Pet & Working Dogs Training and Kennel
West Newbury Massachusetts
(12)
West Newbury Massachusetts
(12)
Breeding German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois
We train all breeds from pups to adult
12 customer reviews
Adam J Stivaletta
I’ve had enough experience with Robin to see her in action countless times with not just my dog but other peoples as well and I’ve boarded my dog with her enough times to confidently say: Phenomenal trainer, phenomenal boarding program. She has a good, appropriately firm way with dogs and understands their individual needs down to a psychological science. Great balance of reward and correction tailored to each dogs individual personality. BOARDING: AWESOME!! Facilities are well kept. (Robin is a reputable breeder so she’s on top of keeping a clean environment.) Dogs get plenty of socialization and exercise and are pretty much always handled by professional trainers or someone who’s experienced enough with advanced training techniques. I have one of Robin’s Malinois. He is a “workin family companion”. This is one of the only places I trust leaving him. (Otto is the puppy, back right side) More...
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Jane Dean
Robin is awesome with animals. I believe she was born to train them. I have been training my dog with her 1 month and notice great results. Top Notch Training 5 stars for sure. More...
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Jan Waldman
Robin Desmond is truly the best dog trainer around. We found her when we ran into some concerning adolescent behavior in our GSD. Within two lessons our pup had turned around his unwanted behaviors. We continue to train with Robin as our pup works toward his CGC. She loves our pup and he loves her. More...
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Mikhaila Waldman
I couldn't ask for a better trainer! Robin truly understands the personality of the guardian breeds. Robin's methods are wonderful because she brings out the best in each dog while making the experience fun for both dog and owner.
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Isley Skye MacKendrick
Prior to meeting Robin, my dog aggressive shepherd couldn't be within sight of another dog without raising his hackles and making a scene.
After just a couple classes, he's now able to sit next to other dogs without making any noise about it. The change in his behavior is absolutely remarkable.
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Taylor Renee
I knew when I dropped off my Boston/Frenchie mix that Robin would have her hands full. I didnt have extremely high expectations for only 5 days in training but it was my goal that Raven would come home able to walk on a leash in our neighborhood without trying to attack everything that moved.
Robin made amazing progress with Raven's socialization and even got her to the point of sitting without a leash next to another dog which blew my mind.
In addition to that progress Raven now sleeps happily through the night in her crate (which was an issue) and responds better to my commands (sit, stay, etc...) in general.
I HIGHLY recommend Robin. She was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating! :)
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Darlene Kinsman Martin
Robin is absolutely amazing. We have a timid Shepherd that we had even tried Prozac on and then Robin took her for some work, and what a difference. She is doing awesome with commands but more importantly, she is comfortable in her own skin. She is more calm, happy, relaxed and loves being a part of Robins pack. It is a pleasure walking her now with a better grip on commands. I highly recommend Robin!!!! Grateful for life. More...
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Catherine Hart
Robin is an incredible dog trainer and caretaker. She truly understands canine behavior and easily and naturally works with all types of dogs. Her training methods are efficient and effective and the dogs respond well and love working with her. I highly recommend her for all the services she offers. Her love of animals is obvious and you know your pet is in good hands. More...
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Jessica Valadares Ronayne
Our Belgium Malinois was starting to show signs of aggression to other dogs and people. Robin did an excellent job in socializing and exposing him to uncomfortable situations. She has helped train us on how and when to correct him. She also helped make walking him and our husky a pleasure, they both no longer pull! I highly recommend Robin to any dog owner who is having difficulties handling their dog, she trains them and you! More...
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Linnea Smiley
Been meaning to leave this review for a while but keep getting busy and forgetting. Robin is absolutely incredible, she not only helped train my dog but also me, teaching me how to reenforce and maintain his training as well as methods to continue training even after I moved to California.
I was really struggling with my young puppy's barking and heeling and she got him to go from a tiny demon into a focused and well behaved fur ball.
I cannot stress enough how much Robin transformed my dog's behavior, it was a complete 180° switch. The best thing is with Robin, she adjusts the training method for each dog, working with their motivators and adjusting how stern she has to be on bad behavior to the level they need to understand the point. On a side not any time we were headed to meet Robin, my dog would lose his mind with excitement, he absolutely loved her.
I had my dog stay with her on several occasions for boarding and training and it was invaluable, Robin taught my puppy to play safely with young kids and socialized him with her own dogs, who are amazing. Both my dog and I love and miss her and our training sessions with her.
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Jeri Jennison
After a very stressful hurricane evacuation and a long move to Antigua, our 18 month puppy developed anxiety. After being socialized everyday her whole life we were beginning to go backwards in her training. With not knowing any social events for dogs or many people here we were worried about her future development. I happened to meet Robin one night and told her about our dog and she was there the next morning ready to help even though she was on vacation. In just 2 days she helped me rebuild my confidence in training her and recommended the prong collar for walking. Robin was an angel to us for getting us all back on track. Before it was a huge challenge to take her for a walk. Now we are walking at least 2 miles each day and Bella is slowly making new friends. We will always look forward to Robin coming to Antigua and getting to work with her. More...
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Lisa Faia
Just bought my first puppy from Robin and couldn't be happier with my pup. Robin is a wonderful trainer and will continue to work with her.
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