Animal Talker
Animal Talker

Animal Talker

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Introduction: Our business has over 40 years of combined experience working with a wide range of animals, from puppies to exotics. And even more experience working and dealing with communication and training with there human counterparts. We are both trained behaviorist for both human and animals, and we take the time to look beyond just what we can see to address the root of any problems. We work with special care and medical conditions. We are known for our great service, training , support , attention to detail, communication, our range of services - including holistic care for pets, and our great passion for treating all of our "animals" as we do our own - as family. Because we care for them as family we do not see them as disposable , with aggression issues we work on prevention and behavior modification, and we are very truthful about what can and cannot be done. We make sure that you are taught as well as your animal companion so any training will be lasting. We work both in your home and real time settings to solve and train. We offer Board and Train services. And quite a wide range of supporting services. I love the fact we bridge communication gaps and make a difference in the lives of both humans and animals. We see immediate results in the lessening of frustration, fear/anxiety, and problems from training . This helps provide happiness , peace, and joy to both humans and there animal family members. Our animals in turn have long and rewarding relationships with there families. They in turn become a part of our "family" so when other services are needed we can provide them, and our "animals" have a full and trusting relationship with us, as do there owners. A second family the best of all worlds for your pets.
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Hired 203 times

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3 employees

24 years in business

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Vijay R.
Oct 4, 2020
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Soon after adopting a young male chihuahua, Rahki, from the Harris County Animal Shelter in Aug. 2020, I started looking for qualified trainers to aide me with socializing and training him. I met 4 trainers and Amy and her husband ended up being the ones I chose for Rahki. They came to evaluate Rahki and me :) for an hour along with one of their dogs and I sensed their genuineness soon after speaking with them. I felt very comfortable and trusted the advise and tips they gave me during the evaluation... and with the encouragement they gave me while observing me with Rahki, I felt more calm and at ease knowing we (Rahki and I) were going to be in good hands with the them. I started applying their tips given the next day and saw favorable results. Above all, what spoke volumes to me is that they take into consideration how serious the owners are about following through with training on their end sense that is ultimately what matters most no matter how much training a dog may get from them. They didn't rush to tell me how many sessions or for how long, etc. like other trainers I met with did... instead they take a couple of days to determine what type of training will be best suited and feasible then provide you with that information. I could sense that they are professionals who have you and your dog/s best interest at heart and offer their services for what they truly believe is appropriate/needed and be there for you and your dog for the long haul if/when needed. I hope those of you reading my review will reach out to Amy and have a consultation with her as she and her husband are truly in this business for ALL of the right reasons. I look forward to additional guidance and training from Amy so Rahki and I can have a FUN filled and GREAT healthy life together for many many more years to come. Reach out to Amy, you'll be glad you did. :) Best Regards, VJ

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Board and train at a facility • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Barking • Biting • House training • At the pro’s location

Dog Training
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Keithia M.
Sep 4, 2020
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Her tips were amazing and have been a big help for me and my partner. Our puppy’s behavior has changed for the better. Thank you!!

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Barking • Digging • Biting • Chewing • Destructive behavior • Crate training • At the pro’s location

Dog Training
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Nigel B.
Aug 19, 2020
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We just brought home a newborn and our dog was showing signs of jealousy and aggressive behavior. We reached out to Amy and she gave us a free phone consultation on how we can correct his behavior and steps we can take to retrain him. It’s been a week so far and we are seeing signs of improvement. Thank you Amy! I highly recommend her and will reach out if I need her services again.

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Biting • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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Thank you . We wish you the very best with your family going forward
Dog Training
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Joseph C.
Sep 3, 2019
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John and Amy were professionals from the time they entered our home until they left. The training techniques they demonstrated were sound, simple and practical. Noteworthy was that they never mentioned additional training sessions or services but left them up to us. We highly recommend them.

Details: 0 - 12 months old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Chewing • Biting • At the pro’s location

Dog Training
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Britney M.
Aug 1, 2019
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I think this was the best training experience I have ever had with my dog. Amy and John were so personable and started working as soon as they arrived. Jaxson responded immediately and they took the time to explain to my 12 year-old how he feeds off of her. They taught us both how to calm him down and within 20 minutes we were already seeing what points we need to correct. This will be an ongoing training I will continue until he is eventually a service dog. Once again, they are AMAZING!!!!

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • Therapy or service dog training • Leash pulling • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training
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