Josh went over the importance of establishing boundaries with our puppies. We handled barking both at the door, and on our walks. Both of our dogs were compliant so we hope we can successfully complete our homework and continue this positive step in their behavior.
Today's session with Nikkie went great! We addressed all the major issues in and around the home! We also went over the puppy basics and potty training. They responded very well, and Nikkie was very pleased! Now that we have a game plan for success, I am really looking forward to their progress!
Marcia E.
14 months ago
— Laguna Beach, CA
It was amazing to see how Josh's methods worked in our visit!
Pumkin responded very well to our training techniques and Marcia was pleased to be able to move away from the prong collar! We addressed Bug's leash manners, potty training, and recall! She responded very well during our session! Marcia was happy to have a plan!
Wendy W.
15 months ago
— San Clemente, CA
Great listening which allowed Josh to address the problems of concern. Very good "hands on" training. I saw immediate improvement and engagement by the dogs. Good strategies/ plan for the next weeks!
Really great session today with Wendy, we addressed all her concerns and the major issues of potty training! This has been an issue she has never been able to resolve and now she has a plan!
Sherry k.
15 months ago
— Mission Viejo, CA
Josh was excellent. He took a lot of time to address the issues we have with our dogs, and we saw immediate results!
Cooper has been refusing to eat out of his bowl and will only eat out of hand or of the floor. Today was the first day we were able to get him to eat from his bowl and Kent and Sherry were thrilled!!!
Matthew A.
15 months ago
— Irvine, CA
Josh provided a lot of great insight into the underlying motivation behind many of the behaviors my dog was having. He did great explain what was going on and how to handle each situation.
Zues is a amazing dog and responded very well during our first session. Matthew was very pleased with how he responded and how he had control over the front door for the first time in years! He couldn't believe it!
Angelica A.
15 months ago
— Aliso Viejo, CA
Very informative and extremely helpful. My dog and I can understand each other better now!
Really great session today with Ava. We worked on potty training, leash reactivity, and leash manners. We also addressed her demanding behavior and door manners. She responded very well during our first session. Now that Angelica has the tools, she needs she can continue working on Ava's progress.
Nava B.
15 months ago
— Lake Forest, CA
Josh is a very knowledgeable trainer and gave us very good exercises to help with Henry. Definitely will recommend him this company and Josh to family and friends.
Henry is a great dog but needed to learn some rules and boundaries in the home. Today we addressed his leash manners and door manners. We also worked though his demanding barking and destructive behavior. I am really looking forward to his progress.
Yadira R.
15 months ago
— Irvine, CA
Chase, my male Labrador Retriever, was about a year and 6 months old when I first reached out to Josh last November. After his first birthday our lives changed a lot. I separated from my spouse, we started a new life just the two of us, and right when he was getting used to that, we moved to a new apartment with a new roommate and her dog. He's always been wild, jumping all over guests, stealing socks/clothes, getting overly excited around other dogs, being suspicious of male guests, barking non-stop in his crate, pulling me all over town on walks, demanding attention, etc. This 85 lb monster was controlling my life and quickly became the main source of my stress and anxiety... but I love him and I couldn't give up on him, so I just kind of dealt with it.
When he became reactive on leash though, that's when the stress and anxiety increased tenfold. I purchased a prong collar and shock collar to "fix" the problem, but I was literally in tears the first day I put the prong collar on him and it didn't fix anything. All the prong collar did was cause him to whimper while still reacting and it added guilt to the many negative feelings I was already experiencing. I couldn't bear mistreating my sweet boy and I could never give up on him so I knew I had to call in professional help.
This is by far the best decision I could have possibly made for myself and my pup.
My story isn't one where we had 1 session and I had the perfect dog right after, but instead it's one where my roommate and I look back to the time period before I hired Josh and refer to that as "the dark ages". We frequently converse about how much better Chase is and how out of control he used to be. Josh did mention that most dogs are not as confident as Chase is, that they submit to their owners much faster and easier... but his confidence is one of the many things I love about him. :) He has taught me to be resilient, tenacious, and stronger both mentally and physically. Chase is a completely different dog than he was in November. Josh gave me the tools and the mindset to work with my pup and develop a stronger connection with him and deeper understanding of his behavior. I returned the prong collar and never even opened the shock collar. We are able to have guests over now, he goes in his crate without making a peep, we are able to finish our walks around the block even when he sees triggers, we go hiking, he stopped stealing, he does not pull, and he knows better than to demand attention. Thanks to Josh, I'm finally able to enjoy my dog's company and make new happy memories with him in and outside the home. Thanks so much Josh!!
I was skeptical at first as I thought I didn't need help and WOW, I'm happy i was so wrong! Joshua is freakin AMAZING! 100 percent recommend to everyone!
Really great session today with Jenna and her dog Butler! We worked on his jumping, barking, and door manners. He responded very well! Then we went outside and addressed his leash manners and leash reactivity! Now that Jenna has the tools, she is ready to continue his improvement.
Steve / Clare M.
15 months ago
— Irvine, CA
We were very happy with the tips and techniques that Josh gave us, and her improvement was impressive in only a couple hours!
Really great session today with Callie. We worked on her aggression, guarding the home, and leash manners. She responded very well, and Steve was pleased! Now that Clare and Steve have the tools, they need to be successful, they can continue Callies improvement.
Nikki L.
14 months ago
— Newport Coast, CA
Josh went over the importance of establishing boundaries with our puppies. We handled barking both at the door, and on our walks. Both of our dogs were compliant so we hope we can successfully complete our homework and continue this positive step in their behavior.
PermalinkMarcia E.
14 months ago
— Laguna Beach, CA
It was amazing to see how Josh's methods worked in our visit!
PermalinkWendy W.
15 months ago
— San Clemente, CA
Great listening which allowed Josh to address the problems of concern. Very good "hands on" training. I saw immediate improvement and engagement by the dogs. Good strategies/ plan for the next weeks!
PermalinkSherry k.
15 months ago
— Mission Viejo, CA
Josh was excellent. He took a lot of time to address the issues we have with our dogs, and we saw immediate results!
PermalinkMatthew A.
15 months ago
— Irvine, CA
Josh provided a lot of great insight into the underlying motivation behind many of the behaviors my dog was having. He did great explain what was going on and how to handle each situation.
PermalinkAngelica A.
15 months ago
— Aliso Viejo, CA
Very informative and extremely helpful. My dog and I can understand each other better now!
PermalinkNava B.
15 months ago
— Lake Forest, CA
Josh is a very knowledgeable trainer and gave us very good exercises to help with Henry. Definitely will recommend him this company and Josh to family and friends.
PermalinkYadira R.
15 months ago
— Irvine, CA
Chase, my male Labrador Retriever, was about a year and 6 months old when I first reached out to Josh last November. After his first birthday our lives changed a lot. I separated from my spouse, we started a new life just the two of us, and right when he was getting used to that, we moved to a new apartment with a new roommate and her dog. He's always been wild, jumping all over guests, stealing socks/clothes, getting overly excited around other dogs, being suspicious of male guests, barking non-stop in his crate, pulling me all over town on walks, demanding attention, etc. This 85 lb monster was controlling my life and quickly became the main source of my stress and anxiety... but I love him and I couldn't give up on him, so I just kind of dealt with it.
PermalinkWhen he became reactive on leash though, that's when the stress and anxiety increased tenfold. I purchased a prong collar and shock collar to "fix" the problem, but I was literally in tears the first day I put the prong collar on him and it didn't fix anything. All the prong collar did was cause him to whimper while still reacting and it added guilt to the many negative feelings I was already experiencing. I couldn't bear mistreating my sweet boy and I could never give up on him so I knew I had to call in professional help.
This is by far the best decision I could have possibly made for myself and my pup.
My story isn't one where we had 1 session and I had the perfect dog right after, but instead it's one where my roommate and I look back to the time period before I hired Josh and refer to that as "the dark ages". We frequently converse about how much better Chase is and how out of control he used to be. Josh did mention that most dogs are not as confident as Chase is, that they submit to their owners much faster and easier... but his confidence is one of the many things I love about him. :) He has taught me to be resilient, tenacious, and stronger both mentally and physically. Chase is a completely different dog than he was in November. Josh gave me the tools and the mindset to work with my pup and develop a stronger connection with him and deeper understanding of his behavior. I returned the prong collar and never even opened the shock collar. We are able to have guests over now, he goes in his crate without making a peep, we are able to finish our walks around the block even when he sees triggers, we go hiking, he stopped stealing, he does not pull, and he knows better than to demand attention. Thanks to Josh, I'm finally able to enjoy my dog's company and make new happy memories with him in and outside the home. Thanks so much Josh!!
Jenna B.
15 months ago
— Trabuco Canyon, CA
I was skeptical at first as I thought I didn't need help and WOW, I'm happy i was so wrong! Joshua is freakin AMAZING! 100 percent recommend to everyone!
PermalinkSteve / Clare M.
15 months ago
— Irvine, CA
We were very happy with the tips and techniques that Josh gave us, and her improvement was impressive in only a couple hours!
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