My EPIC Dog - Human and Dog Training

Judith is fantastic! As first time pet owners, we were really struggling from the start with our very reactive rescue Fiadh. We were seeing a lot of behavioral issues, particularly reactivity towards other dogs, small animals and even some people, incessant pulling on the leash, and a general lack of self-control during walks and social situations. Fiadh is 45lbs and very strong so naturally this caused us a lot of stress and even back pain trying to control her. We knew we needed some help, and luckily we managed to get come across Judith. Right from the very first session, Judith's knowledge and guidance helped to make an immediate improvement in Fiadh and allowed us to enjoy a walk with her for the very first time! Judith has a genuine passion for helping not just Fiadh but also us as her owners, to give us the tools we really need. Judith took the time to assess Fiadh's individual needs and created a tailored training plan that addressed our specific challenges. Her calm demeanor and positive reinforcement techniques made a significant difference in my dog's responsiveness and willingness to learn. Judith's training approach places an emphasis on effective communication and building a strong bond between owner and dog, which has really deepened our relationship. The techniques she provided for leash training were game-changers! We went from feeling like we were being dragged around the neighborhood and worrying about having to pass other animals or people, to enjoying peaceful, controlled walks with Fiadh. Judith provided us with an excellent step-by-step guide, and introduced exercises that focused on impulse control, which have really improved Fiadh's ability to wait patiently and focus on us, even in more distracting environments. We also really appreciated Judith's ongoing support. She was always available for questions, especially when we were having some particularly difficult times with Fiadh between sessions, and provided helpful resources to reinforce our training at home. So if you're looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and compassionate dog trainer, look no further than Judith. With Judith's guidance and support, Fiadh's transformation has really exceeded our expectations. While Fiadh still has some difficult moments, Judith has given us the tools to feel very confident that we can continue her training and help her to be the happiest, fulfilled and content dog she can be! We are so grateful for Judith's help, and we have absolutely no hesitation in recommending her!

I highly recommend Judith! We have actually worked with her twice - once for crate training, and again for walking in public. Before training with Judith, our pup pulled horribly, was extremely anxious on walks and reactive, especially to other dogs. It made walking him very difficult given that he is large and strong. Judith gave us helpful tools, manageable goals, and was patient with our progress. She worked to come up with creative solutions to our challenges. Im now able to walk our dog in public without him reacting to other dogs or pulling, and I am even able to jog with him now! He is a happier boy and we have a stronger bond. Thank you Judith!

Judith was an absolute life saver when it came to integrating a new puppy into my household. She provided me with ample tips, games, and tools to wrangle my four month old Aussie puppy. Within just a few training sessions, she was able to alleviate the bulk of the puppy barking, biting, and pen climbing. Her insights into puppy behaviour also helped me to learn how to get my puppy's attention and effectively communicate with her. We still have some small issues, as any young puppy would, but I have a greater confidence and tool kit to work through these issues and continue molding her into a good dog and family member.

Last November, I began fostering-to-adopt a 10 month old Mastiff mix. I very quickly felt overwhelmed! I had no experience with a dog that weighed more than 75 lbs and Whiskey at that time weighed 100 lbs and was a rambunctious puppy. I found Judith online and was excited that she offers virtual training sessions. Living rurally, 2 hours west of Dallas, I couldn’t find a trainer or behaviorist for in person training. Working with Judith helped Whiskey and I SO MUCH! Her calm demeanor and patience helped as she taught me new skills. I have a lot more confidence now with handling such a big boy like Whiskey.