GOOD DOG! - DOG TRAINING

PUPPY KINDERGARTEN, OBEDIENCE, BEHAVIOR MOD, SOCIALIZATION and MORE!

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Taking reservations for our next workshop   HELP SNAKE PROOF YOUR DOG WORKSHOP -  Space limited  Reservations necessary.  20% discount to GOOD DOG! alumni - For details and reservations, call 904 824-2079

 
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Tank was in the shelter, from running away from home, he did not get the training and attention this breed needs so much of. Now after his class with GOOD DOG!, he is almost a perfect gentleman!  Does what he is ask (whether he wants to or not), understands commands, and is still learning, (as I am).  The ladies of GOOD DOG! know their dogs, and behavior!!!!!  I learned a LOT!  as well as Tank.  I highly recommend this school.  I called and had an almost hour conversation with Karen, giving me ideas, advice, and just plain knowledge.  It's great learning, socializing, and getting a fearful dog used to odd things and the noise they make.  I was ready to give up, but tried professional training, now...
my 150 pound, 18 month old Tank (English Mastiff) is here to stay!
 
Fran H. and Tank H.  9/2/09
Palm Coast
 
Note:  Frances, when I first saw Tank, all I could think of was "Oh my Gawd!"  He's the biggest dog I have ever seen!  He was such a joy to work with...a little stubborn at times, but once he got "warmed up" he would do just fine.  I loved walking him.  It was like walking a major appliance.  I could just picture my coffee and donut on his back during a morning walk!  The way he moved, not a drop would spill!  A few times I thought we would have to put a mirror under his nose to see if it would fog up!  His picture should be next to the word "calm" in the dictionary.  I am so glad you are pleased with the results.  Keep working with the BIG GUY...he has a lot more to offer!   Karen-  9/2/09

 

 

HE'S BIG!  HE'S GOOFY!  HE DROOLS!  HE IS LOVEABLE! - MEET CASH - THE OLD ENGLISH MASTIFF THAT STOLE OUR HEARTS! AddThis Social Bookmark Button

 

"The end of April, I asked about training for a 9 wk old Old English Mastiff. GOOD DOG! got back to me quickly, and soon we began training. My pup (Cash) was getting bigger and stronger, and due to some physical problems I was afraid I couldn't handle him. So Cash got special in-house training...for 3-4 wks. He went in a little (?) maniac; he came out a gentleman. Cash and I still work with GOOD DOG! ... though now they're attempting to train me. I HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend these wonderful women of GOOD DOG! And a really cool and unexpected benefit ... we've become friends. Get that pup/dog to GOOD DOG! soon."

 

Linda I.

St. Augustine - 8/11/09

 

Note:  Linda, Thank you for the kind words.  Carol and I enjoyed every minute Cash spent with us!  He is goppy, he is goofy, he is loveable and he is smart!  Yes, now, the challenge is to get you trained!  Hard to believe he's only 6 months old now.  We cannot wait for Cash to grow into the magnificent gentle giant (all 200 lbs of him) he will be.  We miss him having him around...especially Pandora!  Cash is part of our pack!  He is welcome here any time...and you can come too!  Karen-  8/11/09

 

SNAKE PROOFING BWANA PAYS OFF!  AddThis Social Bookmark Button

 

Hi Karen,

 
I just had to write and tell you something.
 
This afternoon I had a birthday party for Bwana.  Well, we were all sitting around the table having coffee and cake when all of a sudden Bwana started to growl...........big deep growl.  Naturally I got up to see what was going on and then I saw it.  We have a full view door and Bwana was sitting in the middle of the foyer just staring out the door and doing his growl thing...........there was a snake on the front porch, just laying there.  It was a black snake so no big deal but man, did we praise him and tell him how good he was.  He didn't go near the door, just looked and growled.  I was so proud of him.
 
He had a great time at the party and got a bunch of new toys........like he needs them.  Gabby had a fun time too and played with all of Bwana's toys.  I took pictures and I'll send them to you after I download them.  But I just had to tell you our 'snake story'.
 
Carol M.
Palm Coast
6/21/09
 
Note:  Carol, thank you for the wonderful pictures of the birthday boy's party!  I don't have to tell you, Bwana is very special to me.  He is our first dog signed up for a Palm Coast class, and our first dog signed up for our first HELP SNAKE PROOF YOUR DOG WORKSHOP.  Looks like both paid off in spades!  He's an incredible dog!  Thank you for letting us know how succesful his training is...it means a lot to us.  Kiss that birthday boy on his pipe olive nose for me!    Karen- 6/25/09
 

 

MISSISSIPPI AND JACKSON EARN THEIR AKC CGC IN PUPPY KINDERGARTEN!

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Carol,

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you.  We were lucky to fine someone so knowledgeable and helpful in the training of our Aussie puppies.  The short time we spent together we feel our dogs learned the basic of the kindergarten program and were able to fulfill the requirements for the Canine Good Citizen Program and we look forward to

working with you on their continued education.       
Pat Wells
Pamona Park
St. Augustine class
 

Note:  Pat, I really enjoyed working with you, Alice, Mississippi and Jackson.  I appreciate your commitment to these adorable pups.  We all know what a handful Aussies can be!  I look forward to our continued training, and going to one of your horse shows!   Congrats on the pups getting their AKC Canine Good Citizen certification!!!  They earned it!    Carol  6/14/08

  

 

THANK YOU FROM NEWTON

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               Dear Karen-

Thank you!

For helping me become the "good dog" that I know I am!  Thank you for showing my owners "what to do and how to do it", so that I can be a happy and "social" member of the family!  Thank you! for teaching me how to be a gentleman!

Tail wags!

Newton P.

Julington Creek Class

 

Note: Newton, it was a pleasure having you in my class.  I know Deb and Bob had faith in you, and you did not disappoint them!  I believe you  superceded their expectations by leaps and bounds!  Looking forward to working with you again in the fall.  Keep up the good work!  Karen- 6/6/09

 

IN PRAISE OF PUPPY KINDERGARTEN! AddThis Social Bookmark Button
Dear Carol:
 We just want to say again how much we've gotten out of the course with you!!  You are a great teacher and gave us so many tips other than just the training.  On a scale of 1-10, you are a "10"!  Lance is doing great and will continue to do better as he grows and matures as long as we go back and review our homework with him.  We would definitely recommend this for EVERYONE who has a dog, not just a puppy, but any dog which has not had consistent and kind training before.  That is your specialty, even if your dog is hard to train or stubborn, you are like the female version of the Dog Whisperer!, only better because we see you in person, not just watch TV.  WE will miss our weekly trainings when this is over, but will be sure to come again in the spring when Lance is almost a year old.  Until then, Thank you again Carol and GOOD DOG! training!!
 
Bye for now and God bless,  Sue, Cam and Lance - St. Augustine, FL
 
NOTE: Thank you!  I am so glad you enjoyed your time with GOOD DOG!  Our objective is to create "the bond of a lifetime."  We did have a terrific class!  Lance is great!  He was fun to work with...but you will have to keep on him.  As you well know, Jackies are a handful!  Looking forward to working with you again...Spring will be here before we know it!  Carol-

GOOD DOG! Puppy Kindergarten -

Carol Fredman, Instructor AddThis Social Bookmark Button

After choosing our puppy, we elected to seek expertise advise in training “Tar”  in a positive setting. We enrolled in Good Dog Puppy Kindergarten and were fortunate to have Carol Fredman as “Tar’s” instructor. 

Carol  has shared a wealth of information and bonded immediately with “Tar”.  We look forward to school each week knowing we will be learning as we play. 

Our experience with Carol has been fantastic!   Tar is anxious and eager to work for Carol in any given situation.  Carol’s positive approach in training has been a joy for all of us.

Butch & Linda Bennet - St. Augustine

Note:  Thank you Butch & Linda!  It's always rewarding to work with people who take training seriously; yet understand how vitally important it is, that their puppies NEED to have fun too.  We look forward to seeing you and Tar again soon.   She is well on her way to being a GOOD DOG!  Keep up the good work!


Why I am so enthusiastic about GOOD DOG!'s Puppy Kindergarten!

GOOD DOG! Puppy Kindergarten under the direction and instruction of certified dog trainer Carol Fredman, has been  a wonderful and rewarding experience.  My husband and I brought our two little Shih Tzu puppies who are stubborn and have minds of their own.  At the end of the first week, these same two little guys were sitting quietly by our sides.  Nothing short of a miracle.  By the end of the 7 weeks, they can sit, stay and  come when called.

Another young dog in the class (she is 1-1/2) was all over the place.  Her mistress was an older woman, and had no control over the dog.  The dog was quite friendly however.  By the end of the last lesson, Mia was not only comfortable walking on a leash,. but could sit, come, stay and lie down.  Again, nothing short of a miracle.

I have witnessed with my own eyes Carol's amazing work with very difficult dogs as well.  She could train a wolf!!

Carol is personable and friendly with her human clients too!  She trains us as well as the dogs in a patient, punishment free method of training man's best friend.

I fully intend to re-up with the next level of training classes with Carol Fredman.  I feel that both my puppies and I have found a new friend.

Sharon and Jack Cox - Palm Coast, FL

NOTE:  Thank you Sharon and Jack for the kind words.  I really enjoyed watching the progress of Wicket and Abel.  Keep up the good work.  I look forward to working with all of you again soon.  Carol F.