Elissa Cline Dog Training
Elissa Cline Dog Training

Elissa Cline Dog Training

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Introduction: I have over 15 years experience with behavior problems in dogs and provide private in-home sessions. I also have in my home board and trains for puppies to give them the right foundation of crate training / house training and manners! I am with dogs 24/7 training and competing to high levels in a variety of sports and want to extend my talents to the home. I prefer working with families and watch the evolution from frustration to genuine satisfaction!
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Diana G.
Jan 2, 2017
Elissa is considered by many trainers in the SF Bay Area to be a specialist with "reactive" dogs. Traumatized in his first home placement, our Sheltie, Bug, came to live with my husband and me at age 11 months. Elissa helped us bond with him, lure him out of hiding, re-potty train him and de-sensitize him to noises and sudden movements and build his confidence. Still shy and cautious at times, Bug is a happy, comfortable member of the family. Before Elissa's guidance, I felt that we would be unable to keep Bug because he was so afraid and overwhelmed. I am appreciative of her work with us.
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Maria G.
Jan 2, 2017
Elissa has an amazing way with dogs, and with training their people too! She spends the time to understand each dog as an individual as well as a pack member, and she provides the humans with detailed information and instructions. Elissa does not intimidate dogs into behaving and she does not shame or belittle owners for having made mistakes. Instead she provides a positive learning experience for owners and their dogs. We looked forward to each session and appreciated the confidence and skills she developed in us and our dogs. I have recommended Elissa to friends with mixed success... That is, not everyone is willing to put in the time to work on the exercises with their dogs. Elissa does not possess a magic wand to instantly transform your dog into an obedience champion. What she does do, is empower dog owners to develop the skills to provide their dogs with the structure they need to excel. Elissa tries to incorporate fun into the exercises as well. Years later, our dogs continue to insist on daily "fun and games" as we call training exercises. They are a great bonding tool as well as great mental exercise for the dogs. Plus, some games like recall games are good physical exercise for all of us too! Elissa maintains an ongoing commitment to the dogs and people she works with and is always available to help via phone or email if she cannot be there in person. We highly recommend Elissa to anyone who is interested in learning how to enhance the lives of their dogs. Maria Giannell & Scott Maze
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Marsha I.
Jan 2, 2017
On a reference, we hired Elissa Cline Dog Training to help us with our border collie. She was amazing -- always on time, affordable, able to connect with our rescue dog immediately. She gave us written and verbal information that helped us to grow our dog into an intelligent and personable individual.
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Jo F.
May 1, 2017
Elissa Cline's dog training is excellent. Four years ago, I thought I was going to have to re-home my rescue border collie. I consulted and worked with several trainers and continued to have fear aggression problem with my dog. Elissa trained me on how to read my dog's cues/ behaviors and set reasonable expectations. She provided me with the tools to have a happy household with my pup. I gained more out of five sessions with Elissa than I had with a year of other trainers.
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Mindy P.
Jan 4, 2017
Elissa is a thorough, skilled and caring trainer. She listened to my concerns/needs. After meeting me and my dog, she developed a workable plan that met my rewards-based method preference. I rescued an 11-month German Shorthaired Pointer who had a very high prey drive and absolutely no recall. My GSP is now a reliable trail and beach dog who responds to a code word and/or whistle. ("Come" no longer worked when we met Elissa.) Elissa worked with us 4-5 times, but mostly she gave me the understanding, skills and followup exercises to work with my dog myself. She explained behavior theory behind the exercises, showed me how to properly carry them out. She followed each training session with detailed notes and other resources. Success wasn't instant, but steady. With Elissa's help, I have a trustworthy companion whom I feel comfortable letting off leash.
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