Fun With Fido Dog Training
Fun With Fido Dog Training

Fun With Fido Dog Training

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Introduction: ONLINE TRAINING ONLY DURING JANUARY, FEBRUARY, MARCH. In-person training all other months. Fun With Fido has been offering behavior training, agility, obedience, Rally-O, and service dog training in my fully fenced backyard since 2001. I use scientifically proven methods that always take into account the emotions and individuality of each dog. Games make training fun! I have been competing in dog agility since 2001. I love the sport and enjoy introducing others to its benefits. Dogs who play agility learn self-control along with basic and complex skills while working their bodies and brains. A tired dog is a good dog! I also enjoy the challenge of creating training plans for dogs with behavioral issues. I have a special interest in fearful and reactive dogs. I am certified as a Pro Dog Trainer through absoluteDogs.
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23 years in business

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

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Matthew S.
Oct 5, 2020
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Melinda is great. We went to see her to work on my dog's reactive behavior while on leash. She was able to expertly put together a training plan to address my dog's behavior and I am already starting to see results.

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Biting • At the pro’s location

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Thank you, Matthew.
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Lindsay B.
Sep 14, 2020
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Our dog is extremely afraid of men and will growl/snarl when men are around and is incredibly frightened of new people in general. We received the dog under false pretenses and were told he was a perfect dog with no issues what so ever which we quickly realized was untrue as soon as money was exchanged and the dog got home. He is still a baby (barely 6 months) and we couldn’t give up on him without trying to we brought him to Melinda. We only went for one visit thus far because we are still unsure on if we are ready to commit to all that it takes to successfully get through to such a frightened dog financially, emotionally and how much time will need to be spent. If we do continue down this long road with him there is no doubt we would use Melinda as she has been a BLESSING. She is always giving us amazing advice, resources and above all support. She is definitely incredibly dedicated to what she does and has so much knowledge to share. She has been super flexible with us and our needs. I HIGHLY recommend her to anyone looking to train a pup.

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Barking • House training • At the pro’s location

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Kimberley M.
Aug 6, 2020
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Melinda was wonderful. She was able to show me several steps in training my dogs in recall, relaxing, walking and the ever important house training. I would definitely recommend her.

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • House training • Crate training • Biting • Chewing • My home, venue, etc.

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Margaret S.
Sep 3, 2018
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My terriers and I have been working with Melinda for about a month. We all look forward to going to her place for fun training sessions in her yard. Melinda's sweet dog is helping my terriers overcome their reactivity to other dogs. We take everything at a slow, comfortable pace, and Melinda keeps a sharp eye on everything that is happening and gives constant feedback and praise (but only when it's earned!). Her insights into my dogs' behavior and reactions has been very helpful, and she's always happy to chat about all things canine, such as calming treats to try and games to build confidence. I would recommend Melinda to anyone who would like to build a stronger relationship with his or her dog. She seems to have a very good understanding of how dogs and people communicate.

Details: 2 dogs • 2 - 10 years old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Board and train programs at a facility • Aggressive behavior modification • Barking • I travel to the dog trainer

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Jane R.
Oct 20, 2022
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Melinda understood the special challenges of my rescue dog who is shy and fearful. She had many small steps for me to practice with her.

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Digging • At the pro’s location

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Melinda Schneider