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4.9 rating out of 1398 reviews
Julie Perreault
I have to admit that at first I was skeptical. We had just adopted a new dog that had severe fear aggression towards people. At the beginning she was all growls, barks and snaps with anyone besides me, and even I handled her with care. Even myhusband, who is loved by all animals and children, could get near her for a few days after we got her. That’s no life for a dog so I was referred to Sam Ivy. When I met with them I was told that the training would build Lizzie’s confidence and help her overcome her fears. Our Trainer Deanna Green has worked wonders and it is amazing how much this training has helped. Just last weekend we took her to a nail trimming event at a local pet store. Not only did she not growl at anyone, she was calm and relaxed while we waited in line and actually let a boy scratch her chin when I had turned my back for a moment. Our other dog is an uncontrollable overly excited knucklehead. He underwent training at the same time with my husband. Deanna gave us the tools that we needed and we’re now able to walk him with no problems. I’m so impressed and I can’t thank Deanna and Sam Ivy enough.
Matthew Wagner
This is the only thing that worked.
We had a free consultation when Jackson was a puppy and ended up not going with his package. Everyone in our neighborhood knew to avoid us and our dog because he would bark at them. After 3 years of battling with a dog that didn’t listen when on leash we decided to give Sam Ivy the try they deserved.
After the first session I thought why didn’t we do this earlier.
Our trainer Alexis was AMAZING. She genuinely cared about us and our dogs behavior. She was very thorough in her explanation of the training and quickly got Jackson to behave. Alexis made trainings something to look forward to. My wife and I enjoyed the training sessions around town at Armature Works, Curtis Hixon, Sparkman Wharf, and Hyde Park during their Sunday Market! These were all places we would never dream of bringing our dog due to his behavior. After training we are comfortable bringing him anywhere.
I almost forgot, Alexis took a bunch of photos throughout the training sessions and shared them all with us when Jackson graduated. It was not something we knew was going to happen, but was great to see the different days of training and Jackson’s progression. It was a nice touch!
We got our dog back and it has changed our lives. Thanks Sam Ivy and Thank you Alexis!
Dolores Wood
My dog Luther really improved. His trainer Miguel did a great job. I can take Luther everywhere to the park and beach and everyone loves him. the results were beyond my expectations and I am grateful. He was originally a very hostile dog who I was fearful would kill a dog 9r hurt a person. Sam Ivy program really works well. Thank you Miguel and Enzo!
Rachel Barrish
my experience with Sam Ivy and specifically Deanna so far has been amazing. i look forward to every session. her advice for when i’m on my own is very helpful and keeps me and my pup on track. and she’s always available via text whenever i randomly have questions about a training situation. i appreciate that it’s results-based and not a set number of sessions. i have seen a significant transformation in bear’s behavior since beginning training. we’ve had 4 sessions and he is proving to be a perfect boy in the making already! this is the only dog training company i would trust for my bear.