Calm on Command K9

Rosie and RJ are truly magicians. I was having a difficult time managing my 6-year-old Golden, Goose, in a variety of situations. He is very high-anxiety, incredibly stubborn, at times reactive to other dogs, etc. and these behaviors coupled with my lack of control were making everyday life difficult for both of us. I started with private lessons with Rosie because I had a lot of anxiety about board-and-train programs. Between Goose not being crate trained due to his confinement anxiety and my admittedly unhealthy attachment to him, I was pretty convinced a board and train just wasn't for us. After only a few sessions with Rosie I trusted her completely. I knew Goose would be a great candidate for the program and, more importantly, that Rosie and RJ would make sure he felt safe and comfortable while in their care. Sending him was truly one of the best decisions I could have made for both Goose and me. Rosie and RJ didn't just work with him to address the behaviors that were making it difficult for us to enjoy our days together, they worked just as hard with me to make sure I understood what Goose needed from me and had the tools and confidence to maintain everything he had learned. The biggest difference is that Goose is SO much happier now. He gets to safely enjoy off-leash freedom, is calmer and more confident, and respects boundaries both at home and on walks. Things I had genuinely believed just weren't possible for him are now part of our everyday life. He also is down to a healthy weight because he no longer fights his walks or activities. What I appreciate most is that they never tried to change who Goose is. He's still my stubborn, goofy, opinionated dog, he just has the structure and confidence to navigate the world so much more successfully. I can't adequately express how grateful I am to Rosie and RJ for what they've done for him and for me, which has continued after the program concluded. If you're nervous about trusting someone with your dog, especially a dog who has anxiety or more complicated behavioral needs, I truly cannot recommend them enough.

Let me paint you a picture. You’re walking with your two 9 year old dogs— one of whom is reactive (Tommy) and one of whom is reactive and also batshit crazy (Phoebe). You see another dog, minding their own business across the street. Tommy (pit bull mix) starts lunging and barking, and Phoebe (Frenchie goblin) lunges once, and then immediately redirects onto Tommy—lunging, barking, and sometimes even biting him. So you are now trying to keep both dogs away from the innocent third dog/out of the street while simultaneously having to keep both of your dogs away from each other, all while they’re pulling and barking like crazy. We went on like this for years, always saying we should really train them but never bringing ourselves to invest the money. Well, let me tell you, it has been worth every penny, and I am kicking myself for not doing it sooner!! RJ and Rosie gave us the tools to effectively communicate with our dogs. Tommy and Phoebe are now totally chill on the walks, and can even be calm in an elevator with other dogs!! I really couldn’t believe it at first, given their old age and how ingrained their bad behaviors were. We had tried one trainer before finding RJ and Rosie, who was more expensive but totally ineffective. RJ and Rosie are the real deal. I seriously cannot recommend them enough.

Our dogs are nine years old. A Frenchie and a plott hound, both of them a disaster on leash. One dog across the street and the walk was over. We had accepted that this was just who they were. Rosie and RJ did not accept that. They listened first. Asked about our building, our block, our schedule, what we actually needed the dogs to be able to do. Then they built the training around our real life instead of handing us a templated program. The dogs listen now. They don't pull. They check in with us on walks instead of scanning the street for a target. They can meet other dogs. They come with us to places we would never have risked taking them last year. Nine years old and they changed. So did we!! Plus, Rosie & RJ are such a pleasure to be around. They genuinely care about every dog they train, and we feel so grateful for helping us learn the tools that make it possible for our dogs to live richer lives.

I can’t say enough about how wonderful it was to work with Rosie and RJ. Our dog, Mira, came to us from a shelter. Underweight, hyper, no leash or house manners. We had 3 cats already and I was in over my head trying to train Mira how to be a good housemate and companion. Luckily I found Calm on Command K9, watched some of their reels on Instagram, read their entire website, and immediately requested a call. Rosie and RJ were honest, forthright, and confident that they could help. Mira went to board and train for almost 5 weeks. Rosie and RJ went above and beyond to make sure I had the right expectations and was prepared to reinforce and continue training at home. Mira is now a happy family member, doesn’t chase our cats, walks so pleasantly on leash, sleeps all night in her crate, and is just all around a joy. If you choose to train with Calm on Command you’re not just getting dog training, you’re getting ongoing support. They are always happy to answer our questions. If I could give 10 stars, I would.

rosie and rj totally changed me and my pups lives for the better :) my dog basil struggled with reactivity towards dogs and people that included lunging and barking to the point where it was difficult to take her places and she was very anxious almost all the time. after the 6 week boot camp (which they very graciously extended to 7 weeks to accommodate basils needs and my schedule) basil is a completely different dog. she is so polite, much less anxious, and incredibly good at controlling her impulses to react to her triggers. not only did they train her but they trained me! and continue to support us after training by addressing any questions or concerns I have about basils training. there is no other option for dog trainers in my opinion, rosie and rj are the real deal and I would recommend them to anyone :)