Testimonials

Steve is an excellent trainer and was very patient and clear with training instructions. Steve is very easy to be around and to work with. I would recommend this program because it is in the home where the dog lives and I felt my dogs got wonderful one-on-one training that a dog "class" doesn't always or usually provide.

-- Gretchen Eibs, Mahtomedi, MN (Trainer: Steven Schaffel - St. Paul Dog Trainer)

Amazing how quickly both my dogs responded! Makes sense so it is easy to understand. I have numerous clients ask me about training concerns so it is nice to have personal experience with this method so I can refer them.

-- Jennifer Urban, DVM, Lakeland, MN (Trainer: Steven Schaffel - St. Paul Dog Trainer)

The training techniques were simple to understand. I really liked the fact that it was not a treat based technique. The instructor was very knowledgeable and confident. I have found the training to be very effective.

-- Deb H., Stillwater, MN (Trainer: Steven Schaffel - St. Paul Dog Trainer)

Great to break it down to the canine behavior and thinking process. Think it is important to react to them like an alpha dog rather than a human's natural response. Your whole training program is with the dog in mind and they respond great to it. Steve Schaffel was very encouraging during the training session. I am very excited and happy to follow through with these training techniques. Thanks for all your help!

-- Karin Andersen, CVT, Minneapolis, MN (Trainer: Steven Schaffel - St. Paul Dog Trainer)

Absolutely amazing! We saw an immediate change that progressed over the weeks. It was very effective to understand a dogs "psychology" from the beginning so we could put Zoe's behavior in perspective. We particularly welcomed the trainer's demeanor toward Zoe and and that the training was not "treat based". Our dog really needed the help - or better we did. Just learning about pack behavior and the dog's world is so valuable to us. Others should learn these topics. Well done!

-- Anja White, Oakdale, MN (Trainer: Steven Schaffel - St. Paul Dog Trainer)

Hunter is a lot easier to control and is a lot calmer. He definitely listens a lot better. Very pleased.

-- Lindsay Burke, Stillwater, MN (Trainer: Steven Schaffel - St. Paul Dog Trainer)

After 4 days of working with Bella, we see remarkable changes! Even in areas we weren't specifically working with. This system is terrific. We love the "catch them being good" philosophy. We are both teachers, and this goes right along with our beliefs. Bella is a huge part of this family, and it is so much fun to see her behaving so well! Thank you!

-- Becky McQueen, Cottage Grove, MN (Trainer: Steven Schaffel - St. Paul Dog Trainer)