A letter from a client with a leash aggressive, incessantly barking Pomeranian

Chris, I just wanted to say thank you for all you have done for Max and I.  The other day watching him with Emmy reminded me of how far we both have come. All I could do was stand there and watch them play with a tear in my eye and a big smile on my face.

I was remembering back to when I first called you and how close I was to just giving up and putting him up for adoption, that fateful day I walked into Dog Daze and they handed me your card changed everything for both Max and I. I am not sure what would have happened to the both of us if you hadn't been there to help.

Just thinking back to the days I dreaded taking him anywhere for fear he would go "MAD MAX" at the sight of another dog or even some people for that matter and now I take him everywhere with the confidence in knowing he will do fine, and even if

"Mad Max" slips out I now have the knowledge and confidence to handle the situation. And oh the countless sleepless nights of him barking and me so frustrated I couldn't see straight. I am so glad those nights are over.

The best day ever was taking him to the Puyallup farmers market, which is a test for any dog with the crowds of people and numerous dogs, and have another Pom owner come up to me and say they wouldn't dare to bring their Pom because he would never behave as well as mine does. Needless to say my head was a little higher and Max got an extra special treat.

I came home after watching Max and Emmy and how well they played and the special bond they have with the belief that Max somehow knows Emmy changed his life. Before all this I was ready to give him away and now if anyone were to offer me a million dollars for him I would turn them down in a second without hesitation.

We are not the perfect dog and the perfect owner and we are both still a work in progress but we are a much HAPPIER work in progress thanks to you and Emmy! I know a simple thank you is not enough but it is hard to put into words how grateful I am. I look forward to many play-dates with Emmy and watching that big grin come across Max's face at the sight of his favorite trainer and playmate.

From the bottom of our hearts Max and I say a big Thank You!  Claudia

Claudia

 

 

 

just wanted to say thank you for all you have done for Max and I.