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4.9 rating out of 1398 reviews
Anna Danae Smith
So thankful for Hollie and that we chose Team SamIvy! We were experiencing behavioral changes and aggression with our Hughie after moving. Being a puppy, under a lot of new stress, my partner and I didn’t know the best way to go about helping him. Hollie gave us the tools we needed to assist him in this transition, respond to these new behaviors in his language.
We have seen him respond to every step of our training, knowing we’re finally communicating properly with him, and really putting our minds at ease in this stressful time. We had a vet visit towards the end of our six weeks with Hollie, and they commented on his behavior, saying they could tell we have been training him. It was such a nice compliment, we have seen small victories everyday but for others to notice was extremely rewarding. The training structure really provided us with a new way of life with our boy, that is better for him and us!
There is so much comfort in knowing we can always reach back out to Hollie as Hughie enters new stages of puppyhood and adulthood, although we feel confident we would be able to put our tools back use ourselves! ❤️
Louis Lin
I can’t say enough good things about Sam Ivy Dog Training! My Doberman used to pull like crazy on walks and react aggressively whenever he saw other dogs. It was really stressful for both of us. After working with Treena, everything changed — now he’s calm, confident, and walks peacefully by my side. He doesn’t react to other dogs anymore and even relaxes quietly at home, finding his own spot to rest.
Treena not only helped with behavior but also gave me great advice about my dog’s diet and overall health. You can really tell she cares about both the dog and the owner. Honestly, this has been one of the best investments I’ve ever made, my dog is happier, and so am I!
kyle tucker
This is our first time working with Sam Ivy, our trainer is Hollie. They start with an assessment of your needs and go over ther program, expectations, and some timelines. Sessions are recorded so that you can go back and review what was covered.
I like their model of training you how to train your dog, instead of the dog being trained by others. Hollie is very personable and knowledgeable about dog behaviors, she has guided us through connecting with our dog and checks in with us throughout the week.
Lilo is now 9 months old, was jumping on the couch, counter surfing, not taking our “no’s” seriously. Within some weeks there was dramatic improvement, she no longer jumps on the couch or gets stuff off the counter. Other behaviors will take longer but I can see the progress, and the tools received working with Hollie are definitely going to improve our life at home with Lilo!
Eunice Choo
I just wanted to take a moment to say that Hollie is truly an awesome trainer. She strikes the perfect balance between being firm and friendly, which I really appreciate. She understands that managing her clients, especially us pawparents, isn’t always easy. My husband tends to have a lot of questions but isn’t always ready to handle our dog on his own. Despite that, Hollie consistently puts in her utmost effort to counsel us and make sure that we are all on the same page. Her goal is to ensure that we can effectively train our dog while following her guidance.
Please don’t be intimidated by her firmness. It’s important because she wants us to fully understand the foundation and the guidelines for training our dog. This approach is ultimately what’s best for both the dogs and the pawparents. There’s a Chinese saying that really resonates here — a child can go bad in just three days, but it takes three years for a child to truly become good. Time is critical, and Hollie doesn’t want to risk missing that crucial window.
Once again, I want to sincerely thank Hollie for her dedication and support. She’s made a significant difference in how we approach training, and I’m grateful for her expertise.