HappypawsNTails

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Introduction

I am a certified professional dog/cat trainer for over 18 years. I will partner with you to show you how to navigate the potential challenges of life with your dog/cat by bringing out the best in them. I have owned numerous dog and at present have a Doberman named Nitro. I also have 3 cats that I have had since 2 weeks of age that I fostered from local shelters. My job is to help you make your pet a great member of your household. Our animals are God's creation and each one deserves to be loved and trained. I am skilled in identifying and managing problem behaviors using positive reinforcement methods. I am experienced in developing and leading group dog training classes. I have been mentoring with Susan Garrett a renowned world dog trainer. Whether you have a puppy, challenging adolescent, a newly adopted dog or cat or a dog or cat with behaviors that you would like changed, I am here to help. I also teach scent training as well as tricks. It is important to keep your dog or cat stimulated by using their mind also. I am not qualified to teach therapy dogs and I do not board dogs. It is my privilege to help you and your pet.

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Hired 157 times

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17 years in business

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Brenda W.

Jul 2, 2024

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We had a very productive first session. I’m very impressed with the knowledge and the training approach. Wilma spent a lot of time with me and my challenging puppy. 😃 I’m looking forward to my next session.

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • I'm flexible • Leash pulling • House training • Biting • Chewing • Destructive behavior • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

HappypawsNTails's reply

Thank you Brenda for the kind words. You are going to be a great dog trainer

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Casey B.

Feb 23, 2023

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Working with Wilma has been an amazing experience so far! We are still continuing our training as we can tell she really cares about what she does, not only is she training our dog but she is teaching my fiancé and I how to be our own at home dog trainers! The knowledge she has given us and the changes we have seen in just a few short weeks have been amazing! She is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about her work, she goes above and beyond and even checks in on our pup when she can’t be around. She is extremely responsive and has made some huge changes with our little guy in such a short time. We appreciate all of her work and can’t wait to learn more to be the best doggie parents for our little guy!

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Biting • Leash pulling • Barking • My home, venue, etc.

HappypawsNTails's reply

Casey thank you for the fantastic review. I appreciate you. Wilma

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Nancy P.

Jan 9, 2023

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We have been working with this trainer for a month now and the value they offer not only for training with our puppy but also with teaching us the skills necessary to train effectively is priceless. We believe we are setting our family up for a remarkable future with our puppy that will grow into a well behaved member of our family. We are thankful to be able to work with HappypawsNTails because she is so sweet, so positive and affirming, and I can see through my pup’s behavior that this trainer already has her attention and respect. Which in turn, as long as my family and I are willing to put in the work, I know we will have the same attention and respect that is needed to achieve a well behaved dog. The trainer also said it can work with our other dogs too! So I guess you CAN teach an old dog new tricks! Thank you so much! 💛

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

HappypawsNTails's reply

Thank you so much Nancy for the great review.

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Terri C.

Dec 4, 2022

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Wilma is very professional and has a lot of experience with dog training. Before our first visit she gave me great advice to help me keep him safe at night and we actually slept. Gave us great exercises to work on that I found very helpful and look forward to more training sessions. If anyone needs help training their dog I would highly recommend her.

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • House training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

HappypawsNTails's reply

Thank you so much Terri. I enjoyed you all also.

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Elizabeth R.

Nov 30, 2022

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Wilma is amazing. She is very patient and answered all of our questions regarding training. Super happy with her advise and guidance. Thanks Wilma

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Chewing • Crate training • Biting • House training • Barking • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

HappypawsNTails's reply

Thank you so much. You all are great to help

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge lower than most pros because I want to make sure the dog stays with their family. The only time I charge more if I have to travel a long ways or if there is more than one dog.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to ask the clients to write down from most important to least what they would like to accomplish. Discuss the goals and start a plan to make it happen.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I went to the Animal Behavior College and am certified for dogs as well as cats. I have also gone to many classes on how to work with dogs and cats that are shy, aggressive, have chewing issues, toy or food possession issues, etc and have obtained certifications for these as well. I also am qualified to do scent training and have learned from my previous mentors to do trick classes. I do not train for therapy dogs and I do not board animals.