Wind Dancer Referrals, LLC

I got in touch with Susie through “Home Guide” looking for a dog trainer that comes to your home. When I got in touch with Susie over the phone to learn more about her and her training business we spoke for almost an hour. At no point was the conversation rushed and we both took turns “interviewing” one another. I am very appreciative of this because it felt very personal and important to ensure it was a good fit for Susie, myself and my dog Abby. My dog Abby suffers from separation anxiety and fear associated with prior trauma/abuse. I rescued Abby when she was 8 months old and at best guess she is a Sheppard mix. Abby is now 3 years old and after some significant life changes (a couple of moves back to back, a new environment and the loss of her other doggy companion) her anxiety and fear really intensified. Susie gave me a couple of tips over the phone during out first conversation so I could begin working with Abby to help with her separation anxiety. To my surprise within a couple of days I saw improvement! I followed up with Susie and decided to move forward with training since I was so impressed with the success of her tips provided over the phone. At no point did Susie ever make me feel pressured to do business with her and it never felt like it was about the money. Susie spent 2 hours with Abby and I recently and not only trained Abby and taught her new commands but, she trained me as well. I was so surprised how the smallest gesture or choice of words can impact the success of the work you put into training your dog. Susie also went over nutrition with me and I can honestly say that none of the vets I have been to ever sat down and did such a thorough nutritional education that Susie did. As a dedicated and passionate dog mom all I want is to do what is best for Abby to give her the best life possible. With Susie’s help, and expertise I now feel I have the confidence in my own ability to give Abby the life she deserves and the structure she needs to build her confidence as well. Susie is a wonderful person and I am forever grateful for her knowledge and compassion for dogs!

Hiring Susie to help address multiple issues I was having with my dogs was one of the best decisions I have made. I was convinced that these behaviors were just something I was going to have to live with. I suffer from bad anxiety, and certain behaviors from the dogs would cause my anxiety to sky rocket. Susie worked one on one with me so I could best address my anxiety with the dogs and took things at my pace. Our first phone call I explained a lot of the issues in the house that I thought would never be solved. She gave tips over the phone that I immediately saw making a difference. I knew I couldn’t wait for her to come to the house. Our first session, I saw the dogs behaving in a way I never thought possible. My dog Zoe was the cause of most of my stress and anxiety. Zoe gets over excited and anxious when company comes over. Often running and jumping up on them, and can’t relax the entire time they are over. I would usually put her in a room as it became too stressful for me to handle. This many having guest over something I would dread. Susie worked with me to help handle Zoe’s anxiety and excitement, and Zoe has been able to relax enough to be in the same room as company and not jump all over them when they come in the house. I also have a major anxiety/ fear myself that the dogs will run out as they are escape artist. Susie was able to work with them where they didn’t rush to the door when it was opened. Another thing I didn’t even expect to work on was Zoe refusing to go outside when it rains. She hates the rain and would not go out, sometimes resulting in her having accidents in the house. Within the first 15mins of Susie arriving she was working with Zoe and had Zoe going outside in the rain, to do her business. I was amazed that this could be accompanied, and so quickly. I love that Susie is a phone call away and always happy to take my call to walk me through things. She recognized my learning style and customized the plan so I can get the most out of it and it being the most rewarding for me, and is excited at check ins when I share our progress. Susie has a gift not just with animals, but with her clients so I can become more confident in my ability to work with my dogs.

Our 1.5 year old lab mix always loved running into strangers on our walks and getting to say hi. Until one day he randomly started showing aggressive behavior when a stranger would get close. We tried to figure out what the issue was and how to fix it on our own, but we didn't have any luck. So, we called Susan. She informed us of some things that we needed to change to show the dog that we were in control of every situation and that he needs to trust us. In addition, she took the time to go through the food and treats we were feeding him and informed us of some keywords to look out for when purchasing these items. We switched food brands shortly after her visit and, interestingly enough, when my mom found a couple kibbles of his old food a few weeks later he wanted nothing to do with it! He's been much better on walks with listening to what we tell him to do and running into strangers. We would highly recommend Susan - you can tell how much she genuinely cares about you, your dog, and the safety/well-being of both!

Suzie is an amazing animal behaviorist/ dog trainer . We have a French Bulldog who was a guard dog personified! It didn’t make for having friends over when your 22 pound tank guard attack dog was around. We were desperate since our out of town friend was attacked. Suzi observed Lucy in action when my friend Lu came . suzie was able to guide us thru in making changes that was truly astounding. In no time at all! She was able to turn Lucy into a compliant dog that had her eating out of Lu hand instead of trying to bite her! She truly understands & reads what’s going on in the dog.With the changes she told us to make I can now take Lucy to Petsmart without fear of her charging the employees or other customers & dogs! She isn’t challenging the other dog in our complex either. I am so relieved. If you are struggling with your dog I highly recommend you call Suzie. She is highly qualified & able to help you with your pet. Don’t give up on your pet. She’s the dog shrink my dog needed.