Testimonial for Allie owner of Rogue K9 Academy - A Life-Changing Experience My in person experience with Rogue K9 Academy has been nothing short of exceptional--truly rewarding and life-changing for both my girls, Kat and Athena, and for me. Both of my dogs are Belgian Malinois rescues: Kat was adopted at around 8 months old, and Athena came to me at just 8 weeks. Before finding Rogue K9, I worked with two different trainers who both immediately resorted to using e-collars--without any foundational training. Kat, who had already endured a difficult time in the shelter, became compliant but fearful. I was told more than once that because of her history, Kat wouldn't be able to achieve much and would be difficult to train. It was heartbreaking to see training become something she feared. Everything changed when I found Rogue K9 Academy. To my relief, we didn't start with an e-collar. Instead, I was introduced to the Foundation Style Dog Training (FSDT) program. This method allows training to focus on building a strong, trusting relationship first and gradually working up from basic obedience to advanced skills. Through this program, not only did my dogs gain confidence, but I learned how to understand them better--especially Kat. Slowly but surely, my girls began to flourish. It brings me overwhelming joy to see how much they've grown--not just in their skills but in their overall happiness and confidence. Perhaps the most incredible part of our journey is that Kat, once thought to be untrainable and "too damaged" to succeed, is now a trained protection dog. I am forever grateful to Rogue K9 Academy for their guidance that helped me build a deep, trusting bond with my girls that I never imagined possible. read more

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When I adopted my 3-year-old adult Akita- Belgian Malinois mix, she had many behavioral issues. In particular, she was terrified to go on walks or interact with people. I was at a loss on how to help her overcome her fears. So, I sought out dog trainers in my area. I settled on Allie McCain and her ROGUE K9 ACADEMY, as I liked what people had written about her helping them with their dogs that had behavioral problems. Allie explained that to be successful, she would train and coach me on how to train and handle my dog (Named "Hope") so that Hope responds to me and my commands. She demonstrated incredible patience as Hope was so terrified of nearly all external stimuli. As our training progressed, I could see how Allie's training methods were freeing my dog from her fears. As a result of a commitment by Allie and myself to work on what was best for Hope, I now have a very confident and well-behaved pet. As a bonus, Allie even taught Hope to swim and "fetch" from the pool, which Hope now loves to do! If you are looking for a competent trainer that delivers results in a humane way, look no further than Allie. read more

A few weeks after we adopted our dog Fiona, she started chewing up things when we weren't home and refusing to go on walks. Being our first dog, my wife and I decided we needed help. After a lot of research, we narrowed it down to Allie due to her philosophies on establishing leadership and communication with dogs. She instantly knew the underlying causes for these behaviors and helped improve our understanding of how to effectively communicate with and lead Fiona through overcoming them. Allie always gave her reasoning for everything she had us do. She always put our family's relationship & communication at the center of our training. Even if it didn't make sense to us or we disagreed with it at first, trusting her judgement always resulted in a happier dog and dog parents alike! Allie also brought us through so many aspects of dog training we didn't even think to consider. Beyond the basic ideas of behaviors and commands, she taught us a whole new mindset of ethics, socialization, communication, and even nutrition. Additionally, the community of handlers she has built with her clients offers an even greater layer of support and education. It was a lot to take in initially, but we have such a thriving, well-rounded relationship with Fiona in every way we wanted and more. Working with Allie has been a truly life-changing experience beyond what we had imagined for both us and Fiona. We came in hoping to find a way to manage behaviors and establish obedience. Instead, we learned to build leadership, communication, and relationship with Fiona in ways we didn't think possible. The dog we have now is so much happier, healthier, and more confident than when we started just a few months ago. We can't imagine her any other way, and certainly could not have gotten here without Allie's expert guidance and empathetic support. read more

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Allie is amazing! With her help, guidance and support my dog and I are able to go on walks that I never thought possible due to her aggressive and reactive nature. My dog and I have an amazing relationship which was developed through patient leadership and love. I cannot recommend Rogue K9 and Allie enough! read more

Leo is our family dog and he is a 13 year old Cocker Spaniel/American Eskimo mix. We have always struggled with his reactivity and because I was away for school and then work, I wasn't able to commit to training. Fast forward to moving back to the area, Leo came in to my care full time and I decided to pursue in-person training with Allie. My goal was to be able to get Leo to a place where he could feel more confident and fear free, allowing us to be able to enjoy more experiences together. He has always loved to go out on adventures with us, but would be conflicted about interactions with other dogs and people. Leo's improvement was remarkable, even just after the first handful of sessions. We continued meeting regularly over the next several months and with every session, Leo's confidence grew, his reactivity and fear lessened, and our bond deepened. Working with Allie taught me so much and she helped address my every initial concern and more. We learned and practiced foundational style dog training, which always put Leo's wellbeing at the forefront. He was completely comfortable and happy with every method we used. I loved to see him get so excited as I got his gear ready for each session. Allie is a fantastic teacher - she keeps you accountable, curates the pace to what's best for you and your dog, and most importantly, she cares. Not only do you receive personalized support from Allie, she also hosts monthly group sessions at no additional cost, just to provide a safe space for you and your dog to work with other likeminded individuals. The group classes helped Leo so much. Before, I would always be hesitant to bring Leo out, as his reactivity would stress us both out and I would spend the entire time out worrying about his triggers. With the group classes, we were able to practice what we learned with Allie there to guide us, alongside other trainers who had been in my shoes too. There is so much more I could say but to keep a long story short, don't hesitate and give Allie a call! You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. Thanks to Allie, my relationship with my dog, Leo, is stronger than ever. He's also the happiest he's ever been, thanks to his newfound freedom and confidence that Allie helped us unlock. read more

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Hi everyone, my name is Prince Bastes and I wanted to share my story with Rogue K9 Academy. Here is the back story, I had many family dogs growing up, but in sixth grade (1999) I was attacked by a chow chow/Doberman mix dog and required 26 stiches in the emergency room. The following day, my leg was swollen, started turning purple and was not able to apply pressure on it. Therefore, it resulted in another ER visit to remove the stiches and let the wounds heal openly. I then attended therapy to address my newly formed fear of dogs. Literally, if a dog barked at me my heart would palpitate and out of pure gut reaction whoever was next to me would be pulled in front of me to act as a barrier between the dog and I. Therapy was not successful as I could not bear going to sessions anymore. Fast forward 22 years later, I purchased my first home, wanted a K9 companion to share my home with and help me get over my fear of dogs. In the height of Covid, my niece(s) and I drove 13 hours and picked up Pebbles Kai the Sheepadoodle from Redding California. Pebbles was 13 weeks old when I got her, and we quickly formed a special bond. Pebbles was full of energy, always wanted my attention but had issues with leash pulling and reactivity around other dogs. I initially engaged with a positive only trainer, and it helped to an extent, but after a few months realized Pebbles is capable of so much more and our relationship could even be stronger. After searching the web, yelp, and interviewing several trainers I finally engaged with Allie McCain and selected her services to help me on this journey. I reached out to Allie because I wanted to have the freedom to walk pebbles around the neighborhood freely without her barking excessively and lunging at other dogs. I told Allie my ultimate goal was to have the confidence to walk pebbles off leash and help advocate for her. Allie gave me lots of videos, homework, and other educational information to understand her training philosophy around LIMA, motivational collars, and leadership. Allie was quick to answer questions to help me better understand the use of e-collars. I was so hesitant initially but eventually was convinced this was the path for Pebbles and I. Working with Allie was an exceptional experience. I love how patient she was with me learning leash ninja techniques, proper command structure, and dealing with my perfectionist mind. She was instrumental in helping me learn more about Pebbles demeanor and learning how to go at Pebbles pace. There were times when I just could not get the timing of corrections and command structure right; and instead of taking the leash from me she coached me through it or would end the session early if training was no longer conducive for Pebbles. Pebbles loves going to Allies house and heritage for training sessions. Fast forward to 18 months of working with Allie, Pebbles and I have an incredibly special bond. I am so observant with her needs, quirks, and demeanor. I am able to advocate for her, redirect us if she is in an uncomfortable situation, and most importantly my girl walks confidently through the neighborhood. Pebbles is able to explore and have freedom. Pebbles loves to make me happy and is always looking at me to see if she is doing the right thing. Pebbles Kai has come a long way and because of her I have been able to face my fear of dog's head on. I'll do anything to keep my girl safe and advocate for her. Our relationship is on a different level now and it's all thanks to working with Allie! Allies training definitely strengthened my relationship with Pebbles. The motivational collars were a necessary tool. I especially loved how Allie wouldn't advance us to Phase 3 until I felt what the e-collar felt like. She wanted to make sure that I knew what it felt like when I pressed that clicker. Pebbles hardly gets knicks, just by having her phase 2 collar or phase 3 e-collar on she knows its training time and has her A+ game on. Rogue K9 Academy is full service for sure. Allie was available all the time to answer questions and trouble shoot along the way. She was so responsive and would course correct in between sessions. In summary, if your pup is having behavioral challenges and you want to build a stronger relationship with your pup, I recommend Allie's Rogue K9 Academy. Her program is 5 Stars! Allie is truly a rockstar and I am blessed that I had the opportunity to work with her. Thank you, Allie! Pebbles and I are forever grateful for the lessons we learned and the fun we are having because of this newfound freedom read more

If you have dogs with behavioral issues, this is it. You've found your place. I could go on and on but I'll keep it simple. The trainer: Allie is amazing. Not only is she knowledgeable but she CARES. She cares about the dogs, she cares about you and she cares about your relationship with your dog. She is always available and quick to respond with any questions or feedback. I am a virtual client so this is super helpful. The training method: It is not cruel. It works on leadership in a respectful way to your dog. The way I see it, you're teaching your dog first what you want them to do in a safe and fun way and only when you are sure the dog absolutely understands what you are asking of them, will you introduce any sort of correction and these are done using the absolute least amount needed. Just as (hopefully) you wouldn't beat up your kid for disobeying you, especially if they don't even know what they did wrong, you won't do that to your dog either. It is work for both you and your dog, not magic but I enjoy working with my dog and he absolutely loves training. The results: I can only speak about my experience. I am sure everyone and every dog is different so their journey might be different as well. My dog is reactive to other dogs and people. He can be very friendly at times and totally freak out another time. What we work on is that when he is with me and under a command (heel, sit, etc.) all is good. He is safe and I have the situation under control. Does this mean he'll never bark or react to other dogs or people? No, it doesn't. But I don't want that either. He has the freedom to be himself and I respect that. Some of it is in his breed. Moreover, he warns me of potentially dangerous situations and I know he'll try to protect too if needed. But I can safely take him out on walks, have people over at the house and do all the normal life stuff with him in a safe way as well. Hopefully this helps you! I tried different trainers and different methods for years before finding Allie and I only wished I had found her sooner. read more

1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? I was 6 months pregnant and had a 7 month old Dog de Bordeaux (french mastiff ) who was really starting to push, nip , and jump 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Omg from our zoom call Allie explained so much about behaviors and leadership. I knew right away that this is what I had been looking for. I had talked to othe trainers. But they wanted to take my dog for 3 weeks and then bring him back. I just didn't feel comfortable with that at all. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used?  Zeus was even excited as soon. As we entered the street headed in for session !! He responded very well to all the training 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Absolutely! Allie loves our pets as hers and she definitely has their best interests in mind. She's very knowledgeable and really works at the dogs pace and mine. 5) Allie at  Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Yes absolutely she is fully involved and engaged with you and your pet during the entire session. She even got in the pool with my pup to help with swimming when o couldn't due to my very pregnant belly ! What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? My experience was amazing. I recommend Allie all the time. She helped me build my leadership skills and build my relationship with my pup. I love being able to take him out and know that I am in control of the situation. I'm 5 ft nothing with a huge dog ! It could be intimidating but I feel good and confident and because I do Zeus does. He's my big baby and I'm glad I trusted her . She's a God send !! read more

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Me and my husband have two Australian Shepherds. One is 3 and the other is 1 years old. Our 3 year old had aggression issues. He would randomly growl at us and act like he would bite us or at time did nibble and we feared it would get worst if we ever wanted to have kids. We knew he had to get help asap. He would get like this with his 1 year old brother as well. We reached out to Allie as we found her on yelp. We got a consult and loved all she had to say in regards to the situation we were dealing with. We right away got in person training with her. She had us do our homework and record videos so she can help us on training and our difficulties we were facing with our dogs. They are both boys . So we learned a lot in a matter of months and we as well were trained as well. It was a learning experience for myself , my husband and my two boys! There were times were i felt maybe it Isnt working because of 3 year old would be good and than had a situation where he acted like his old ways but she was there 100% by our side to remind us it takes time and patience. & she was right! I was so close to giving our 3 year old away because I feared him. She helps us figure out the problem and continue training. Our dogs grew to love her and because of the training they grew to respect us and know we are ones who make the commands not them. Our dogs are way better our in social settings. Where before they would bark and cry at other dogs. Now they just lay by us or we give them a command and they ignore the dogs. Our 3 year old shows no type of aggression. He respects our commands and tries his best to be his best. It took lots of play, training and trust for him to change but it was well worth it! If your going through a hard situation with your dog please reach out to Allie for help. I promise if u do your part she will help give you the tools to fix and issues you may have. It will be frustrating at times but in the end it will be well worth it. I love how after training we now have the tools to continue on our own and she is kind enough to allow all her clients come back for group walks. It helps our dogs socialize and helps us as well! She gives it her all to help you! & she gave us her everything for both our boys. Our oldest one no longer gets annoyed by his brother but they adore each other and respect each other's space. Don't think twice ! Book with her if you are having any issues with your babies! Especially aggression because trust me it is a scary situation. I thank her so much for helping us change our household to be a place where we now feel safe and happy! read more

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just wanted to recognize Allie, and the excellent service she provides through Rogue K9 Academy. she has helped me immensely, with my relationship with my dogs, as well as educating me on the best nutrition for their health through the ages. her genuine love and care for animals is the obvious backbone of her organization. she is very understanding and never judgemental, always ready to meet me right where i am at. i appreciate you Rogue K9! these skills and knowledge are one of the best things to have happened for my puppers! read more

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We recently rescued a belgian malinois from a shelter and when we brought her home, she was very stressed and meeting my other dogs added another layer of stress to the point that we were thinking of taking her back to the shelter. "Thank God we didn't". We contacted Allie from Rogue K9 academy and she jumped right in to help us with the training, she's always available and responds to our text immediately for which we have been so grateful. She truly cares about the dogs and helping people (you simply can't put a price on that) she's an excellent hardworking trainer that is ALWAYS willing to go the extra mile to help us become more confident and competent dog owners. She's been a blessing to our family/dogs. read more

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We started training with Allie in Sept 2021 after our dog Rigatoni had reached an all-time high with aggression behaviors. He's always been sweet with my husband and I, but absolutely hates all other humans, with multiple bite attempts (and successes). We were so discouraged for so long but with Allie's help and lots of hard work and slow progress over the past 16 months, we've learned how to manage and prevent Rigatoni's behaviors and I am confident with handling him and giving him commands to help him feel secure instead of anxious and aggressive. We're mostly in phase 3 and I'm so happy that this past weekend, he did AMAZING sharing a house with my family - we used his "bed" command and he got to the point where people could walk by and he didn't even get up. We also went on walks and he went off-leash using "this way" and recall commands. We were able to practice a lot because it didn't feel as hard as in the past, when I would've said it was too stressful and kept him in the bedroom all weekend. I was able to relax and he was able to be a part of our family, which has been the goal from the very beginning! There are so many "miracle" training programs out there but I love knowing exactly what my dog is experiencing and being the one to do it. I've probably learned and changed more than my dog but that's how it should be since I'm his handler. Allie has been so supportive throughout the training process. She's always available when I have questions and loves sharing her knowledge with her clients! She really has gone above and beyond for us and we wouldn't have made such great progress without her. read more

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My dog Pepper is a fear aggressive rescued Australian Shepherd, and has a lot of anxiety. We were dealing with it as best we could for a while. I really wanted to work with a trainer because I knew she had so much potential and Pep is the sweetest baby to non-strangers. I always told myself, what's some money and a few months of really hard work, if I can come out of it with a happy and trusting pup for the rest of her life? However, I tried other trainers, and I couldn't find anyone willing to really invest in her because of her behavioral issues. They would also up-charge us like crazy, only for Pep to end up with no real help or improvement. We didn't feel heard or understood, and were often essentially told that she was hopeless/good luck, or we were just given up on before we even began. So for a while, I gave up on trainers, and I researched and did as much as I could on my own to help her. We worked hard, despite strangers' snide comments on how we "should train our dog better" or "if that was their dog they'd never behave that way" as we walked by, but despite all my efforts, she ended up accumulating a handful of serious bite incidents under her belt, and I was so sad and desperate. Coincidentally, we ran into another Aussie pup at the park one day that happened to be a client of Allie's. She was so well behaved, and they seemed really understanding of our situation and gave us Allie's contact information. I reached out to Allie immediately via email, and she got back to me so quickly, with so much empathy. Due to the times, my sister and I met with Allie via video chat, and she explained all her thoughts and expectations with us and with Pepper. She was also extremely up front and open about her pricing, which was also so fair and reasonable, and never made us feel uncomfortable financially. We felt so accepted and understood, as well as motivated and hopeful!! We started training sessions once a week, with rigorous practicing during the week, and pretty much started to see results within weeks. Despite the fact that we had a weird situation (I lived away from Pep at the time, and she lived with my sister, so my sister took her to most of her beginning sessions), Allie guided us through smoothly and kept all of us on the same page so that our transition between who was handling Pepper was always seamless. The entire training process was so clear, organized, and honestly just made so much logical sense! Allie has been there for us emotionally and physically to support us and teach us the whole way through. Training has honestly been more about us as the owners learning how and what to do/expect, and guiding our pups, than anything else! As the training continues, our relationship and trust with our pup grows, and the more she trusts us the better our training works, and its just an exponentially positive cycle. Allie never makes us feel judged or criticized, and has only ever been so good to us and to Pepper, despite Pep acting like she'd rather have her dead for most of our first few sessions. It's been a few months now, and Pepper is completely in love with Allie, and whenever we get her training gear out she starts to cry and pace in excitement because she knows we are going to go do some work (and see Allie)! Just a few months ago Pepper used to run away and try to hide whenever we got her leash/harness out, because walks were so stressful to her (constant barking/lunging at strangers, both dog and human). We are still practicing all the time, and attending group classes or group events whenever we can because they are so helpful and fun for Pepper, and so motivational for me as I'm reminded of how much she's improved and how far she has come. While training never truly ends, Pepper is now so much happier and trusting, and her reactivity while not necessarily gone (it's who she is!) is something we can very easily understand/predict/manage now. As long as she is introduced properly, she no longer has any problems with guests coming over to our home (she loves them, and all the attention, in fact) and we are constantly experiencing more and more walks with less and less reactions. Allie helped the loving and happy pup we always knew that Pepper was on the inside, break out of her scared and aggressive shell. We have nothing but love and praise for her!! Thank you so much Allie!! read more

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1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? I am in my early 20's and had always wanted a puppy. I went out and bought one because I was attempting to fulfill a big childhood dream of mine. I had seen Marley and Me along hearing horror stories of puppy behavior. When I first got my Aussie pup I was in desperate need of a trainer because I feared having a CRAZY puppy. She was screaming bloody murder everytime I left the room and I was having major anxiety! A friend of my mom's referred me to Allie and she was my best friend from the get-go. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Allie got me started on a relationship building technique that was working wonders. She gives every detail to every step and she is very patient! He goal is to make sure you and your dog have a respectable relationship! My dog was working so hard to please me because we learned techniques that I had never even heard before. But they WORKED! 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used? My pup is VERY pleased with our training. We BOTH get excited before training sessions and we're able to go out in public with NO FEAR of bad behaviors. My pup is a rockstar anywhere I take her. She is a happy pup and confident pup. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? 1000000% This training is not harmful to the dog in way shape or form. If your dog isn't following through with commands.... it's most likely the dog handlers fault. This training is very sensitive to your dog's willingness to try. 5) Allie at Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Allie's Service is like 1st class seats compared to other services I looked into. She makes it personal and does the VERY best she can to make you and your dog succeed. Not only does she work hard and kick butt at her job, she also makes you and your dog feel safe and cared for. read more

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Teddy was a 4 year old Shar Pei who was true to his breed and was very aggressive, rowdy and had no structure to his life. We wanted him to enjoy his life more and make our relationship with him enjoyable and more companion like with us and others. He also had a kitten brother on the way and we wanted to make sure we would do our best with that transition. Our concerns were definitely dealt with, met fairly quickly and we saw changes in not only his behavior, but his confidence too. The training plan was definitely a learning curve but is simple and concerns what YOU want as a dog parent.  At first Teddy was a little confused at and we struggled with the power dynamic shift to us as owners. It probably took him 15 mins into session 1 to understand and get comfortable with the new set up. We have a very sensitive pup when it comes to skin, so we did have to adjust accordingly but Ally is beyond amazing and supportive throughout the entire process. Today Teddy is happier and more confident than ever. He is best friends with his cat brother and is in some of the best health condition he has been in considering his health issues. He has gained weight and is so receptive and loving with the family and that's all we could've asked for from this. This is the place to go if you want to enjoy your pup and are willing to invest time and love into your future with them. The training method used is one of the most positive experience we have ever had with training both for us and the dog. Everything is straight forward and adjustable to what we as dog parents wanted and needed out of his training and behavioral improvements. Teddy is happier than ever with the structure in his life, and you really can't put a price on that. Allie at Rogue K9 definitely means full service when she advertises that. She is an on call angel for us that has provided us countless of important information when it comes to Teddy's behavior, skin health, eating habits, relationship building, dog parenting advice and so so much more! She is only always a call away and gives us the confidence and security behind our decisions with the use of all her knowledge about dogs. You can tell she deeply cares about and loves dogs, especially the ones that are going through her program. Rogue K9 has been the best thing to happen to us as dog parents and to Teddy's overall living situation and health. read more

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Why did you seek professional help for your dog?We had just got a puppy that was ruining my backyard and really hyper. I was told to try training and I fought it at first, thinking he would grow into an obedient dog. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Yes. After my first couple of visits, I still fought the process a bit as I learned very early on that the issue was not Ace, but how I handled him. After a few sessions, I saw a pretty big change in his attitude based on what I had learned. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used? Definitely. And it still shows a few years later with consistency and dedication to your dog. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Yes. 5) Allie at Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Yes What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? At this point in life, I don't think I can ever go back and NOT train my dog. I walk with him daily and enjoy my time with Ace. I often times see other dogs and the way they act, and I have spoken to multiple people that state that "your dog is so good. HOW?" Most people will tell you that working with a trainer is "too expensive and too time consuming". It is both, but I can honestly say it was the best thing we have ever done for our dog, as well as for me. It has made me a calmer person while also showing me that the way I interact with my dog dictates what I get out of him, and it's important to know that it is truly more than training an animal. This is training ourselves to co-exist by understanding each other. I would 100% recommend Allie to ANYONE as it has been a few years and she still answers my calls if I have questions or just want to showcase what Ace has learned. Her clients love her because of her knowledge as well as her dedication to our animals. If you need more information on how my family feels about Allie as our trainer, I have no issue with you calling me directly at 909-908-4230. Tim Stillions read more

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I have been a client of Allie's for several months and she has changed my life forever. I was having a horrible time with a puppy that I received as a gift. This puppy turned my life upside down. I loved him so very much but he required special training given his breed. He is a Belgium Malinois. I had never even heard of the dog until it was in my arms AFTER he was already purchased from a breeder by my boyfriend. It was a nightmare. I went through 4 trainers and thousands of dollars before I found Allie. She has changed our lives FOREVER. My dog listens, our household is so much calmer, and he is happy. She is God sent!!! If you have a difficult dog or you just want to learn how to train your dog properly without fear, intimidation, or force she is the one to go to. She is PRICELESS!!! read more

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1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? Honestly, I have been looking for professional help for literally several years! I have a Shina Inu (Hiro 5 y/o) & a deaf Border Collie mix (Eva 9 y/o). Shiba Inus are basically mini Akitas. Hiro is tenacious, reactive & sensitive. I wanted so baldly to hike with Hiro without the risk of him biting another dog & to actually enjoy our neighborhood walks. Because the ugly truth, was walking Hiro felt like a chore none of us wanted to do. He'd lunge at dogs, barked & would redirect his bite towards Eva or us. Hiro had ZERO recall. He was an opportunist with the door and would seize the opportunity as often as they came. Hiro would bolt down the driveway and run full speed to the neighborhood park one block away. He's did bit a small dog on his last great escape. Which brought up the battle with rehoming him out of desperation but didn't we want to give up on our guy. Eva, my Border Collie mix is our sweet deaf angel. After we rescued her I learned that a lot of owners used vibrating e-collars to communicate with their dogs off leash. I had zero clue on how to implement this and knew I'd better leave it to the pros. . 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Were my concerns addresses?! OMG YES!!! Was the plan simple yet effective? 100% YES Allie always updates your Google Doc for easy reference on your session with feedback and goals for the week. Foundational style training paired with premack principle has been eye opening and life changing. You know the saying, " You'll get dessert if you eat all your dinner." Well that's Premack Principle. Not only do we understand it but the dogs do too! Allie works on replacing the undesired behavior with desired behavior and the dogs get treats, affection & freedom in return. Its pure magic. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used? Eva and Hiro LOVE going to Allie's house. It's the highlight of their week. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Allie taught us how to be fair to the dogs. The goal is less corrections, so we find ways to prevent our dogs from messing up. For example, with learning "Leave it" we can tell Hiro "Leave it" on walks with things we are passing like a dog across the street walking the opposite direction. Hiro only has to "leave it" while we are passing them which is quick and then the temptation is gone and he got minimal corrections and lots of love for giving us the desired behavior - walking past the dog without looking at it. Allie always has the dogs physical, mental and emotional state at the forefront of all the training sessions & their day to day life. We move at both our pace and the dogs pace. She has taught us how to lookout for body language that means they are stressed or confused. 5) Allie at Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Allie is always available via text and phone calls. She's even made videos for us in the moment of needing clarity! I mean if that isn't full service I don't what is! What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? Full disclosure: 4 YEARS AGO We did work with a private trainer who came to our house, but he never felt like a good fit and wasn't concerned about HOW Hiro (my Shiba) was feeling. He just wanted to assert dominance and submit Hiro into commands. So after working with him the hunt continued. I have reached out to literally every single Shiba Inu rescue in Southern California to inquire who they use for professional training. I have spoken to SO many trainers I have lost count. Most of the trainers would suggest board & train after listening to my concerns, but I knew I wanted a hands on approach to training I wanted to learn how to work with my dogs & to understand where the behavior was stemming from. Allie not only has delivers 100% hands on approach (she doesn't handle your dogs- YOU do) She has sent me countless videos & materials to read to better understand dogs natural behavior & body language. We don't punish our dogs for how they are feeling. We replace the undesired behavior with desired behavior and then correct when they break the command. Training isn't all one sided. Dogs are NOT bad or jerks. They just don't understand what we want and we don't speak their language. Allie bridges that gap beautifully. She saved our pack when we felt desperately lost. Torn on the decision to surrender Hiro to a rescue. I am forever grateful to have crossed paths with her. THANK YOU ALLIE!!!! read more

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1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? Even before adopting, we knew that we were going to want professional training, not just a few classes at our local pet store. (Nothing against them, but we were looking for more.) . When we adopted Jackie as a young puppy, she was fun and playful...and a handful...we knew that we were going to need training from the beginning. Jackie is a Rottweiler, and we wanted to start training our large breed early so handling as an adult would be easier. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Absolutely! Training with Rogue K9 Academy went far above and beyond expectations! We definitely received the obedience training we signed up for, and so much more! The hands on approach to understanding our dog's breed and the best way to advance our relationship with our dog has been invaluable. The training is simple, easy to understand, and consistent. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used? Jackie has responded so well with the training methods. She understands the training, and knows when we switch to "work mode". She loves doing well and is happy when she knows she made us happy. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Allie's priority is maintaining the respect, care, and trust of the dog, the owner, and their relationship in the most humane ways available. She goes out of her way to make sure that the owner knows how to handle the dog, and explains why each training task is important. She makes sure we convey to the dog exactly what we want/expect in any given cue. She wants to be sure that expectation meets understanding in a productive and systematic approach to the training. 5) Allie at Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? ABSOLUTELY! Yes, Allie provides obedience and agility training services. She also cares about your fur-baby!!!! She has dedicated so much research and attention to understanding dogs. She helps with everything, all of my MANY questions: breed-specific information, feeding, health, training, toys, gear, socialization, behavior, medicine, everything! She routinely checks in to see how our progress is going, and is always available to answer my questions. What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? I cannot imagine raising our puppy without Allie by our side!!!! She is patient with all of my ridiculous questions, follows up with us regularly, and is genuinely interested in the growth and happiness of our dog! Honestly, if you are considering training your fur-baby, let Allie with Rogue K9 Academy lead the way!! read more

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We've trained with Allie for 3.5 months with our 10 month old doodle and 13.5 year old terrier mix. I liked that she met with us (virtually) to explain expectations and what commitment will be required from us. She is amazing at what she does, is passionate and we've seen wonderful results! We've never taken our dogs on vacation with us before and just did last week. The dogs did wonderfully although we are still working on our training. Our relationships with the dogs are awesome now and we really have learned about leadership. We are delighted to continue our training with Allie! read more

Rogue K9 Academy - Working on our commands - Pet Training Near Me

My husband and I wanted to train our then one year old and 3 month old puppies because we wanted to be able to walk them without them pulling our arms off. Allie helped us with that and so much more! Our dogs can go off leash, and we feel comfortable with their responsiveness to our commands. I did not know what to expect, but the style of training implemented by Allie worked well with our dogs (and I imagine all dogs) because it is respectful and humane. Allie has been able to transform our relationships with our dogs. They are happy, and so are we. Things that I never thought were possible are possible through training with Allie. She's magic! read more

WOW. Allie is incredible. We got two eight-week old puppies and were immediately overwhelmed by their behaviors: biting, chewing, digging, pulling at the leash, fighting, etc. Allie came to our house (in the back yard, socially distanced, wearing masks) and helped us not only learn how to train our dogs, but to develop relationships with them. So much of what she does seems counterintuitive at first, then it works, then it seems like common sense. The dogs are happier, sleep better at night, and most importantly, we are no longer dreading our puppy experience, but savoring it. Can't wait to see her this weekend. read more

Rogue K9 Academy - Pet Training Near Me

1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? I wanted to be able to take Hunter out in public without without having to worry or stress about how he was going to behave. I got him as a puppy to be my running & hiking partner but it didn't quite work out that way. When he was younger I made a few attempts to put him through obedience training and inevitably, after a session or two, he would decide he wasn't having it. He would completely shut down, hide from me, refuse to walk on a leash. I hoped that with a routine, he would improve over time but there were times that he would stop mid-run and refuse to go in any direction. As he got older, he became more reactive toward other dogs and it got to the point that I really had to think about when and where I could take him. Crowded places or places with other dogs were out of the question. He was also having a lot of anxiety from loud noises and around strangers or when people would come over etc. I started seeking help again because I felt like he was missing out on life. I wanted to take him out more often. And I felt that his anxiety was getting worse due to lack of exposure. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Yes! The first thing I learned was that Hunter needed strong and predictable leadership. For Hunter, having predictability and consistency was so important because he learned what to expect and he learned to trust me. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used? Yes. There was definitely a learning curve for both me and Hunter. He's six years old, so it took some time to unwind six years of habit. But, we got through it and he is certainly happier now. I love that Allie was so patient with us and went at our pace. I never once felt pressured or rushed, and I love that the focus was on getting it right and making sure that both me and Hunter understood the mechanics of the commands. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Absolutely! Allie always takes the time to explain the "how"'and "why" to me, as many times as needed! I feel that the training is structured in a way that does that for the dog too. Each phase helps the dog learn and really understand the command so that there are no surprises. 5) Allie at Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Yes! She has well-organized lesson plans and timetables. But, I also know that she will troubleshoot with me and can be flexible based on the dog's personality. I know that I can be transparent with her too and she's always willing to help! What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? We've been working with Allie for over 6 months. I feel so much more confident taking Hunter places now. It's not stressful anymore. I know that he's more confident too. He's getting exposed to new things and I rarely see his anxiety anymore. I feel like I have a better relationship with him now and have better communication with him. I'm really glad we found Allie! read more

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When I got Spanky (Husky-Shepherd mix, now 7 months old) he was only 6 weeks old and a tiny little guy but I knew he was going to be a big boy, and what's worse than a misbehaved dog? A BIG misbehaved dog! Spanky (like most puppies) was a force to be reckoned with -- small, mighty and determined -- it was his way or the high way and I was in over my head. I was connected with Allie only a couple of weeks after becoming a dog-mom and my main concern was his mouthing. Those tiny, shark-like needle teeth had me howling with tears of frustration and I didn't know what to do. I had no idea how much I still needed to learn about dog behavior and training before I met Allie. To this day I thank my lucky stars (and my friend Kelly) for putting her in our lives. At the time, Spanky had not received his full immunizations and Allie got us started on our training temporarily via Skype until he was ready to be out in the wild! I was skeptical, dog training over video chat? But it worked super well! We did 4 online sessions followed by 10 in-person sessions (sold separately). I'm very grateful I was able to start Spanky at such a young age, and now I have many great tools at my disposal so that I can maintain a great relationship with my dog for the rest of our lives. Not only did we get the mouthing under control, we got spanky swimming, running through obstacle courses and most importantly: listening to me, respecting me and following my commands. Foundation Style Dog Training is the way to go: It's straight-forward, simple and verifiably effective -- you really learn how to communicate with your dog in a way that makes sense to them. Allie is knowledgeable and has a wonderful coaching style. I felt like I was learning from a caring friend. My favorite part about working with Allie was that it was completely hands-on. Since I was working with Spanky directly (instead of having a stranger handle him) we both felt safe, comfortable and were able to learn together at our own pace. Every Dog/Owner duo is different and Allie will cater to your dog's unique needs according to their age, breed, personality, etc. You will not have a pet store cookie-cutter training experience with her; she will help find what's right for you and your dog. Spanky loves Allie and loved going to class! Allie makes sure that you start with the basics so that you can build a good foundation and then keep building. Foundation Style Dog Training is transparent and humane -- there is no room for disrespect or any kind of abuse in the methods taught by Allie. She is extremely passionate and really takes care of you; your dog's success is important to her and the sky is the limit! Allie gave us full-service training and then some; she has truly changed our lives. I went from blood, tears and feeling overwhelmed to having a great relationship with my amazing dog. She not only offers training services, she is also a great guide and resource to have for anything regarding your dog and their health and happiness. She helped us find the right gear, the right food, the right bed, the right supplements -- you name it. I know I can text her any time with questions or concerns and she will be there at the drop of a hat - I don't know how she does it all! Her work ethic and dedication are admirable. I personally started working with Allie in the summer, so Spanky got to learn how to swim! No matter the season, I'm sure Allie has something special up her sleeve to make your training fun, productive and memorable. She always treated us with respect and made sure we were moving forward. I only got 14 sessions with Allie, but we made a tremendous amount of progress during our meetings. I'm looking forward to attending some of the group activities, such as Pack Walks, Dog-Handling Olympics, and other fun social drills and learning experiences that she offers for free. Because Allie was such an amazing coach I will definitely be buying more sessions when I can. There are so many things you can do with your dog once you understand and respect each other! I have my eye on protection training and crate-pulling next. I recommend Allie to every dog parent I know and I can promise you will not regret working with her. read more

1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? Our beagle was displaying behavior that we were unable to curb. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? We are still in training and we have seen a tremendous improvement in how we are leading him and how he is responding. Allie's training plans are clear and simple, and her training techniques help both us and our dog. We have learned so much already. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used? Very much so, we can tell because he is responding to our cues. He needed better leadership from us and now he is becoming the dog we knew he could be. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Yes, Allie explains why we are doing a particular exercise or training. It's important to her that we understand what we are doing and is willing to expound on her training methods for us to understand and follow through as we to continue our training at home. Allie's training method uses positive reinforcement to strengthen their confidence and never in a negative way. 5) Allie at Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Beyond FULL SERVICE. We receive videos, charts and are offered online classes to improve our dog handling skills. She invests herself in both us and in our dog. 6) What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? The best testimony we can share is how my dog now behaves himself and obeys our cues. We've been given training tools that will be used for every dog we have in the future. We highly recommend Allie for any and all dog training needs. read more

1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog?My wife Christina and I had wanted a dog for a while. We had picked Moose, a brown Labrador puppy. We looked for trainers a few weeks before he came home. A few trainers said our dog wouldn't be ready for training until he was 16 weeks old. We talkedto Allie over the phone and she said we can definitely train our pup that young. Things that helped us decide on Allie were her training philosophy, client reviews, and the confidence she showed when wespoke at our consultation. In no way pushy, she wasn't out to make a sale. She made us feel like picking the right trainer is crucial for our new family member. As soon as our initial consultation was over we had made our decision. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Being novices to the dog world, our concerns have been fluid. As concerns arise, Allie is there to help. They get taken care of in real time. "Allie what do we do if...", she gives us the details on how to handle it, how to control Moose's environment, or any other question we may have. The training plan, it is simple and effective IF we put forth quality effort. When Moose was about 10 or 12 weeks old, Allie noticed a hole in our leadership. We were not following her instructions on non solicited affection. It's tough holding back love, we just wanted him in our arms and on our laps, ON THE COUCH (big no no) all the time. It was effecting the training. She called us out! We were not following the training as directed with quality effort. We corrected the hole in leadership and Moose was back on track with his leash manners. The training plan is simple when followed with an attention to detail. It is effective when command structure is used correctly and Moose knows exactly what to do. He is now 7 months old with close to 20 sessions. We are stoked with the way he is progressing. At this time,we are learning to proof the heel command, AND learning that he is stronger than we thought! He had his first taste of off leash freedom the other day.3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used?Moose is a playful treat eating machine. Motivation to work has never been an issue. He has a blast during daily training sessions, especially at formal sessions with Allie. The more we interact with Moose, the stronger our bond becomes. He is so enthused during training it seems as if the line is blurred between work and play.4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane?Rogue K9 stresses moving at the dogs pace. We don't rush anything. Allie doesn't handle Moose, we are doing the handling 100% of the time. Allie has trained us to train Moose. That is as transparent as it gets. We don't punish Moose for anything. We call for an appropriate behavior in each situation with minimal corrections, controlling his environment. Easier said than done, but the progress is real. As I'm writing this review, Moose has chewed my sandal. I know it isn't his fault but mine. I created that environment for him by leaving such an irresistible item on the floor. I don't punish him and tell him he's a "bad dog." I redirect him with a command I would rather him do. With Allie we hear a lot of the same terms. LIMA, cinopraxis, respect, humane treatment,they all guide her philosophy and are backed up with verifiable evidence of success. Evidence that she is happy to share, offering anextra level of transparency.5) Allie at Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she?Allie has our back. Well before our first training session, Allie madeherself available to us prior to bringing Moose home. She gave us advice on what to prepare in the house, how to approach an issue wehad with the breeder. She has been available via text, phone, emails and social media. She asks for progress videos that keep us accountable. She gets back to us with health and product advice, critique and postings of her video tutorials. She has gear that she personally recommends on hand for Moose, ready to purchase and use. She has even helped us teach Moose how to swim. If that wasn't enough, she has added another option to her program for advanced group classes that we can't wait to take advantage of.What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspectiveon your overall experience? We entered this dog owning experience ignorant of Moose's potential. Moose's progression has surpassed any expect expectations we had. He has added a layer of enrichment to our lives we weren't prepared for. We still have so much to work on. We learn lessons every day. We feel confident the right trainer is by our side to realize Moose's potential and respect his capabilities. After our last session my wife and I were talking about how much we Allie loves dogs. We couldn't think think of a measurable limit, she expresses it effortlessly. We couldn't ask more of the genuine love and support she shows for our dog. read more

We brought home our puppy at 4 months old and he was not the "puppy" everyone expected him to be. He seemed very timid & shy. We knew that it was going to take time to adjust to his new home but we also noticed that he was hesitant towards my husband. At that point we decided to search for a dog trainer who would help us with socialization. I interviewed 3 different dog trainers and after speaking to Allie, who was recommended by a friend, I was convinced that she was perfect for what my family was seeking. During our first visit, Allie made some observations about our puppy's personality and pointed out a few things that we should be aware of in the future and sure enough she was spot on! Every issue or concern we've had with our puppy has been addressed in detail. Allie gives simple but thorough explanation of the training plan. She includes videos, some personalized just for you, to clarify the training exercises. One of her main goals is to make sure that the plan is clear and precise so that you and your dog are successful. Our puppy has responded positively with every method of training we've used so far. To support transparency of her training Allie includes not only her expertise but other resources to help support her methods and philosophy. Allie is 100% FULL SERVICE! Even before confirming our training with her she offered to speak on the phone to help give us some advice. Since then, she has been available to us without any hesitation. Allie emphasizes the importance of making the right corrections immediately if needed. Therefore, making herself available to us as much as possible whether by phone, text, or Skype. One thing that stood out to me and speaks volumes is that from the first training session she has included the entire family. Our goal for our puppy is to have a family dog that respects everyone equally and Allie shares that same goal. Including our young daughters in the training sessions has not only taught them to be pack leaders but also build confidence in being dog owners. read more

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I first started looking for professional help for my dog and I when he became very reactive on our walks. He would lunge at almost every single dog we passed by and it was a very stressful experience for the both of us. When we first met with Allie she went over how important leadership is and that was a game changer! She also taught us proper leash technique and plenty of commands to help on our walks! My dog Shadow was very happy and comfortable with the methods used and loved going to our training session. (especially ones where he got to go in the pool) Allie was always very humane and transparent with explaining why we were doing something and always had the best interest of my dog at heart. Allie truly goes above and beyond and offers more than full service training! Shadow and I couldn't be more happy with the experience we had and are forever grateful to Allie! read more

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I can not say enough about Rogue K9 Academy or Allie! I met Allie and began working with Rogue K9 Academy a year and a half ago. My husband and I decided to make a huge commitment to ourselves and our family by bringing home a full-bred Akita female with some pretty amazing credentials in her family genealogy. We even traveled to Gilroy, California to get her. We owned two Akitas before her. We lost our last fur baby very early as she ingested a portion of a Sago Palm Tree, and passed away way before her time. We were devastated and decided that IF we got another dog, we would do everything in our power to give her the best life we pawssibly could. Allie was recommended to me when Sophia was about three months old. We got her at 11 weeks! Well, in the few weeks we had her, we had already spoiled her, allowed mouthing, jumping, and really hadn't taught her anything yet. We were spoiling her with too much love and not any real training (except crate and potty training). The moment Allie entered our home, she minced no words in telling me I was ruining our girl. I swallowed hard, fought back tears, and took heed to all of her advice. She explained and provided me with information on her class, breed, ran groups with quizzes, gave recorded classes to a small group on breed and type differences, ran group classes, gave human/pup workout, classes, got us into agility, and helped me transform my relationship with Sophia. I purchased three training packages with Rogue K9 Academy and consider myself now a lifer. We have begun to work together again on off-leash training improving my command structure and strengthening our bond with every step of the way. The Foundation Style Dog Training Allie uses is tailored to each human with the needs of the pup at the forefront. Allie is committed, dedicated, (way more than any trainer of humans or animals that I have ever encountered) loyal and almost prophetic. She is transformative in that she can teach you exactly what YOU need to do in your training journey with your pup. She sees past areas where you lack, where you get frustrated or even where you need a gentle nudge to hone your own leadership skills or even patience. In short (or long), my relationship with Allie has been invaluable. Sophia loves her!!! Allie saw something in me I didn't know existed. I have taken my girl off leash to swim near waterfalls, I have hiked all over the place and have given my children the best fur baby ever due to the Foundation Style Dog Training Allie has provided us. Thank you, Allie!!!! read more

Rogue K9 Academy - Sophia the Akita!! - Pet Training Near Me

Our puppy was super playful and big, so we wanted to get her acclimated to family life that worked in a way we all could enjoy her, so we reached out to Allie at Rogue K9 Academy. All our concerns were addressed. It was really mostly about sending clear communication that Bailey could understand and Allie taught us how to do that. The Google Doc kept all we covered in a place to refer to often and keep communication open if we had questions along the way. Our dog was happy and comfortable with the methods used every step of the way!!!!! The training was transparent and humane. Allie at Rogue K9 Academy offers FULL SERVICE training! I have recommended Allie to several friends now. Even while training during COVID, we have seen such success largely in part to Allie's check ins, encouragement, and detailed feedback. I would not have imagined that we could make the progress we have during such a strange season of life, but Allie had a plan and through working together we are in such a happy place with our Bailey girl. I can't get over how easy it was to work with Allie and see such an immediate change in our dog. By cleaning up our cues and command structure we literally have seen our girl transform and she's still a puppy, just turned a year old!! I can't wait to continue our work together with pack walks and support as questions arise. Our family is so grateful!! read more

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1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? I got my puppy Paloma with the intentions of seeking professional help but looked for help very early on due to aggressive behaviors like growling and biting at about 2 1/2 months old. I was calling different trainers explaining to them my situation, I decided on one training company and quickly regretted it. I signed up for a pack of puppy group classes hoping they could give me any type of help in dealing with these behaviors. We showed up to the first class where Paloma was lunging and barking , they moved us to the back of the class and suggested we sit out the session and just observe the other puppies, they quickly suggested a boarding program as she was "too dependent" on me and needed to be handled for two weeks in their boarding program. I found Allie quickly after that, feeling hopeless because I had a puppy who was getting bigger and stronger with a mean bite. Right away Allie discussed her training approach and seemed very excited to start working with us. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Yes !! Allie and I sat down and discussed goals and behaviors that I would like to see from Paloma. Allie laid out a simple and effective training plan, she explained how a great relationship and leadership are very important in training, she explained that I would be handling Paloma as it was important to build the trust in our relationship. The plan was provided to me through a google doc, which I found super helpful. Allie constantly uploaded new info into the doc with homework and updates of the previous session. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used?  My dog loves Allie and was always excited to start sessions. I would say that Paloma became happier after having gone to training sessions with Allie as it made our relationship less stressful and more enjoyable. Allie always ensured to answer any questions I had regarding a method we were using. Paloma never looked uncomfortable or unhappy with any of the methods used in training. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Allie was very transparent in all of her approaches. Before introducing a new method to Paloma, Allie ensured that I felt comfortable modeling the training before applying it to Paloma. Allie is very educated in LIMA style training (least intrusive minimally aversive). 5) Allie at  Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Full service and more! Allie began our first meeting discussing Paloma's diet, her environment, and preventative healthcare tips. Paloma went through several medical scares and Allie was always a text or call away. She was always readily available to answer any questions I had regarding Paloma's health, diet, behaviors, or anything really. She had check-ins to check on Paloma's development and even kept record of all our sessions and provided videos so that I could go back and learn from them. What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? Honestly working with Allie was the best thing that could have happened to us. She's helped me turn a stressful and frustrating relationship into a loving and enjoyable one. Paloma is constantly being complimented on how well behaved and trained she is and it's all thanks to Allie. Training never really ends but I couldn't be happier with how far we've come. read more

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1) What prompted you to seek profession help for you and your dogs? After about a year and a half of getting along perfectly fine, my two female terrier mixes started acting aggressively towards each other, and even got into a fairly serious dog fight. After speaking to a couple of trainers and pet stores, I spoke to Allie who immediately made me feel confident that she could help us through our situation. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Yes and Yes! The first few people I reached out to said that we would definitely have to rehome one of our girls. Allie gave us a simple plan to follow to help us understand and address any future aggressive behaviors that our dogs may have towards one another. Allie was more than just a dog trainer the entire time. She trained myself and my partner to know what to look for and what to do in situations that could easily escalate between the dogs. We never felt rushed or inadequate. She made sure our work with our dogs was on point before we moved on to the next phase of training. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used? Yes. My dogs were always comfortable with the methods that we used for dog training because Allie taught us to make everything extremely predictable for them. My dogs were never mistreated or taken by surprise with what they were doing. They know their commands, and they know what we are looking for when we give those commands. On top of that, my dogs LOVE Allie and going to training with her. She is known as "Teacher Allie" to my girls, and they always get so excited when we mention her name. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Yes. As I mentioned before, the dogs were never caught off guard with anything we did because Allie's dog training method was predictable for them. The same can be said for us as their owners. Allie was always really honest and transparent with what we needed to do better and what we were doing really well. She also puts the dogs safety first above all other things. Even though we were in a tricky situation with our dogs acting aggressively towards one another, Allie made sure that we addressed the situation before it escalated in a fair and humane way before either one of them got hurt. 5) Allie at Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? This is honestly such an understatement. Allie went so far above and beyond what most dog trainers are willing to do to help us through our situation. She talked to us about what our role was in the dogs acting aggressively. She taught us how to be fair and loving while keeping high expectations for our girls. She also taught us so much about canine nutrition and health. Our dogs were always on the slightly heavy side, and as soon as Allie gave us input on their diet and their eating habits, both of our girls dropped to a "perfect weight" according to their doctor. We got so much more than training for Allie, we revamped our dogs entire lifestyle and they have really never been happier or healthier. Also, theres so much variety for classes you can take. There are personal classes, all sorts of awesome group classes, and social classes that are all equally beneficial to make you and your dog a well-rounded team. She is also always available to her clients by text, phone call, and video check-ins. I cannot recommend Allie and K9 Rogue Academy enough. read more

1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? I felt like I had no idea on how to even start training my dog Ringo. I read numerous articles and watched YouTube videos left and right, but I just felt more confused than ever. Ringo was pulling on walks and talking to me by barking at me I didn't know how to communicate with my best friend. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? It was so simple and I never felt like I was overloaded with information. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used? Ringo is a shy boy and Allie never forced us to do anything outside of his comfort zone. I felt extremely comfortable with Allie and her effort in educating us every step of the way. I like knowing why I'm doing whatever it is I'm doing and she made sure to explain the purpose of every drill. She prioritized Ringo's safety and happiness above all making it a fun process for all of us. Allie made me feel like there's a dog trainer in all of us. She encouraged us every step of the way. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Completely! And honestly, being the one to handle my dog the whole time, made the training so comfortable. I can truly say that being the sole handler really deepened ringo and I's relationship. I always thought we were close but now I couldn't imagine our relationship any other way. 5) Allie at  Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Allie turned my shy dude into a more confident version of himself so it's easy to say she went above our expectations of training. I thought hey if my dog can go on a walk without pulling me around then it's a success. Now Ringo can go on hikes off leash and run around safely while trusting me. Ringo and I are closer than ever and have a relationship built on trust. Allie definitely offers more than full service because now I understand my dog and that completely changed my mindset. If you want a trainer that educates you beyond sit and down, then work with Allie! She will give you a deeper appreciation of the process and give you knowledge you'll have for life. What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? Allie loves her job and she's so passionate about what she does. The fact that Allie is consistently learning and understands that there is no one particular recipe on how to train a dog separates her from other trainers. She tries to understand your dog and what may work for one dog may not work for yours. Allie understands that and treats your dog like the true individual they are! Allie let's their personality shine and it's a beautiful thing! To be able to see your dog be the happiest and most confident version of themselves without changing who they are deep inside, made this process so incredibly rewarding. Thank you Allie we got lucky having you in our pack! read more

1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? I started looking for professional help because I got a 6 week old Cane corso named Chewbacca. My dream dog since I was young has always been a Cane Corso I love how big and beautiful this breed gets. So when I turned 21 I went on a grand search to find my perfect fur baby. I found him but I realized that the older he was getting he was becoming very dominant in our relationship. I couldn't walk him because he would just pull,and if he saw another dog or person he would just want to bolt because he was scared. He also wouldn't listen to me at all I couldn't get him to sit or lay down or come. I knew I needed to get help because he was just getting bigger and it would be unsafe for me to take him out and let's just say he got away from me there would be no way of me getting him back. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Hell yes! My concerns were more than addressed. The training was simple and Extremely effective! Allie made it super easy with putting all of our trainings in a google doc. After each training she would update the google doc with homework that I would work on with Chewy. She would also attach articles and videos of the homework that she wanted us working on which made it super easy because I would go back and watch the video's. Allie is a foundation style dog trainer which means she focus on the handler and canine's relationship. I really appreciate this because she doesn't try to change who Chewy is. She has taught me to understand him and has given me tools so that I can be a better leader for him. She has also taught me about the Premack principle which is essentially replacing undesired behavior with desired behavior this allows for my fur baby to have his freedom, get my affection and some cookies for choosing to listen to me . 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used?  Yes! Chewy is extremely comfortable and happy with all the methods that Allie has chosen to use. Chewy is a sensitive big boy and Allie has been very kind and patient with him because he likes to take things slowly. Allie has made it possible for me to take Chewy out in public and have No Fear on how he's going to behave because of the relationship she has helped me create with him. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Absolutely with no doubt! Allie's training style has given me a relationship with Chewy. She has taught me how to interact with him where we both understand each other. We have very clear communication where he never has to be confused because he knows what I want. And he tries so hard to make me happy! My baby loves to work! If your dog is not following through with the training. It's most likely the handlers fault so your fault and not your dogs. If you listen to everything that Allie tells you and you do your homework I promise you this training will be successful and pay off! 5) Allie at  Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Yes Allie is the "Real Deal" she is an amazing trainer! She is always available and easy to get in touch with. I don't know what I would without her! Or how mine and Chewy's relationship would be. The reason why I went with Allie for training was because I feel like this field is male dominated. When I first started looking for a trainer all of them were males and they would ask me stupid questions like " why did I get a Cane corso ? and not a poodle because I am a small woman and they are powerful dogs." Or when I'm around him I need to make sure I show him that I am the dominant one and show him who's boss and that I'm in control for him to respect/ listen to me. All of this is bullshit because from training with Allie I haven't had to be dominant or show Chewy "who's boss"for him to respect or listen to me. Allie has taught me through trust, leadership and respect, Chewy is willingly choosing to be obedient and listen to me and it's beautiful! Now In current time Chewy is in Phase three work and is allowed to be let off leash at the park because I know if I recall him he will come! Because of Allie I get compliments all the time on how well my dog is behaved.Chewy and I plan on sticking with Allie forever! I can't wait until he turns 2 so that we can start protection work. read more

1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? I had my dog since she was a puppy and as soon as she matured (about age 2) my dog had behavior issues. She has noise sensitivity issues so she was always anxious at least 3 times per day. It progressed to severe anxiety to where she was no longer allowed to be by herself at the house since she would destroy it and escaped at Least 10 times in one year. My dog would bark, growl, and Bite us and I was getting so frustrated with her. I dealt with the aggression from her for 3 years causing so much scars on my body and daily crying! At age 5, I was forced to do something about it or else she would have been sent to the animal shelter for another family to take her in but I knew I did not have the heart to abandon her and would have regretted it my whole life, keeping in mind she is my first ever dog pet (50lb german shepherd mix). My family members would be fed up with her and would man handle her and smack her. I at one point would smack her with a pool noodle or newspaper to "discipline" her but that obviously made things worse. I took her in and she moved in with me thinking her aggression problems would diminish, but she was still the same. I found Allie through a business card and I can proudly say I have the best dog in the whole wide world. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? My concerns were 100% addressed plus MORE. You really get a whole understanding as to why your dog is the way they are from breed to behavior analysis. Allie really gave me the knowledge to help my dog. Reading my dog's behavior really helped with the way she was communicating with me so that her needs were met. The training is super simple yet effective! You just have to put in the effort, or else you will just be wasting everybody's time. You also have to trust the process. In the beginning, I had a lot of back lash from my dog because she was never trained before so she was not used to the leadership i was trying to establish. I eventually moved up to the higher phases of the training and my dog really understands her role as a dog, which in return boosted her confidence as a dog. Allie is awesome and she knows what she is doing, it is shown in her hard dedication and passion for dogs. I recommend her for any type of training/issue big or small. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used? My dog was happy and comfortable with the methods used. Abuse is never tolerated. Allie will train you so that you can train your dog. She will never handle your dog, you are always in control of your dog so you really get all the hands-on experience on properly handling your dog so that Allie can critique and help you improve your dog handling skills. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Training was always transparent and human. We really focus on the ethics of the dog training and Allie comes from a dog training support of people that really care and love dogs to live their full potential as dogs. As you train with your dog throughout the sessions, you really feel that strong human-dog bond relationship and it is the most beautiful feeling you will ever get in life. Especially if you're coming from an aggressive or 'misbehaved' dog. 5) Allie at Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Allie goes above and beyond to help you meet your goals as a dog trainer. She is respectful and experienced and will help you with any dog needs! She wants the best for you and your dog. What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? I just wish I started a lot sooner! read more

I just wanted to take a moment to share a little bit about how life with my dog has changed, since working with Allie. My Chloe is sweet and loving and driven. She is also extremely tenacious and curious, and for the first (many)months I thought she was too much for me. That I would never be able to walk her on a leash, that she would forever run me and my house, and that my family had made a huge mistake. I complained to Allie, I cried. I vented and downright refused to believe I had the coordination to do what Allie was trying to get me to do. I would never walk my dog like I saw other people. Constantly. I thought my Chloe was ignoring me, had no idea what I wanted. That I was failing. Allie told me different. She pointed out my wins, and showed me how to improve on my weaknesses. She kept pushing me to not give up. It's now been a year and training with Chloe has changed my life and has given me a drive and passion for helping pegs and their handlers to create mutually amazing relationships. Thank you Allie. For guiding us, supporting us, and for training me how to train Chloe. For giving me a new passion in life and showing me how much fun this is. I look forward to training Chloe and working with you for years to come. The possibilities are endless. read more

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1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? My sister and her dog Ringo had just started working with Allie, and my sister suggested I go with her to her sessions since I would be watching Ringo while she was at work during the day. When I mentioned that i had a dog of my own, Allie insisted I bring her along to the sessions, saying that she would be happy to help. My dog, Pfeiffer, was shy. She would often hide and avoid everyone at home, and was absolutely terrified of going outside and doing anything outside of her comfort zone. I knew I wasn't giving her the life she deserved, and I was ready to change that. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? Allie showed a lot of patience and persistence from the get go. She took my concerns and offered me the proper help and resources without making me feel overwhelmed or confused. She never bombarded me with too much information, and made sure to move slowly but gradually through training. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used?  Allie was always so mindful of how Pfeiffer was feeling, and always made sure to slow down or take a step back if we needed to. Pfeiffer is a sensitive gal, and Allie took that to heart. She made Pfeiffer's comfort and her feelings a priority every single session. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? Extremely. Whenever Allie would introduce a new piece of equipment or a new drill, she would explain thoroughly why we were using it, how it would be helpful, and how to use it properly. She never showed any kind of negligence or disregard for the health and safety of my dog. 5) Allie at  Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Absolutely. Allie was always a call or text away, and always made it known that she was there to help us with anything and everything. There were times where I felt like I felt doubtful in my ability to handle Pfeiffer, but Allie was always at the other end of a call ready to talk and troubleshoot. Having her as a constant resource was reassuring. What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? I could write a book of all the great things I have to say about Allie and it probably still wouldn't do her enough justice. Allie has a passion for her profession that is indescribable, and Pfeiffer and I are lucky to have found her. Allie's dedication is inspiring, and has transformed my attitude completely. It wasn't until we started training that I started seeing Pfeiffer, my best friend, for who she truly is. Allie encouraged me to understand Pfeiffer and her personality. To understand that she isn't stubborn or resentful, but tenacious, independent, and an incredible testament to her breed. The relationship Allie has helped Pfeiffer and I create is more than I could've ever asked for. My once timid and afraid Pfeiffer is now hiking, swimming, climbing playground equipment, and running free off-leash. All thanks to Allie and her commitment to helping us give our best friends the life they deserve. read more

1) What prompted you to seek professional help for you and your dog? I decided to seek professional help for my 5-month-old pit bull puppy, Mochi. I had been trying to train him on my own, but was starting to notice some behaviors that were out of my control. My puppy was starting to get dominant over me and my other dog, chewing everything in the house and digging up the yard. I also have another 6 year-old pit bull, Gunner, who I was having a hard time walking and taking him out of the house due to fear aggression. He had a lot of anxieties and would lunge at the end of the leash every time we passed another dog. At the time I contacted Allie, I was just looking for help for the puppy but Allie believes in a whole family approach and was willing to work with both dogs even though they had very different needs and personalities. 2) Were your concerns addressed? Was the training plan simple and effective? My concerns were addressed and then some. Allie went above and beyond explaining everything in a way that I completely understood. She would send me videos that outlined exactly what to do and how to adapt to things if my dog wasn't responding the way that I hoped. She was always available via text or call when I ran into any issues and troubleshooted everything with me at length. She created a google doc for me and my dogs that was super helpful so that I could look back at what we worked on and what my homework was for each dog. To be honest, Allie's style of training has completely changed my relationship with both of my dogs for the better. I have developed leadership and rapport with each dog and feel like they trust me, as a handler, so much more. Gunner was a very nervous, fear aggressive rescue dog and he's turned into this confident, obedient, amazing dog that I can finally enjoy taking out on walks. Allie once said that I rescued Gunner physically and now will rescue him emotionally and through the training, I was really able to do that. Mochi was a rebellious puppy who was trying to push the limits every chance he could get and now he's able to listen and respect me in a way that we can both enjoy our relationship. 3) Was your dog happy and comfortable with the methods used? My dogs were undeniably happy and comfortable with the methods used. Allie puts the dogs first in all training sessions. She is very aware of the dogs' body language and will put the dogs' feelings. Allie educated me on cueing into certain body languages that helped me ensure that my dog was comfortable and to know when they needed a break due to overstimulation. The dogs always get really excited when working with Allie and feel comfortable with everything that is asked of them. 4) Did you feel like the training was transparent and humane? The training was definitely transparent and humane. There are three phases of training that the dogs go through for each command and Allie makes sure that the dogs understand the commands prior to advancing the phases. The dogs are given the opportunity to clearly respond to each command in a transparent and humane way. The dogs understand what they are expected to do and this has been crucial in our leadership and relationship building. 5) Allie at Rogue K9 Academy Claims to offer FULL SERVICE training....did she? Allie definitely provided FULL SERVICE training. She guided me into what gear was appropriate for my dog, educated me on proper nutrition/food choices as well as adapted our training to my specific goals. She truly cares for my dogs and wants them (and me) to be successful. I would send Allie videos of me working with that dogs and she would reply with personalized feedback to help iron out any issues that I was having. She also offers group training events that have been amazing to put our training practice into real-life high stimulus situations that we can control for the dogs. What else (if anything) could you add to give a personal perspective on your overall experience? I would say Allie has gone ABOVE AND BEYOND for me and my dogs. You won't find a more compassionate, amazing and hardworking dog trainer than Allie. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who wants to have a better relationship with their dog. You won't regret it at all. read more

I was looking for a trainer to mainly help with my dog's aggression. I have a 5-year old Shih Tzu (Remy) that had episodes of biting and attacking people/dogs. The guidance Allie gave my dog and me was invaluable. It changed the connection and relationship I had with my dog in the best way possible. Allie made sure that I was informed as much as I could be about her teaching style which was amazing. Her training methods are based on a foundation that is humane and transparent which is hard to find when it comes to dealing with aggression! Each step of the way I saw progress and confidence grow in my dog that I never thought was possible. Best of all, my dog was having fun every session! I was blown away by the care and service that Allie gave since she was available through phone, text, video chat and basically, anytime I needed her! This made me feel like I was getting one-on-one care even outside of our in-person sessions which was fantastic. What I loved most is that Allie offered so many opportunities for learning such as group classes, pack walks, and fun events that have all been great for my dog! The results I got from working with Allie are far beyond what I expected. Allie genuinely has a passion for animals and the relationships that can be built between owner and companion. You will not regret your decision when it comes to looking for a dog trainer. I know that I found a trainer for life! read more

Allie is amazing! We adopted a Doberman puppy and immediately became overwhelmed with typical puppy behavior but x10. I started to doubt myself and our puppy. Allie taught our family training techniques that she takes a lot of pride in and at 5 months old we couldn't be happier with our "lambo" puppy. Thank you Allie for all your hard work!! read more