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    5.0 (28 reviews)
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    Dog boarding and training

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    Puppy socialization classes

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    Lorena Z.

    Fabiola is not only an amazing person but an amazing dog trainer. I always know that my GoldenDoodle is safe with Fabiola. She always makes sure to keep us updated with any information. She has calmed our crazy boy down!! I would recommend Fabiola to anyone!!!

    I can't say enough great things about Fabiola! She not only taught my pup new skills, but also gave me the confidence and tools I needed to keep reinforcing them at home. The progress we've made is incredible! She hasn't just trained my dog, she helped build a bond between us that feels stronger than ever. Her kindness, patience, and genuine love for dogs shines through in every session. I went from feeling overwhelmed and frustrated to feeling hopeful, supported, and proud of the progress my pup has made. Whiskey and I are eternally grateful for her! If you're looking for someone who will treat your dog like family and help you build an amazing bond, this is the trainer to call!

    I have a 100lb Bernese mountain dog who had a problem with being too friendly and jumping on anyone who made eye contact with him. I took him to Fabiola for board and train and the changes were instant. Barney now visits Fabiola very frequent. Her pick up and drop off abilities is amazing. Very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Any chance I get I recommend her. She has helped me not just with training but raising such a big bear. Pics below for smiles

    Koda

    We met Fabiola while walking in our dog in our neighborhood, we saw her Car offering dog training. Koda was about 4 months old when we started taking him with Fabiola for daycares, walks and recently a month long Board and Train when he was 6 months. What sealed us wanting to have Fabiola Train Koda was during her free consultation was her focus of not only teaching dogs Obedience but also Manors, Calmness, so that owners can enjoy having theirs dogs at home, outdoors around other people and dogs but still be calm. She works with both dogs and the owners because it works both ways. Owners have to keep up with the trainings. Fabiola offers so many services that owners should take advantage of before doing board and train like we did, it helps lay a foundation for the dogs to continue growing and learning.

    Brianna B.

    Thank goodness we found Fabiola. She's helped us with training my very active and sometimes overly excited Australian shepherd/border collie pup. In such little time she helped her be less anxious and more confident in herself. I really appreciate all the updates I get throughout the day and seeing Keyla's progress during training. Before Keyla wasn't able to be calm in a kennel while people walked around freely as she would want to run and jump on people but now she's learning to love her space in the kennel. She loves Fabiola and I feel good knowing she's safe with her. Fabiola trains dogs so well I was very impressed with her own two dogs and love that my dog has the opportunity to learn from them as well. Also love that she doesn't take on too many dogs at once so the dogs all get attention and time to learn. 10/10 would definitely recommend!

    Fabiola has truly transformed my puppy, Barbie, for the better. Her endless patience with my pup is remarkable, and she continues to work with her to this day. Fabiola is extremely professional in her work, and I appreciate how she offers additional activities for her clients and their pets, such as group activities, walks, and training sessions. I especially love the constant updates and photos she sends when Barbie is boarding with her--it really puts me at ease knowing my puppy is safe and having the time of her life. I highly recommend Fabiola Handled it.

    Jessica R.

    So happy we found Fabiola! We have two blue heeler mix pups and feel so at ease when they're under her care, she gives us updates throughout the day which I love. Also love that she limits the amount of dogs she takes in daily that way I know my dogs are getting the proper care and attention. She's a great trainer and in so little time we have noticed improvement in our dog's engagement. Excited to see how my dogs will be a year from now.

    Crystal M.

    I've had the pleasure of recently working with Fabiola for my 2 year old pitbull Kobe. Our time together has helped Kobe feel more confident and comfortable around dogs, so I look forward to more sessions with her!

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    Liz M.

    Wouldn't trust anyone else with my dogs. The whole time on my trip I wasn't worried about him because I knew he'd be in great hands !

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    Fabiola has been SUCH a phenomenal trainer and support for our 2.5 year old rescue German Shepherd pup, Journey! We did Fabiola's 20 day board and train option and it was the best decision we ever made. She is fantastic with Journey and also in helping us learn how to best keep up her training while transitioning home! We are so grateful for Fabiola, will most definitely be continuing our work with her, and could it recommend her more highly!

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    So happy to hear!! Thank you :))

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