“Our family has been working with Abby for almost 4 years and since that time we have grown from a 1-dog family to 4-dog family - all rescues. Over these 4 years, I have worked with Abby in both private and group training environments. Abby is extremely knowledgeable in positive reinforcement animal training and possesses a natural ability to work with dogs of any temperament. Our dogs are very excited when it's training time with Abby and happily greets her at our home for privates and even in group classes. Our first dog Korra is female border collie mix and we began working with Abby when Korra was a puppy. Korra is very intelligent and excited to train...she has high energy and requires training that challenges her, yet also provides guidance and structure. Consistent training with Abby has achieved both as Korra is a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and currently working towards Advanced CGC...plus Korra loves her trick training as well. Another rescue in our family struggles with confidence and another rescue we have is very fearful of new places, new people, and new things. Abby has been able to implement training strategies for every dog in our family whether it be obedience or behavioral conditioning training. I highly recommend Abby for dog training...she is the best in this area and the best I have ever worked with.“
“BEST decision we EVER made for our dog!!
We added a crazy silver lab puppy to our family. Mind you, people warned me not to get a silver, but his little puppy eyes just stole my heart.
At 14 weeks he came to us with confidence and anxiety issues. At 5 months he was completely over the top with trying to dominate everything at home; but was the biggest scaredy cat outside the home.
Initially, Neil worked with me one on one to give pointers and advice. He advised that training will always have to start at home. After a few independent training sessions, and following up consistently at home, we saw significant improvements. As our boy grew, and gained confidence (and weight) he then tried to be in control every situation. We decided at a year old he should do board and train so that we could ward off any severe problems before they started. After just a few weeks he came home the most polite boy we have had. Neil is an amazing trainer and has a no nonsense approach.
Our boy still LOVES to go to the kennel for doggy day care. I feel totally comfortable to leave him at this kennel. The staff is knowledgeable, caring and friendly. The dogs play in very small groups and the staff watch closely to make sure everyone is well matched to play together.
I’ve had all of my dogs in another more bougie, upscale, very pricey facility - and have not been as happy as we have been at 7 Lakes.
7 Lakes Kennels, by far, will always be our facility for boarding and day care.“
“K2 is AMAZING!! Top Notch Training Center! State of the art. The Staff is warm, welcoming and friendly. Lainey who's one of the senior instructors their, very knowledgeable! She'll definitely teach an old Dog a thing or two. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!Former student“