Lillian@SpeakDog.net
(361) 205-2215
Read what people are saying about Lillian and the positive changes they are seeing in their dogs:
Lillian’s
training of my Maltese puppy has been a tremendous help. I had
problems with Murphy running out the door anytime someone came to
the door. With Lillian’s training tips, Murphy now sits and
stays in front of the door, when I open it, with a simple cue
“Place”. Thank you, Lillian!!
Jill
Silvey
I am a very
dedicated pet owner but I was guilty of disciplining my dog with a
rolled up newspaper or a swat on his rear for barking. He would
receive a severe reprimand for his infrequent accidents in the
house. I thought I was training him.
Due to my ignorance of pet training I had no control and this led to his tragic death. He dashed out the front door before I could grab him, encountered my neighbor’s aggressive pit bull and was mutilated and killed.
Months later I acquired a Norfolk terrier puppy named Alex. This time I wanted to be a knowledgeable trainer so I proceeded to research various trainers and their methods. A friend suggested I contact Lillian because she had heard excellent reports of her positive training methods.
I arranged for Lillian to meet with Alex and learned it was also my training session. Lillian arrived at the appointed time and within a few minutes, Alex was happily responding to the clicker she had introduced. Harsh words, shock collars, choke collars were no where in sight, only gentle, patient training.
Two of the most important behaviors Alex and I learned were ‘Touch’ and ‘Leave it’. Alex learned to touch a bell beside the back door when he needed to go outside by placing his paw gently on the bell. To our amazement and amusement this behavior led to Alex playing a small piano.
The cue ‘Leave
it’ came in handy for a variety of uses, but most beneficial
when we go on walks. We have approached dead birds, dead squirrels
and discarded KFC lunches, not to mention other dangerous articles
for Alex to consume. By utilizing ‘leave it’, we enjoy
a much safer walk.
Through Lillian’s clicker training
method, I now know there is not a need for abusive or cruel
training methods. Lillian is very dedicated to her profession and
understands dogs by observing their body language and is sensitive
to the relationship between an owner and their pet. Due to
Lillian, we have a wonderful dog that is a family member who gives
us great joy and much love.
Anita Phelps
Meet Kismet and
Chivas, our two young energetic “toddlers”. After
local pet store training our “kids” had all the basics
down. The problem was their inconsistent behavior and we soon
found ourselves taking one step forward and two steps back.
Here comes Lillian to the rescue, a professional trainer that came to our home. We have learned many great things since working with Lillian. Kismet and Chivas will actually “come” when called and they are so much more social around people and other pets.
Nothing that we tried previously got results like with Lillian. Something equally as important that we’ve learned, is give your dog a job. You wouldn’t believe some of the simple exercise Lillian taught us that got their brain going and they love it.
Many, many thanks
Lillian for all your experience and guidance.
John
and Sue Stafford
