Kristina's Critters
“My dog's behavior had reached a point where it made me consider rehoming. I felt completely overwhelmed and even called several shelters while searching for someone to take him. Thankfully, several people recommended Kristina, and working with her completely changed my understanding of my dog. She helped me realize that he wasn't aggressive—he was dealing with an overwhelming amount of anxiety. She taught me how to read his body language, recognize his triggers, and use techniques to redirect him before he reacted. Kristina was honest from the beginning, explaining that his anxiety likely wouldn't disappear completely, but with training and environmental management, he could be the best pup he could be, which is a big baby. She also showed me how to better manage his environment so he would be less likely to react out of fear or stress. She did recommend medication to help reduce his anxiety and support his training. I am more relaxed, and my dog more responsive to my commands. I have adjusted his environment and need to stay on top of it. One moment that really stands out is when he dropped a live rabbit from his mouth the instant I called him. I never would have believed that was possible before working with Kristina. We had both Zoom and in-person lessons, and Kristina was always flexible, professional, and supportive. I'm very grateful! She truly changed our family's life.”
