Barb Demarest came and worked with me and my dog, Acer.  Acer is seven years old and a mixed breed.  Acer is an excellent dog, but had three habits that I couldn't seem to get under control.  First of all, no matter what type of collar I used with her, she would pull hard whenever we went on a walk.  Also, when we saw another dog,  Acer would lunge and bark and completely ignore any commands from me.  The third irritating behavior was when someone came to the house for a visit, she would not leave them alone.  She wanted to jump on them, lick them and bring them her toys to play.  I had resorted to putting her in my room  whenever anyone came to visit.

Interestingly, the dog I had previously to Acer had these very same habits, so I realized that it must not be the dog misunderstanding and disobeying me but me not communicating well with the dog in the first place.  So, when I heard that Barb would actually come to my house and work with us in our nomal setting, I was thrilled.

Barb came and we got started.  Right away, she realized Acer was a smart dog and overall a good dog so how could I not like Barb?  First of all, we worked on leash walking.  At that first session, Acer walked without pulling!  Walking Acer now is wonderful.  She still trots happily along and sniffs and enjoys herself, but my arm remains at my side and there is no pulling at all.

We worked on Acer's reaction to other dogs.  This was the most difficult part of the training because we think it stems from when she was attacked by another dog when she was about one year old.  This was not an easy fix, but I was impressed with the multiple strategies Barb worked through until we came up with the one that worked.

Barb solved the issue with visitors at that first session and it has worked beautifully whether I have one person or 15 people in my house.  Acer behaves wonderfully and no longer has to be shut in my room until everyone is gone.

I would wholeheartedly recommend Barb Demarest as a trainer for any kind of dog and any kind of difficulty.  She really has the knowledge and the skills needed for the training and also a deep love of dogs.  I am very grateful to her for her help in training us.  I do mean "us", because it is not just the dog that needs to learn to communicate! 

 Sarah M., Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

I wanted to let you know how much better I feel since utilizing your services.  My dog was showing signs of aggression as a young dog and I wanted to try to do what I could to help his behaviors and make him a happier dog and me a happier owner.  The techniques, tips and suggestions you taught me to work with Brody have helped my dog become more at ease and a safer dog to be around.  My relationship with him has improved since understanding Brody better and now knowing my part of what I can do to help him.  I would recommend Barb to any of my other dog-owning friends for any behavioral or problem issues they may have with their furry friends!

Kate W., New Cumberland, Pennsylvania

We were first-time dog owners and had just bought a Westie.  Before our dog, Captain, had totally trained us, we called Barb.  Barb was a lifesaver!  She taught us how to live with Captain and how to train him correctly which was very important.  We love him more than ever and now he really listens to us.

 Patrick, Teresa, Carolyn and Harold, Camp Hill

Barb was a huge success with our 4 year old Rottweiler Rogue.  Our dog happens to love to watch sports on TV.  This would be fine except that she made it interactive by jumping and barking at the dogs and also licking the golf balls and footballs across the TV.  Tennis was also interesting as you can imagine!  After Barb came we used her techniques and Rogue is now able to enjoy TV with us and we can avoid the slobber streaks and barking.  This was one of the many ways Barb was able to assist us in maintaining a more calm and manageable home.  We have appreciated the follow-up assistance over the phone after the last visit as well.

 Alyson, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania