"My partner and I adopted what we thought was an aggressive dog with a major biting problem. Following a mixture of "neighborly advice" and antiquated training methods, we had no luck at all in gaining trust, fostering respect or enforcing good behaviors. Thank God for Kate. She came in and immediately did a thorough intake with us--the humans--which actually taught us a lot about our own (mis)conceptions. Over the next few weeks, she helped us to understand him better and she even worked with our first dog. Not only did the exercises that Kate gave us feel more humane and effective than traditional training methods, but they also strengthened our dog-human bond as we trained. To make a long story short, we now have a loving relationship with both of our dogs and are able to have guests over without fearing for their appendages!"

-Cathy R.

My Bernese Mountain Dog's philosophy on life was 'my way or the highway' and weighing in at 96 lbs., he pretty well got his own way. He was out of control on a walk. The moment he spotted another dog, he would lunge, front paws off the ground, trying to attack the other dog. I was completely unable to restrain him and as a result, could no longer walk him. He was always left at home and the more he was couped up and under-exercised, the cagier he got. Enter Kate with Cooper's Dog Training. After 5 sessions the balance of power was completely shifted.She taught me ways of establishing control and diverting my dog from bad behavior. He is now a completely different dog on a walk. He is able to ignore other dogs, or when appropriate, greet them without attacking them! The crowning achievement was a beautiful afternoon we spent out at Millennium Plaza, site of many dogs and owners. My dog rested peacefully at my feet, calm and under control. I couldn't believe it was the same dog. His behavior is completely different. I could not believe that a few sessions could make such a difference but they did.

-Sheila McKerrow