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4.7 (35 reviews)
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I have a 15lb white female American Eskimo mix named Chloe who has had some behavioral issues that I did not know how to manage. She would be fearful and overly submissive. Shaking and panicking during a ride in the car. Quick to flee out the front door when given the chance where she'd run up to people and bark scaring them and make me late for work. Upon meeting another dog she would roll over and show her stomach. I knew that this was a sign of surrender and I did not see in her the confidence that I had seen in other dogs I had owned in the past. I also found walking her on the leash a struggle. She would either be sidewalk surfing or lurching at other dogs on leash. I contacted Kirsten and she started doing training walks with her three times a week. I also met with Kirsten on a weekend to work on Chloes escaping the front door when she found a chance. Chloe's behavior is now balanced and calm. Kirstens working with Chloe and education for me has resolved or greatly improved the issues Chloe was having and now she's a much calmer dog. I highly recommend working with Kirsten if you are having similar experience.

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Thank you for the kind words. I wish you guys all my best!

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Thank you, Saill. You and your family were a delight to work with!

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Thank you, Katie! Bug was a lot of fun to work with!

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Thank you, Mira. Pudding was a lot of fun to work with!

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Thank you, Sherry! I'm glad that things continue to go well!

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