FirstBarkGail was very helpful in getting Macho (and me!) up to speed with training. Down to me to keep it up now. Good training systems covering a number of obedience areas that all dogs should have. A few phone interruptions during training sessions that seemed a little unnecessary but we got the job done which is the main thing.
K9 Shrink LLC
Wellington, Colorado
About K9 Shrink LLC
K9shrink and Dr. Clark, Canine Behavioral Psychologist, author, accredited expert dog trainer for Ft. Collins area offers a balanced, positive, program for solving and preventing all dog behavior problems, including fearful, reactive, and aggressive behavior. Understand your dog's mind and learn positive communication and how to effectively reward your dog so your dog learns to listen even if you don't have a treat. Dr. Clark's unique dog and puppy training is easy to learn, effective, practical, people/dog friendly, and applies to any busy lifestyle.Train WITHOUT E-collars. No force training Choose GROUP CLASS or PRIVATE lessons.Large clean facility. Also, competitive dog show training classes available and online video/chat instruction.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
Behavior support
- Jumping up
- Reactivity training
How training happens
- Group classes
- In-home training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Advanced training Customer-reported
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Dog sports
- Rally obedience
Training approach
- Positive reinforcement
Other listed services
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- Behavior Therapy
- Canine Behavior Consulting
- Dog Behaviorist
- Dog Pack
- Dog Psychologist
- Dog Training Behavior Counseling
- Show Dog Trainer
- Show Dog Training
- Tips Training
- Undesired Behavior
- Us Training
- Dog behavior advice
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Customer reviews
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Mentioned in reviews
- Obedience 9
- Helpful team 8
- Private lessons 6
- Beginner classes 2
- Crate training 2
- Pet parent training 2
All 10 topics
- Pulling on walks 2
- Rally training 2
- Rescue dog training 2
- Small class environment 2
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After four private lesson my Whoodle would walk perfect inside for practice but was distracted outside to the point I could not walk her. My fifth lesson was what and how I was training her. We went to the park and Gail could see what I was doing and the correction helped me tremendously. I was more sure of my commands and Luna was a 100 % better. Gail is excellent in training both of us!
My dog has improved so much since taking these lessons. And I also have become a better dog handler and owner. Highly recommended.
I took a class from Dr Clark years ago, when I was a teenager, with my rescue puppy Sherman. Not only was he well behaved after going through class but he was well socialized, which was good cause he was built like a tank when he was full grown. Recently my mom got a rescue d…Read full reviewClose full review
I took a class from Dr Clark years ago, when I was a teenager, with my rescue puppy Sherman. Not only was he well behaved after going through class but he was well socialized, which was good cause he was built like a tank when he was full grown. Recently my mom got a rescue dog who is smart as a whip and likes to test boundaries. She tried to take the dog to a pet store class, but they just reinforced bad behaviors with treats. I told my mom to see if she could get in with Dr Clark who thankfully had an opening. It’s been great to hear how they’re on track now and the dogs behavior is improving and my mom is getting more confident with training. Dr Clark is the best!
Gail is great with my two year old Bull dog! I rescued him a few months ago and he quickly became reactive when out in public. Now he is much better behaved and great to walk or go in public with!
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