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RAVE Retrievers

Comal, Texas

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31 December 2022

Horrible experience she is so rude, contradicts herself and does not really care about your dog. One of the most “ Jackal and Hide” personalities I have ever experienced. Don’t take your dog there

7 April 2022

My husband has been taking our 2 boys to Debra since they were pups. He is an avid hunter, and he loves working with our dogs. He his dedicated to their training, and that's what it takes to work through Debra's program.

This program is meant for serious dog owners, who know what it takes to work with their animals and are committed to the animal's success.

Don't take your dog to Debra if you're not willing to put in the work and time. Debra is teaching the owner how to train, manage, and consistently work with their dog, just as much as she is teaching and training the dog itself. Everyone is constantly impressed with our boys and how well trained and behaved they are.
That speaks to Debra's direction, but also my husband's time and commitment to her program, and consistently implementing what she teaches. That's the key.
She's been a great resource and assett in training our dogs.
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7 April 2022

Haven been going to train with Deb for over 8 years. She not only trains the dogs but the handlers. If you don’t know how to work your move with your dog you won’t know how to work your dog. She is one of the few trainers that has classes which makes a huge difference. More...

6 April 2022

Lauren works with Debra - do not trust her review.

6 April 2022

Debra Lee and Rave Retrievers have been an amazing part of our lives! Not only do I have two amazing Labrador Retrievers who have learned so much, I myself have learned how to be a better handler because of it.
When I first spoke to Debra I didn’t have any dogs but loved to hunt and had a dream to have an amazing duck dog. We talked on the phone about the work she does and what we are wanting out of our future dog. She immediately invited me and my husband to come to class to watch the dogs work and to show us what could be possible with our future dog.
She helped me get both of my amazing dogs and I am so glad that she took the time with my husband and I to learn about us and to ensure we got the best pups to match us!

Debra is very passionate about the work she does and about the dogs. She wants you to be the best handler you can be and helps you bring the best out of your dogs. I can't express enough how thankful I am to be apart of Rave Retrievers!

I highly recommend anyone who is passionate about their dog and building a working relationship with them to work with Rave Retrievers!
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4 April 2022

I feel a responsibility to share our experience so that other hunters and their companions are not subjected to this program.

I recently put two border collies in basic gun dog training at Rave Retrievers with Debra Lee in Jourdanton (previously out of New Braunfels). She assured us that these collies would make great gun dogs, were a favorite of hers to train, and would be ready in about 3 months.

We visited them after 8 weeks in training to see their progress. The dogs had to be bathed before they were brought out to us, as they were covered in their own urine and feces from not being let out - she admitted that she makes them use the restroom in their kennels.

After 8 weeks in training, neither dog could demonstrate basic obedience or a connection with Deb. They could not even correctly heel on a lead, and instead she dragged them around on a choke collar. No retrieving skills were demonstrated and the dogs had not yet been introduced to water, gunfire or birds.

We didn’t expect “finished” dogs, but when we questioned Deb’s progress with the pups – she immediately handed us the leashes and instructed us to “take your dogs” and leave her property.

Upon returning home, the previously house-trained dogs reverted to using the restroom inside - due to being forced to go in their kennel for two months.
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29 June 2018

This is hands down the most comprehensive obedience and/or gundog retriever training program there is. Initially we had chosen just obedience training, but Debra's drive and passion won us over and we continued on with bird dog training. Such a great experience. She's the pro so I recommend listening up! She even offers a train the trainer session to teach client how to be better dog parents! More...

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5 January 2010

Very knowledgeable, clean facilities, personable trainer, varied skills training, would definitely recommend

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3 January 2010

Debra is well versed in her field and can handle all dog personalities. Her training is humane and thorough. She is great about encouraging owner participation. Her love of dogs is quite apparent! More...

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3 January 2010

Rave Retrievers has been one of the best decisions I have made for my dog Ace's obedience and retriever training.Debra Lee is an outstanding trainer, and knowledgeable in all aspects of retriever and obedience training. I highly recommend her services to anyone interested in training their bird dog.Her flexible schedule can accommodate most, and the quick drive from San Antonio makes her training facilities an outstanding choice to anyone living in and around the San Antonio, New Braunfels, San Marcos, Austin areas.A++++++++ OUTSTANDING!!! More...

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2 January 2010

Knowledgeable, professional, exceptional training… I highly recommend!

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