bark and pull towards people going by. If anyone entered his or his parents house, Marty would rush to them and would constantly bark. For some people, Marty would not stop…
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