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    The Mannered Mutt

    5.0 (21 reviews)
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    Dusty and Luna on graduation day! Thank you Alec for all your hard work!!
    Lisa F.

    Alec is a rare talent in the dog training world. After adopting a rescue dog who was nearly feral, we spent a year tying to find the right trainer to help us with him. Most didn't seem to truly understand what he was all about and just wanted to focus on obedience. But, the first time Alec met him, she knew he wasn't hopeless and that we could help him to live a more normal dog life. In the 6 months we've been working with Alec, this dog who had never been on a leash, out on a walk, or able to do anything normal dogs do, is now able to wear a lead, walk around the block and see the vet without freaking out. She's the first to realize that he's not an fearful dog for no reason: he has separation anxiety. With a diagnosis comes healing, and instead of trying to push this dog to be something he isn't, she's tailored our program to fit his needs and his abilities. We may have saved this dog's life by adopting him, but she's saved his quality of life by listening to him and giving him the gift of compassion. I can't recommend Alec enough! She's changed our lives in ways we only dreamed possible!!!

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    Hi-Have you ever worked with (stubborn) chihuahuas? Im trying to find someone who specializes in small, stubborn dog potty training who is willing to come to my house. Please advise.

    Of course, although I don’t like to call them stubborn, just confused. I need much more info before I can clearly understand your needs. There are several reasons dogs go potty inside. Any chance you can call or text? 661-904-3835

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    “We took our little nugget, our spoiled rotten 5 month old puppy to Alec for training and Alec is absolutely AMAZING!”

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