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Client Testimonials

Good morning Dave,

Rob and I were extremely impressed with what you were able to accomplish with Cooper in a week.. You are wonderful at what you do. I wish we found you sooner but are sooooo happy that we did and that you were able to take him..  Rob and I each took him for a walk yesterday and he did really well. Way better than before. It was such a relief.. Rob worked in the back yard with him and I'm going to tonight.

Thanks so much for taking such great care of him while we were gone and spending so much quality time with him. We really really appreciate all that you did for him.

We will talk to you soon and I have your business cards and passing the word around.

Thanks again for all your help.   

Patti

 
 

Hi Dave,

Jason and I are very impressed with how Jake turned out.  We were even
more impressed when we got him home and he still listened to the
commands and behaved like he did when we were with you.  Jason actually
took the day off today because he had fun practicing with him so he's
going to continue throughout today.  You did a great job!  As a matter
of fact the cats actually walked over and sat with Jake at his "place"
and Jake didn't move.  It was great to see that.  It's the opposite now.
The cats follow Jake around because he drags the leash and they like to
follow it.  I'll say it again, I'm very impressed!!!

Thanks again,
Linda

 

 

I own a 2.5 yr old male Central Asian Ovcharka and 2yr old female Caucasian Ovcharka... Both are rare breed mastiffs which primarily work in defense drives and are independent thinkers and fairly large.  Overall, I know what I am doing but in regards to formal OB and certain problems, I needed someone with real dog experience who I could trust around my animals.  

I went to Trouwe Hond dog training, owned and operated by David Ranieri.  Dave has an immense wealth of knowledge in regards to dog training and has been training for 15 years . He has trained and titled dogs in various dog sporting events. However, what is more important to me is his ability to teach you in a manner so you can understand what it is you're doing with your dog and why you are doing it.   

Because of what I have learned from Dave, I have gained knowledge, confidence, control, and more respect while working with my dogs in public areas .  Dave is there for his students, is always willing to listen, give advice or make you laugh.   I would recommend him to anyone that wants a well behaved trained animal. 

After watching Dave and his dog, you will realize that there are no words to describe what he is as a trainer...He will inspire you to do well by your dog. 

 Barbara Tassinari

In Memory of Barbara

Barbara Tassinari tragically passed 4/22/08.    She was a very special person, and a good friend.  

It is a difficult loss.  She will be dearly missed.

 

 

We have a 1 year old Golden Retriever who was out of control.  He has a very dominant personality and was jumping up, biting, not coming when called and virtually chewing everything in the house.  We thought about giving him away but decided to try training as a last resort.

I was referred to Dave by a friend of mine that is a true dog lover, who has 5 dogs of her own, so I knew my dog would be in good hands.

After the training I could not believe the difference.  He actually came when called, he wasn’t jumping up any more and we could eat dinner without him jumping up at the table.  He would sit in a designated spot until called.  I actually had to look closely at the dog because I thought they might have switched him for another dog, that’s how dramatic the change was.  I was skeptical that it wouldn’t last but it’s been about a month and things are still great.

 Dave, thanks for giving us back our family pet.

 Tim & Patty Sullivan

 

 

When I decided I needed a natural guardian dog for my home and to take with me to work as I work occasionally in some rough areas, I researched the Malinois. The 2 Malinois I have from you exceed any expectation I had. They are the smartest, instinctively protective yet most loving and affectionate breed I have ever seen.  With Mallee & Zod as my protectors, I feel very safe.

We are so glad we found you Dave and the Malinois breed.   We'll see you soon for more training.

 Thanks so much,     Denise & Randy

 

Hi Dave,

I hope you are sitting down for this.  I took Colby to the dog park last night and for the first time I took him off the leash and let him run with other dogs (6 of them).   He did amazing.  He was so tired last night that he could barely move.  So I just wanted to thank you again he is doing amazing.  It's like we have a whole new dog and it is all because of you!  So thank you sooooooooooooooooo much.
-Amy

 

 

Dave,

We wanted to send you this note to tell you how impressed we are with your help in the training of our 2 year old German shepherd, “Conan”.   His improvements over the past year have been greatly appreciated by our family, especially my wife and I.  

We first tried to train him with another trainer, which failed miserably.  We were politely asked to take him elsewhere.  We were out one day and were driving by your house and happen to see the sign posted at the end of your drive way and gave you a call.    

When we first brought Conan to you, he was very unruly, out of control, hard to walk and did not listen to any commands.  After one week with you at the rein, we arrived to pick up Conan, and were pleasantly surprised to find a totally different dog. Conan and I walk every night and it has now become part of our routine, which I look forward to each evening.  He has finally learned his place in our family.  He is a great dog today.   

We just want you and your readers to know how much we appreciate your assistance with our dog.  He is a very special pet in our house, and we all enjoy his companionship very much.

Thank you,

Russell and Carla Wentworth

My dogs are doing great!  I am so relieved on how well they have done, and I loved the way Baxter looked at you, I could tell he loves you and you have taken good care of him and his aggression issues.    Baxter and Sadie did great this weekend up in NH, we had 20 guest sleeping over and 10 more for dinner Saturday night, they were great, we also had 3 guest dogs, Baxter and Sadie had a ball, his behavior was excellent.

Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow.

Sandi & Dan

 

 

 

Dave,

Thank you for giving me the dog I always wanted.   I took Jake for a real "test drive" this morning.   Just me and the dog!  He is so much more than I had dared to hope for; he responds to me so well now.     He is very obedient yet loving and affectionate and attentive.     I worked with heeling patterns, sit - stay was very good.   I took him out and we worked with heel, lots of turns.   He did not move when a dog went by.   On the way home I walked him right past this guy who was getting on a bike - no problem!  I let him run around a little more with some of the other dogs; he looks so different compared to them now.   I love this dog!   

Thank you,

Roberta Gelmont

PS David walked Jake on the streets without a leash and he was perfect.


Jake’s History

Jake was rescued by David, and Roberta Gelmont from a shelter in Los Angeles.  Jake was uncontrollably barking and had bit and lounged at several people including his owners.  Jake was going to be euthanized prior to adoption.   The Gelmont’s brought Jake to me and they signed him up for the 2 week In Kennel Training & Remote Collar Training Program.   After the first few days with Jake it was apparent that he had also been the victim of past abuse.    I quickly became very fond of Jake as I learned more about him and what was triggering his aggressive behavior.    I found him very receptive to proper training and he had a natural desire to please.    Roberta, and David are now handling him successfully and can bring him anywhere with out concern.  

The Gelmont’s were very eager learners and saw something special with Jake as did I.   This story had a good ending but it is a common story I hear to often that usually has a very bitter unnecessary ending.  

To read more about Jake Click Here

Jake, Trained for off leash Obedience and now training in Personal Protection

 

Dear Dave:
Hi! Hope you and your family are well. What is happening to all of us is unreal we have in one way or another being tested by Dox and have stand our ground with your teaching.
Dox is calm and happy. We are doing everything you recommended including the new crate ( I must confess after Dox have an accident, and we are feeding him the same way you did).
So we have gone in two and half weeks from a frantic dog that bark all the time, was destructive and incredible levels of stress. To having a dog we love to walk and relax with. I know we pay you but sometimes there are things you give to others that go beyond monetary value, thank you.
I have already recommended you to friends of our that have a very energetic puppy.
Also, I beg you to consider the possibility next summer of training Josephine as dog trainer on Fridays, she is young and what an experience...
With High Regards, Irene and family
 

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