A Leg Up K9

I recently moved into the area and my living community is filled with dogs. I'd encounter them multiple times while out walking my large German Shepherd, Jax. Sadly, neighbors would steer clear of us on the walks because Jax would go nuts and admittedly looked like he wanted to eat their pups. He reacted similarly when seeing dogs out of the window of the house or the car. Of course, this was less than optimal for all involved (including Jax's own state of mind). Because of it and for safety reasons and added confidence, I muzzled and leashed him while walking and when visitors came into the house. It was always a process and always placed others ill at ease. And then I found Jake. Jax went in for the two week board and train with Jake and now is completely manageable on walks in the neighborhood, remains calm on his bed when dogs walk right by our patio window, and stays in his bed when visitors/delivery folks come into the house. I no longer feel like we're a nuisance in our neighborhood. I also received the added benefit from Jax's newly learned ability to heel that I can run and hike with him which is a huge bonus for both of us! Jake accomplished with Jaxson what I had been unable to do with previous training programs. It was hard to leave Jax for 2 weeks but definitely well worth it! Thanks to Jake for all of his help!

We brought our 6 month old Great Dane to A Leg Up K9. He liked to use his paws to get your attention, jump on us and pulled on the leash. We couldn’t ever let him be off a leash. He would never sleep in his cage and he would bark and whine ALL night. He was a different dog when he came home! He has slept in his cage every night and doesn’t make a peep now, is off leash all the time. Jake is very knowledgeable, patient and great with dogs. It was worth every penny!

We have been so pleased with the training our puppy received at A Leg Up K9!!! We were looking for a trainer that would train both our dog and us so that we could keep him safe and pleasant to play with, Jake delivered! We were concerned we would get a “robot” dog that had no personality but Higgins is as exuberant and playful as ever but with notable self control! Jake answered our endless questions and works with us to ensure we are confident in continuing our work with our dog!!!

Jake helped our family tremendously. Our 2 Pitbulls decided to get into a fight one day while I was home alone and 6 months pregnant. I was heartbroken thinking I had to get rid of a member of our family. Jake worked with both our dogs at his board and train. We got back completely different dogs. They are controlled and behaved. Our house is a home of order and control instead of chaos. I am forever thankful for Jake for helping our family.