Testimonials From My Clients

Renee Premaza Phone: 609-280-9338 Email: renee@JerseyDogTrainer.com

Renee,

We wanted to thank you for your time and patience with us. We appreciated your kindness and sense of humor. We are really good dogs now. How have we been lately, you ask? Well in our book, good! I, Gizmo, have not left the yard or marked anything in the house in about 3 weeks, and I am going strong. I, Snowball, have not chewed on anything except for my toys, like I am suppose to. Our care takers are really happy with us, and our mommy will be home in a few weeks. We do miss your visits, and just wanted to send our gratitude for your expertise.

Thank you

Gizmo & Snowball
& Drew and Stephanie Bachovin

Chloe was a rescue dog from the Camden County Animal Shelter. She was found roaming Camden and was adopted out to a single woman. After four months Chloe was returned to the shelter because the woman kept her crated all day and night. The day that Chloe was returned my son and I went to the shelter looking for a companion for him. He saw Chloe and fell in love with her. When we brought her home we soon found out that she had a horrible case of separation anxiety. She was destroying our home and would not go near a crate. We did get her in a crate one day and she broke out! I was at my wits end and was ready to return her to the shelter also. But when I talked to my son about returning her he was upset, so I said we would give her a chance with obedience training. We found Renee on the web. After the first visit Chloe went into her crate willingly and even is in there before I tell her to go. She has learned how to sit & stay, leave it, lay down and stay and is coming along wonderfully. Renee is the reason that Chloe has not been returned to the shelter. She has actually saved Chloe's life because after being returned twice she probably would not have been adoptable. Thank you Renee for caring about animals so much you are a God Send and I have recommended you to many people. Keep up the great work!!!

Janet Toton

Hello Renee,

I have had the opportunity to learn from a lot of great people (incl. you!) over the last few months; in combination with working with borderline hypothyroid dogs who show almost all the problems described in the Defensive Dog Forum, this has been the best and most thorough education on dogs and dog behaviour a "newbie" could dream of.

Just like you thanked me for my input in the forum I would like to thank you for your excellent posts and articles which have helped me a lot in the past - and will do so in the future.

Regards,
Daniela

Renee,

We cannot thank you enough for all of your help with Niko & "Us." I have been telling everyone how wonderful you are as a trainer. You have made a world of difference helping us. Thank you so much.

Gary, Linda & "Niko"

Stratford-Lindenwold Rotary Club

Renee gave a talk to the Stratford-Lindenwold Rotary Club, November 3, 2004. Here is a quote from their Newsletter:

"Renee Premaza captivated us with all the information we wished we had before our dogs trained us! Renee's storehouse of knowledge answered so many of those questions we never thought to ask. In covering everything from purchasing a dog to positive reinforcement training, Renee revealed that what we considered our pet's phobias, were actually our own shortcomings in using good leadership skills to train him. Never lose sight that if you don't train your dog, he will train you! If you think about it, much of what Renee applies to training pets easily rolls over into everyday people situations..."

You are the best Renee! "Bosco" adores you and so do I. Thanks for all your kindness, patience & wisdom.

Warmly,
Katherine

Sadly, Bosco, a sweet and energetic Boston Terrier, lost his life in late 2004. I had the pleasure of visiting with him at home while training him as a pup, and again in group classes when he hit the difficult stage of adolescence. He was a great dog and he will be sorely missed.

Camden County College

The following is a quote from a student who attended Renee's class at Camden County College.

Renee, thank you so much for teaching our mommy so much about us. We are much happier now that mommy has become a good leader. Thanks again, "Wednesday" & "Mickey"

Thanx Renee. I learned so much in this course.

Cheryl Villosi

Received: 9/17/05 from a student in one of Renee's puppy classes:

Got the email....will implement right away......watching Honey in the class...she is very distracted.,...a little shy.....realizing she may not have been socialized as much as we thought she was......soooo...distracted. today was the first day of DOGGIE CAMP....going to have her there 3 days aweek...Mon wed Fri...... also noticed that MINNIE was doing so well....she had some IN HOME training? perhaps thats a thought as well..... your thoughts....By the way.....You are wonderful! what a find! I love your expertise, and your fabulous positive energy.....shirley

Thanks so much for all your assistance in training Stoli. He really has come out of his shell, so to speak, and is more outgoing towards other pets. He is truly becoming a well rounded and polite member of our family. I never thought he would be able to learn so much in such a short period of time but your training has certainly made it possible and then some! Thanks again. Joe, Mindy and Stoli Yost Stoli is a Coton De Tulear. He came into my class as a very shy puppy with other dogs and people. He graduated six weeks later first in his class in October, 2005. We hope to see him back in the "Brats/Adults" class this coming November. Congratulations Stoli Yost!! 

(Email received 11/2/05)

Hey Renee-

I hope you remember me - I was just looking at my e-mail addresses and thought I'd give you an update on Bo, my crazy boxer! He is now 2 1/2 years old, and he has turned into such a wonderful pet. After your training, and a lot of patience, he is no longer in the crate, he is very well-behaved, and so enjoyable to have as a pet. Of course, I always knew he would be, but Tom wasn't quite so convinced! I just wanted to thank you for all of your help with Bo, and I hope all is well with you. Thanks again!

Judy Brussow

Bo was one of my biggest challenges as an obedience trainer. When I first met him, it took about 1/2 an hour for me to get from their front door up the stairs to the Brussow's living room because he was jumping on me non-stop! After several weeks of in-home training, Judy and Bo came into my "Brats" class and he showed marked improvement during the 8 weeks of class. That was about a year ago. Good job, Judy!!

Angel

11/20/05 Graduation Day for Angel: Hi, my name is Angel and I am a 2 year-old Pomeranian (teacup). I love my mommy and just about everyone that I meet. I was so surprised the day I entered my 1st Puppy Class. There were so many puppy dogs and people waiting to greet me. I had my very own special training space in class, just like all the other puppies in the class. My Training School even had a special Play Room, with lots of toys and treats for all the puppies in my class. Wow, was I lucky to be able to go to my Puppy School and have two of the very best caring Trainers Renee Permaza and her Assistant Sandy at my School called "Dog Days" in Marlton, NJ. I am so glad that my mom learned "dog" language and sticks to my learned commands. Now I have less stress trying to figure out what in the heck she is talking about, when she is speaking to me. I don't have to play guessing games with her anymore. (I don't feel like I have to jump through hoops, trying to please people anymore.) I can, finally, relax and enjoy being content; doing my part: just obeying commands. Now, I know for sure that everyone likes me ...just the way I am! So.. Thank you Renee and Sandy.... for teaching my mommy how to understand me better. PS - Thanks for all the treats, games, new tricks, and especially for play time with all my new puppy friends at the end of each class. PSS - My "dog dream" is to be able to have a real job as a real Therapy Dog; so I can help real sick people and children smile and forget their pains a little, while I entertain them and show them a little affection. That would make me REAL HAPPY!

Licks and Kisses,
Angel

Angel graduated from her CGC class on May 7, 2006 and received her Canine Good Citizen Award from the AKC. NO SURPRISES THERE! Her mom, Marianne, is planning to train Angel through Therapy Dogs International so she can become a "Professional Therapy Dog." Her classmates and I are sure she'll make one of the best therapy dogs around who will visit hospital patients and make them want to smile. Good luck, Angel!

6/27/06 - email from Laurel Allen to Susan Piergallini (received with permission of both Laurel and Susan)

Dear Sue, I had Renee out again on Sunday for 2 hours and you won't believe how well the dogs are doing. Jake (wild Jake) lay on the floor with a piece of meat on his leg without eating it and they all are walking better and learning how to "look". It is wonderful and tons of work too. I will be taking Jake to Brat school on Wednesday nights at Dog Days at the end of July.

Laurel Allen
Assistant Director, Group Exercise and Instructional Classes
3701 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

This email was received on 7/29/06 from Jackie O'Malley regarding her adolescent Dalmation, "Celtic." Celtic is enrolled in Renee's "Bratty Bunch" group manners class:

Hi Renee, I have to tell you that I LOVED your class. It was well worth the 1 hour drive from Hamilton. My neighbor is getting a Lab pup in Dec. and already I told her she has to take your class and contact you... Things seem so much better. I also already checked your site for our youngest. I keep reinforcing to Christian that he can not sit on the floor or lay down with the dog. At 2 and a half it is hard to sink in but we are always there when they are together so eventually it will all sink in. Hope we are doing well?? I went and got the hook Friday to tether him in the kitchen when we are eating and he jumps up... he is getting used to the idea that he already had his meal and he is included with the family but must stay where he is and enjoy his toys while we eat. Also working with the puppy biting. I did the exercise of holding the food in my hand and only releasing when he was gentle-he picked up real quick. Also the BIG thing he does that is great to us is we trained him to sit and stay while we place his food and fresh water on the floor to eat. I was very proud of him for doing so well with that because I wanted him to be a gentleman while we placed his food down. I even stop half way down and say stay(for a second or two) and he does!! So we will work on the puppy nipping with the tether and turning our backs, etc. I showed my husband and the kids so hopefully that will start to improve... Can't wait till Thursday so you can meet Celtic. Thanks for all your wonderful advice.

Jackie O'Malley

Good morning, Renee

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Your ONE visit has done wonders already. Bullet is responding well, although I realize that he needs a tremendous amount of work. I've been doing all my reading and "homework." My goal is to teach him a solid "sit" command by the time you come again. ...thank you sooo much again. I can see you're going to be a GODSEND for all of us.

Debbie Clark
9/20/06

Email received 10/02/06

To Renee:

Banjo & I wanted to thank you for your assistance. He's a much better dog after taking your two classes & we have a better relationship now. We already received our CGC certificate from AKC!!!

Thanks again,
Sandy Amos

Banjo is a rescue dog. He is now 8 years old and began coming to classes about a year ago. He attended the Brats class, but at that time didn't like being touched on his harness and would mouth Sandy when she'd go to put on his leash. Banjo also would growl and lift his lip when someone would touch his paws. Sandy has worked very hard and has done a splendid job to train her dog to accept all the things he didn't like. He recently received his Canine Good Citizen award and aced the examination! Congratulations Sandy and Banjo  :-)

Email of 11/29/06

Renee,

We are really looking forward to next Fri.  You  must be very impressive because my husband was very skeptical of training and he didn't hesitate to want you back!  I think I may even have talked him into signing up for the group lessons in Jan...  I was home sick today and my Mandy girl has been sitting so polite most of the day.  The challenge will be seeing how she acts when the kids get home.  Thanks again, I can see you are going to be a huge success with our family!

Lori Bergstrom

Email of 1/18/07

Hi Renee,

We can't thank you enough for all the great advice you have given us. Kody is responding very well to the advice you gave us on the biting. My mother was at our house the other night, and he started to bite her pant leg. I told her we had to leave the room. She at first thought I was kidding! I told her no, I was not kidding, and we left the room for 30 seconds. She was absolutely amazed at how Kody responded! He is really improving day by day with his behavior. Now that we are rewarding him after each potty..., we have not had an accident in the house in two days! He also is responding very well to the clicker. We have been working with him every day with the clicker for sitting, coming when called also.

Thanks again for all your advice. It has helped us a great deal. See you Sunday.

Lori Jenkins

Email of 3/1/07

Hi Renee,

Cody and I would like to thank you for your help and support over the last few months.

There once was a dog named Cody who couldn't climb steps, was afraid of curbs, squirmed when he was held/picked up, disliked walking on sidewalks, avoided going near the car and regularly got car sick. He was one unhappy little puppy and didn't know what to do. Then he met a nice lady named Renee who helped him with these behaviors. At first he was "home schooled" and the lady came to the house. Sometimes she seemed a little too strict but Cody wanted to get better so he tried his best to listen. Then he went on to "join the class" with the other puppies. He even started looking forward to going to school. He got two gingersnap cookies and then would run to the car for a ride to school.

Now Cody is starting to become a wonderful little dog. He hasn't had problems with any of the above behaviors for several weeks. Sure, there are some areas that still need work. But everyday his mom sees glimpses of behavior that show how much potential he has now that he is no longer held back as much by his fears.

It's been a real roller coaster ride with Cody since September with many ups and downs. But we have met so many people who really care about animals and want to help them. It's really been heartwarming. Thanks Renee for being one of those people.

Regards,

Donna Lepsky

Cody came to Donna as an 8 week old puppy. She took him out and socialized him, but on one very unfortunate day Cody went for a walk and a neighbor's Great Dane attacked him and tried to kill him only 2 weeks after Donna brought Cody home. Cody wound up at the University of Pennsylvania with severe injuries. It was touch and go for several weeks, but Cody survived. Because he had to endure several more weeks of recuperation, he missed out on learning about the world as a young Sheltie puppy. Donna is a wonderful guardian to Cody and has worked extremely hard to re-socialize her dog and to teach him what life on this earth is like. Cody is learning that other dogs can be fun to hang around with, but he's not yet ready to give his complete trust. He is a work in progress, but with Donna he is certain to become a wonderful companion pet for her. It's been a pleasure working with both of them!

Email of 3/23/07

Hi Renee!

Simon is about to reach his one year anniversary with us. We met him for the first time last year on March 22 and went back on the 25th to sign the papers. He came home from the doctor's office on the 28th. What a year it has been! Our first training attempt was with a choker collar and jerks and snaps. It was pretty obvious we were not going to get Simon to change his ways with that negative reinforcement. The day you arrived and began winning him over with the treats, we had a feeling that there was hope for him. The clicker training really got his attention and soon things like kids on bicycles, busses and other dogs did not elicit the rage response we were used to seeing. We even used the clicker to get him used to his booties that he wears out in the snow. He causes a stir in the neighborhood with his coat and boots on those freezing winter mornings. Simon is getting along very well with his neighbor dog friend Mikki. They have recently begun "play-bowing" to one another and chasing in circles. No barking or growling at all. He looks forward to catching up with Mikki when we go for a walk. This is an amazing breakthrough for him as he came to us very dog aggressive. I am now working to get him friendly with a puppy down the street (Dixie, an English Setter - she will be a big girl one day). His first meeting with her (from the safety of my arms) went very well. We will begin to meet her from the ground in a couple of weeks with the aid of the clicker.

That's about it for now. Thought you would enjoy the fact he was playing with Mikki. We even went over to their house around Christmas and the boys ran around inside. This week Mikki ran over to our front door where Simon was standing and begged to come in. Pat opened the door and in he came. Simon was fine with that so we'll need to have them over at our house to see how the boys get along here.

We will have to schedule a visit to the park once the weather gets nice and stays that way. Enjoy the springtime!

                                                                              

Regards,                                                              

Jay, Pat and Simon, too

Email of 7/16/07

Hi Renee                                                                                                                                                                        

I recently checked out your website. Good job. The "Boys" were wondering if you would put their hydrant picture on your website. They want to be famous! They want to let viewers of your site know how you were a great inspiration on them and an excellent trainer.

Taz on the left /Jake on the right                                                                                                             

We all miss you!                                                                                                                  

Bill Bohnet     

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Email of 12/11/07         

Here is a picture of Gunny visiting the Cresent Hill Academy (formerly the Cerebral Palsy School). If it wasn't for your training, we wouldn't be there. Thank you for all your help with Gunny.

Annette                                                                                     

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EMAIL OF 1/16/08

Renee, thank you so much for your visit today. What a great day! I know that the dogs and I enjoyed learning, and in fact I am already seeing results.

After you left, I gave them lunch and before I put "Alfie's" bowl down, his butt hit the floor... Lunch went very well. Afterwards... I took Alfie and Rocky for a nice walk together. When we got to the gate to leave for the walk, Alfie started his wild barking, and I just calmly said, "Quiet"... and they all looked at me immediately and did get quiet. I praised them immensely. What a difference. They all seem to know what quiet means. They all seem to realize that "there is a new sheriff in town" and seem to be watching me for any cues whatsoever and/or treats.

I realize that I need to work on tone of my voice, and constantly be aware of them and keep training everytime that I get a chance. Again, what a fun day and thanks so much for your insight and help.



Regards,
MaryAnne Erwin

"Alfie," the Bichon on the far left of this photograph, completed his CGC class and passed the American Kennel Club's "Canine Good Citizen" test on 6/29/08. Alfie will be awarded a beautiful certificate from AKC.  Congratulations to Alfie and his mom, MaryAnne for their hard work and a job well-done!

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Email of 3/12/08

                                                                

Hi Renee

I should mention, lest you think I wasn't paying attention in class, that I fully realize that "Harry" is sending a calming signal to the chesty lady!!!  But to the "untrained" eye he looks like he is trying not to stare down her shirt ;0). To update you on his royal shyness -- he is still slowly improving.  He will actually approach people now, but sometimes, after a few seconds he reverts to hiding behind his mama again.  At least we see him improving!

Cash's new "job" is ambassador and donation dog extraordinaire for the Voorhees Animal Orphanage!  He has done three 2 hour stints at PetSmart and stood out by Cooper Road with Santa during the Holiday Open House.  People have been so generous with him, it's like their wallets levitate out of their pockets to give him $$.  We just knew he would be successful at using his sweet nature to help homeless animals.  Thanks for your training and sense of humor!  We couldn't have done it without you and Sandy.

Mary Anne and Bruce

                      

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Email sent 4/27/08

Renee –

Thank you so much for teaching us how to be better doggy parents.  It was immediately obvious that we needed the training as much as, if not more than, Pokey!!  Your ability to understand what he was trying to tell us and how we needed to “communicate” with him was invaluable.  He is so much calmer and happier

I highly recommend you to all our friends with puppies – and even those with older dogs that could benefit from your help.  Please feel free to use us for recommendations.  Thanks again from us and Pokey.

                                   

 

Michelle and Jeff

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Email sent 6/16/08

I'd like you to know Pudge is really doing great! He gets along with strangers and other dogs alot better. He is a pleasure to be around. Right now, he is laying calmly,next to me on the floor. I'm glad I got in touch with you when we did. It made such an improvement. I'm sure Pudge thanks you too. He turned out to be a wonderful pet.

Beverly and David                                      

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Email received 6/29/08

Hi Renee,

You are a amazing mentor and i hope you don't mind if i email you if i have some problems with any clients i might have. also i know i said it before but i'll say it again, if you ever need an assistant i would love to help and get as much experience as possible. the more i'm getting hands on the better i will become,  i can't thank you enough, you have been absolutely wonderful to me and misha, and this has been one of the best experiences of my life. thank you,

Justin

Justin is a dog training student with ABC College. He brought his dog "Misha" into a group "Brats" class as part of his Externship training requirement with ABC College. Misha learned all her basic cues and she is a very sweet and happy dog. The one behavior that Misha refuses to do is lie down on cue.  As seen in this picture, however, she likes to lie down when nobody tells her to ;-)

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