Shelby Semel Dog Training

I cant say enough good things about this company, and specifically, working with Warren. If you are on the fence about booking a private training package—do it. It is 100% worth it. Before starting our sessions, I was struggling with an over-excited Golden Retriever puppy. I had reached a point where I was losing hope, but Warren completely helped me regain my patience. His calm, expert approach changed the dynamic almost immediately. What sets this training apart is how manageable it is. Warren’s training methods are intuitive, and his super detailed recap emails were a total game-changer. They made it incredibly easy to practice on my own between sessions, ensuring that we never lost momentum. Training didn’t feel like a chore, and because Warren’s methods actually work, it was super rewarding. Ultimately, I feel like I have a totally new dog and an infinitely stronger bond with her. I cannot thank Warren enough for his help. If you want a trainer who truly cares and delivers real results, Warren is your guy!

I am so happy to have met Laura Folsom from Shelby Semel Dog Training. Her training has allowed us to have a normal life again. I was sceptical about an online training program but it was my last resort before giving up. I needed to try it even if I didn't believe it would work. How wrong I was. Laura helped step by step to reduce the separation anxiety. We started from nothing to being able to leave Cookie for up to 5 hours. She is now calm and relaxed whenever I go out and I finally have my independence back!

We’ve been working with Warren Sears from Shelby Semel Dog Training for several months, and it’s been such a great experience from the start. When we first reached out, our dog was struggling with excitement around guests, table manners, and reacting to sounds or animals on TV. Warren took the time to really understand what was going on and came up with a clear, realistic plan for us to follow. What stands out most is how knowledgeable and patient he is. He never rushes through sessions, and he explains the “why” behind every exercise so we understand what we’re teaching and how it helps. After each lesson, he sends detailed notes and step-by-step guides that are so easy to follow. It’s obvious that he puts a lot of thought into his work and truly cares about setting dogs (and their people!) up for success. Since starting training, we’ve seen such a big difference. Our dog is calmer, more focused, and handles new situations with a lot more confidence. Even in moments that used to feel stressful, we now know how to respond and help him settle. Warren’s guidance has made a huge impact on our daily life, and we actually enjoy training now because we can see it working. If you’re looking for a trainer who is skilled, thoughtful, and makes the whole process feel manageable and rewarding, Warren is absolutely the person to go to.