Exceptional Canines In-Home Dog Training

We can't say enough great things about Ingo and how instrumental he's been in training our dog Kenzie (and us). Kenzie is a 2 year old German Shepherd who went through a fear period as a puppy and just never recovered. It seemed like every little thing in her environment would set her off. When we met Ingo, fear of the environment around her was causing Kenzie to spiral and we weren't sure what to do. Ingo's training focused on Kenzie's psychology and helping to rebuild her confidence. We've been working on Kenzie's behavior consistently for 6 months and we've seen massive improvement from when we first started with Ingo's plan. During our super session with Ingo, Kenzie barked at him for at least 25 minutes inside the house and never settled down. Recently, Ingo came in our home and that barking had been reduced to 1-2 minutes and he was able to engage and pet her, while also freely moving around the house. Kenzie still has nervous tendencies, however, it's much more manageable and Ingo's techniques help to keep those behaviors in check. We're very grateful for Ingo! If you're looking for a trainer who understands dog psychology and you want to see behavioral change in your dog, we can't recommend Ingo enough!

I can’t say enough good things about Ingo from Exceptional Canines! Our 14-week-old Husky/German Shepherd mix, Kaya, is incredibly smart… and incredibly stubborn. We were starting to feel overwhelmed, but after just one 2.5-hour session, we left feeling hopeful and excited instead of frustrated. What amazed me most was how quickly Kaya trusted him. Within about 30 minutes, he had gone from being a complete stranger to “Uncle Ingo,” and she absolutely loved working with him. Ingo was patient, kind, and so knowledgeable. He didn’t just train Kaya—he taught us how to understand her better and showed us techniques that actually fit into everyday life. Even better, we started seeing positive changes immediately after the session ended. It’s clear that he genuinely cares about helping both dogs and their families succeed. If you’re considering training for your puppy or dog, I would recommend Ingo without hesitation. Thank you for giving us the confidence and tools to help Kaya become the amazing dog we know she can be!

We had our first training session with Ingo (“Uncle Ingo”) from Exceptional Canines for our very stubborn 14-week-old Husky/GSD mix, Kaya, and I honestly can’t recommend him enough. In just a 2.5-hour session, he completely changed not only how Kaya responded, but also how we, as her parents, understood and communicated with her. The biggest surprise was how quickly Kaya went from treating him like a complete stranger to happily following him around as “Uncle Ingo” in less than 30 minutes. Watching that transformation gave us so much confidence in his methods. What impressed me most was that this wasn’t about gimmicks or quick tricks. Ingo took the time to explain the “why” behind everything he was teaching us, making sure we understood how dogs think and how to be consistent. The advice was practical, easy to apply, and incredibly effective. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely understands dogs and knows how to teach both the dog and the owners, I highly recommend Ingo and Exceptional Canines. Thank you, Uncle Ingo—we’re looking forward to the next session!

After extensive research into dog trainers, I chose Ingo at Exceptional K9—and it was one of the best decisions I could have made. I had recently rescued a large, 71-pound dog who had gone more than 2.5 years without being socialized with people or other dogs. The first time I took him out, he barked aggressively and lunged at both people and dogs, nearly pulling me to the ground. He was also extremely reactive at home, aggressively barking at anyone who entered the house. I decided to invest in Ingo’s Super Session, and the results were remarkable. Throughout the session, Ingo worked closely with both me and my dog, helping us build confidence, trust, and a new level of communication. More importantly, he gave us practical tools and techniques that I could immediately continue using on my own. I spent the rest of that day and the following morning practicing what Ingo had taught us. The very next day, I had a couple of visitors come to my home. To my amazement, my dog remained responsive and relaxed, settling down within minutes of their arrival. The transformation was so dramatic that I joked it felt like someone had swapped my dog overnight. What impressed me most was that Ingo didn’t just train my dog—he taught me how to better understand and communicate with him. That knowledge has been invaluable. If you truly care about your dog and want to build a stronger relationship while creating a calm, well-behaved companion, I wholeheartedly recommend Ingo at Exceptional K9. Working with him is more than an investment in training; it’s an investment in a happier, more peaceful, and more enjoyable life with your four-legged family member.

We’ve had such a great experience with Ingo while working on socializing our dog Lucy. Lucy is very fearful and has low confidence, which we didn’t fully realize at first, but Ingo has been incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout the process. We’re currently focused on helping Lucy build confidence and feel more comfortable in new environments, and we’ve already started to see small but meaningful progress. The training sessions are clear, positive, and tailored specifically to Lucy’s needs. We truly appreciate the care and expertise and would highly recommend Exceptional Canines to anyone looking for compassionate and effective dog training.