I really appreciate the time you spent with Porkchop and the rest
of my family. You really helped the family learn some great techniques
to work with Porkchop. It has made a world of difference not
just for him but for all of us. We have a much healthier attitude
towards owning a dog. We were very frustrated before we met you. Now
armed with the skills we needed to train him we are having a lot
of fun working with him. I have bragged to everyone I know about some
skills he learned I never thought that would be possible. Thanks
for everything.
Heather & Porkchop (english bulldog), Hillsboro, OR
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On behalf of Robin, Oscar, and Maggie, we want to thank you for your outstanding service. You were not only professional in your service and communication, but also very punctual and reliable. You have taught us the techniques necessary to allow us to let our dogs be free, but also keep them within our boundaries.
Because of the success of your straightforward program, our dogs and the owners have learned the power of the positive reinforcement and an easy method of behavior modification. Your experience was clearly demonstrated with the success in our situation. We can't thank you enough and please feel free to use this email as reference to any future clients.
Russell,
Camas, WA
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I want to thank you muchly for your gentle spirit - you are one of the
good one's. I felt it right away at the mall and then especially the day
you were here; the way Sadie responded to you immediately. I will yell
help anytime I feel the need - You validated all I have read and been
told before and probably knew instinctively about how to "train"
a dog.
Donna
& Sadie (lab mix), Portland, OR

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Cynthia and
I spoke for about a week before she came to my home. She asked many
questions about Ducatti's behavior, personality, lifestyle and what we
wanted the outcome to be from our session with her. She also left the door
open for me to add information at any time. Her follow up has been just as
thorough, again leaving an opportunity for me to contact her as
needed.
A key item was getting a emergency recall on my little girl. She likes to
run around the front yard (the back yard is not suitable for this type of
play), but this happens to be off a busy street. She typically stays in
the yard, but if she sees something more interesting, she is off like a
shot. This worried me very much because she could easily be hit by a
passing car, or attacked by a big dog that she thinks she can be more
dominant than.
We practiced using a long line and another dog as what we
could call "bait", using key words and reinforcements she
taught. We have practiced since then and have had good results.
I didn't realize how important this would be until just
yesterday when she scooted out the door after me and headed down the
street. I wanted a "just in case" recall, I had no idea I would
need it so soon. I called her, no no, rather I screamed at her the command
line, and she came. I was shocked about how well this training method
worked. She was nearly under the tires of the car, and she came right
back. This was followed by much love, praise and me being so thankful that
Cynthia had taught us this command.
What I really enjoyed about the session was the time that
was taken to observe Ducatti. Her personality, reactions, and needs. There
are people that claim that they can train a dog, but not many can train
the owner, and really connect with all their clients at the same
time.
In our single session, Ducatti took to Cynthia very
quickly, I can say I have never seen her do this before. She needs a few
meetings to know she can trust someone, when she left Ducatti sounded like
a little bird (as we call it) as she watched her car go down the street.
This is something she only does with a select few in the family. After a
great meeting with her, this confirmed my feelings that she was able to
connect with Ducatti and truly make a lasting impact on her future.
Erica
and Ducatti (doxie), Canby, OR
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My wife and I had 3 two
hour training sessions with Cynthia. We have a Rotweiller named PJ.
Cynthia was very easy going and relaxed. She was punctual to the
appointments. Cynthia was also flexible with the times and days too. She
was nice, courteous and respectful to us and PJ. All of our questions were
answered too. Follow ups from the previous training session happened that
night or the next morning. Cynthia really cares and has a passion for what
she does. I admire these qualities and look for it in any aspect of doing
business in life. She is wonderful with dogs and an all around great
person to know too. We are also doing better with our cute adorable
Rottweiler PJ.
Sam and
Lorena, St Helens

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Cynthia is
very fluent in human and dog, she taught us both fast and well. She is a
great teacher, (we put that to the test), we were lucky to find her.
David &
Segue (boxer mix), Hood River, OR
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Cynthia has
literally made our lives easier with her skillful, patient training of
Miss Madison, our 3.5 year old miniature schnauzer. Madison was
anxiety ridden and a little ADD if you ask us. With Cynthia's
trained insight we realized what Madison was going through and how we
could make a difference. When we first met Cynthia Madison was a
barking mess of energy which we could not take out on even a simple walk
around the block without being pulled or being in a confrontation with any
human, beast or vehicle coming toward us. We now have a dog that we
can take to a park without fear that she will create a situation where we
have to break up a dog fight. We can walk with her without her pulling us
wherever she wants to go. She can sit (even on concrete which was an
issue), lay down, halt her barking and even interact with other dogs in a
friendly way. Thank you Cynthia for sharing your knowledge, time and
talent to achieve the goals we set out. Best of luck in your future.
Karen, Deb
and Miss Madison, Portland, OR
