Rusty, Dee and Sue are great dog trainers and wonderful people with a good heart! We discovered them in February and are regulars since then. They truly and deeply care, and we are grateful that we found this place for training and boarding. We learned so much about ourselves and the things we unintentionally did “wrong”. We learned to better read our Mal’s body language and how to communicate better with him. He was never the problem, it was our lack of proper communication with him. Rusty, Dee and Sue taught us this with rewarding the wanted behavior only and becoming consistent. You need to be willing to take accountability for doing things the wrong way or being lazy when it comes to train with your dog every day at home, even when you had a long day at work and you’re tired. They just teach you how to do it but the “doing it” part is your responsibility. Your relationship to your dog is only as good as how much you invest in it time and energy wise. Also, your dog reacts to your energy, so be mindful what you radiate when you train your dog. They need a confident leader to follow you.
It is so easy to blame your trainer and/or your dog…but the truth is that you as the owner have to put consistent work in. Every day and day by day. We love Southwest Florida K9 Services and we respect them as the knowledgeable and experienced trainers they are. And so does our dog! He loves going there. We highly recommend this place to anyone!!
About Southwest Florida K9 Services
Southwest Florida K9 Services is highly recommended for dog training that strengthens the bond between owners and their pets. The trainers, including knowledgeable trainers like Chris, understand different breeds and provide clear expectations for success. Clients have reported significant improvements in their dogs' obedience and socialization skills in a short time. The staff create a comfortable atmosphere, helping both dogs and their owners feel confident. Many find that their dogs become more confident and loving through the training process. The facility also offers boarding services, making it a good place to leave dogs when needed. Customers have shared positive experiences, noting that their dogs, including strong or aggressive ones, can be boarded and trained without difficulty. The team's support extends beyond training, creating a friendly environment where clients feel like family. With reasonable prices and a welcoming atmosphere, many consider this place a top choice for effective training and support for their dogs.
Rusty, Dee and Sue are great dog trainers and wonderful people with a good heart. Clients have learned to better read their dogs' body language and how to communicate better with them. The trainers teach owners how to reward the desired behavior and become consistent. The relationship between the owner and the dog is only as good as the owner's investment in time and energy. Clients love Southwest Florida K9 Services and respect the trainers' knowledge and experience. The dog also loves going there. Barbara (Scotty) Marshall and other clients highly recommend this place for dog training needs. Dee takes time with each dog, going over the training thoroughly and making sure the desired result is correct. She is encouraging to both the dog and the human, and clients are excited for the training each week.
Reviews
I was scared to board my rescue dog anywhere because she is very strong and can be difficult to handle. She wouldn’t be welcome or do well at the cutesy place with all the little dogs where I took my previous dog. I am glad somebody gave me this recommendation because my dog was no problem at all here. Grateful to have a good place to board her when needed.
I highly recommend anyone seeking training services for their K9 to check out Southwest Florida K9 Services. After many failed attempts to find trainers to help me train my German shepherd I finally found a team that actually HELPED me. They helped to solve her dog reactivity and got me on the road to great obedience. This team has a wealth of knowledge and experience that supports not only the dog but the handler too. Above all training at this facility you become family and have a wealth of support not only from the training team but from other customers that are either going through or have gone through what you are going through!
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Hours
Monday 6AM - 6PM
Tuesday 6AM - 6PM
Wednesday 6AM - 6PM
Thursday 6AM - 6PM
Friday 6AM - 6PM
Saturday 6AM - 6PM
Sunday 6AM - 6PM
Location
6230 Mellow Drive, North Fort Myers, FL 33917
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