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Introduction: I have trained over 300 dogs, worked at a kennel for over7 years, and am a certified pet dog trainer. I go to many seminars and read about dog training techniques. I very much like being around dogs, love seeing dogs and owners enjoying themselves. Dogs don't speak English and we don't speak canine, so we need to find the middle ground, and that is where I can help I enjoy seeing owners and dogs having fun love the learning process, a trained dog is a happy dog. Training is a way to bridge the communication gap, remember, dogs don't speak English and we don't speak canine.

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Michele G.

Sep 13, 2018

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Details: 1 dog • 0 - 12 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private dog training lessons • General obedience training • House training • Barking • Digging • Biting • Chewing • The dog trainer travels to me

Dog Training

Jeff S.

Feb 24, 2017

Having had dogs before, I had a basic understanding of the time and effort that goes into training a dog. It has been many years since our last dog and this time, training a puppy also meant training children to the same routine that we want the dog to learn and grow with. Working with Jeff has been a pleasure. He has provided me with good reminders as to how I need to approach our puppy. He has also provided me with my one-on-one training, so that I know how to instruct my wife and kids in their approach to our puppy. Having a dog in the house allows for great companionship as well as security. Having a dog that respects your authority and responds to your commands allows you to have a smooth interaction and a peaceful home!

Linda M.

Mar 2, 2017

Jeff is an excellent trainer. Lots of compassion for animals and gentle patience when training. He is very kind and does not believe in harshness instead using lots of praise and reward.

Mark O.

Feb 23, 2017

I have been using Jeff as my main trainer for over a year. My dog is off the charts nice and smart. We owe it to him! He is unbelievably nice and uses only positive training methods. My dog understands and responds to over 150 commands.(prob. more) Her name is Lilly and she is a 13 month old West Highland Terrier. He is well worth every penny and then some. Lilly literally follows every command we give her. She is also a certified service dog and TDI therapy dog. She visits nursing a home at least once a month.

Darlene Z.

Apr 17, 2019

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Details: Extra large (70+ lbs) • Thick, fluffy double-coat • 2 - 10 years old • Other special temperaments • 4 - 6 months ago • De-shedding treatment • Gland expression • Mobile grooming - in special van or trailer • No additional dogs

Dog Grooming

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Jeffrey Savage

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How did you get started doing this type of work?
lack of qualified trainers I have always been attracted to dogs love studying behaviors
What types of customers have you worked with?
many types ,including those who are young and those who are older .Men ,women ,handicapped people and also children
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Make sure they are certified and experienced with passion