Testimonials
Nothing warms our hearts more than hearing the success stories from the people we get to work with! Over the years our clients have been here to support and cheer us on in our endeavors. So we would say that they have encouraged us as much as we have them. It has been a joy to work with so many awesome dogs and their families. Getting them to a place of being able to enjoy life again without the stress is what it is all about!
At Kinfolk Dogs it never has to be a one-and-done training program. When you choose to work with us- you are a part of our Kinfolk family! We continue to help everyone we work with as their lives grow and change, so that everyone can have continued success. Thank you to the Kinfolk we have so far- and those of you we have yet to meet!
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Greg and Stacy Matthews
I can't thank Taylor enough for the incredible transformation we've seen in our two German Shepherds. Before we met Taylor, we had tried other trainers with no luck. Walking our dogs was something we dreaded because of their reactivity on the leash—they would pull, bark at kids, and bark and lunge at other dogs, making each outing stressful and embarrassing.
Then we met Taylor and everything changed. We've gone from dreading them to actually looking forward to walking them and taking them places. Taylor didn't just train our dogs; he taught us how to be better owners, providing us with the tools and knowledge to continue our dogs' progress.
If this sounds familiar and you're struggling with a reactive dog, don't waste any more time. Talk to Taylor and Ashley right now! I promise you won't regret it. Their expertise, patience, and effective training methods have not only improved our dogs' behavior but have also enhanced our overall quality of life. Thank you!
Justin and Amber
We were struggling with a few issues with our Rottweiler pup. She would constantly wander off to the side and pull while walking, she didn’t have any recall off leash, was starting to nip when startled and she loved to counter surf for food and take things that were not hers… Rocki has chewed our belongings. We were scared she would get something that could hurt her. She always was very hyperactive, even in the house, bouncing from sofa to sofa, etc. didn’t really know her size.
Since training with Taylor, we have seen a huge change in our girl. Her recall is great. We can now hike off leash and on leash walks are a wonderful now. No more pulling! Her place training is helping immensely in the home and we have her comfortable with her crate.
I can’t wait to continue training our fur baby with all of the information and techniques that Taylor has provided us!
I honestly was scared and didn't know what training with our Rottweiler would entail. Taylor has been great to work with. No questions I have go unanswered, very friendly and patient. I would definitely recommend Taylor to family, friends and neighbors in our community.
Thank you Taylor!
Megan and Max
Since the day we welcomed our puppy into our home, Taylor has been an invaluable resource. Taylor not only provided us with essential training guidance but also shared valuable insights on managing toys, furniture, and dietary choices. Given our dog's high-energy nature, Taylor's expertise was instrumental in teaching us how to instill calmness and engagement through play. His dedication to dog training is truly commendable, and I wholeheartedly recommend Taylor to anyone in need of expert guidance in dog training!
Marilyn
I hit the trainer jackpot when I met Taylor. I was nervous to say the least, I was looking for someone who could help me with my two year old Saint Bernese Sam. Sam can act like a disgruntled teenager and I knew the trainer not only had to jive with Sam, but jive with me. From our first meeting I knew I could trust him with my Sam. Taylor's extensive knowledge of dog behavior paired with his hands on training has been amazing. Sam is a different dog! Taylor has always been there for us, always answers my question and most importantly I know he loves Sam as much as I do. Taylor is so personable and kind. I have learned so much and love his training methods. Taylor changed life for us! We met as trainer and client, and now I am honored to call him a friend.
Matt and Anelisa
When we reached out to Taylor for his help we were in a tough spot. One of our dogs had just gone blind and the other was becoming increasingly violent. After one session with though, Taylor gave us hope. He dove into the work with positivity and an immediately apparent knowledge and passion for working with animals. It's difficult to summorize how much his work has helped us, but it has been life changing. Plus, he's just a great guy to spend an afternoon with.
Cassie and Riccardo
Hiring Taylor was the best decision we made for us and our dogs.
After over a year of living together with no issues, our dogs became aggressive towards each other. We talked to our veterinarian, did our own research, and hired a behavior expert in the hopes that we could get to the root of the problem. We tried different medications/supplements and implemented all recommendations, but the aggression continued to escalate. Nothing seemed to help. We felt like we had lost control of the situation and were having to consider separating them permanently. On the recommendation of a friend, we contacted Taylor.
It was clear from our first meeting with Taylor that we had reached out to the right person. He evaluated our situation without judgment or criticism. He clearly outlined his process and was transparent about his expectations for us and our dogs. Following his program meant changing almost everything about how we lived and interacted with our dogs, but we were willing to try anything that might help.
It was an often-emotional process, but Taylor was there every step of the way to listen and offer support. We started noticing positive changes within weeks of starting the training and after only a few months of consistent work, our dogs were back to co-existing with minimal intervention from us. Now, they play together, enjoy walks together, and most importantly, we have the tools to prevent the same thing from happening again.
We hired Taylor as a last resort, but in hindsight, he should have been our first call. We are forever grateful to Taylor for his knowledge, guidance, and support. We can’t recommend Taylor and Ashley enough.
Shannon and Neal
Taylor is amazing! We can’t say enough about how he helped us transform our dog. Arlo was a young pup and had become very reactive toward people and other dogs, to the point where we couldn’t have company and taking him for walks was very challenging. We attended multiple dog training courses while he was a puppy and did our best to socialize him. Nothing seemed to work until we enlisted the help of Taylor.
Taylor worked with us to identify Arlo’s triggers and showed us exactly how to correct his behavior. His approach to training was straightforward, to the point, and extremely effective. He customized a plan for us that was realistic for us to implement and gave us the tools to be able to continue to help Arlo grow. From the moment we met Taylor at our initial meeting he put us at ease. Not only is he one of the most knowledgeable trainers he is also incredibly kind. To both dogs and humans. His help gave us and Arlo the confidence to go out into the world.
After our official training with Arlo ended, we have reached out to Taylor for multiple reminders or questions and he never hesitates to provide guidance. We now can take Arlo on off leash woods walks, out on walks through our neighborhood and many other situations we wouldn’t have considered possible a few months ago.
If you are considering getting help in your dog training journey, stop looking. Taylor is it.
