Success Story

Jefe

Jefe’s owners were referred to us when they began to struggle with his behavior challenges. They had previously enrolled him in a board and train program to address his minor obedience issues, but this approach led to adverse outcomes. In addition to suffering burns on his neck from mishandling by the trainer, Jefe developed new behavioral problems and occasional aggression. Instead of following through with their initial plan to rehome him, they were sent to us for help. Over the course of several months, we worked closely with the family to effectively stabilize Jefe's behavior. Although he still displays some reactivity due to past trauma from the board and train program, his owners have acquired the skills needed to maintain control.

In their words “Tom has been a game-changer for our reactive dog, Jefe, especially after a previous board-and-train experience went terribly wrong. Unlike the harsh methods used before, Tom focused on building trust and using a balanced, effective training approach that truly addressed the root of Jefe's behavior. They helped us establish clear boundaries and effective communication, which transformed our dog's behavior and strengthened our bond. The improvement has been remarkable, and we now feel confident continuing the training at home. We can’t recommend Tom enough, especially for anyone who has had a negative experience elsewhere!”

Jefe now

Jefe’s injuries from the board and train program 03/2024