Training Testimonials

"Vera's most important quality as a trainer (besides her vast knowledge) is her honesty and her caring about dog and owner."
—Peggy Moore with Fenian, Ashland, OR

"Vera is incredible! She really understands dogs and what makes them tick. She's great fun to work with."
—Margot Holtzman with Lola, San Rafael, CA

"I was at my wits' end with a pile of dog training books, advice from vets, and trainers, and a dog who just wouldn't train. Then Vera was recommended and suddenly I got it. Now my dog is well trained and we have a wonderful connection."
—Susan Robinson with Schooner, Point Reyes, CA

"Vera Reeves is one of those exceptional trainers who understand how dogs think."
—Catherine Rice with Coco, Berkeley, CA

"Vera makes the training fun for the dogs and their humans. Your dog may not even realize he is being trained!"
—Maggie Hall with Riley, Napa, CA

"I came to Vera as a last resort. My Australian Sheepdog mix, Casey, failed several classes because he was aggressive and uncontrollable. I had heard that Vera carried a reputation for turning out-of-control dogs around. Although I kept waiting for her to recommend that I just have Casey put down (as had been suggested to me); she didn't. Instead, she let me know that I needed to unlearn everything I was taught about dog training.
Vera worked a miracle! Casey is happy, well adjusted, bonded to me and is completely reliable off leash. In obedience, he is clearly running circles around his former class mates. He is a pleasure to have around now, and I can't thank Vera enough for her dedication and skill in training dogs."
—Pat Manley with Casey, Berkeley, CA

"My experience with Vera has been wonderful for both of my Rottweilers and myself. Thank you so much; you are truly the best!"
—Barbie Mulholland with Bear and Grizz, Novato, CA

"Before training with Vera, we were fearful of potential disastrous consequences of our Fox Terrier's aggression. Sadie's talent and ability were immediately apparent when we followed Vera's instructions! Our very energetic terrier is now a delight to have in the family and great fun to take through the agility obstacle course."
—Katherine Maxwell with Sadie, Novato, CA

"My young Boxer, Spock, was very aggressive and unmanageable. Even after hiring serveral so-called dog trainers, Spock continued to get worse. When I came to Vera, I was at the end of my rope. Her skill and compassion for dogs were immediately apparent. When Vera works with a dog, she moves like a fish in the water. The dogs adore her. Today Spock is a confident, obedient and easygoing dog. What a difference the right trainer makes!"
—Chantal Philipona Young with Spock and Guinan, Tiburon, CA

"Vera, the ultimate intellectual alpha dog, has made dog training into a science that she can actually teach you. Owning a dog becomes a joy and not a chore."
—Jane Norman with Noodles, Novato, CA

"Although we went to basic dog training with our very sensitive but aggressive Shepherd, we were not able to control Tenya's behavior. Vera taught us how to train Tenya. She saved Tenya from a life where she would be relegated to the house and yard because we would not have been able to take her anywhere. I would give Vera three thumbs up, but I only have two!"
—Al Cornwell with Tenya, Novato, CA

"Words fail to express my gratitude for what Vera has taught both my German Shepherd Dog, Pele, and me. Some images will be forever lasered into my mind's eye—and lessons I've learned from her have also transferred into my personal life."
—Karen Bierer with Pele, Mill Valley, CA