Our 8-month-old puppy, Josie, just completed a 30-day board-and-train with Sierra at Canine Karma,…read moreand I truly could not be more pleased with the entire experience!
From our very first consultation, I knew Sierra was going to be the trainer we hired. Before the consultation was even finished, she had already impressed us with how prepared and thorough she was.
She came prepared with a detailed intake form to learn about Josie's history, diet, exercise, play, current behaviors, and, most importantly, our goals for her training.
Sierra took the time to explain her mission, training philosophy, plan, and expectations--not only for Josie but also for us as owners. She understood that we were in urgent need of help with our wild puppy and was incredibly accommodating, fitting Josie into her schedule within a week.
The drop-off was another detailed meeting where we reviewed general lesson plans and goals for Josie. Sierra was so calm, patient, and reassuring that she made leaving Josie much easier than we expected, for Josie and ourselves.
Throughout the entire 30-day board-and-train, we received regular updates, pictures, and videos. Sierra was always willing to answer our questions and kept us involved in Josie's progress every step of the way.
At pickup, Sierra provided us with an incredibly thorough training packet. It included commands, board-and-train maintenance instructions, schedules, structure, and examples of activities to continue at home.
We also received professional training videos, along with videos specifically showing Josie's training. We had a hands-on dog-walking and basic-commands lesson, two follow-up visits included, and--one of my favorite parts--lifetime support as long as we continue following the training program.
Josie has now been home for 10 days, and she is doing incredibly well--so much better than when she left!
We continue to communicate regularly with Sierra, sending pictures and videos of Josie practicing her training. Sierra takes the time to review everything and responds promptly with encouragement, praise, and helpful suggestions or tips whenever we need them.
What really sets Sierra apart is that she is knowledgeable not only about dog training but also about the overall health and well-being of dogs. She was able to point us in the right direction regarding food and supplements for Josie, which has been incredibly helpful.
Most importantly, Sierra is the first person I have ever felt 100% comfortable leaving my dog with.
We have had previous dogs stay with family, friends, veterinarians, and boarding facilities. Everyone always did a good job, but I was still nervous every time we left them.
With Sierra, I genuinely felt at ease. She has such a calm, steady, caring demeanor, and it was obvious from the beginning that she truly cares about the dogs in her care.
If you are looking for someone who is knowledgeable, professional, caring, responsive, and genuinely invested in both your dog and your success as an owner, I cannot recommend Sierra and Canine Karma highly enough!
Thank you, Sierra, for everything you have done for Josie and for giving us the tools and confidence to continue her training at home!