The DogPa K9 Training

I can’t say enough good things about my experience with Nicholas Bell and DogPa K9. From the very first session, it was clear that he not only understands dogs but also knows how to teach their humans effectively. We worked together at his training space, my work and home, and I was very happy with the progress my dog and I made. Not only did my dog respond so well to his methods, but I also gained valuable knowledge and confidence as an owner. Nicholas has a calm but commanding presence that made the entire process enjoyable and valuable. He’s patient, professional, and clearly passionate about what he does. Beyond that, he’s just a genuinely nice person, that I now consider a friend. If you’re looking for a dog trainer who truly cares and can deliver amazing results, I highly recommend Nicholas Bell at DogPa K9.

Roses are red / violets are blue / we trusted our dog with Nicholas Bell / and you should, too! It’s been an absolute honor to work with Nicholas over the last nine lessons. He was present, attentive, thorough, and not deterred by our dog’s initial nervousness, hesitation, & reactivity. Instead, he called her smart, had patience, & accepted her love when she started to trust him & offer it. She’s an entirely different dog than she was before we started working with Nicholas! Calmer, less anxious, friendlier to strangers, dogs, and cars. Her door manners, impulse control, and recall are all markedly improved. Nicholas has totally reshaped our lives in all the best ways, and we can’t thank him enough for all he’s done for us & our dog.

My experience with The DogPa was truly life changing. When I first made that initial call to Nicholas I was worried that I was too late in getting help with 5-year-old pit mix, Lambeau. Lambeau has a bite history and was so anxious/fearful it made day to day things such as walks or having visitors over stressful and unenjoyable. He’s been through some other trainings in the past, but I would constantly find myself stuck and unsure of how to move forward. Lambeau recently went through the 2-week Pawcademy and it was more than worth the investment. I love the relationship-based approach Nicholas uses and I’ve learned so much about how my cues, my mood, when/how I was showing affection contributed to his anxiety and fear. I received daily updates/videos that allowed me to watch his training process unfold. Nicholas then spent 2.5 hours after Lambeau finished his 2-weeks to go over the training and what the steps are moving forward to continue with his progress. It has been an incredible experience working with The DogPa. I’ve felt listened to, heard, and fully supported from the initial phone call I made, throughout his training, and now going forward in the years to come. I feel more empowered as Lambeau’s owner and now I have the tools to work through those challenging situations that I used to avoid. I cannot thank The DogPa enough and I would strongly recommend him to anyone looking to train their dog, no matter the stage, age, or challenges.