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About
We teach you to teach your dogs. More often than not, it's a communication problem.
We help you, so you can help your dog.
To see people enjoy their dogs makes me smile. It is a great feeling to see a dog transform into a family member.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 62 times
Serves Nashua, NH
Background checked
1 employee
14 years in business
Business hours
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2024
Services offered
Dog size
Dog coat type
Smooth, skin-like coat
Wavy or curly coat
Silky coat with fine hair
Wiry, bristly coat
Extra grooming services
Dematting
De-shedding treatment
Flea or tick treatment
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
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37 reviews
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Chris C.
Jun 3, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Melissa was great and walked us thru quite a few steps that helped us with some better training methods than we had been using
Details: 2 - 10 years old • Extra large (70+ lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Darby F.
Sep 22, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
Melissa was great. I love the fact she comes to your house. That is what I needed, to see what my daily struggle was with my pup. I learned a few more tips and also to strengthen some of what I was already doing. But most of all Melissa really worked with my pup with her walking and aggression in a high traffic condo complex. Pup is barking considerable less and walks with me now!
Details: 0 - 12 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Barking • Leash pulling • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
James a.
Jun 14, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
We were in deep trouble with our aggressive puppy. In one hour Melissa whipped him into shape and taught us to do the same. He has been a different dog.
Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Biting • Leash pulling • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Anthony A.
Oct 10, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Melissa was great. My little Cocker was very aggressive and I wasn't used to dealing with that. The tips she showed me in just one hour made a huge difference. And she was very down to earth and knowledgeable. Loved her and appreciated her calming advice.
Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • Biting • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Cristy M.
Mar 27, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Melissa was great with our dog. She took charge of him while putting him (and us) at ease! Now we are all getting schooled! Great experience
Details: Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Thick, fluffy double-coat • 0 - 1 years old • Anxiety • Other special temperaments • Never • De-shedding treatment • Grooming salon (pick-up and drop-off) • No additional dogs
Dog Grooming
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Melissa Royer
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I have 3 standard price ranges. For behavior modification I charge 125.00 per hour, for a six pack of private 30 minute lessons my fee is 750.00 for board and trains I charge 1400.00 per week I also do protection board and trains for an additional 500.00
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I prefer to meet people at their homes for dogs with issues. This allows me to discern how the dog acts in his comfortable place. It also allows me to see any handler mistakes. From there we formulate a plan for behavior modification and or obedience training
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I taught computer forensics as an adjunct professor for over 17 years, my side job was training dogs which I now do full time. For over 20 years I have been helping families teach their dog and themselves on the ways dogs learn. It is my honor to give you the knowledge you need to help for a cohesive life long relationship with your dog
