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I have experienced the pure joy of adopting rescued labs. Each rescue was enrolled in dog obedience classes, as required by the rescue organization. My third rescued, lab, Charlotte, was adopted at 5 months of age. After a full examination, my veterinarian assessed that Charlo…Read full reviewClose full review
I have experienced the pure joy of adopting rescued labs. Each rescue was enrolled in dog obedience classes, as required by the rescue organization. My third rescued, lab, Charlotte, was adopted at 5 months of age. After a full examination, my veterinarian assessed that Charlotte was very intelligent, and she stated Charlotte's success was dependent on me. The training bar was raised several notches! Enter Ulysses and Prestige Dog Training Academy private lessons. Although I'm considered a seasoned dog owner, I was nervous about the training to reach the expectations set by my veterinarian and, also, to do right by Charlotte. Dog training teaches the basic commands, ensuring your dog becomes a good canine citizen. However, through Ulysses' training, I obtained a more in-depth awareness of my role as a dog owner, such as to be proactive rather than reactive and to think about what I wanted Charlotte to do and not so much to correct undesirable behavior. I came to understand the "how" and "why" of dog behavior and learned that dogs are contextual and not stubborn or disobedient. The key to effective dog training is communication and solutions based from kindness. The Prestige Dog Training Academy philosophy is based on the ABC's of Operant Conditioning - Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence. Armed with this knowledge, I have confidence on what to do in any situation and how to address or manage any behavior exhibited by Charlotte. I'm active with civic and volunteer groups in my community and have received compliments from associates and colleagues that Charlotte is a calm, confident and well-mannered dog. Private lessons with Charlotte started at my home but switched to Saturdays at the Prestige Dog Training Academy in Chicago due to my work schedule. Colleagues were amazed that I traveled over 20 miles to continue Charlotte's training, but this reflects how much I valued our training sessions with Ulysses. When you want the best, you will happily go the distance. To define Ulysses as an expert dog trainer is accurate. However, he provides so much more. Upon meeting with Ulysses, you will recognize and appreciate the full depth and breadth of his knowledge and certified training on all things dog and animal behavior, as well as his passion and dedication to his profession. Ulysses is confident, extremely patient and always calm as he provides a clear, consistent tailored training strategy for your dog and you. Ulysses has the answer and solution for any type of dog behavior, dog personality quirk or any life situation with your dog. Roger Caras wrote: "Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole." If you wish to enrich your relationship with your dog, optimize your dogs' intelligence and abilities, and experience consistent support and effective training, sign on with Ulysses and his qualified team at Prestige Dog Training Academy in Chicago. it will be the best decision you'll ever make. Thank you, Ulysses, for the time you invested with Charlotte and me. With the strong foundation you've helped me to build for Charlotte, I'm confident we will reach our ultimate goal of being active in a service role within our community. A proud moment today: Charlotte achieved her AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification!