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"We both worked with Joana to train our own dogs. We were impressed with her logical and positive approach to dog training and enjoyed her personable, calm demeanor. (And so did our dogs!) Joana was always accessible for our questions and concerns. We wholeheartedly recommend Joana to all our family, friends and clients."

Dr. Marguerite Hoey and "Fosse" Hoey
Dr. Rachel Plafker Esrig and "Maisy" Esrig
Arlington Dog & Cat Hospital, LLC, Kearny, NJ 

Dear Joana,
“I cannot tell you how much your visit with us on Saturday meant -- and how much of a change in MacKenzie we have realized since your visit. Walking her is no longer an issue. As a matter of fact, we both enjoy it! Wow! That is something I couldn't put a price tag on.. In the house, MacKenzie is totally different. She watches T.V. with us and is perfectly content just being there. You really addressed all our concerns and your thoroughness was entirely professional. I thank you from my heart. We will now be able to appreciate MacKenzie and it’s so nice to see her progress as we re-learn our relationship with her. She has already mastered sit and down. Thank you, thank you, thank you.”

My best to you, 
Ellen Richbell, Teaneck, NJ

Hi Joana, 
“Continuing to use your techniques and following your advice, we have seen a major transformation in Onyx's behavior. Example: Onyx is definitely listening to Hazel much more than he had in the past, is more respectful to her, and has ceased to leap on anyone, especially Hazel. I could provide numerous anecdotes of the successes we have had with your behavioral modification guides but you probably get the picture. All in all, it's still a work in progress but there is no question that the time that you shared with us and your patient counseling have made a world of difference.” 

Thanks very, very much, 
Hazel and Myles, Edgewater, NJ 

Dear Joana,
“I just wanted to say thank you so much for the session on Sunday. It was so helpful and we all got a lot out of it. It was amazing how much information you were able to give us in such a relatively short amount of time. It gives us more confidence in training Sadie and will make us less anxious about her. Our kids got a lot out of it, too. You really had their attention and they have already started working with Sadie in a way that has her responding more positively.” 

Thanks,
Bill Lee, Montclair 

Hi Joana,
“Martin and I thank you very much for training Clifford. Your class was really great; we learned a lot about how to make his commands more reliable but also having access to all your advice is priceless. The class was great fun and we’re so glad we took it. We’re going to send off for his CGC certificate (we can send a picture of him with it to all our relatives!!). “

Thanks again for everything,
Ruth, Hoboken, NJ   

Dear Joana,
“Peter, Dood and I look forward each week to class with you. You are equally as effective with the pups as you are with their parents. Sincerely mean it- handling group dynamics is a skill."

So glad to know you, 
Lisa, Rutherford NJ 

Hi Joana! 
“I have to say Thanks again for helping me and Fosse train to be pet therapists. We just came back from Waterview Nursing Home in Cedar Grove and I continue to be amazed at how well Fosse has blended into this endeavor. He is very excited to "go and see the people" and he is so gentle and patient. I wanted to say thanks for seeing that in him - you always said in class he was going to be a great therapy dog - thanks for seeing that potential in him. You did a fabulous job exposing him to the walkers, canes, noise, wheelchair etc. A few months back a patient leaning out of his wheelchair fell on Fosse and he didn't budge or get nervous. He stayed still even when I dropped the leash to help the gentleman up and forgave the man and went back up to him and put his head in his lap! To him it's all second nature.” 

Smiles, 
Dr. Marguerite Hoey DVM

Hi Joana, 
“I worked with you back in December with my little 4 year old yorkie Parker. Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that despite my hesitation and fear, Parker is doing WONDERFULLY! We haven’t had an accident in my apartment in months. He is free to run around my house, my moms house, my office etc. I totally trust him now! He also lets me know when he wants to go out. Its amazing!”

Thank you soooo much!!! I couldn’t be happier.
Kristy, Hoboken, NJ

Hi Joana! 
“Topper is doing really well - we practice his commands on every walk, and we put them to use in the house as well. He's totally mastered "off", "come", and "look at me", which is amazing to us! He does "quiet" well too, just not as consistently as the others. However, instead of barking furiously, he'll give one or two yips and then be quiet, so he's not doing badly. We also make sure to include the command word in his praise, and we're using the gentle leader on every walk. 

We just can't thank you enough, we've made real progress with Topper and it has really improved our bond with him - he looks to us for direction and we're able to give it clearly and effectively. Thank you so much!!!!”

Best,
Amanda, North Bergen, NJ

Hello Joana,
“I just wanted to drop a quick note to thank you once again for your help with Stella. As you had suggested, we went back to the crating/walking schedule that we had in place when she was a pup. It worked instantly and helped acclimate her to her new surroundings without stress. We still have her on that same schedule but are able to give her more freedom in the house while we’re home without worrying about her having an accident. We have a great dog because of your help.  I can’t thank you enough.” 

Best,
Jen, Jersey City, NJ