| "Deborah's work with Weenie-girl was amazing! Our minature Dashund puppy is only 7 months old with no training whatsoever and superspoiled but within three days Deborah had her sitting and staying on command with the other big dogs. Weenie-girl was also a nightmare to walk because she would basically run and choke herself while on the leash. By the end of her first session with Deborah she was walking calmly by my side. I couldn't believe it! Thank-you!" |
| Here is what some clients are saying... |
LILY...
- Mary G., Santa Barbara
LOLA II...
- Samantha Z., Santa Barbara
LOLA I...
| "Although my Brussels Griffon, Lola, is only 8.5 pounds, she used to consistently pull on the leash during walks. After training her to heel and leave-it on-site at State street, Stearns Wharf, Nordstroms and the Mission, Lola now walks properly on a leash and sits and stays on command!" "Thanks to Deborah's training, I also feel like I have a better relationship with my dog. Now I know how to be a leader while walking Lola, making me feel closer and more connected to her. I appreciate Deborah for her knowledge, understanding and love of dogs. Thanks!!! |
| Deborah "We would like to sincerely thank-you for training our 1-year old Golden Retreiver Lola. As you know, Lola can be considered a very high energy dog, in part, because she is a puppy, but also because she seems to be somewhat insecure, needing constant reassurance. It is wonderful how you taught Lola to go to her "home" while visitors are greeted at the door. We are amazed at how quickly you were able to teach Lola this new way of behaving." Beyond your training, we would also like to thank-you for the care you took in working with our family. It was beyond any expectation that you offered to pick up a dog bed for Lola (the new home that she loves!). Your genuine interest in Lola's well being is remarkable and much appreciated." |
- Elena C., Santa Barbara
BUGSY BEAR...
| After adopting 9-year old Shitzu, Bugsy, Imelda realized that Bugsy didn't know how to sit on command. This was a potential stumbling block for his goal of becoming a good pet therapy dog. "I never thought Bugsy would sit on command but after a few sessions he did... goes to show you that old dogs can learn new tricks!" |
- Imelda O., Santa Barbara
| "Deborah truly saved our Pitbull Belle's life! We never thought of taking Belle to dog training classes since she was already 4 years old but when she became aggressive when we brought our neighbor's dog in our house we knew we had to do something! Deborah spent 6 sessions training Belle and us and by the end of our lessons it was like we had a new dog that we could be confident in. Now Belle walks on a leash without pulling, doesn't bark at other dogs and socializes with other dogs without a problem. We don't know what we would have done without Deborah!" |
BELLE...
- Adele M. and Matthew S., Santa Barbara
WEENIE-GIRL...
- Tammy P., Santa Barbara
| Deborah, "Thank you so much for helping us get our rescue dog Bo's (a lab/pit/chow mix?) overly rambunctious behavior under control. He now can Go Home and Stay rather than bouncing off the walls when we walk in the door and even ignore other dogs when we are on walks. Also, thank you for helping me learn the difference between play behaviors and aggressive behaviors, and for giving us the tools we need to prevent "too rough" play. Bo also asked me to thank you for the many doggie introductions and for facilitating play-till-we-drop dates with his new best buddy Zoey." |
- Sydney M., Santa Barbara
BO...
RALPHIE AND ROSIE...
| Deborah "My Golden Retrievers, Rosie and Ralphie, have had successful walks since our Shoreline Park meeting. Even with other dogs walking toward us, they've been able to "leave it". Thank you so much! It's been quite enjoyable to walk them." |
- Marcia F., Santa Barbara
| "Thank you so much for helping me to be a better listener! My walks are so much more fun, now that I know how to heel. Your expertise in training and your loving but firm techniques are greatly appreciated!" xxoo Lily |
| Dear Deborah, "Thank you very much for all your help in training us and our newly adopted rescue dog Buddy (an Australian Shepard/Brittany Spaniel mix). He improved so much in the short time we worked with you. He continues to improve daily. We all would have been very frustrated if we hadn't found you! It was a great learning experience for all of us. We feel you are a very gifted trainer and appreciate all your hard work." |
- Gene and Peggy
BUDDY...
| "We called Deborah to help us with our fearful 90 lb. German Shepherd puppy, Mingus. At about six months old, he started displaying aggressive behaviors toward strangers. Deborah immediately had a calming effect on us and the dog. With her firm but gentle guidance, we learned how to correct his behavior and desensitize him to potentially fearful situations. Deborah worked methodically and patiently with Mingus and us and was very encouraging the whole time. She was not only effective, but made dog training comfortable and fun. Today Mingus is very comfortable with people and has successfully overcome his fears. We couldn't recommend Deborah enough!" |
- Jeni and Antonio M, Santa Ynez
MINGUS...
| Deborah McArdle, Trainer and Behavior Consultant Santa Barbara Dog Training (805) 448-5405 petrelief@verizon.net |
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ZEBULON...
| "Zebulon, a Catahoula/Pit Bull terrier mix, spent his early years on a rural property with a companion dog. His dog-reactive issues weren't apparent until Zeb and I moved to Santa Barbara. Deborah helped me understand dog reactivity and gave me the tools to help Zeb manage his behavior. Thank-you " |
- Kathleen D., Santa Barbara