"As a veterinary technician, long time dog owner and strong believer in the need for obedience class for all dogs, I have worked with a variety of dog trainers and techniques. From personal experience I have found Vicki to be one of the most insightful and successful trainers I have worked with. Our own puppy, now 16 months and over 90 pounds, wasd enrolled in obedience school at 4 months old not only for socialization but because he was beginning to show dog agressive tendencies. We were concerned and asked Vicki to help us focus on this unwanted trait. She gave our situation a great deal of attention and time, asking us questions about his behavior and really observing him in class. She seemed to know exactly what to do, placing him in situations with other dogs in class where he learned to focus on us and ignore them. She has a great instinct and ability to understand dog behavior and applies a great deal of flexibility in her training. She treats each dog in every situation individually and teaches owners how best to work with their dogs. Many of our fellow attendees in class are, like us, repeatedly taking the advanced off leash classes. All the dogs and owners have a great deal of fun whil eenjoying the challenge of learning new behaviors and creating great K9 citizens. vicki insists that class remain fun and challenging for both dog and owner. We personally have seen great improvement in our dog's attitude towards other dogs under Vicki's guidance as well as having a great deal of fun and making friends. We wouldn't think of stopping our Thursday night sessions and I believe our dogs would agree. We would recommend Vicki for all aspects of dog training, from Puppy Socialization to severe behavioral problems. Both dogs and owners have a great deal to gain in fun training and bonding through a successful working relationship." Bea Linn, RVT (Resgistered Veterinary Technician) "It's been almost a week of using your techniques with Brubeck, and is such an eager learner! On walks, he will "leave it" when it is something minor (like a bush or garbage on the ground) consistently. He has almost mastered "look" (even where there are other dogs coming our way or target people). In one day, he learned that while walking on leash, if we stop walking, he should sit! And, he's doing great with "touch" (even on the nail clippers)! I actually was almost able to clip a nail today. I just didn't expect that he'd allow me to, so I didn't squeeze hard enough...then of course he got mouthy-so I did some "compliance"(like sit, down, etc) and then let him be done. But, we really wanted to thank you for your help and positive attitude! It was so nice to hear someone tell us that he is trainable & didn't suggest taking him back to the pound...so thank you! I was so impressed with everything, I have given your name/number to two of my friends who have been having issues with their little dogs (mostly aggression). So, I'm sure you will be hearing from them soon!" Thank you so much Vicki!" Sincerely, Heather & Nick "Rielly, the spotted dog, starts to wag his tail as soon as he realizes we are going to class! Vicki makes learning fun and exciting for both dog and handler. She breaks down goals into baby steps so it is easy for the dogs to succeed and she is perceptive enough to try different techniques if the dog doesn't understand. Vicki is passionate about canine behavior. She has instilled in me that the ways you can communicate with your , and the things he can learn to do are limitless!" Linda Blain, RVT "I adopted a black lab girl from the Hayward Animal Shelter in December. She was about 12 months old when we brought her home. She seemed very sweet. She was great with my kids and very affectionate. She had lots of puppy behavior. Ran wild, chewed on anything she could get. She had never been trained on a leash. I would take her out walking and she would come unglued when we saw another dog. I would have to run the other way when there was another dog out walking. She would turn into another dog. Barking, jumping all over the place and lunging at the other dogs. I started to wonder if I had adopted the wrong dog. I talked to my vet about dog training and she gave me Vicki's pamphlet. I called her right away and signed up for her next beginning obedinece class. The first couple of classes rough. Abby (that's my lab girl) couldn't even stay in the class the first two weeks. By the end of the eight week class, she was not only in the class, she was able to do the exercises with the other dogs nearby. Vicki is very dedicated to dogs. She met me early several times to help me with Abby. Abby and I have worked really hard. We can even go to Lake Chabot and the Marina and walk in close proximity to other dogs. I knew in my heart that Abby was the right dog. She just needed some extra attention and love to get through her issues. Before you give up on your dog, call Vicki. Wendy Posados Update on Abby: Hello Vicki, Happy New Year! I had an exciting day with Abby yesterday and I wanted to share it with you. My brother in law has a 6 month old Bullmastiff already 60+ pounds. We got him and Abby together yesterday and they played. They ran around 5 acres together and played in a pond and had a great time. I am so pleased at her progress. We have just hit our one year anniversary of her adoption. She has really settled into the family. Thanks again for your help.
with the dogs. You have an awesome gift and it shows with the animals. Plus everyone I know loves you and your techniques!" Nancy Zee "I just had to drop you a line to let you know how great the clicker training of my Mustang baby is going. She caught on quicker than the dogs. In less than a week I was petting her and picking up her feet. Now it has been two weeks and I can lay on her back, lead her with a lead rope, pick up her feet, touch her head and everywhere else, she backs up and I can undo her halter. Which to any other horse would be no big deal, but for a horse that had never been touched by a human 3 1/2 months ago. That's HUGE! So, I wanted to tell you thank you so much for the great advice. I have even learned how to use the clicker much better. I am allowing her to make the right decision and reward her for it. Wow, it is so much easier than traditional methods. And so much faster! I think she is so much like our cattle dogs! She is so smart, she learns things very fast and she understands what I am asking her to do. She even likes doing her work. She waits for me in the roung pen every morning. I ask her, "Are you ready to work?" and she always whinnies back at me!I am going to take this all the way. I have thought of how to teach her tricks with the clicker. She uses her feet and mouth for everything. So, I think she will be a great trick horse." Ann Azevedo "I plan on taking more of your classes with Walter and with my other dog. I really enjoy your method of training, not having to get physical with my dogs or jerk them around with a choke chain, it's a pleasant change from the old training methods. We have been talking about you to clients left and right, my boss is also excited about it and quizzes me every Thursday about class. She wants to sit in on one of the classes to check it out for herself." Jessica Souza and Walter
beyond the expected for a group class. She has a way of making you feel that your pup is the one and only pup that matters to her. It is like private classes that includes interacting with other pups. She is always available to help." Linda Tripp and Dixie Chick
felt that she could overcome her reactive behavior if we cuold figure out how we were supposed to handle it. We have seen more progress in the training sessions with you during the past few weeks than we ever dared to hope for. I really appreciate the positive approach you use with both Leise and me, as well as your understanding of my need to be comfortable with each training step so that I'm not increasing her anxiety through my concern about how her behavior is perceived. The time with you always seems to fly. Leise and I both enjoy the training sessions immensely and my husband is always eager to hear what we have learned. Thanks again for the wonders you are working for us each week. We are so glad that we found you. R. Daniel, Chandra and Leise |
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