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5/5 stars
April 14, 2013
Mark did an excellent job of showing us how to work with our dog Bear. His philosophy is sound - now we have to put the theories into practice. Mark is very knowledgeable of animal psychology, and understands what it takes for us as owners to be happy with our dog, and also have a happy and secure dog. We have already started putting his ideas into practice - knowing that it will take time and practice to see results. I do wish there was a bit more "reading material" to help with the follow up. There was a lot of information to absorb. I will say that Mark was generous with his time, and really seemed to enjoy helping us.
Susan H.
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5/5 stars
April 14, 2013
Mr. Minnerly was very professional and easy to understand. His method of training felt natural with positive results after the first session working with my jack Russell terrier.
Jaco S.
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1/5 stars
April 3, 2013
I thought the yanking of Riley off the ground was harsh. You left so called notes scribbled on a page that you can't make heads or tails out of.
You yourself said several times you lost your train of thought of what you were telling me.
I realize you've been doing this and it's make perfect sense, but to a consumer it does not.
Your methods make work "old school", but had I known you were going to do that. I would have never agreed to it. I'm not one to make a scene especially in front of neighbors.
The best that could have happened was to get you off my property. THIS IS GUY IS A RIPOFF, ONE OF HIS EARLY REVIEWS VERIFIED THE SAME EXPERIENCE.
Jim H.
This is an unfortunate sad fact profesional business people must learn to accept. It is impossible to make 100% of your clients happy 100% of the time, no matter how hard you try. i have 26 years of vast backgroung, knowledge and experience in the fascinating world of dogs. I truely love what I do and could not imagine do anything else.
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1/5 stars
April 3, 2013
I requested he help socialize a two year old Terrier Mix (12 lbs). This is a rescue dog, so known history about the dogs past. The dog is very gentle, docile, and extremely smart. But does not get along well with other dogs.
Mark's method may work, but seem very harsh, such as jerking on a homemade leash around the dogs neck to the point of jerking the dog off the ground. He made this leash as a learning technique. He also had promised to bring another dog with him to practice with and he did not. In my opinion $200.00 was wasted.
He speaks to for a very lengthy time, making all these drawings, however when he done it just a bunch of scribbles all over the page.
Jim H.
Jim is a very nice guy and his dog is exactly as he discribed. I was brought in to help Jim learn how to deal with if not fix a severe dog to dog aggression problem. Jim is a retired man and well educated so I took the logical intelectual approach to his situafion. I carefully explained why his dog was overly aggressive with any other dog and how we would carefully fix the problem. We worked throuth through the process in Jim living room until his dog as responding very well. We were to finish up with a walk to put the process to work in a real situation. We had discussed visiting with a neighbors dog who would be behind a fence. The fence between the dogs was to be the safty control. We had discyssed this in detail before leaving the appartment. What went wrong was instead of keeping a fence between the dogs Jim invited his neighbor to bring her fog out into the yard with us. My mistake was allowing that to happen. the safty control was no more and U was put into a position that was unsafe for both dogs. Jims dog did in fact try to attack the other dog and for the safty of both dogs I had yo guickly pick uo Jims dog wirh the leash and try to back away from the now attacking neighbors dog. After I was abel to move away with Jims dog everything calmed down and by the time I ended the meeting The two dogs were enteracting together reasonably well.. I must say that I am quite surprised at the negitive review from Jim. When I left the meeting Jim was beaming with pride ifor his fog and the progress made.
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5/5 stars
January 16, 2013
We sought Mark's help in the training of our 10 year old Springer Spaniel, confirming the myth "You can teach an old dog new tricks". Our dog Barney wasn't well socialized with people or other dogs. As a result he tended to "act" aggressively. Mark showed us how to take back control of Barney, actually control for the first time, and as a result "unleash" Barney's secure non-aggressive, obedient self. Mark was confident, but also light-hearted and funny. Barney became a new dog overnight. Mark's method does require input from the owner, but surprising simple, yet different techniques yield huge results and a dog who is a joy to be around.
Linda K.
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5/5 stars
January 11, 2013
I am so happy that we were put in contact with Mark. We just got a Vizsla in October and had Mark come to our home the first day we got her so that he could set the foundation for her training as a puppy. He trained us to work with her and when I had questions afterwards about things I hadn't thought of he was available by phone to help me with specific instructions on what to do. We will continue working with Mark for in home training to teach our dog. It is amazing, after even just 2 minutes with Sparrow (our dog), she seems like a different dog. He is truly talented and I am so glad that he is able to come to our house for the convenience and even works with our 3 boys to teach them how they can be involved in the training process.
In addition to training, Mark has boarded Sparrow for us while we travel. It is great knowing that he will be working with her while we are away instead of her just barking her head off in a kennel. You won't be disappointed working with him.
Faryn C.
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5/5 stars
January 11, 2013
Mark is the best dog trainer in Dallas. He is very professional and knows what he is talking about. If I ever have any questions he is always just a phone call away and happy to help. It is also a blessing that he does it all at our house so everyone is comfortable and in a familiar environment. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for canine training.
Tara O.
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5/5 stars
January 11, 2013
About four years ago I unexpectedly adopted a large breed puppy--a husky, shepherd mix. I had no experience with larger dogs. Mark gave me valuable advice and specific instructions on training, management, and exercise that proved effective, even though these services were provided via e-mail between Alaska and texas.
Steve M.
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5/5 stars
January 9, 2013
I have used Mark for years training and boarding my lab from puppy until he died. Always great care. I have used him recently with training my father-in-laws dog and also my Yorky.
Ron C.
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1/5 stars
November 29, 2012
This was the worse help that I have ever received. I feel like I was ripped off. We had an appointment at 1:00, he didnt show up until 2:30 said he would leave me notes, the notes were a scribbled mess that you can not decipher, he talked for an hour and a half, and told me to leave my dog in their crates until march at the earliest. Im really sad that he did not do with my dogs what he and the reviews state he could do. He also stated that he would be my trainer for life. I can not get him to respond per phone, email, or text. I will be going to the BBB and filing a complaint. .
Prudence S.
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5/5 stars
November 16, 2012
Mark does an amazing job describing his method. By the time Mark left, my Min Pin was quiet, my 8 month old Rotty was walking on a leash, and they both sat in their crates until I asked them to come out. My girls have been amazed that the dogs will stay in their crate with the doors open, be calm, and that the they aren't out of control anymore. We still have a ways to go, but it's looking SO much better than before Mark came out! Thanks, Mark! Great job! :)
Sharla M.
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5/5 stars
September 5, 2012
Amazing results!!! Turned our 8 pounds of terror into a completely different dog in just a couple of hours. I would recommend Marks program to anyone, he is incredible. It's been several weeks and it's like we have a different dog. Thank You Mark!!!!
Randy M.
