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“Jeanie has a remarkable talent to work harmoniously with both the dog and owner to find immediate resolution to behavior issues. She does this with the utmost respect for the dog using gentle, fun and effective techniques. Jeanie was able to consult with my family over the phone to assist us with our dog related needs, it was like she was here in person. She knew exactly what we needed based on effective questioning and coaching. I highly recommend Beyond Obedience and their professional staff.” - Eric Leslie - Calgary Alberta, Canada

“Jeanie has been a wonderful & knowledgeable resource for advising me on behavior problems with my dogs, nutrition & supplement ideas. Since I work with the nutrition, herbs & supplements with dogs as well, we have some wonderful conversations & share lots of ideas. It's amazing watching her work with dogs!” - Lin Suffron, Dragonfly Herbals - Nanaimo, British Columbia

“Jeanie Collins spent five sessions with our one year old fox terrier, Angus, and transformed him from a puppy who was utterly out of control into a sub-adult male who not only obeys all the normal commands but who will, among other unlikely tricks, exhibit the extent of his self-restraint by lying with a piece of steak between his paws (“don’t touch”) until he is eventually allowed to “get it.” Considering his behavior prior to Jeanie’s training, this is nothing short of a miracle. - Page and Lynn Stegner - Greensboro, Vermont

“Jeanie……Yours is a splendid service – for which we’re most grateful. You’ve done a marvelous job of training us to train our dog. Your positive approaching rewarding good behavior makes each training session a pleasure for Max and for us. Thanks for your invaluable direction and assistance.” - Captain Alfred Pride, Retired U.S. Navy

"Jeanie has a way with animals that most of us don’t have. She helped our family understand WHY our dog did some of the things she did, which helped us solve the problems." - Karla Peterson, Grants Pass, Oregon

"Jeanie has a unique style of training people and their dogs; she makes training fun, simple, and interesting - for the dog as well as for the human." - Cindy Prosor, Gisbourne, New Zealand

I've loved dogs my whole life and anything I can learn about them is very welcome. Thank you very much, your puppy sessions were fun, interesting, enjoyable and taught me much! - Jessica Dorado, Reno, Nevada

Both the Kindergarten for puppies and the Graduate course has taught our dog and us the foundation necessary to know. Overall it was a really good course! - Anna Voegele, Truckee, California

Thanks Jeanie, we really benefitted from your class. See you in the future!! - Kent and Emily, Truckee, CA

We really enjoyed the class. You are great with the dogs! The time just went too fast. - Marianne and Jeff, Truckee, CA

Jeanie, you are amazing! You have a real talent. Thank you for sharing it with me and Lucy. You are very encouraging and have taken the mystery and most of the frustration out of puppy training. Thank you. - Susie Lewis

I was in awe of the way every dog responded to you! You are definitley connected and I could see the respect from the dogs. You are amazing and I loved and enjoyed every minute of our classes. Best wishes and thank you for some great tools to continue our learning together. - Carol McNamara

This class was great. We would love to attend future classes. Your ability to train dogs is wonderful - Camille and David

You go over and above with extra help and questions! It is very appreciated! We love having Teddy stay with you too! - Nancy Helms

Overall a great,fun, informative class. Wish we could have started earlier in his life. - Holly Patient

We have had many dogs over the last 30 years and this has been the eaiest and most effective training we've ever experienced. Jeanie's belief in what she does is contagious. Thank you so much Jeanie! - Larry and Veronica Cooper

I don't think hitting, choke collars, or electric shock makes for a strong bond and you don't advocate these. I watched you with Nicoles's dog and wanted the same result. - Lori Wojslaw

You made all the exercises so simple and understandable. We can't wait for your next class!! - Christine Marsh

So many people comment on how well trained Missy is. Your techniques in teaching me how to understand how she thinks is so simple and so effective. I loved your class! - Alison Bermant

Thank you for all of your wonderful, positive suggestions. - Madalyn Mondrus

Jeanie's enthusiasm and passion toward dog training is contagious. My puppy, Jasmine and I thoroughly enjoyed her easy instruction and benefited from her knowledge and problem solving abilities. Thank you Jeanie - Cindy Burson

Thank you so much for being a part of our ongoing learning experience. We are so grateful to have found someone so special and committed to our growth. We appreciate you so much! - Del and Kevin Porter

You have made an impact on our lives that will last forever! We are fortunate to have met you and grateful for all that you have taught us, Zurich and Lucerne. Honestly, we were quite worried about Zurich's social skills or lack of and your skills and talent helped us conquer a tough challenge. Forever Grateful - Chris and Brenda McConnell