Success Story #61: Neil and Marion Upritchard

"Dear Daniel.
We got Henry through the Cocker Spaniel club of Great Britain through their rescue centre, that looks after our part of the country. He was a 2 and a half year old Golden Cocker Spaniel male that had been neutered by his previous owners, who were looking to have him rehoused as he allegedly had snapped at one of their young children. He is a smashing dog, but came with minor faults such as jumping up at everybody, pulling on the lead, barking at friends and strangers particularly if they happen to be wearing black clothing.

Having very little training in dog handling and understanding dog behaviour we purchased your book, with the sole aim of trying to understand why Henry behaved in the way that he did. Taking one issue at a time and with the tremendous help from the book, we have converted Henry from the loveable dog with his little faults to an extremely well behaved and social dog that everybody loves. As you can see from the photograph he just like to be in peoples company and will get involved in all sorts including the gardening. We have now loaned your book to friends who need a little help, so keep up the good work."
-- Neil and Marion Upritchard and Henry (U.K)

Success Story #62: Mitch Fletcher

"My name is Mitch Fletcher; I’m 22 years old and live in central Pennsylvania. I have a Boxer named Chopper who is about a year and a half old. He is excellent with my family, friends, and the general public. I am able to take him everywhere I go and spending time with him is what I look forward to everyday. The Secrets To Dog Training Books have helped me immensely in reaching the goals that I have for my dog.

From the basic obedience rules to the advanced training tips, I have used the recommendations and commands from Secrets To Dog Training and our success is clear. Placing my dog in a “sit, stay” and jogging over 200 yards away without looking back, then calling him in with the slightest recall is just one of our many inspiring routines. I am now getting into the dog whispering section, talk about connecting with your pup.

I recommend this book to everyone who has a dog, especially if they have specific areas where their dog needs help. The problem solving sections of the book are great. Happy Dog Training."
-- Mitch Fletcher (Pennsylvania, USA)

Success Story #63: Charlie, Casey and Sasha

"Daniel,
We bought your books to help us get to grips with our 4 year old German Shepherd Casey that we rescued. He was in a bad state and had some reasonably severe behavioural problems including continual pulling on the lead and more worryingly attacking other dogs. We had been battling Casey for a few months and had 'invested' hundreds of pounds in many training aids, none of which were making any difference.

Very quickly and for a lot less money we read your book and the theory started to make sense. We worked with him rather than against and assumed the position of alpha dog; things got easier and easier. He is now a joy to have around and is definitely enjoying his life a lot more, so much so that we have taken the leap and got another rescued German Shepherd for him to have some company. This time round we are armed with the right tools and life is a lot simpler. See what looks like any normal dog picture but to us is a minor miracle with Casey (on the left) and Sasha (on the right) in perfect harmony. Thanks again."
--Charlie, Casey and Sasha (United Kingdom)

Success Story #64: Anne Jackson

"I like dogs but had been unable to own one for over thirty years due to work and travel commitments. When I at last bought my puppy "Jolie", Secrets to Dog Training really helped me to bring her up with minimal problems, developing a wonderful canine companion. Initially, she was urinating in the house up to 10 times an hour! I used your Direct Method, plus I used strong odour removers when we had an accident - and I persevered. I will not pretend that it was easy but now, at 5 months, she is clean overnight for 9 hours, she recognises the commands "Hurry Up" (urinate) and "Business" (defecate) and she is nearly always clean in the house. Thank you."
--Anne Jackson (United Kindom)

Success Story #65: Nancy Gray

"Daniel,
I am very happy to say that since using "Secrets to Dog Training", teaching Maggie who the "Alpha Dog" is, using command enforcement and frequent training sessions have helped tremendously. We enjoy her so much more and she is very well behaved with a few things that we still have to work on. Thank you so much for all your help. Because of your books we are now able to keep our pet and enjoy working with her and it has changed our lives. We are now so much more aware of her needs and her wants. Thank you again."
--Nancy Gray (Michigan, USA)

Success Story #66: Denise Arrighi

"Attached please find my lovely 7-month old chocolate lab named Monalisa, Mona for short. With the help of your books, a healthy diet, and newly found friends at a nearby (unofficial) dog park, Mona and I are having a wonder first year together. Knowing what to expect before you get a new pet is the best way to start a relationship. With the help of your books, our first year has not gone perfectly, but I have been able to find solutions to issues as well as prevent problems before they occur. Thanks for all your help."
--Denise Arrighi (Rhode Island, USA)

Success Story #67: Amy Schaum

"Daniel,
Secrets to Dog Training has helped us bond with and train our challenging beagle-terrier mix. We got Watson from a rescue organization that knew very little about him because he was so undernourished. As his health improved under our care, many behavior problems surfaced including biting, digging inside and out, barking, and jumping on people. Secrets to Dog Training taught us so much about the psyche of a dog. Especially important for us was to learn about the Alpha dog. Once we got our family order rearranged how we wanted it, living together has become much more pleasant. Advanced training has been a joy for all of us. Thanks."
--Amy Schaum (Ohio, USA)

Success Story #68: Kerranne Byrd-Taft

"Wanted to say thanks to Secrets to Dog Training for a delightful two plus months. I'm a first time dog owner but my husband isn't and I have learned a tremendous amount from purchasing your book. The most benificial learning the alpha role and potty training.

Before your book she would have her way with potty any where she chose but now after having her for these past couple of months she beckons us to the door or lays there if she must go and we aren't ready, so far things are really moving along. Thanks alot Secrets to Dog Training."
--Kerranne Byrd-Taft (Maryland, USA)

Success Story #69: Jean Angle

The photo of our three Papillons was taken on July 4, 2005. They are from left to right Niki, Josie and center, front is Missey. I obtained two of your helpful training tips, "Secrets to Becoming The Alpha Dog" and "All the House Training Methods and Tricks" plus "The Best of the Consultations". I found all of the tips downloaded off your website extremely valuable as I had never raised a puppy and since my free time is limited, it helped to be able to obtain them off the internet and print them off for future reference. Our "girls" are now happy, well adjusted members of our household.
--Jean Angle (Kansas, USA)