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First off, if I could give Jonathan and crew a rating of 100 stars I would! Jonathan is truly a professional trainer which has made our lives much easier with Loki. We contacted Jonathan for our pit bulls aggressive behavior towards other dogs and he was willing to take him in and work with him to get him healthy. Loki’s mannerisms have changed along with his aggressive behaviors, we are grateful for Jonathan and his group. I would highly recommend Jonathan with your furry four legged friend. Thank you Jonathan!

I recently sent my dog to the 2-week boarding training program with Michelle and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Michelle was fantastic and really took the time to understand my dog’s needs. Michelle and her husband John provided us with daily updates and progress reports which gave me peace of mind for the two weeks he was gone. When I picked up my dog, I could tell that he had learned a lot and was much better behaved. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to improve their dog’s behavior. Thank you Michelle!

American Canine Academy has, no doubt, changed my (and my dog's) life - putting my dog, Pippin, in the advanced immersion training program was the best decision I've ever made for her, and for myself. Pippin is a sweet, but difficult, rescued hound mix from Texas. Before working with Sean and Jasmine, Pippin was hyperactive, inattentive, and difficult to train and communicate with. While loving and smart, she has a stubborn personality and definitely knows how to push boundaries. I used to say she was a "good girl, bad dog." Multiple trainers with various methods were unsuccessful for Pippin in the past; I believed I had an "un-trainable" dog, but ACA proved otherwise. I signed her up for the advanced immersion training program after our consultation with Jasmine, who has been incredibly friendly, communicative, invested, and professional from the start. Throughout the program, I received weekly report cards, which included videos of her training and updates on her progress. Toward the end of the program, it was determined that Pippin would need a few extra weeks to ensure her success and fine-tune her learned skills. Jasmine continued Pippin's training (at no extra cost) until she was ready, giving Pippin the extra care and attention she needed to succeed. It is clear that Jasmine, Sean, and the entire team at ACA are dedicated to going the extra mile to make sure each and every dog not only learns, but maintains, the skills they learn at American Canine Academy. After her training, Pippin came home as a totally different dog - she is now calm, attentive, and easy to communicate with. She listens to commands and is well-behaved both at home and in public. She walks politely on-leash and remains focused off-leash so I no longer worry about her chasing after a rabbit or prairie dog. To say that Jasmine and Sean changed our lives is an understatement - we wouldn't be able to do a fraction of things we can today without their effort and follow-through. Busy public areas with lots of other dogs, and activities like off-leash walks, hikes, and runs, mountain biking, splitboarding, paddleboarding, swimming, camping, backpacking, long-distance travel, etc. are no longer spent worrying about how Pippin might react or behave. ACA will not only give you an obedient dog, they will give you a dependable companion. Following Pippin's completion of the advanced immersion training program, Jasmine made sure that myself and all other household members understood Pippin's training, commands, and boundaries. As part of their Lifetime Guarantee, ACA offers free group classes every Saturday to practice skills and obedience in a variety of settings. In addition, should any follow-up questions or issues arise, Jasmine is happy to work with us one-on-one at no cost. Jasmine, Sean, and trainer Brenna check in with me periodically to make sure Pippin is doing well, which shows how much they care about each dog's continued success. There is no doubt in my mind that the folks at American Canine Academy are the most compassionate, invested, and professional dog trainers out there. I feel confident recommending ACA to anyone looking for expert training that will transform your relationship with your dog. Thank you so much Sean, Jasmine, and Brenna! Pippin and I are forever grateful for your dedication and hard work.

I haven't used their training yet, but I called to get a price quote for correcting my German Shepard's barking problem. The owner very friendly and told me a couple of tricks to try before paying for his services and they worked great. Helga's barking is almost zero now. I will be getting a new puppy this summer and I guarantee you I will be using this place.