Perfect Manners Dog Training

03/02/09

Owner and Dog Get Trained

by cajst at Citysearch

If your cute puppie is turning into a dominating teenager, Perfect Manners Dog Training is for you. Sandy Finley saved our household from turning into a battle zone as our dog began to defend spaces that she had claimed as her own including the dishwasher and door openings. After one lesson, our dog was already becoming a new dog. The one who needed training the most was me - I needed to understand how to give commands properly and how to consistently enforce them. Sandy did an excellent job of explaining the way dogs think and of encouraging me to work with the dog in a new way. Our dog respected him from the beginning and quickly learned new behavior in the way he presented it to her.

We now have a good working relationship with our dog and enjoy her as a member of the family - all due to the benefits of this training.

• Pros: Convenience, Consistency in home environment
• Cons: none

09/29/08

Amazing Dog Training

by DiCummings at Citysearch

I have a six-month old Wheaten Terrier who, at four months, became terrified to leave our yard. At first, we tried to coax him with treats and comfort him to try to build his confidence. Nothing worked. Finally, in desperation, I contacted Sandy and Perfect Manners Dog Training. During the initial phone interview, I explained my frustration, and he asked me alot of questions that didn't seem related to the problem. He visited our home and spent alot of time discussing our situation with my husband and I. Then he took our pup out by himself to "hear his side of the story". Ten minutes later, I looked out the window and saw Sandy and my formerly terrified dog walking down the street together. He then turned the leash over to my husband and I and incredibly we were able to walk our dog for the first time in two months. He stayed right at our side and since that day, we've enjoyed many long walks together.

Sandy has a very calm, confident approach, which works wonders building confidence in the dog and owner. I highly recommend him to anyone with behavior issues. He was a pleasure to work with and I would not hesitate to contact him again if other problems develop.

• Pros: Great training for both the pet and owner. In-home service.
• Cons: None

07/18/08

Worth every penny

by EJQ at Citysearch

We've had one chihuahua for about eight years and just adopted another one 2 months ago. Both just about choke themselves on the leash when encountering other dogs and/or passersby and go nuts at the doorbell. Sandy came out and did his thing and within 15 minutes my dogs were walking at a heel and not even worrying about who was near. He also got them to stop going crazy @ the door bell within the first 5 minutes of his visit. The real test came after he left and it was time for the nightly walk. Same thing again! Walking at my heel not even flinching at passersby.

If your having issues with your dog, do yourself a favor and call Sandy. I don't agree with the other reviewer's opinion on the service being pricey as the stress we had in certain areas with our dogs was taken away in less than an hour.

• Pros: comes to your home and answered my questions over the phone with no pressure to schedule an appointment
• Cons: none

05/19/08

debutante-ready dogs

by gomammago at Citysearch

My puppy is wonderful, loving and playful -- but also willful, spirited and energetic to a point where she regularly caused trouble in the house and annoyed other people and pets with her antics. Nothing I did or said would make her listen to me and stop her bad behavior. But, along came Perfect Manners and now I have an amazing relationship with my dog! With just four lessons, my dog finally understands what's expected of her and has become a "model dog citizen." In fact, when I take her for walks, everyone who passes remarks "what a good dog," "wow, I can't believe how well trained she is..." The regulars at the dog park -- who had frequently seen my dog at her worst -- couldn't believe the transformation after Perfect Manners worked its magic. Their jaws just dropped when they saw how well she now listens even in an environment full of distractions. I am so proud of my pup and how far she's come in a short time -- and I am so thankful that I called Perfect Manners! I loved working with Sandy and I couldn't believe how quickly my dog learned. I highly recommend this training to any pet owner. I am really enjoying the time I spend with my dog and am proud to show her off after her successful "graduation" from Perfect Manners training.

• Pros: in-home training customized to your needs

07/26/07

Perfect.....Is only the beginning

by carrie210 at Citysearch

There is nothing to say about this service or Sandy that can't be summed up in one word....Perfect!!

05/25/07

Simply Amazing

by jayeyen at Citysearch

My out of control lab had been to obedience class and flunked. I decided to call a pro and tried Perfect Manners Dog Training. The trainer had my dog obeying commands and listening to me in 10 minutes. Something I had not been able to do in 4 years! It's like I have a new dog. This was the best money I ever spent. I highly recommend this service.

• Pros: Almost instant results, friendly and extremely knowleable trainer
• Cons: kind of pricey, had to wait long time to schedule the trainer