Lynn is amazing! We rescued 2 golden retriever mix sisters who had a rough start to life about a year and a half ago. These girls were never socialized & we had no idea what we were doing but Lynn handled us all with the utmost respect & true kindness. We all learned so much & the girls are now thriving. Thank you Lynn! read more

Lynn has provided massage services for my dogs for almost a year. She brings a calm energy to each session which allows my pups to relax and enjoy the massage. I love that she lets them sniff and choose which essential oil she uses on them. The spa music she plays while they are getting their massage adds to the relaxing atmosphere. My dog Raimi loves to see Lynn arrive at our door. She also wants to go home with her when the massage is over! I have seen a benefit from the massages, especially since my pups play hard and do agility. Lynn is very thorough in her massages and has alerted me to any problem areas on my pups that need further attention. In addition she provides notes following each session so you have a record of her visit and findings (if any). My pups and I love Lynn! Her passion for pups and their well being definitely shows in her interaction with my pups and the great massages they receive. read more

The Proficient Pup - Pet Training Near Me

Lynn came HIGHLY recommended to me, but I was too far out of her service area. She scheduled an appointment to speak with me even though she knew we couldn't work together because she wanted to make sure I was knowledgeable about the different styles of training and get a little more information to refer me to someone who could help with my dog's needs. Lynn spent almost an hour on the phone supporting my process, confirming what I thought I knew, but because it's been so difficult rescuing this pup, I was going to go against what I knew deep down to get quicker results. She had nothing to gain, but invested so much time to make sure I had all the information I needed. Plus, a few priceless tips to get us by. I was about to make a terrible decision, but I feel so informed now. I'm eternally grateful for her expertise and guidance, without even working with her. Thank you, Lynn!!! read more

This dog training service is new and just getting off the ground. Owner and trainer Lynn Webb knows her stuff and is absolutely great with her clients' dogs. She encourages reward-based, positive training and teaches her human students how to train their dogs to have "good manners" (in greeting, walking, staying, leaving something alone, etc) through positive reinforcement. Very effective teacher. Small class sizes. My dog learned a lot. More importantly, I did too. read more

The Proficient Pup - Pet Training Near Me

I could not express in words how grateful I am for having Lynn at Proficient Pup as my trainer. When we first adopted our dog Atlas, he was scared of the sound of his own footsteps. We had tried sessions with other trainers and did not like their training methods. Let me save you some time. If you are looking for an excellent trainer with certifications who is patient, understanding, concise and a great teacher who uses positive reinforcement, go with Lynn at Proficient Pup. 2 months later, it's as though I have a completely different dog. He has found his confidence thanks to Lynn. If you want a TL;DR, stop searching. Lynn is the perfect trainer and you don't need to look any further. If you want a more detailed review, continue reading. Teaching Ability: Lynn is a great teacher. She's also certified (this is important. I've hired trainers who had no certifications and it was BAD. Do your research.). She knows how to explain things in layman's terms. She doesn't just train your dog, she trains you as well. With her guidance, you will learn how to read your dog's behavior and body language. She will break down how to analyze situations and teach you to spot the reason your dog is acting the way they are. She will then teach you how to break the training into small steps that are easy for your dog to follow. This means that you won't feel helpless if new problems occur. You will learn how to use deductive reasoning with your dog. Why is this helpful? It gives you the confidence and ability to start solving problems with your dog, even after all the training sessions are over. Some trainer's come over just to train the dog. When they leave, you haven't learned anything... you'll always need their help. Lynn, on the other hand, helps you become a better and more confident dog owner, which in turn, helps your dog become a better and more confident dog. Personality: Very friendly! It felt like I had a friend coming over each lesson. She was easy to talk to and I was never afraid to ask questions. Very comfortable. Patience: Lynn has the patience of a saint. There were a few times where our dog just wasn't getting it. She worked with him until he understood without getting angry or aggravated. There were times where we didn't get it either. She was patient then too! She understands that we are all human. Flexibility: Great scheduling flexibility. There were a few times we were late for the appointment or needed to reschedule; She was able to work with us every time. Price: You get what you pay for. Lynn's pricing is very fair and comparable to what I have paid for other trainers. Great price and quality service. She is definitely worth the money. Don't skimp when it comes to quality dog training. There is a reason some dog trainers are really cheap. Post Training: Have a bad memory? Me too. What's great about Lynn is that after every session, she emails you a review of what you went over. It includes A LOT of detail... seriously, A LOT. I don't understand how she has enough time to write these for all her clients, but she does! Great attention to detail. They are an awesome reference for when you realize you accidentally zoned out for a few minutes and missed something. These on their own are invaluable. It's also nice to look back on and see how your dog has grown since the beginning of the training Communication: Excellent. If I had a question in between sessions, I could email, text, or call her at any time. This extends to after you have completed all your lessons as well. If you've gotten this far in the review, I'm sure you've already made up your mind. I cannot recommend Lynn highly enough. I mean, look at the review I just wrote! Lynn, if you are reading this, thank you so much. You have made our lives so much easier and I don't know what we would have done without you. read more

Lynn did a great job training our new dog, Bailey and me. I had Lynn give a few private training sessions at my home. She uses positive reinforcement and a reward system that worked quite well. After she taught me how it works I was able to work with Bailey on my own using Lynn's techniques. It was rewarding for all involved. I highly recommend The Proficient Pup and Lynn Webb. read more

This is a FABULOUS class. Lynn is highly skilled in helping us help our dog learn what she needed to learn in this class. Not surprisingly, the training is really focused on the humans. WE need to be the ones to learn what we need to do to support and love our animals into the behavior we appreciate. Definitely worth every penny we spent on this class. Thanks Lynn! read more

Lynn is kind, knowledgeable, extremely well-educated on the science of dog training, and also excellent at teaching people! I would highly recommend her to anyone whose dog is having some troubles. I adopted my German shepherd-cattle dog-American bully mix from the shelter with no knowledge of his background. I figured out pretty quickly I had 75 pounds of energy and dog reactivity on my hands and quickly panicked. "How do I fix this!?" Lynn was there to help- you don't "fix" it, you help the dog change the emotions that lead to the the behaviors! In my case, this was intense lunging, barking, and pulling strong enough to take me with him any time he got a hint of a dog. She gave me tools I have used over and over to help support him in many scenarios. In fact, I waited a few months to write this review to tell you honestly how her training style "worked." I have learned (thanks to Lynn) that training doesn't "work" or "not work", it is a work in progress! The skills I learned from her have greatly improved: barking at/chasing the vacuum, barking at strangers, attacking the TV, anxiety in the house, and yes, freaking out at any dog anywhere. There is still more to do, but he is so much better (and happier!). Hire Lynn if you want to build a strong, trusting relationship while helping your dog. read more

Lynn is an excellent trainer. My wife and I brought our dog in for a series of small group training sessions for fearful and anxious dogs. Lynn has an intimate understanding of how dogs think and feel, and she communicates this well to everyone. The practical reward-based training she taught has allowed our dog to become more comfortable in stressful situations such as encountering other dogs or new people. We also appreciate Lynn's kindness, and I'm sure the dogs do too! read more

Lynn was absolutely amazing with my high energy 2.5-year-old goldendoodle, Romeo! Lynn stayed with Romeo for 10 days while we were overseas and trained him each day. We chose Lynn because we believe in her positive training approach and we trust her, completely. Lynn has the patience of a saint, and it is clear that she genuinely enjoys dog training, is extremely well versed, professional, and takes immense care and pride in her work. She had prepared a detailed training plan before she arrived, and it reflected all of our top training priorities. She was diligent about reporting out to us with detailed notes after each day of training, and she even sent us videos so that we could clearly see the progress she and Romeo were making together. Romeo immediately adored Lynn and responded well to her training style. We saw numerous positive changes in his behavior after just 10 days. Before Lynn's training, Romeo could not see a squirrel, bunny, deer or dog pass by at any range without squealing, barking, lunging, pulling on his leash, and/or rearing up on his hind legs in excitement. He greeted people by jumping up on them and licking their faces (he once accidentally knocked my husband's front tooth out during a particularly enthusiastic greeting!). After 10 days of training with Lynn, Romeo has learned to "say hello" by tapping the person's fist with his nose, with all four paws on the ground! We take Romeo on 10k trail walks every morning and, since working with Lynn, he has been able to walk past dozens of squirrels, some deer, bunnies, and other dogs on the trail without barking, squealing lunging, or rearing up. But, the very best part of Lynn's training was everything she taught us (Romeo's humans) and the resources she left us with. We understand so much more about Romeo and his behaviors, and we are better equipped to reinforce Lynn's training and do right by our dogs. I wholeheartedly recommend Lynn and The Proficient Pup! read more