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About
I love working with people and their pets to build a better relationship between them. It's great to see the dogs responding to their owners consistently.
Overview
Hired 94 times
Background checked
1 employee
13 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, and Venmo.
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2018
2017
Services offered
Type of animal
Other animal type
Service type
Evaluate needs
Address nuisance behaviors
Address fears or anxieties
Teach basic commands
Location of training
At customers' home
At my facility
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.
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Selma V.
Apr 18, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
Amy was very friendly. Our experience with her was very positive overall. She had tips for every problem I could think of with my dog and she gave me the right advice and tools to allow me to work with my pup. Now it's up to me to make sure I continue the proper training tips she has given us. I have noticed a difference in my dog's behavior with only 3 sessions! Thanks Amy!
Dog Training
Stephanie O.
Oct 26, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
We just had our first session and I am amazed what she was able to show us. She is very patient and listened to our concerns about our new puppy and offered solutions. I am looking forward to our next session.
Dog Training
Ted M.
May 1, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
Amy did a fantastic job with training our new puppy to be obedient and polite, and with training us on how to manage common puppy issues.
She was extremely friendly, comfortable, and easy to work with, and she listened to exactly what we wanted to work on. She molded the training sessions to meet our goals, and to fit our puppy's personality. We were mainly working on teaching our dog manners and the basic commands (sit, stay, come, down, etc.), and Amy not only taught him how to obey the commands, but she gave us a number of tips on how to continue our training when she wasn't around. She also gave us her number so that we could call or text with any issues that may arise.
We are very satisfied with our dog's behavior since the training, and are very happy that we decided to give Amy a call! The personalized, one-on-one training with Amy was exactly what we were looking for, and the cost was extremely reasonable considering what I've seen elsewhere.
We will definitely be recommending Amy to any of our friends/family looking for training, and will be reaching out to Amy again if we run into any issues in the future!
Dog Training
Ann S.
Apr 22, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
After just one visit we have begun to see positive changes in our sweet pup. We are learning positive techniques to help our dog manage himself and be the dog we knew he could be. Amy is kind with our dog and patient with us as we learn.
Details: 2 - 10 years old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Barking • Leash pulling • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Angie M.
Jan 7, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
Amy gave us some helpful info on different puppy training tips. She made me feel comfortable that we were headed in the right direction with our new puppy.
Dog Training
Credentials
Background Check
Amy Barge
FAQs
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I just completed an online class and I also take seminars related to dog behavior and training online and in person when I am able.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I started volunteering at a shelter walking dogs and saw how many dogs ended up there for behavior problems. Most of these problems are easily fixable with a little training such as jumping on people or not listening to commands.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Basic obedience skills and problem solving of issues such as jumping, barking, and not listening.
