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MICHELE'S MONTHLY TRAINING SEMINAR AT THE SPCA
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
When Maddie came into our lives, we were mourning the loss of one of our three cats. Her sad, shy eyes peeking up at us (see photo) through the SPCA kennel melted our hearts and before we knew what hit us, we had a dog! She was all skin, bones and boobs - we were told she had had several litters and had been living illegally in an apartment.
Soon after she came to live with us, she would get so excited on a walk that she would pull and scream and vomit, which wasn't much fun for anybody. We were avoiding walks with her - it was torture for all of us! Each time we tried, she would be worse. We are also conscious of the perception some people have of bully breeds and didn't want to reinforce their thinking with a super-high energy, slightly crazed dog pulling us along.
Michele was recommended by several of the people we asked for help. Right away Michele recommended a stress-reduction supplement and different food for Maddie, and most importantly for us humans to relax! Aside from the learning and reinforcing the regular training commands, Michele offered support for Maddie's whole self, and support for us humans too - and it's made all the difference!
People who met Maddie 6 months ago barely recognize her as the same dog - she is calmer, less excitable, and we can go for walks every day! And even our 2 cats are happier! All of us can't thank Michele enough!
Thanks again Michele, you're awesome!
Melissa
I have a sharpie puppy who hasn't had the best start in life. One of the downsides to Kona's abundant wrinkles was that she developed entropia (in growing eyelashes) caused by the wrinkles around her face. By the time she was 5 months old Kona already had 15 surgeries.
Feeling sorry for her I allowed Kona free rain of my house and that's when she began to get aggressive. She was afraid of strangers and didn't know how to properly react in unfamiliar situations. Feeling very frustrated I went to my local pet store to ask for advice and they strongly recommended I talk to Michelle.
Michelle has saved my relationship with Kona as I was getting so frustrated and thought I was running out of options to train my puppy. By teaching me some simple techniques I was able to regain dominance and respect with Kona. I am now the one in charge. Kona looks to me for direction and loves to please me. I have been to other dog classes and none were nearly as effective as Michelle's. She has a unique approach to training dogs and will not stop until she finds a technique that will work for both you and your dog. Michelle helped me relate to Kona by showing me the proper way to react to Kona's body language. Before Michelle, I had no idea when Kona was stressed out or anxious and now I am able to not only identify those signs, but I know how to work with Kona when she is feeling a certain way.
I can't say enough about Michelle and her excellent work with dogs. I strongly recommend taking one of Michelle's classes; it has changed both Kona's and my life. Kona and I would not have such a great relationship if it weren't for Michelle's help.
Thanks Michelle!!
Melia Kelly and Kona Bear
Hi, my parents call me Toby Toes; I'm a Shih Tzu-Maltese cross. I met Michele last fall, when she came to my house, my parents needed someone to help me, and I was having trouble with my doggie etiquette. I had previously been to a puppy school, but it was noisy there and they yelled all the time, you could tell I didn't do very well. My auntie Trena is Michele's best friend and she said that she is an excellent teacher. My parents said that after she left that afternoon, I was a different little boy, I had some manners, and was a good listener too.
At Christmas time, my mom and dad brought a little sister home, her name is Ruby Rose, rhymes with Toby Toes, she is also a Shih Tzu-Maltese cross. Now I have someone to play with during the day so now I'm not so lonely.
Michele had a puppy class opening, so they registered us together, Ruby was a bit shy at first, but she soon was able to play with the other puppies, big and little ones. I didn't know it was so much fun to learn, we go once a week and learn all kinds of things. There's lots of love and praise when we do things right, understanding and patience when we have a little trouble, but then we practice and get it right.
We are now being allowed to even go "off-leash" in the park by our house, it's so much fun to run free, but we know mom & dad are there watching out for us too. We listen and get rewarded, and check back often with them.
Woof, means we would recommend Michele Wonnocott of Connective Training to everyone who is looking for an exceptional dog trainer.
Toby Toes and Ruby Rose Canham
Last fall I adopted a seven year old shepherd/collie cross and signed up for one of Michele's adult dog training classes. I knew only a little bit about my dog at that time and Michele was a great resource for helping me understand my dog's personality and needs. I appreciated her positive and connective approach to dog training and learned a lot about dog behaviour from her. Thanks in large part to the tools I learned in her class--and her shared knowledge of dog communication and behaviour-- I am now enjoying a fantastic relationship with a very special dog. Michele conveys a deep love and commitment to dogs and for this, I will continue to recommend her as a dog trainer
Kathy Morrison and Santiago
We were introduced to Michele, just over a year ago when we purchased our puppy Sugar a Bichon Frise/YorkieX.
Michele provided us with some in home training when our puppy arrived home.
Her knowledge and insight into puppy behaviour was extremely helpful
as we developed the skills to house train the newest family member. We soon followed up with her 5 week puppy class. Her kind and gentle approach with the practical demonstrations were so helpful that puppy training became the highlight of our week. We as a family learned so much about why our puppy was doing the things she does and how to relate to her and properly correct her with great results. We have attended dog training classes before with our previous pets but we never encountered the successes as we have with Michele's training philosophy and skills. If you have a dog or puppy that you find hard to train or relate to I would highly recommend
that you attend classes at Connective Training and I think that you will agree after attending the training and practicing it that Michele's approach works. We have had a very enjoyable year with our puppy
and look forward to many more wonderful experiences with our pet and we owe our success to our good friend and pet trainer Michele Jarvis Wonnacott.
Mike Ball
Mortgage Consultant
Verico Select Mortgage
Admirals Walk
Thank you Michele for your awesome Puppy classes!
We now have a well behaved 6 month old pup who I know would be a little terror if not for your classes because you taught us, the puppy parents, how to train our dog. You are far and away the best trainer out of 3 others we have ever worked with. We think you stand out because you are not only excellent with animals you can communicate the techniques and theory to people who can then manage their dog. It is evident that you have a true desire to empower owners and their dogs to have a joyous and mutually rewarding relationship. We can't say enough about how pleased we are, we will definately be back for adult classes and will recommed you to everyone we can. Sterling is an extra happy puppy now that he has manners and is allowed to go all kinds of places with us, play with dogs, people and kids, and just have a fun time!
Thanks Michele, we give you 8 paws up (4 from Sterling and 2 each from Sherry and David).
My name is Sylvie and I have four miniature pinscher doggies and an amazon parrot. Michele helped me so very much with my problem dog Casper. She was able to get me working with his issues and it's made such a difference. Michele is able to connect with animals like no one I've ever seen before. My little dogs all had their own special needs that she was able to zoom in on and they have all benefited from having some time with Michele. When she came to my house to 'visit' with all my animals she was able to pick up on things I hadn't been able to see myself. Even my parrot Kelly, she told me she'd be happier with her cage by the window so I moved it after she left and Kelly certainly does enjoy her new location. I'm very thankful for the time I've been able to spend with Michele Wonnacott for her insight into what's going on in my
little dogs minds.
Sylvie Hanna
Thank you Michele for loaning the long line to us. We enjoyed our clasees
and found the 1-1 and trying another way very helpful.
The other day I was standing on my balcony and Poco was running wiht
three other dogs. I asked her to stop and sit and she did! Thank You!
Caroline
Michele, you are an amazing dog trainer/teacher and an awesome person.
I really got a lot out of your classes and I know
Owen and Levi enjoyed them too as they can't wait to come inside when we arrive at you rplace on Wednesdays.
Thanks for giving me
the tools to enjoy an even better relationship with my dogs!
Love, Lisa
Buddy
Owen
and Levi
Michele's Connective Training is really awesome.
It helps you get to know your animals and how to teach your pets new training skills to work with your very day life.
I'm Meaghan and I am 14. My family and I went to Connective Training when we bought our dog Sugar.
The experience we had changed our lives!
Michele really takes the time to know you and teach your dog in classes.
The classes by the way are spectacular!
Sometimes
I just hang around because I love it! I love her bunnies also.
Michele has dogs of her own so she knows what she is doing. Go for Connective Training and be amazed at the high qulaity and the kindness she has to offer.
Thanks Michele, Meaghan Ball
PEPPER
"My name is Pepper. My momma Michele rescued
me in August of 2004 in a time in my life when I would rather
kill people than look at them. With a lot of patience and
understanding, rules and boundries, my mom taught me to love
life and all my people in it. I used to run off all the time
to see the world around me, but my momma taught me she is
the most exciting thing in the world. Since being with my
momma I have learned to stop on command and come running back
when she calls. Now I am able to go off leash with all the
big dogs to places like Thetis or Elk Lake to hunt, run and
play.
If you are a dog that does not care what your mom or dad say,
you might want to talk to my momma so you can see things differently"
PEPPER'S RATING OF MICHELE:
MYA
"Hey Momma let me in it's Mya!
I am a Weimaraner. My momma calls me a WeimerNoodle. My momma has taught me to think on my own,
make good decisions and not to fly through the air and snatch food out of people's hands. I can sit and wait when I really don't want to and I have never had to be on leash even as a little baby. I like that! I am only 8 months old and look forward
to all the wondeful things my mom has to teach me. She takes her time with me and explains things thoroughly. I like that! Perhaps i will get to meet you and your parents when you come to learn how to be a good dog like me! I know you will like it too."
MYA'S RATING OF MICHELE:
STELLA
"My name is Stella Lu Lu.
Michele calls me Bella becasue I am so beautiful!
I'm a very, very busy girl and Michele is teaching me and my mom to work together on this. Michele used to take me with all her big dogs when she had her dog walkng company and she was nice enough to teach me how to behave off leash.
I now go with Tamara from Doggone Adventures for my daily walks.
I am excited to say that I still get to see Michele at her dog training classes where we work really hard and have a lot of fun learning all the things a dog needs to learn to keep her mom happy.
Im a work in progress..... but aren't we all?"
STELLA'S RATING OF MICHELE:
CINDER
"Hi my name is Cinder
I come from a rescue agency called Animals For Life and I
got to stay at Michele's house until she found me a good home.
Michele worked with me during my fun stay to make sure I would
make my new family proud. She opened her heart and gave me
lots of love, kisses and reassurance and I was quite happy
to do whatever Michele asked. I am happy to say that my new
family is now going to bring me to Michele's indoor facility
to do some serious training. I am a very smart girl and can't
wait to learn more. I will keep you posted."
CINDER'S RATING OF MICHELE:
TIKABU
"Hi my name is Tikabu.
I'm a big, white baby bear of a dog and I used to go for daily walks with Michele.
Michele taught me how to stop on command and come running back joyfully into her arms. I love hanging around with Michele. She makes learning so easy and fun.
Her ability to socialize me with other dogs gave me and my parents all the confidence and trust in the world. I have thanked Michele over and over again with kisses each and every time I see her."
TIKABUS' RATING OF MICHELE:
BRUTUS
"Hi my name is Brutus.
I'm a Rottweiler Gentleman cross. I came to Michele's house to stay with her and her family when I had never been in a house before.
WOW! She and her family not only took care of me but taught me how to be an indoor dog with manners and everything! I loved sleeping in her bedroom at night. She has 2 bunnies in a cage outside that I was very interested in and she let me see them and talk to them and she told me what they were and me and the bunnies got a long just fine after that.
I like bunnies! Michele was nice enough to tell a family in Nanaimo about me and now I live on 5 acres with a new mom and dad and 2 parrots. I like parrots."
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