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Dear Toni,
I wanted to tell you how happy I am with Josh Zapparolli's work with my dog Caleb. Caleb required not only basic and advanced obedience training, but also major behavior modification. Josh totally transformed my aggressive Husky into the gentle dog he is today. What impresses me most about Josh is his total commitment to his job. I have called him at all hours of the day and night. He always answers his phone and addresses my questions, no matter how inane they may be. Caleb has been home for over 2 months and my dog continues to be a paragon of good behavior; owing to Josh's in-kennel and at-home training. Thank you for your valuable service and thank you for hiring Josh.
Best,
Devin
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Mike and Toni,
I just wanted to drop you both a line to let you in on our news! We recently had a baby boy and we are so excited. We were so pleased with the training that Travis did with our dog Kasha, that we decided to name our first born son after Travis! He was so wonderful that we can only hope that our son will grow up to be as great as he is.
Thanks again!
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Hi Toni
I wanted to send a special THANK YOU to Tom & Travis - they have changed our lives! We've only had Sunny (our adorable lab) home for 5 days & we are so astounded & delighted! She is incredibly obedient, still her loving self & a real joy to have back in our home! Weare thrilled with her new skills & anticipate a long loving life together.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you
We'd recommend Absolute K9 Training to anyone!
Warm regards,
The King Family
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Hi Toni
I am the president of a trade association of Travel agents in the US. I write regularly for one of our trade publications. I mentioned the article to Travis and he suggested when it was complete to send for your viewing pleasure. http://www.homebasedtrade.com/trick_06.html
Joanie Ogg
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Dear Mike and Toni,
Hi you two and greetings from the Malinski family. Just in case you do not
remember me , you trained our Min Pin Jessica and also our Dalmation Buster
back in the late 90's. Looks like from your Website that you are doing well
and your business has really grown. You're all famous and everything.
Congradulations to both of you.
My reason for writing is twofold. First I wanted to tell you that we had to
put Buster to sleep earlier this month. Over the last few years, he
developed spinal problems. About 3 years ago, he had major back surgery
and was doing very well till July of this year when the problem re-occurred
but in his neck this time. He was in a great deal of pain and his life was
limited to being in his bed and walking outside just to go "potty" and right
back to bed or kennel again. Financially, surgery was not an option for us
this time. I have owned many dogs in my life but Buster was truly "special"
to me.
So, secondly I wanted to just take a moment to thank both of you for
training Buster. When I first got him and called Toni in a "panic" over how
I was going to deal with this challenging breed, she calmed me down right
away and we began training early. He became a wonderful pet and even
through all the pain he experienced he never once lashed out at us or the
staff at ABC Vet Hospital. Without you guys and your in-kennel training
along with the training you gave me and the family...Buster's life would
have been very different and so would ours.
God Bless you both, the Malinski's wish you all the best in all you do.
Carol Malinski
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Hi Mike and Toni,
I just wanted to let you know that we are very pleased with Kasha's training that she just returned from. I don't know if you remember, but she is a sable German shepherd and EXTREMELY headstrong. After 3 weeks with Travis she has returned as the same Kasha that we love, but more manageable. Her dog aggression is much improved and we can now take her on a walk without fear of what she will do. Her demeanor is also different. Before, when we would take her on a walk she would look around anxiously the whole time. Now she finds her groove and just cruises along. It is very relaxing. We will continue to work with her on a daily basis and look forward to continuing our training relationship with Travis.
Sincerely,
Holly Vitek
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It is with pleasure I would highly recommend Absolute K9. My wife and I purchased a Saint Bernard puppy and it became ever so evident we needed help. Absolute K9 returned our dog after 3 weeks, and she is a different animal. Completely trained, what can I say, it is a joy. She comes on command, heals, and is completely house broken, and I cannot say thank you enough for all you did. The human training part was fun too!
Peter Williams, Valley Center, Ca
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Dear AbsoluteK9,
I want to thank you and specifically Travis for the outstanding job he did with Nohea. While German Shepherds can be a strong willed breed , Nohea was particularly strong willed. I have a tendency to choose shepherds of this make up. He is a different dog now. While he still has the spirit I can control him much better and he knows his boundaries.
I will not hesitate to send my next shepherd to you folks.
Thanks so much and thanks Travis
Mahalo
Robert B.
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We survived our first night with a beautifully well behaved dog. What a relief...Tom, you did wonders with our very exuberant shepherd. It was easy to see you did a lot of training with him; we admire your patience and knowledge. Travis was great explaining how to keep Doogan well behaved and a dog we want to have around. We look forward to continue training withyou.
Thank you again and again, Shaughn & John Mcginle
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By the way...Tom did a excellent job with training Molly. I feel like I got a $50K dog back!!!! I have not had one single problem since she's been back. Sending her to you guys has been PRICELESS!!!! And we are having even more fun together. I am still in AWE at how well behaved she is!!!!!
Thank You So Much!!!
-Aileen
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Hello Toni -
Just to let you know Rob came to see me about my pom, Dillon, and his problem with constantly barking - and he had the problem resolved after 3 or 4 attempts - ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! I have followed Rob's instructions and lo and behold I now have a dog that is not annoying anymore. You people are absolutely miracle workers! Too bad we can't train our kids the same way!
My sincere thank you to you and your company and your wonderful staff. Rob is excellent and I so admire his and your ability to train animals. My hat goes off to you all.
Best regards - Nancy Byron
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Hi Absolute K9 Training
We wanted you to see how much fun Roxy is having in Jackson Hole!! She
loves the snow so much--she is having the time of her life. She is doing so
well on leash and off leash!! It is so much to have a well behaved and well-trained dog! We can
take her anywhere and we have been. I take her cross country skiing with
me, she goes snowshoeing, we go on long snow walks all around the
neighborhood, she is out playing in the snow with the kids all the time...
She is such a good girl. Thank you so much for all your hard work with
Roxy. She is doing GREAT!!! She is so much fun to be with now. Thanks a
million. Please come visit her in Jackson Hole!!!!! You are welcome ANY
TIME! You did a great job with her.
Thanks again,
Lora and Rick Colson and ROXY!
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Toni,
I want to send you and your husband a note before you forget who "Freida" is -- the 11 month old Doberman that was out of control at the time you came to my house here in Ramona to evaluate her. I want to thank Brigitte and Absolute K-9 for taking her on and for doing such a wonderful job with her training.
Toni, Freida is doing so well!! I couldn't be happier with her progress!! Brigitte did a remarkable job with her. My biggest fear was that sending Frieda to "camp" and having her go through weeks of training would somehow take her personality away but nothing could be further from the truth. Brigitte knows the Doberman so well and taught me so much about the breed that Freida is now a much happier and funnier dog than I could have hoped for.
Please extend my gratitude to your staff and especially Brigitte who helped Freida be what she was meant to be as a beautiful, little Doberman puppy. I look forward to having her as my constant companion which is why I got her in the first place.
Sincerely,
Marguerite |
Dear Mike and Toni,
I am the owner of Henry . You trained him in the year 2000. I wanted you to know that he passed away on Monday during knee surgery. He was just shy of 6 years old. Your training was always very valuable to us. I was able to walk a 215 pound dog down the street and feel comfortable.
Thank you for making his life more enjoyable.
Maddie Berson |
Toni,
I just wanted to tell you that Bridget did a spectacular job of training our little pug, Gracie. She is such a good girl now. She sits and downs like a champ, and she's really good about following me everywhere now. She's happy on tie-down, and even more amazing, she actually likes her crate now! Not to mention that she's potty trained! Hooray!!
Bridget has come over twice to 'train' me, which I know is the hardest part of this whole experience! She was really helpful in giving me tips and guiding me through what I needed to do to keep Gracie behaving well. It's obvious that Gracie loves her, and that they formed a really special bond during their training sessions, and it was nice to see that! Bridget was very patient with me, answered all of my numerous questions and gave me tips on how to correctGracie's little blips, and all in all made it a really fun experience to learn how to be a good handler. I really like Bridget, and I wanted to thank you for putting my little puggy in such capable hands...She did an excellent job, and we're very pleased!
Thank you again,
Jill Taraz |
My best friend from the East Coast came to stay w/me this weekend. She shared w/me that at first she thought I was a little bit eccentric for having 4 dogs.
She added, but then she saw that all the dogs listened to me (as Baron sat by my side w/out moving as she opened the front door) and she realized handling 4 dogs was easy.
(Yes, right. You and I both know how much discipline and constant training it takes.) But I think it's a terrific testament to you that she thought so.
Ann |
Hello Toni -
Just wanted to email to tell you how pleased I am with the training that Rob gave Dillon.
Dillon came back home on Wed, Nov 24 and I was in absolute awe when I saw what he had been taught.
You people took a little Pain In The Butt Pom with absolutely no discipline whatsoever and had no knowledge of how to behave and turned him into a dog that is well mannered and well trained.
I truly appreciate everything you have done.
Rob is an excellent trainer and expresses himself well. I will be forever grateful to you and Rob! You have taken a dog and turned him into a wonderful pet!
Thank you - Nancy Byron |
Toni,
Just wanted you to know how much we love our new WELL BEHAVED, EASY TO WALK AND CONTROL, SMART, BEAUTIFUL COOKIE !!! (OK she was already beautiful)
Bridgett did a wonderful job with her. We could not be happier. She is now everything we were hoping for.
Roxanne can walk her with confidence and not be worried about getting pulled or knocked down.
I had her at the office all day yesterday and she was a joy to be around.
We are especially thankful that she is still the loving, playful dog we had before training. We were afraid some of her personality would be lost, but that is not the case at all.
So once again I thank you and Bridgett for everything you have done for her, and us.
If you want to use us for as reference, we would be happy to oblige.
Jerry & Roxanne Hawkins |
OHMIGOD!!!!!!!
I have never laughed so hard in my life!! Usually when I get home the dogs are standing on the deck barking at me and are full of energy from being in the house all day.
Today when I drove up, there was no one to greet me. I went up to the bedroom and expected to get jumped on, and there was nothing! I walked out on the deck and saw
all the dogs lounging around (or should I say posing) on their beds looking so incredibly cute, I just lost it!!! THE BOWS!!!! I still can't stop giggling!!! They
definitely had a day at the spa and they look AMAZING!!! We just can't thank you enough for making them so darn cute! (and I thought they were so darn cute before)!
I think Mabel & Grumpy are a little jealous, so we'll have to get them in next! You know, I'm going to start making you upgrade everything in your house so I can
pay for all this pampering for the puppies!! I know they're going to start expecting it!! The pictures didn't come through, so if you have a chance could you try
sending them again? Thanks again SOOOOO much! They're GORGEOUS!!!!! (ohmigod - and Bashful's little tail - I'm dying here - no mats!!!!) : ) : ) : )
If you EVER need a reference, you'd better give them our name!! We're your own personal fan club!!!
Take care!
Nicole & Martin |
Hello Mike and Toni,
Thank-you for letting Lance re-visit you. Now that the concerns and problems with Lance and with us have been addressed, He is so very much improved. It is a pleasure having him home.
We appreciate your high standards and commitment to quality training. It has been a pleasure working with both of you. Please feel free to use us as a reference, if you would like for future clients.
We will see you at school,
Thanks Again,
Daylene and Danielle |
Just wanted to check in and touch base regards the Moose....
Since Mike was here its like Moose and I have turned a corner! We've been getting compliments nearly everyday from neighbors and strangers alike on how obedient and well behaved Moose is!!! (Its actually funny watching some strangers reactions!) Now we can be out in public and I'm not worried about groups of people like I used to be, which is a huge relief--it seems Moose has now figured out that more folks are more inclined to pet him if he's a good boy rather than a tough bullie. Moose rides quietly in the car--no more ballistic dog, and he actually comes to us when he is called! And here's the biggy: while I'm working he quietly parks himself next to the front door at my office so he can watch everyone outside (dog television) and keep an eye on the office activity. Amazing! The Growling Greeter only slips occasionally and we're swift to remind him otherwise. Some of the work neighbors can't believe the change and swear we're sedating him here at work. (Can you tell we'refeeling much more comfortable using the remote collar now?)
As Mike instructed, Moose and I are presently working on off-leash training and its going quite well. I nearly fainted when Mike had us do this the first time! Now we've recently been simply letting Moose drag his leash--something I wasn't sure I'd ever be even halfway comfortable with.
A big, big relief compared to the days I've wanted to pluck all Moose's whiskers out for being such a brat :)
As I discussed with Mike, I was a bit fractured about Moose's manners with regard to taking on another bullie. We've been 'adjusting' things here at work and at home with having another dog around in mind. Making space, so to speak. Moose's brattiness was the biggest hurdle and given Moose's good-boy manners now, and the use of the remote, we feel much more comfortable.
So, what do you and Mike suggest insofar as getting the bullies together? (Monica and her husband are leaving toward the end of February, if I remember correctly.) Dan and I are gone this weekend and part of the next two--we are willing to do whatever we need to do during the week if necessary. We just don't want Zena and her humans to get too cramped on timelines.
Thanks again for all your wonderful help!
Laura G. |
Mike and
Toni -
I just wanted you to know how well both dogs did over
the Christmas holidays. They traveled with us to Yosemite, where we rent a
cabin each year. They did great in the cabin but the best part was their
ability to be off-leash quite a bit outside. While we leashed them at night
for safety purposes, during the day we simply took them outside to "do their
duty" off-leash to a small area next to the cabin - and they did great!
Stayed close and came when they were called, plus went right back into the
cabin when they were done. We also allowed them time off-leash during
walks, and to run and play in the snow. Domino loved running through the
snow - retrieving pine cones we'd toss into a snow patch. Olivia wasn't too
keen on getting her tummy wet in the snow but was a trooper walking through
Yosemite Valley in all of the snow and ice. (They have these great dog
"coats" that we ordered for them with lamb's wool inside, water resistant
material outside and fit like a horse blanket - except that Domi looks like
an armadillo in his!) They also walked so wonderfully for us and my 75 year
old mom on both heel and our command of "close," which means not heel but no
pulling on the leash. We also didn't worry about them jetting out the door
of the cabin, which my sister's schnauzer did (she got away three times -
took off around the complex). While we were packing with the door opening,
etc., we just put them on a down, out of the way. It was GREAT! I must say
that they sure enjoy being off-leash. We work them some off-leash on our
street - heeling up to the corner and then off-leash on the way back. And
they are allowed off-leash in the front yard with us and when we go out,
they are allowed to go to get into the car off-leash. Poor Domi thinks that
if he simply goes to a "down" at the door this means he'll get to go out the
door. They also do great with "stay" so they don't go out the front door.
I've never had dogs that could be off-leash so this sure is wonderful. Just
wanted you to know - IT'S WORKING!
Happy New
Year!
Audrey Stubenberg |
First of
all, my husband and I would like to thank you
for the wonderful job you did with "our" Atomic.
He is truly the perfect pet. We could not be happier
with the training he received at your facility.
Frequently we receive comments that he is a wonderful
dog.
Sincerely,
Sonia Basco |
Dear Mike:
Thank you for taking the time from your busy schedule to talk to me today.
Your insight/knowledge is most valuable to our family and greatly
appreciated. Ubu is a big part of our lives (as are our two other dogs)
and we want harmony for all. How often in life is one able to consult w/
an expert several months after the purchase of a service? I will work on
my "homework" and keep you posted.
Sincerely,
aa |
Could you please bring one 50ish pound
bag of Martin's Formula Dog Food to class on Saturday morning. I really
like the change in the dogs eating habits. (And not a lot of output,
either!)
Thanks, Kathleen O'Hagan
P.S. Big test tomorrow
I'm finally having the tile installed
throughout our home. The crew will be here in the am to rip out the
carpet.
The project should take about 10
days...We will be spending next week at the Quails Inn. The dogs
are permitted to be the room in the evening. They will be in the garage,
in their kennel, during the day. While the work crew is in the house.
I'll be popping in and out... I am confident the dogs will do
well. ANOTHER MILESTONE. (You know this would have been nearly
impossible to accomplish before Absolute K-9 came into our lives.
Thanks again, Kathleen
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Thank you for blessing us and changinig our life for the better and for doing what we could never do and for training our Lobo into the best dog ever!!!!!!! and for giving me more peace in my small house with 4 kids and a big dog.
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You
Love The Buchhausers
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Hi Toni,
I have been meaning to send you a note to tell you how thrilled we are with Dutchess and Merlin, since they have returned home from camp. They?have both changed dramatically and are so well behaved. The most dramatic change is with Duthcess and her affect towards men. She was always so uncomfortable even with her dad Billy, but now he can pet her , she will play with him.... it is absolutely incredible.
We also want to say how happy and thankful?we are with the help Bridgitte has given us to maintain the training they received.
She has been absolutely terrific.
We are so pleased to have chosen Absolute K-9 , I'm telling everyone about it.
We look forward to along term relationship with Absolute K-9.
Many, Many Thanks to everyone who worked with Dutchess and Merlin and especially to Bridgitte.
Mary Ellen, Billy, Hunter, Dutchess, and Merlin
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Hi,
I just wanted to tell you all how happy we are with our "new & improved" Kaya! She came home today with Rob, and we are so pleased with the amazing transformation.
She is so much calmer, and much more fun to be around. Although challenging us a bit, she quickly realizes that we are just as serious about the training as Rob is!
He is fantastic and very patient. Training us is going to be more challenging than training her! Thanks again. Your training has changed out life with our dog.
The Rothschild's
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