Our Clients Say: Jessica W

Athena the Mixed Breed

I am writing this recommendation to share with you the positive training experiences I have had with Tanya and Well Mannered Dog Training Charleston. My name is Jessica and I have an 8-month-old boxer mix named Athena. I wanted to train Athena while she was still a puppy. I tried to give Athena basic training and I was not able to accomplish the training I wanted her to have.

While researching different dog training companies on the internet, I came across Well Mannered Dog Training. I immediately called and could not pass up the services they provided. Having a trainer come to my house and see how Athena was in her surroundings was exactly what I wanted.

Athena and I began training with Tanya in mid-October 2008. Athena and I certainly enjoyed Tanya as our trainer.

I can definitely say that Tanya is a master teacher of both the four-legged and the two-legged species! She was patient with both of us. Her style of training is very positive, full of knowledge and motivation. I immediately saw results after the first lesson.

Tanya was always efficient and made sure I understood the correct way to train before she left each week. I absolutely would recommend Tanya as a trainer for all puppy and dog owners.

During sessions, Tanya addressed issues and concerns first, producing quick results, which allows us to cover new training as well. Since the fall, Tanya has worked with us to accomplish much: Athena comes when called, sit and down stay are consistent, hustle/whistle, shake, and heel. Before training I could not walk Athena; she would pull, jump on me and would not listen. I enjoy walking Athena now, she stays on my left, does not jump and it is a pleasure taking her for walks. These results are Tanya’s training and influence.

But the highest recommendation would come from Athena herself, as she immediately took to Tanya and was excited to see and eager to please her every time!