Canine by Design

When we first got Cricket I knew we were going to need help with training. We have never had a high energy dog, and needed a lot of direction. Canine by design was here to help. Ashleigh our trainer, is kind but firm. She taught us that training isn’t as complicated as we thought and that Cricket had the ability to do the commands that were asked of her. Today was our last session and my daughters wanted Cricket to learn how to “shake a paw”. Within a few minutes Ashleigh had her doing it! Ashleigh gave us the confidence to teach our dog new tricks while still maintaining the good manners that were taught by her. We are forever grateful, thank you so much Ashleigh!

We made the decision to buy 2 GSD puppies litter mates and were overwhelmed by their energy and wrestling. We put both dogs in their 4 week board and train program when they were 6 months old. Jason and Jess on the administrative side and Kailey and Lex as the trainers were amazing!!! They addressed specific behavioral issues like barking and running to the door. Which was a huge problem for us, especially with little kids coming over to play with our kids. Kailey and Lex corrected this in both dogs, its so nice! I can walk them both at the same time if I want and they both walk loose leash and dont bark at other dogs or people. No more aggressive wrestling with each other and greet people calmly without jumping. We would HIGHLY recommend Canine by Design to anyone!!

Canine by Design has boarded my Sheepadoodle twice this summer, each for about a week, and they were wonderful. Jess and Ashleigh both provided updates throughout the week with photos and summary of what Bullseye had been up to, including multiple walks daily, park or play time, and being brushed out or any grooming needs thry felt necessary. Bullseye was picked up and dropped off promptly and I feel they went above and beyond to make sure he was happy. Pets are cared for in their homes, not just in a locked room. Don't hesitate scheduling boarding with Canine by Design today!

I have tried several different obedience training programs and nothing has ever seemed to stick for us. Sending my dog to the board and train program has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my dog and myself. Jason, Jess, and Lex have been wonderful. Lex was so good with my dog that it was easy to see my dog was comfortable with her which was something that I was worried about. Everyone was so great when communicating with me and giving me updates. I genuinely can’t say enough good things about our experience as well as the education both my dog and myself have received. I highly recommend this company for any dog training. They train for longevity and teach you how to keep up the obedience. I’m incredibly grateful.

I have a 6 yr old male GSD. He is a Schutzhund working dog and can't be handled by everyone. I explained to Jess that I needed someone to care for him and my 6 month old puppy for several days. She placed them both in trainer Lex's care while I was away. Lex understood the needs of my dogs. She worked with both dogs and they responded well to her, especially Danger who was thrilled to go to work! I am pleased to have found Canine by Design - Jess and Lex- and I am confident they understand and provide the best care for my dogs when I need to travel.

We just finished a board and train with Canine by Design, and they did an awesome job! Our English Mastiff is a nervous dog who is very timid and unsure of new people that enter our home. They helped us implement a "place" command so our big guy could go and relax while people are in our home. He was also very nervous outside of our home, and they took him on many field trips to help desensitize him to new surroundings. They also did some loose leash training, and now we can go on walks without him pulling or wanting to go ahead of us. Lex has been so great with our follow up sessions and has answered all our questions to insure we have continued success! We have loved our experience with Canine by Design and are so grateful for how well they took care of our big boy!

We could not be happier with the results we got with the board training program at Canine by Design! With a newborn and a 70 lb puppy who is STILL growing, we needed help setting the foundation for our sweetheart Molly. She was treated with kindness and love, and our experience having her home has been wonderful. Our family has a better relationship because of Molly’s training!

I have had several dogs in the past but have never hired a trainer. Game changer! Ashleigh was so great with my Cavamalt and not only did she train her but probably more importantly she trained me. I grew up on a farm where our dogs just ran free so that is pretty much what I allowed my dogs to do in the past. Ashleigh taught me so much and so far my cute little Bianca is doing amazingly well. Worth every penny!

I cannot say enough good things about Canine by Design. They are wonderful! They are very professional and knowledgeable. I was having resource guarding and leash reactivity issues with my dog so I sent him for a six week board and train program and couldn't be happier with the results! He is so calm and well behaved now. He is even off leash and listens so well. The trainers came to my house for an evaluation and even picked him up and dropped him off which made it easy and stress free. Lex is absolutely amazing and has fully explained everything and always answers any questions I might have. I have called her multiple times and she always stops and takes time to help. She checks in and makes sure to tailor the follow up visits to fit exactly what we need and what we want to work on. She took such good care of my dog and really cares about him. He gets so excited to see her when she comes for the follow up visits! I wouldn't take my dog anywhere else.

I could write a whole essay with how much I have loved my experience with Canine by Design. We enrolled our 6mo Bernadoodle into their puppy bootcamp and were thrilled with the work they did on Richard but even more thrilled with their follow through with our family. They understand dog psychology and are able to teach and coach the family to work with their dog specifically, not generic things that don't work with your dogs temperament and family lifestyle. With little kids and a busy active lifestyle we wanted to make sure we had the tools necessary to include Richard in everything we do, they got that and have been excellent in helping coach us first time dog owners into it. They're the best!