Pamela Rizzo with Clover (July 2011)
"Recall workshop June 2011. Wow where do I start! I attended as a spectator without my dogs and found it to be very informative, the exercises taught were easy and very affective. We learnt the importance of a strong bond between dog and owner is essential for both and how to enhance what we already have in place. A must that I think all dog owners should attend. Kimberly gives her usual 100% plus, to both dogs and owners. An inspiring, fun, tiring 4 hours but definitely worth it. I have now booked my two 10 month old dobermann pups on the next courses, I recommend to all. Dress for all weathers to get down, wet and dirty! You have been warned!!"
Sue Hayes with Rollo & Izzy (June 2011)
"Ollie , an Airedale, was 18m old when he came to us as a dog in need of re-homing as he had , literally, outgrown his original family who had given up on him . Neglected rather than abused he had socialisation problems and lacked any self control.
We began a one to one programme with Kimberley gradually moving onto attending obedience classes to gain control and help him around other dogs. He was so extreme we had to sit 50' from the class and week by week crept nearer and nearer, eventually joining in with the others.
With Kimberley's expert techniques, patient kindness and understanding of both dogs and people we now have a loving, content, sociable dog who is as obedient as an Airedale will ever be (we've had Airedale's for 20 years and he's now the best behaved of them). He even manages agility classes, no mean feat for a less than talented breed.
I thoroughly recommend Kimberley. Listen to her, do as she says and there is a future for those problem dogs.
I wouldn't like to imagine where Ollie would be without her."
Louise Watson with Ollie (May 2011)
"As first time dog owners, we were a little nervous - especially as we had chosen a Chow, which is a breed commonly recognised as being hard to train. Kimberly has been a tremendous support to us, from visiting the house before we got the puppy to make sure we had everything we needed through to obedience training. Using a combination of one to ones and classes, our dog is now a pleasure to walk, responsive to all the basic commands and can even be let off lead. This is no small achievement for a very strong and stubborn Chow and his inexperienced owner. And, most importantly, both of us found training with Kimberly fun!! "
Tanya Pepin with Moose
"Kimberly's professional but down to earth manner makes training fun whether it is with adult dogs or puppies. She always has "new" ideas to try (sometimes they may seem a little crazy !) but they REALLY DO WORK !
She has a great understanding of dogs and reads their body language perfectly.
Kimberly communicates her ideas and advice well and she is great at motivating people to work with their dogs to establish a better relationship between owner and dog."
Wendy Bidley with Tia and Mawgan
"I am owned by a six year old Irish Terrier, Jamey, and a three year old Grand Bassett Griffon Vendeen called Bollinger. Both these dogs are lucky enough to have been to many of Kimberly's obedience classes.
Kimberly is brilliant at what she does and equallly good with the dogs as well as the people." Jane Ambler with Jamey and Bollinger
"Just to tell you that Kimberly has worked absolute wonders on our dog. After one week I was amazed at how fast she was learning and I persisted in using every bit of info Kimberly gave to me. When I felt I wasn’t getting anywhere Kimberly was always available to chat to.
I would never have known how to successfully train Etti in a short space of time and how to decipher different types of body languages- without the dedicated help of Kimberly.
" Anna and Mark with Etti (Finnish Spitz)
"Lara and I were in training with Kimberly for several highly enlightening months, during which time her skill and devotion to her job have literally transformed my dog; many of Lara’s problems seemed insurmountable were lessened with every session with Kimberly. Lara can now participate in some social canine activities. This is nothing short of a miraculous for a dog which only a few short months ago become so distraught at the sight of other dogs it resulted in aggression.
If ever anyone has found their true vocation in life it is Kimberly; whose patience and understanding of the canine mind has meant Lara and I now have hope of less distressing experiences and can start to enjoy walks together."
Mrs Tracey Proud and Lara (German Shepherd Cross)
"Several trainers later and I still did not feel I was getting the support I needed. Then, I found Kimberly. She has been great. I think she has trained me rather than Santa, but she has taught me to work with the dog he is, not the one I think he should be, or one I am embarrassed by when he does not behave! She has got to know me, Santa, and our home environment - the way we live and work together. And that is what she has worked with. She has given me the confidence to understand my dog and appreciate him to the full. She has obviously researched the breed and combines her experience and knowledge.
Most importantly, she is always these to answer a question, and does not give up. I feel fully supported and cannot stress how important that is."
Debra Winterson and Santa (Spanish Water Dog)
"We have taken our Golden Retriever, Tramp to three lots of classes with Kimberly and she has gone from being the class bully to a well-behaved lovely pet. Kimberly makes the training fun for both owners and pets and her helpful hints have proved invaluable to us."
Diane and Dennis Gotts with Tramp (Golden Retriever)
"I am very proud to say I have seen remarkable progress with my 18 month old Boxer. We have enjoyed the classes so much we are about to sign up for more. The classes are very well structured and great fun, by being small classes I feel you get the individual attention that is required to train well and get the most from your dog. The simple yet effective method Kimberly applies can be easily adapted.
Walks are no longer a nightmare and are so much more enjoyable now Ike feels more confident and secure and I am more in control. I can’t thank Kimberly enough and would highly recommend her as a trainer."
Sarah Jewsbury and Ike (Boxer)
Association of Professional Dog Trainers
Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors
Centre Of Applied Pet Ethology
