"I wanted to take Oscar to training just to fulfill the prerequisite for Agility. After all he knew sit, down and was pretty good at stay..or so I thought! I learned a wealth of knowledge in how to handle my dog in different situations. I really recommend that people take this basic class, even if they think their dogs know the basics. It is a class that fills in the gaps and really gives you and your dog a strong foundation."

Josie Ollinger and Oscar (Pug)

"The most helpful thing I learned from the basic class is, techniques for training and advice on everyday situations. CoCoa was 5 mths. old when we began this training class. She has progressed well, even though we had to miss 2 classes. She is calmer around other people and other dogs. She never forgets the training. The trainer gives easy to follow directions and straight forward advice. This honest approach gives you ways to train and work with your dog on training skills, as well as, advice that is helpful for first time dog owners."

Colette Barnes and CoCoa (Chocolate Lab)

"What I didn't realize is how much I would learn from our trainer Barbi. I have trained dogs, horses on and off most of my life. I learned how from my mother who loved animals as much as me. What I didn't know was how to train without force. Taking this class was new and very helpful to my training. In fact, this was a whole new concept for me. A concept of training that is very effective. I believe it was worth every cent is cost."

Rebecca Mysiuk and Samson

"When the class first began "Koah" would not listen and was very dominant. As the class progressed Koah learned to listen and remain obedient when in social situations."

Jeff Tillery

"Before training class I avoided taking "Guinness" for regular walks to our community pier for a swim. He was completely uncontrolled, pulling constantly. Through training I have learned how to manage basic controls over the dog and now am able to walk him nightly. This training has definately been worthwhile. We are now able to enjoy Guinness as we use to when he was a puppy. Thank you very much!"

Gary Paul

"The most helpful thing I learned from this program was Heeling and ways to stop [my dog] from biting and jumping."

Monique Bocock

I have a large shelter dog who at 5 months needed training. I took him to Barbi who worked with him for four Board and Train lessons. When I picked him up on the last day of training, he was a changed dog. He would come when I called him and would sit and lay down on command. All of this I was not able to make him do on my own. He was an abused dog, afraid of everyone and very nervous. After being with Barbi for about 30 minutes at our Consultation visit, he was loving her and kissing her.

I would Highly recommend Barbi to train your dog and solve any problems you are having.

Mary Parisi