BlueDog

I recently rescued a dog from Mississippi, knowing the dog had a rough start at life, was prepared for some behavioral issues/responses… however, after a few days at home and some not so great encounters with my other dogs…. I reached out to BlueDog for training, and wow…. I am so glad I did !! my initial phone appointment with Nicole (one of the trainers) was amazing…she not only listened to my observations about the behavior… she started to build a plan, and gave me solid next steps to implement in my home right away! Her recommendation of setting up a double barrier to allow the dogs to see each other in a safe manner and on their terms was game changing!! ( I added pictures to reference the double barrier for reference) We just completed our 1st training in person training today….and

My dog has had trouble with resource guarding. In the past 2 years, he has had to have 2 major stomach surgeries after swallowing objects that he got a hold of. When we reached out to Blue Dog, our primary goal was to prevent resource guarding to keep him safe. We’ve been working with Nicole who had changed everything. After just a few sessions, we started seeing results. And after only 5 sessions, our dog was very consistently “dropping it” when he would get something. What I love the most is that Nicole makes everything a fun and rewarding game. There are no punishments with her training. Our dog genuinely enjoys all the games and trainings we do with him. You can tell he gets really excited and has positive associations with everything related to his training. I can’t recommend Blue Dog

I have been so impressed by all of the trainers at Bluedog. There are so many different classes and offerings (i.e. 1-1, group, socialization with other dogs) that anyone is bound to find what they need. I have seen a major improvement in my dog and they've taught me a lot, too. I've looked at other places and haven't seen anyone else offer unlimited classes per month as well which is a major plus.

I had a zoom call consultation with trainer “Nicole” which was shockingly disappointing. I was requesting consultation because I’m having trouble integrating two of my dogs with a new puppy. I had to fill out a 19 page Google document in advance of the consultation, which also cost me $100. Nicole was immediately dismissive and lacked any empathy for my situation at all. I told her that I had cancer and I recently decided to get the puppy and her response to me was would I consider giving the puppy back… that was in the first 60 seconds of the conversation. She then proceeded to discourage me from even taking on the training because it was going to likely take a tremendous amount of time and money in order to overcome my situation, if even possible. The consultation was over the phone, not

I cannot say enough good things about the training we have been receiving at Blue Dog! We have a three year old, female, Scottish Terrier whose reactivity was becoming more and more of a problem. Our trainer Jess suggested we use Control Unleashed games to engage her mind and redirect her energies. I've had Scotties for 35 years and anyone who knows and loves a Scottie has encountered their supreme skill for 'selective listening'! I was willing, if skeptical! At our second private training session, Jess taught us "Whiplash Turns" and "Touch". Our girl, Purl, responded to the new games and mastered them with ease! In all honesty, learning those two foundation elements saved two of my dogs within 24 hours of class. The following evening, at the end of the workday we had workmen close, but